JM Jungle Safaris Uganda

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival at Entebbe airport and transfer to the Hotel

Arrival at Entebbe airport and transfer to the Hotel

After arrival at Entebbe airport you will be met by the driver who will take you to the guesthouse. The guesthouse is near the airport, after arrival you can enjoy the Ugandan evening air while enjoying a welcome drink.
Most international flights arrive in the evening at Entebbe airport, in case your flight arrives during the day there are optional activities possible.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
Elementis Entebbe Guesthouse
  • Budget guest house located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transfer to Ziwa Rhino sanctuary and Murchison Falls National Park

Transfer to Ziwa Rhino sanctuary and Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, it is time to travel. Together with the guide you will drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, here you go on foot in search of the White Rhino! Ziwa is the only place where the rhinoceroses have 24 hour surveillance. The trip to Ziwa takes about 2 - 2.5 hours. After lunch you drive to Murchison Falls National Park where you check in at Red Chilli Camp.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
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LeopardOccasional
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Red Chilli Rest Camp
  • Budget lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Early morning game drive and boatcruise to the foot of the waterfall

Early morning game drive and boatcruise to the foot of the waterfall

At 6am the alarm goes off and at 7 you are on your way to spot the game in the park. After the ride through the park you go back to the lodge for lunch. At 2pm the boat trip on the Nile starts, to the bottom of the Murchison Falls. This boat trip takes about 3 hours and during the tour you will see a lot of wild animals, such as Hippos, Buffalo, Crocodiles and perhaps some Elephants. For people who are in good physical condition there is the possibility to be deposited at the bottom of the Waterfall and to take a hike up, along the Waterval. This hike is pretty steep and slippery. After the boat trip / hike it is time for dinner at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Red Chilli Rest Camp
  • Budget lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Travel to Kibale Forest National Park

Travel to Kibale Forest National Park

Today the journey continues to Kibale National Park, from MFNP to Kibale it is a ride of 6 to 7 hours. The journey is long but also very beautiful with a beautiful varied landscape, the hills and mountains you drive through are become greener and greener, until you reach the tea plantations of Fort Portal!

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Kibale Guest Cottages
  • Mid-range cottage located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

Time to look for the Chimpanzees in Kibale National park. You first go to the rangers in the park for a short explanation. Then the walk starts in the rainforest, the walk can be quite heavy, take good shoes and possibly a poncho. There will be a lot of time to listen carefully to see if you can hear the Chimps, the rangers are trained in this so chances are that you will find the Chimpanzees! After the Chimp trek you can relax in the garden of the lodge.
After lunch you will drive to Queen Elizabeth NP and check in at the accommodation.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Early morning game drive and Kazinga Channel boat cruise

Early morning game drive and Kazinga Channel boat cruise

Today you get up early for the morning game drive with the guide. The gives you the biggest chance to spot lions buffalos, elephants, but there are many more animals. During the game drive will also visit a crater with salt lake.
In the afternoon at 02.00 PM you take a boat trip on the Kazinga channel. This channel connects two lakes and in and along this canal many different animals live, especially waterfowl. After the boat trip, it's time for dinner.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer to Bwindi NP via Ishasha's tree climbing lions

Transfer to Bwindi NP via Ishasha's tree climbing lions

After breakfast you will continue the journey to Bwindi NP, via the southern part of Queen Elizabeth NP : Ishasha, here you will do a short game drive and try your luck to spot the famous tree climbing lions.
After a lunch stop you will drive to Bwindi and check in at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Accommodation:
Broadbill Forest Camp
  • Budget tented camp located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Tracking the Mountain Gorilla's in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest NP and transfer to Lake Mburo

Tracking the Mountain Gorilla's in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest NP and transfer to Lake Mburo

Today is the day for Gorillas. After breakfast you go to the rangers post for the briefing. After the briefing, the search begins for the Mountain Gorillas. Depending on the location of the family you are going to visit, the trip can take a few hours. The landscape is mountainous so take good walking shoes. After this exciting experience you will continue to Lake Mburo NP and check in at the lodge at the end of the day.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
Accommodation:
Eagle's Nest Camp
  • Budget tented bush camp bordering Lake Mburo NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Safari walk and transfer to Entebbe airport

Safari walk and transfer to Entebbe airport

Your last day starts with an on-foor guided safari in Lake Mburo National Park. You will be accompanied by a ranger and he will explain to you all about the park and its Wildlife. The walk will take 2 to 3 hours, and after the walk you will drive back to Entebbe where your Advanture started. On your way back you will stop at the equator line. At the end of the day you will be dropped at the airport and it is time to say goodbye to the Pearl of Africa!

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by JM Jungle Safaris Uganda, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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