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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival at Entebbe Airport
Arrival at Entebbe Airport
A Gorilla Explorers driver-guide will meet you at Entebbe Airport, pick you up, and drive to a hotel either in Entebbe or downtown Kampala for an overnight stay. The driver-guide will discuss the itinerary for the safari and determine the departure time for the following morning's adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Kampala (City)
- Accommodation:
- ViaVia Entebbe Guesthouse
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer from Kampala to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to Murchison Falls National Park
Transfer from Kampala to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to Murchison Falls National Park
Our adventure begins at 8 am when we will transfer you from Entebbe Old Town or downtown Kampala to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to the only wild rhinos in Uganda. Rhinos became extinct in Uganda in the early 1980s. The Ziwa site is being used as a breeding site for black and white rhinos. During our 2 hours at the sanctuary, you will see these creatures roaming around the 7,000 hectares of land and see their daily interactions.
As you leave the rhinos behind, you will proceed to Murchison Falls National Park, on the shore of Lake Albert, where the River Nile roars through a narrow gap creating the Murchison Falls. You will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
- Accommodation:
- Red Chilli Rest Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Game Drive, Boat Trip, & Top of the Falls Hike at Murchison Falls National Park
Game Drive, Boat Trip, & Top of the Falls Hike at Murchison Falls National Park
You'll wake up to an exhilarating start to the day as you embark on a game drive in the park to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife. This Murchison Falls safari does not stop on the land because, in the afternoon, you will take a relaxing boat trip on the iconic River Nile, where, if we’re lucky, you’ll have a chance to see crocodiles, hippos, and an array of rare birds. You will see for yourself the point where the River Nile joins Lake Albert, which is one of the major highlights of this trip. Feel the immense power and force of the falls as the spray hits your face and you listen to the deafening roar of the water. At the end of the boat trip, you will hike the famous ‘Top of the Falls’, where you'll have spectacular views of the Murchison Falls along the Nile River, a perfect photo opportunity for the budding photographers. You will return to your lodge for dinner and a good night’s sleep.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Red Chilli Rest Camp
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Kibale National Park
Transfer to Kibale National Park
You'll embark on the 6–7-hour drive, but fear not, you will still be entertained! On your journey, you will pass the time by marveling at the scenic views of the Ugandan countryside, leaving Murchison Falls National Park behind and driving southwards to Kibale Forest National Park. The drive to Kibale will go through the major western towns of Hoima and Fort Portal. You will arrive at Kibale in the early evening.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Rweteera Safari Park Camp
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale National Park
Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale National Park
You'll head to the Kibale forest immediately after breakfast to track the chimpanzees in their forest home. If you are lucky on the trek, you may encounter other species of monkeys in the Kibale forest. These include colobus monkeys, olive baboons, and red-tailed monkeys. In the afternoon, you can choose to join our optional activity and visit Bigodi Swamp Sanctuary, known as a ‘birder’s paradise’.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Rweteera Safari Park Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park through Fort Portal
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park through Fort Portal
In the morning, you will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal Crater Lakes, perhaps Uganda’s most iconic sight. These volcanic craters formed some 8,000 to 10,000 years ago, and they provide an idyllic backdrop to the extensive hiking trail network in the area. Here, you will be able to enjoy the amazing views of western Uganda’s tea farmlands and plantations. If the weather is good, we’ll get a chance to spot the Rwenzori Mountain Escarpment in the distance. After a day full of spectacular views, you’ll check into the lodge and relax in preparation for the following day’s game drives.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Engiri Game Lodge - Cottages
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Kasenyi Plains Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Trip, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kasenyi Plains Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Trip, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Once again, you will start your morning with a game drive where you can expect to spot wildlife species such as elephants, buffalo, side-striped jackals, hyena, leopards, lions, warthogs, Uganda kobs, and giant forest hogs. What a way to start the day!
