Wide Birding Eco Tours

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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

Pick up from Entebbe, drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and do Rhino tracking

Pick up from Entebbe, drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and do Rhino tracking

Morning pick up from Entebbe and head straight for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary! Prepare for an unforgettable on-foot rhino tracking experience. Get up close with magnificent Southern White Rhinos, a true conservation success story.

Keep an eye out for other mammals like antelopes (bushbuck, oribi, waterbucks) and perhaps even a sneaky leopard.

Main Destination:
Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
Best Time To Go June to August and December to February (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather
Accommodation:
Red Chilli Rest Camp
  • Budget lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Murchison Falls - Wildlife Spectacle and World's Powerful Falls

Murchison Falls - Wildlife Spectacle and World's Powerful Falls

Embark on an exhilarating morning game drive through Murchison Falls National Park.

Spot elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and the elusive lion and leopard plus more. In the afternoon, a boat trip on the Nile River reveals massive hippos, crocodiles plus more, while countless bird species fill the air. Later, ascend to the Top of the Falls for a breathtaking view of the Nile's thunderous power!

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:
Murchison Backpackers
  • Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Evening Game Drive

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Evening Game Drive

Journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, a land of diverse habitats. As evening descends, set out on a thrilling game drive across the savannah.

This is your another prime opportunity to encounter lions, buffaloes, elephants, and various antelope species, including the abundant Uganda Kob if you missed either at Murchison falls national park. The park's stunning landscapes are a bonus!

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 (Tent)
  • inside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Queen Elizabeth Game Drive, Channel Boat Trip and Primates Pursuit

Queen Elizabeth Game Drive, Channel Boat Trip and Primates Pursuit

Start with another exciting morning game drive, maximizing your chances of seeing the park's incredible wildlife.

The highlight of the day is an afternoon boat trip on the Kazinga Channel, offering incredible close-up views of hippos, crocodiles, and vast birdlife. You might even spot elephants and buffaloes cooling off by the water's edge!

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Dave the Cave Eco Lodge
  • Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Chimpanzee trekking in the morning before transferring to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Chimpanzee trekking in the morning before transferring to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Experience the thrill of chimpanzee trekking in the morning, observing our closest relatives in their natural habitat.

Then, journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the critically endangered Mountain Gorillas. The dense forest itself is teeming with unique primates and diverse birdlife.

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:
Buhoma Community Rest Camp
  • Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Gorilla Trekking and Drive to Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla Trekking and Drive to Lake Bunyonyi

Today is the day for an awe-inspiring gorilla trekking adventure! Spend an unforgettable hour with a habituated gorilla family, a truly magical wildlife encounter.

Afterwards, relax and unwind at the picturesque Lake Bunyonyi, renowned for its stunning islands and peaceful atmosphere. Keep an eye out for otters and various bird species.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Bunyonyi Overland Resort
  • Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Depart to Lake Mburo National Park, Evening Game Drive in the Park

Depart to Lake Mburo National Park, Evening Game Drive in the Park

Travel to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's smallest savanna park but a true gem!

Enjoy an evening game drive where you're guaranteed to see large herds of zebras, impalas (found nowhere else in Uganda), buffaloes, and various antelopes like topi and eland. The open plains offer fantastic photographic opportunities.

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:
Leopard Rest Camp
  • Budget tented camp located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Morning Game Walk, Afternoon Drive to Entebbe for Outbound Flight Onward

Morning Game Walk, Afternoon Drive to Entebbe for Outbound Flight Onward

Begin your day with a unique guided bush walk in Lake Mburo, allowing for an intimate encounter with the park's smaller creatures and diverse birdlife.

You might spot zebras or impalas even closer. Later, drive back to Entebbe for your outbound flight, carrying incredible memories of Uganda's rich wildlife.

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Wide Birding Eco Tours, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Wide Birding Eco Tours.