$2,646 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
Your safari adventure kicks off with an early morning departure from Entebbe, heading north through the lush Ugandan countryside toward Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, you'll stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can track wild rhinos on foot. This unique experience offers a rare opportunity to observe these magnificent creatures up close in their natural habitat.
After lunch, continue your journey to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest conservation area. Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic drive through the park as you make your way to your lodge. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as baboons, antelopes, and various bird species along the way.
Settle in for the evening, surrounded by the natural beauty of the park, and prepare for an exciting day of game viewing ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
- Accommodation:
- Hornbill Bush Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Murchison Falls National Park – Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari
Murchison Falls National Park – Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari
Wake up to the sounds of the wild and begin your day with an early morning game drive across the northern savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park. With your guide leading the way, you’ll explore areas rich in wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hartebeest, oribis, and perhaps even the elusive leopard. Bird lovers will also delight in sightings of species like the Secretary Bird and Abyssinian Ground Hornbill.
After a relaxing lunch back at the lodge, the afternoon brings one of the park’s most iconic experiences — a boat safari along the Nile River. As you cruise upstream towards the base of the thundering Murchison Falls, keep your camera ready for hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a wide variety of birdlife including the rare shoebill stork.
The boat will dock near the foot of the falls, where you’ll marvel at the Nile’s powerful surge through a narrow 7-meter gorge — a spectacular sight that gives the park its name. Return to the lodge for Dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Hornbill Bush Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, take a short drive to visit the Top of Murchison Falls, where the mighty Nile River explodes through a narrow cleft in the rock, plunging 45 meters below with an incredible roar. Standing at the top offers a breathtaking view and a chance to truly feel the power of the falls — a must-see highlight of the park. (We do this if at all we did not visit the top of the falls the previous day)
From here, begin your scenic drive southwards to Kibale Forest National Park, known as the primate capital of the world. The journey takes you through traditional villages, tea plantations, and rolling hills — giving you a glimpse into Uganda’s rich countryside.
Enjoy a packed lunch or stop en route for a local meal before arriving in the Fort Portal region, nestled in the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains. Upon arrival at your lodge near Kibale, take the evening to relax and prepare for tomorrow’s unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Chimps Villas Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzee Trekking – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP – Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Chimpanzee Trekking – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP – Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Rise early for an exciting morning in the lush Kibale Forest, home to 13 species of primates and one of the best places in East Africa for chimpanzee trekking.
Once you find the chimpanzees, you’ll spend a magical hour observing them as they feed, play, groom, and swing effortlessly through the trees — an intimate and unforgettable wildlife encounter.
After lunch, transfer south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most iconic safari destinations. The drive offers scenic views of crater lakes, volcanic landscapes, and the majestic Rwenzori Mountains in the distance.
Upon arrival, head straight to the Kazinga Channel for a relaxing boat safari. This natural waterway connects Lake Edward and Lake George and is famous for its high concentration of hippos, basking crocodiles, elephants at the water’s edge, and abundant birdlife including African fish eagles, kingfishers, and pelicans.
Later, check in at your lodge and unwind with the sounds of the wild surrounding you.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
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Tembo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Queen Elizabeth NP – Morning Game Drive in Ishasha – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Queen Elizabeth NP – Morning Game Drive in Ishasha – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Begin your day with a morning game drive in the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, an area renowned for its rare and iconic tree-climbing lions. Keep your eyes on the fig and acacia trees — with luck, you may spot these majestic predators lounging on branches, surveying the savannah below. You'll also encounter buffaloes, topis, elephants, and a variety of bird species in this wild and remote corner of the park.
After the game drive, enjoy a relaxed early lunch at the lodge before setting off on a scenic drive south to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
As you approach Bwindi, the landscape transforms into mist-covered hills, terraced farms, and dense rainforest — a dramatic change that signals you’re entering one of Africa’s most biologically diverse ecosystems.
Arrive at your lodge nestled in or near the forest and spend the evening resting and preparing for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience that awaits you tomorrow.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Gorilla Bluff Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority. You'll then be assigned to a small group and guided by expert rangers deep into the forest in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek can range from a couple of hours to half a day, depending on the location of the gorillas, but the reward is priceless — spending a magical hour in the presence of mountain gorillas, observing their behavior up close as they feed, play, and interact in their natural habitat. Today you eat packed Lunch
In the afternoon, depart for the scenic drive to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest and most picturesque lake, dotted with 29 islands and surrounded by terraced hills. Known as "the place of little birds," Lake Bunyonyi offers a peaceful atmosphere to relax and reflect on your incredible journey.
Check in to your lodge by the lakeside and enjoy a quiet evening with stunning views, a warm meal, and maybe even a paddle on the lake if time allows.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Lodge, Habuharo
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake Bunyonyi – Lake Mburo National Park – Return to Entebbe or Kampala
Lake Bunyonyi – Lake Mburo National Park – Return to Entebbe or Kampala
Wake up to a peaceful morning by Lake Bunyonyi, with time to soak in the serenity of the lake and surrounding hills. After breakfast, you’ll begin your journey back toward central Uganda, with a stop at Lake Mburo National Park, the smallest savannah park in the country but one packed with charm and wildlife.
Enjoy a short game drive or walking safari in Lake Mburo, where you might spot zebras, impalas, elands, topis, buffaloes, and if you're lucky, even leopards. This is also one of the few national parks in Uganda where walking safaris are permitted — a great chance to stretch your legs and connect with the bush up close.
After lunch exit the park, continue your drive back to Entebbe or Kampala, arriving in the evening. You'll pass the Equator line, where you can stop for photos, coffee, and souvenirs — the perfect final memory of your adventure.
Depending on your schedule, you'll be dropped off at your hotel or directly at Entebbe International Airport for your onward flight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