After lunch, you’ll take a boat trip along the Kazinga Channel, where you will continue your wildlife spotting. This time, you will see hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, bathing elephants, and a range of beautiful birds. This will undoubtedly be another highlight of your tour.
- Main Destination:
- Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Accommodation:
- Engiri Game Lodge - Cottages
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Tree-Climbing Lions at the Ishasha Sector and Transfer to Bwindi National Park
Tree-Climbing Lions at the Ishasha Sector and Transfer to Bwindi National Park
On the way to Bwindi National Park, you will drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, popularly known for the tree-climbing lions. Unlike their counterparts at the Kasenyi plains, the lions at Ishasha have found a way to climb the fig trees to enjoy the warm temperatures. While the sighting of the tree-climbing lions is not 100% guaranteed, a stopover at Ishasha is worth a visit! We will spend the night at Bwindi National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Accommodation:
- Karungi Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today is the day that many of you will have been waiting for. You will embark on a full-day adventure to track the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Forest National Park. The trek will commence with a short briefing on gorilla trekking rules to ensure the safety of both the guests and the gorillas. You will then start the trek into the Impenetrable Forest to encounter the gentle giants of Bwindi National Park. You will follow the expert guides, looking for signs of the gorillas and changing direction accordingly until you find them. After this rare and memorable experience is over, you will spend the rest of the day and night in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Karungi Camp
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Community Tour in Kisoro and Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga National Park
Community Tour in Kisoro and Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga National Park
Today is a unique opportunity to learn about the tragic history of these local communities through a variety of activities. Choose between the Batwa cultural experience, where you visit a local community and learn about their way of life, a Sabyinyo Volcano hiking tour, and/or a golden monkey trekking experience in the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Other activities include canoe trekking at Lake Mutanda and a coffee-making experience, where you can try your hand at the local industry. You will spend the night in a lodge close to Lake Mutanda.
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
Travellers Rest Hotel
Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for Birdwatching and Canoeing
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for Birdwatching and Canoeing
On this day, you'll depart Kisoro for Lake Bunyonyi. Make the most of your day at Lake Bunyonyi, considered one of the deepest and most beautiful inland water bodies in Africa, which offers refreshing experiences ranging from dug-out canoeing, swimming, and bird watching, by choosing another optional activity. After the afternoon activities at Lake Bunyonyi, you'll rest at the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Transfer from Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer from Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park
You will drive from Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park in the early afternoon. There is a scheduled stopover at Igongo Cultural Center in Mbarara for a short coffee break. You'll join a night game drive at Lake Mburo National Park in the evening to try and spot leopards.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eagle's Nest Camp
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Game Drive at Lake Mburo NP and Transfer to Entebbe
Game Drive at Lake Mburo NP and Transfer to Entebbe
After an early morning breakfast, you'll drive through Lake Mburo National Park for a morning game drive to spot various wildlife species, including zebras, topis, giraffes, impala, Uganda kobs, and many more! After the game sighting, you'll drive to Entebbe with a scheduled stopover at the Equator crossing.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- Eagle's Nest Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
Mabamba Swamp Shoebill and Transfer to Airport
Mabamba Swamp Shoebill and Transfer to Airport
The Mabamba wetland, located west of Entebbe, is one of the best and most convenient places to encounter the elusive shoebill and a prime birding site. After a few minutes in a small canoe, the papyrus reeds open up into a flat grassy wetland where several shoebills are regularly sighted. The shoebills are most relaxed in the morning when they stalk their main prey( fish or frogs), though they can be spotted all day. The shoebills may stand still for long periods, awaiting the movements of their prey, and then suddenly strike with astonishing speed.
To get to the Mabamba swamp, we will drive from the guest house in Entebbe to the landing site on Lake Victoria, where you will join a boat to the swamp. The boat allows you to see many birds that you may otherwise miss.
After the Mabamba trek, you will return to the Entebbe guest house for a rest. Later in the evening, you'll be dropped off at Entebbe Airport and depart for your next destination.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
