Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Your 9-day Uganda safari begins with an early departure from Entebbe or Kampala toward Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting guided foot safari to track wild Southern White Rhinos. Enjoy lunch before continuing north through scenic landscapes to Uganda’s premier savanna reserve. Arrive at Murchison Falls in the late afternoon, check into your safari lodge, and take in the serene wilderness atmosphere along the Victoria Nile as you prepare for tomorrow’s big game adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Game Drive and Boat Cruise Murchison Falls National Park
Game Drive and Boat Cruise Murchison Falls National Park
Embark on a sunrise game drive across Murchison Falls National Park to spot lions, leopards, Rothschild giraffes, elephants, and Jackson's hartebeests. In the afternoon, enjoy a three-hour boat cruise along the Victoria Nile to the base of the world's most powerful waterfall. Marvel at massive Nile crocodiles, bathing hippos, and abundant waterbirds along the riverbanks. Cap off the day with an view to the top of the falls to witness the roaring Nile squeeze through a narrow 7-meter gorge.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Kibale National Park
Transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, leave Murchison Falls behind and set off on a picturesque overland drive south toward Kibale National Park, the Primate Capital of the World. Journey past lush tea plantations, traditional rural villages, and the dramatic Albertine Rift Escarpment. Stop in the charming town of Fort Portal for lunch beneath the shadow of the Rwenzori Mountains. Continue to your rainforest lodge nestled near Kibale Forest, visit bigodi wetlands before checking in the lodge to relax, listen to the evening jungle calls, and prepare for primate tracking.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Experience an thrilling morning chimpanzee trekking tour in Kibale Forest alongside expert Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Spend an unforgettable hour watching habituated chimp troops swing through the high canopy, groom, and vocalize. After lunch, drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, crossing the Equator with magnificent backdrop views of the Rwenzori Range. Arrive at your lodge situated inside the park in the late afternoon, taking in panoramic views of savanna plains, crater lakes, and distant mountain ridges.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Ride at the Kazinga Channel
Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Ride at the Kazinga Channel
Set out on an early morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains to spot African elephants, cape buffaloes, lions, and large herds of Uganda kob. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, take a famous two-hour boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. Get thrilling close-up photo opportunities of the world's highest concentration of hippos, Nile crocodiles, and diverse bird species congregating along the sun-drenched shores.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Depart Queen Elizabeth NP and head south through the famous Ishasha Sector, renowned worldwide for its rare tree-climbing lions lounging in fig branches. Keep your camera ready as you scan the canopy for lions and topis during a brief game drive. Continue upward into the mist-covered mountains toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site protecting nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. Arrive at your rainforest lodge for dinner and a restful sleep before gorilla tracking.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Gorilla Tracking Experience and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Gorilla Tracking Experience and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Begin the highlight of your safari with an early morning briefing before venturing into Bwindi's dense primeval forest. Guided by expert trackers, trek through misty terrain until you meet your assigned mountain gorilla family. Spend an incredible hour observing gentle silverbacks and playful juveniles up close in their natural habitat. Afterward, receive your official gorilla trekking certificate and take a scenic transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, Africa’s second-deepest lake, where you can unwind amid tranquil island vistas.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Lodge, Habuharo
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Enjoy a relaxed morning canoe ride or motorized boat excursion on Lake Bunyonyi, exploring historical islands like Punishment Island while learning about local Bakiga traditions. After breakfast, depart for Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savanna reserve. Drive through the scenic Kigezi highlands and arrive at Lake Mburo in the late afternoon. Enjoy an evening game drive across acacia woodlands to spot plains zebras, impalas, topis, elands, and Rothschild giraffes before checking into your safari lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Morning Guided Safari Nature Walk and Transfer to Entebbe
Morning Guided Safari Nature Walk and Transfer to Entebbe
Experience wildlife up close on a guided morning walking safari in Lake Mburo alongside an armed park ranger, tracking zebras and antelopes on foot. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast before beginning your return journey to Entebbe (approx. 5–6 hours). Pause at the Kayabwe Equator line for interactive water experiments, iconic photo opportunities, and souvenir shopping. Arrive in Entebbe by late afternoon or evening for your transfer to Entebbe International Airport or hotel, concluding your tour.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
