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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival and transfer to the lodge/ hotel in Entebbe
Arrival and transfer to the lodge/ hotel in Entebbe
You will have a warm welcome by our tour guide/driver at Entebbe airport who will take you to your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala. He will give a briefing about the entire safari and ensure that all the equipment and resources to make the safari successful are in place.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
-
Fairway Hotel & Spa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino Tracking
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino Tracking
On this day, you will enjoy your breakfast at your hotel in Entebbe OR Kampala set off for Ziwa Rhino sanctuary. I really advise that you make this stop over since it will give you the complete feel of the “big five” in Uganda. With an en-route lunch, you shall make a stopover at the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary to track the endangered southern white rhinos before continuing to Murchison. Ziwa rhino sanctuary is home and the breeding place to the endangered southern white rhinos for their re-introduction into the wild where they existed before being wiped out in the 1980s. It is the only place where they can be spotted in the wild. Then proceed to Murchison Falls National Park. Visit the magnificent Murchison Falls. Marvel at the breathtaking views and the thunderous sound of the falls as they squeeze through the narrow gorge, cascading into the pool below. The driver/guide will then transfer you to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of falls
Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of falls
Begin your day at 6 am with coffee and a snack, gearing up for a game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. Spot nocturnal creatures and predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas in their active state. Keep your camera ready for sightings of antelopes, giraffes, buffaloes, and hippos. Encounter Nubian Giraffes, known for their majestic presence, with insights from your knowledgeable guide enhancing the experience.
After breakfast, continue the game drive until midday, then return to the lodge for relaxation and lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic 3-hour boat cruise along the Nile River, spotting Nile crocodiles, hippos, and aquatic birds. Look out for elephants and buffaloes on the riverbanks.
Back at the lodge, relax before a thrilling night game drive safari. Spot elusive animals like lions, leopards, porcupines, and hyenas in their natural habitat. Capture the magic of the nighttime wilderness before a restful overnight stay, cherishing the day's unforgettable experiences.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Kibale National Park and afternoon Bigodi Community
Transfer to Kibale National Park and afternoon Bigodi Community
Today, wake up early in the morning, savor a hearty breakfast before checking out. Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park for a chimpanzee tracking experience. Along the way, relish the scenic views of tea estates and forests where olive baboons roam freely. Admire the legendary Rwenzori Mountain in the backdrop of the volcanic landscape. Make a stopover in Fort Portal City for lunch before continuing your journey to the park.
After lunch, embark on the Bigodi evening tour led by your guide. This wetland sanctuary near Kibale Forest is renowned for its colobus and blue monkeys, as well as a rich variety of birdlife. Take a community walk in Bigodi for cultural experiences like African homesteads and traditional healers. Retreat to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay, filled with memories of cultural exploration.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Forest Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Start your day early with a quick breakfast, then head to the park headquarters for a briefing on chimpanzee tracking protocols. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, venture into the forest to track chimpanzees and other primates in their natural habitat, renowned as the primate capital of the world.
Encounter forest dwellers like L’hoest monkeys, black-faced colobus monkeys, and baboons. The highlight is observing the playful antics, communication, and feeding habits of the chimpanzees, typically allowed for an hour. Keep an eye out for forest bird species and colorful butterflies.
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a sunset boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, spot wildlife like Nile crocodiles, buffaloes, hippos, monitor lizards, Birds like African Fish eagles, Pelicans, Cormorants, Kingfishers. Drive to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
Wake up at 5:30 am to prepare for a morning game drive and enjoy your hot breakfast, start your game drive in Kasenyi plains to search for nocturnal before they go to go to thickets. Lions, leopards, hyenas can be seen during these morning hours. Elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks, Kobs, Warthogs can also be seen. Visit the Kasenyi craft market where you can buy
souvenirs. After the game drive, transfer to Bwindi with an en route lunch along the way. Arriving in the eveing. Check in for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Gorilla tracking and Batwa experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla tracking and Batwa experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Prepare for a mountain gorilla trekking expedition by donning appropriate attire: long trousers, a long-sleeved shirt, waterproof hiking shoes, a jacket, hat, and sturdy gloves. After breakfast and packing lunch, meet your guide for a pre-trek briefing at the park information center, receiving guidance on etiquette and safety protocols.
Joined by a group of eight trekkers, each assigned a gorilla family, accompanied by armed rangers and a guide, embark on a journey into the forest. Traverse trails ranging from 45 minutes to 6 hours, depending on gorilla movement. Mental and physical preparedness is crucial, with the option to select a family closer to your fitness level. Upon encountering your gorilla family, observe their dynamics under the watchful silverback.
Afterward, visit the Batwa community in the evening and be entertained by their performances and learn about traditional, cultural economic lifestyle of the Batwa people. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Return to Entebbe and Departure
Return to Entebbe and Departure
Wake up early in the morning and have your bags loaded to your vehicle. Have your breakfast and after drive back to Entebbe for your flight back home. You will have a stopover at Kayabwe Equator for en route lunch and taking memorable photographs at the equator monument. Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
