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Arrival
Day 1
Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Kampala
Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Kampala
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be welcomed by your professional safari guide. After a brief introduction and safari orientation, you'll transfer to Kampala, Uganda’s capital city. Depending on your time of arrival, you may opt for a short city tour or simply relax at your hotel. This day is primarily for recovering from your journey and preparing for the adventure ahead. Overnight stay in Kampala.
- Main Destination:
- Kampala (City)
- Accommodation:
- Kitiko Residence
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Gulu via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Transfer to Gulu via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After an early breakfast, depart Kampala and begin your journey northwards. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where rhinos roam free. Here, you will participate in a guided on-foot rhino tracking experience, learning about rhino conservation efforts. After lunch at the sanctuary, continue to Gulu, a vibrant town in northern Uganda. Check in to your lodge and unwind after the day’s travel.
- Main Destination:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
- Accommodation:
- Acholi Inn
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Drive to Kidepo Valley National Park and Evening Drive
Drive to Kidepo Valley National Park and Evening Drive
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda’s most remote and untouched savannah park. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and relaxation. In the late afternoon, enjoy an evening game drive in the Narus Valley, where animals congregate around water sources. Expect to see buffalo, elephants, zebras, and possibly lions before returning to the lodge for dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Kidepo Valley National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Budget Tent)
Wildlife in Kidepo Valley NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Game Drive in Kidepo Valley National Park
Game Drive in Kidepo Valley National Park
Spend the entire day exploring the rugged beauty of Kidepo Valley National Park. The morning drive takes you deep into the park’s plains, known for their high concentrations of wildlife including giraffes, lions, cheetahs, and ostriches. After lunch, continue to the Kidepo Valley, where the Kanangorok Hot Springs are found. You'll also have opportunities to view the Uganda–South Sudan border. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and rest.
- Main Destination:
- Kidepo Valley National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Budget Tent)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Morning Game Drive and Karamajong Cultural Tour
Morning Game Drive and Karamajong Cultural Tour
Begin your day with a morning game drive to capture more wildlife activity in the cool hours. After brunch at the lodge, head for an authentic Karamojong cultural experience. Visit a traditional homestead (Manyatta) and engage with the locals as they demonstrate their way of life, dances, and storytelling. It's an enriching encounter with one of Uganda's oldest and proudest tribes.
- Main Destination:
- Kidepo Valley National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Budget Tent)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park - Top of the Falls
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park - Top of the Falls
After breakfast, depart for Murchison Falls National Park, driving through changing landscapes—from the arid plains of Karamoja to the tropical savannahs of northern Uganda. Arrive in the late afternoon and head straight to the Top of Murchison Falls. Watch the mighty Nile squeeze through a narrow 7-meter gorge and plunge into the Devil’s Cauldron—one of Africa’s most powerful sights. Proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fort Murchison (Tent)
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Morning Delta Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise
Morning Delta Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise
Start your day with a game drive in the Nile Delta region, an area rich in birdlife and large game. Look out for lions, giraffes, elephants, hyenas, and possibly the elusive leopard. After lunch at the lodge, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls. Expect close encounters with hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants at the riverbank, and abundant birdlife including the African fish eagle.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fort Murchison (Tent)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Transfer to Kibale National Park
Transfer to Kibale National Park
After an early breakfast, begin your transfer to Kibale National Park, driving through beautiful tea plantations and rolling hills. The journey will take most of the day, with breaks for lunch and photography en route. Kibale is home to the highest density of primates in Africa and is especially renowned for chimpanzees. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge near the forest and rest for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
-
Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, head to Kanyanchu Visitor Centre for a briefing before setting off on your chimpanzee trekking adventure. With expert guides, you’ll track and observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat, along with other primates such as red colobus and L'Hoest's monkeys. After lunch, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in the evening for check-in and dinner at your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
-
Tembo Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Morning Game Drive/ Lion-Tracking Experience and Afternoon Boat Cruise
Morning Game Drive/ Lion-Tracking Experience and Afternoon Boat Cruise
Begin your day with a lion tracking experience, where you’ll join researchers in a vehicle to locate lions using radio telemetry. This offers a rare chance to learn about conservation firsthand while observing lions up close. After lunch, take a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that links Lake Edward and Lake George. View hundreds of hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and diverse water birds as they congregate near the shores.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tembo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, passing through the Ishasha sector—home to the famous tree-climbing lions. If lucky, you may spot them resting in fig trees. Continue into the mountainous rainforest of Bwindi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Check into your lodge and prepare for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
Rushaga Gorilla Haven's Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast and briefing by park rangers, enter the dense jungle to search for a habituated gorilla family. Trekking may take between 2 to 6 hours, depending on the gorillas’ location. Once found, you'll spend a magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for a late lunch and afternoon at leisure.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Haven's Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast, drive to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest and most scenic lake, dotted with over 20 islands. The area offers a refreshing retreat after gorilla trekking. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy a relaxing afternoon—go canoeing, take a nature walk, or simply enjoy the peaceful lake views from your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park - Afternoon Boat Cruise
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park - Afternoon Boat Cruise
Depart Lake Bunyonyi after breakfast and drive to Lake Mburo National Park. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and have lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Mburo, known for its hippos, crocodiles, and vibrant birdlife such as pied kingfishers and African fish eagles. Return to the lodge for your final safari night.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eagle's Nest Camp
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 15
Morning Game Drive and Departure to Kampala
Morning Game Drive and Departure to Kampala
After an early breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Mburo, a great opportunity to spot zebras, impalas, elands, and warthogs. After the game drive, begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe, with a stop for lunch en route. Arrive in the late afternoon or early evening for drop-off at the airport or your hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
