Valverde Safaris

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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

Arrival

Arrival

Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our representative driver (guide) from Valverde Safaris will greet you and welcome you to Uganda, often referred to as the Pearl of Africa. Following this warm welcome, you will be transferred to your pre-booked accommodation in Entebbe.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
Jet Villas Entebbe
  • Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Top of the Falls Visit

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Top of the Falls Visit

After an early breakfast, set off for Murchison Falls National Park, enjoying a scenic drive through rural landscapes. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walk to track rhinos in their natural habitat. Continue north with a lunch stop along the way before entering the park. Visit the Top of the Falls, where the Nile forces through a narrow gap and plunges dramatically below. Later, head to your lodge for check-in, dinner, and a relaxing overnight stay.

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:
Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Early Morning Game drive & Afternoon Nile boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls

Early Morning Game drive & Afternoon Nile boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls

After an early breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park, exploring the vast savannah in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and diverse birdlife. Return to the lodge for lunch and rest. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and water birds along the way. Witness the Nile forcing through a narrow gorge in a powerful display before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Transfer to Kibale National Park

After breakfast, depart Murchison Falls and drive south through scenic countryside toward Kibale National Park, known for its rich primate population. Enjoy lunch in Fort Portal en route before continuing to the park. In the evening, take a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run conservation area famous for birds, monkeys, and lush swamp scenery. Spot various primates, including colobus and red-tailed monkeys, while learning about local culture and conservation efforts. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay near Kibale Forest.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Turaco Treetops Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Chimpanzee Trekking Experience & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Chimpanzee Trekking Experience & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early breakfast, head into Kibale Forest for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure. Accompanied by expert guides, explore the lush rainforest as you track and observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat, along with other primates and forest wildlife. Spend time watching their behavior before returning to your lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, depart Kibale and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying scenic views of crater lakes and rural landscapes along the way. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and overnight stay, ready for the next safari experience.

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:
Elephant Hab Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel

Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel

After an early breakfast, set out for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, exploring its diverse savannah landscapes in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, Uganda kobs, hippos, and various bird species. Your guide will help you spot wildlife and share insights about the park’s rich ecosystem. Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, famous for its dense concentration of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and abundant birdlife along the shores. After the cruise, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Elephant Hab Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha Sector Plains

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha Sector Plains

Depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and begin your scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions often seen resting in fig trees. Enjoy a game drive through the Ishasha plains, spotting wildlife such as elephants, buffaloes, and various antelope species along the way. Continue through rolling hills and lush countryside as you head toward Bwindi. Arrive at your lodge in the evening, check in, have dinner, and relax in preparation for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience the following day.

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:
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Gorilla Trekking Adventure and Transfer to the scenic Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla Trekking Adventure and Transfer to the scenic Lake Bunyonyi

After a hearty breakfast, head to the ranger’s post for a briefing before entering the gorilla sanctuary. The rainforest is breathtaking, with steep, dense forests crisscrossed by numerous trails that allow visitor access. Trekking time varies depending on the gorillas’ movements, and once located, you’ll spend an hour observing these gentle giants—an unforgettable experience.
After lunch, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, a magical spot with terraced hills, 29 islands, and excellent opportunities for birdwatching, relaxing, and enjoying the serene landscape. Check in at your lodge and relax.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
  • Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Depart Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and journey through Uganda’s rolling hills and countryside toward Lake Mburo National Park, enjoying scenic views of farms and rural life along the way. Arrive in the afternoon and head straight for an exciting game drive across the park’s savannah and acacia-dotted landscapes. Spot zebras, impalas, elands, buffaloes, and other wildlife as the sun begins to set over the plains. Later, proceed to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay within the park.

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:
Rwakobo Rock Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Morning Nature Walk Safari & Transfer to Entebbe Airport

Morning Nature Walk Safari & Transfer to Entebbe Airport

You'll start with an early breakfast before a morning safari walk in Mburo Park, guided by an armed ranger from the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Encounter zebras, giraffes, elands, topis, antelopes, and Cape buffalo up close. Ascend the hills for stunning views of Lake Mburo, spotting nine of the twelve lakes.

Afterward, return to your accommodation, check out, and then transfer to Kampala via the Equator point, where you will have a stop for a brief photo moment and souvenirs before proceeding to Entebbe Airport, reaching it in time for your departure.

Thank you for choosing Valverde Safaris!

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast 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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  • This tour is offered by Valverde Safaris, 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.