6-Day Kidepo Valley National Park and Karamojo Cultural

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Journey to kidepo valley

Embark on your adventure with a hearty breakfast before departing from Kampala. The journey northward unfolds, covering approximately 452 km, as you traverse through various landscapes and communities. As you pass through Luwero town, take a break to savor local fruits, adding a touch of freshness to your journey.

Continuing through Nakasongola district, characterized by expansive savannah grasslands, you'll witness the beauty of Uganda's diverse scenery. A lunch stop in Gulu provides a moment of respite, allowing you to refuel and energize for the road ahead. The final stretch leads to Kitgum, a town marked by its resilience during the Ugandan civil war. Check into forest cottages for a restful overnight stay, preparing for the adventures that await in Kidepo Valley.

Main Destination:

Kampala (City)

Accommodation:

Forest Cottages

• Budget hotel located in Kampala (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drive in kidepo valley

Embark on an early morning adventure after a satisfying breakfast, beginning with a 2-3 hour drive to Kidepo National Park. The journey takes you through picturesque landscapes, passing by Kakwanga and Loitanit Villages, culminating in the entrance to the park. Upon arrival, take a moment to relax at the lodge or UWA bandas.

After a rejuvenating break, indulge in a delightful lunch, fueling up for an evening filled with a thrilling game drive. This safari promises encounters with a myriad of wildlife, including the elusive cheetah, caracal, aardwolf, greater and lesser kudu, mountain reedbuck, Guenther's dik-dik, Jackson's hartebeest, oribi, eland, klipspringer, lions, and more. The expansive landscapes of Kidepo National Park provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination:

Kidepo Valley National Park

Best Time To Visit September to March (Dry season)

High Season September to March (The park rarely gets crowded)

Best Weather September to November (End of the rains)

Wildlife in Kidepo Valley NP

ElephantCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraCommon

GiraffeOccasional

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

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HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Budget Tent)

• Budget lodge bordering Kidepo Valley NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning and evening game drive in the park

Start your day with an early morning game drive, immediately following breakfast. This is a prime opportunity to witness the vibrant wildlife of Kidepo Valley National Park. Brace yourself for captivating sightings of lions, elephants, giraffes, an array of bird species, buffalos, and more. The morning game drive promises enchanting encounters with the park's diverse inhabitants.

Take a break for lunch, recharging for the subsequent adventure. As the sun begins to set, gear up for a thrilling night game drive within the park. This unique experience offers a chance to spot nocturnal creatures and witness the park's dynamic atmosphere after dark. Prepare for an immersive journey into the heart of Kidepo Valley, capturing glimpses of elusive species not easily seen during daylight.

Main Destination:

Kidepo Valley National Park

Accommodation:

Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Budget Tent)

• Budget lodge bordering Kidepo Valley NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Cultural encounters

Wake up very early for a game drive to catch the wildlife while they are active. Enjoy a short morning game drive where you will spot tree climbing lions, cheetaahs, ostriches, zebras, giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, as well as a short hikes to climb rocks that give a magnificent view of the flat unending landscape. Birding is also another activity you will do while here since the park has hundreds of bird species. Visit the local people of the Dodoth and Karamojong who are normadic pastoralists who are almost unaffected by civilization and continue to live in their traditional lifestyle which you will experience firsthand.

Main Destination:

Kidepo Valley National Park

Accommodation:

Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Safari Tent)

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Kidepo Valley NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Sipi falls hike and coffee tours

Have breakfast and an early scenic drive to Sipi Falls, there are 3 waterfalls and you will visit all of them. The effort is well worth it as you will find beautiful scenery. In the afternoon, you will visit the farming households. You will be trained on the entire process of how coffee moves from the farm up to the cup. Return to your hotel for late lunch and rest in the evening enjoying magnificent sunset.

Main Destination:

Sipi Falls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Rafiki Lodge Sipi

• Mid-range lodge located at Sipi Falls (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to kampala or entebbe

Have early breakfast, and after enjoy a morning game drive as you prepare to depart back to Kampala. You will enjoy many wildlife and bird species, have a stopover for your lunch and after proceed to Kampala arriving in the evening, you can easily board if we reach early at air port.

Main Destination:

Kampala (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.