Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Transfer to Gulu City via Ziwa rhino sanctuary
Transfer to Gulu City via Ziwa rhino sanctuary
Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel by your professional guide before setting off to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an unforgettable rhino tracking experience on foot. Spend an hour observing Uganda’s only wild rhinos in their natural habitat while learning about ongoing conservation efforts. After the tracking adventure, continue driving north to Gulu, the vibrant heart of Northern Uganda. Once affected by conflict, Gulu has transformed into a lively and welcoming city filled with culture, music, nightlife, and resilient communities. Experience the warmth of the local people, bustling streets, and unique atmosphere that reflects hope and renewal. Arrive in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay at your booked hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
- Accommodation:
- Bomah Hotel Gulu
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Travel to Kidepo Valley National Park and Afternoon- Evening Game Drive
Travel to Kidepo Valley National Park and Afternoon- Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, you will embark on a scenic drive to Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Africa’s most spectacular and untouched wilderness areas. Arrive in time to relax, enjoy lunch, and prepare for an exciting afternoon game drive in the famous Narus Valley, the park’s prime wildlife-viewing area. Characterized by vast savannah grasslands, acacia woodlands, and permanent water sources, Narus Valley attracts an incredible concentration of wildlife throughout the year. Keep your camera ready for sightings of large herds of buffaloes, elephants, zebras, and antelopes, as well as predators such as lions, cheetahs, and elusive leopards. The breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity make this a truly unforgettable safari experience in Uganda’s remote north. After the game drive, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kidepo Valley National Park
- Accommodation:
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Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Safari Tent)
Wildlife in Kidepo Valley NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning Game Drive and the Karamojong Community Encounter (optional)
Morning Game Drive and the Karamojong Community Encounter (optional)
Start your day with an early breakfast before heading out for an unforgettable sunrise game drive in Kidepo Valley National Park. As the golden morning light spreads across the savannah, enjoy excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and look out for lions, elephants, zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, and many other animals active during the cooler hours of the day. The stunning landscapes and peaceful atmosphere make this one of the highlights of your Uganda safari experience. Return to the lodge for lunch and a relaxing afternoon surrounded by the wilderness. Later, visit the authentic Karamojong community for a rich cultural encounter. Spend the afternoon and evening learning about the traditions, lifestyle, dances, and beliefs of the Karamojong people, one of Uganda’s most fascinating pastoral communities. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kidepo Valley National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Safari Tent)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Morning Nature Walk and Afternoon Game Drive
Morning Nature Walk and Afternoon Game Drive
After breakfast, set out on an unforgettable guided nature walk in Kidepo Valley National Park accompanied by an experienced armed ranger guide. Explore the breathtaking African savannah on foot as you follow dry riverbeds, rocky outcrops, and bushland in search of wildlife and hidden natural wonders. This immersive walking safari offers a unique opportunity to experience the sights, sounds, and raw beauty of the wilderness up close. If you reach the spectacular Kidepo River Valley, enjoy a walk along its wide white-sand riverbed and through the iconic borassus palm forest, an oasis-like landscape often described as resembling the Sahara Desert. Later in the afternoon and evening, return to the famous Narus Valley for another thrilling game drive with chances to spot elephants, buffaloes, lions, zebras, antelopes, and other wildlife. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kidepo Valley National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Safari Tent)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Return to Entebbe to Catch a Flight
Return to Entebbe to Catch a Flight
After an early breakfast, you will check out of your lodge and begin your scenic journey from Kidepo Valley National Park back to Entebbe. Enjoy the changing landscapes of northern and central Uganda as you travel through local towns and countryside, with a stop for lunch along the way. This drive offers a final opportunity to take in the beauty and authenticity of Uganda before the end of your safari adventure. Upon arrival in Entebbe, you will be dropped off either at the airport for your departure flight or at a hotel of your choice, marking the end of an unforgettable wildlife and cultural safari experience in Uganda.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
