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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

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Our company Driver will pick you from your hotel or Entebbe International Airport, you will drive to Murchison Falls National Park in northwestern Uganda. Along the way, you will visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a white rhino tracking experience later, you will have lunch at Kabalega Dinners Restaurant. Upon arrival you will visit the top of the falls where you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the falls and the river Nile's thunderous sound before checking into the Lodge.

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:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat cruise

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat cruise

Rise up early to have your breakfast and head out for a morning game drive where you will spot several wildlife species such as lions, spotted hyenas, giraffes, warthogs, elephants, Jackson hartebeest, topis, Uganda kobs and many others. Other animals to see include the secretive leopard, primates, hippos, waterbucks, oribis and several others. Take a short break to enjoy your full break fast breakfast and after resume your game drive to spot several wildlife species. Return to the lodge for lunch and later in the afternoon head for the boat cruise on the Nile Delta up to the base of the falls, a scenic view that will leave you in awe. Along the waterway, you will see several water and land mammals such as hippos, elephants, waterbucks and crocodiles with several bird species like Egyptian Goose, Kingfishers, African Fish Eagle, Fish Eagle and many other species. Retire and return to the lodge and spend your night while relaxing, have dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

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 3

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Transfer to Kibale National Park

The day begins with breakfast and a drive through the Nile River to Kibale Forest National Park, known for its large chimpanzee population and Africa's primate capital. The park is home to 13 primate species and East Africa's largest population of the L'hoest's monkey and red colobus monkeys. Visitors can see various primates, including black-and-white colobus, blue monkeys, red-tailed olive baboons, grey-cheeked mangabeys, and over 375 bird species. You will have lunch en route, later you will check in to the lodge and relax.

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:
Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge​
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Chimpanzee Trekking - Queen Elizabeth National Park

Chimpanzee Trekking - Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, you will transfer to the park information offices for a briefing on chimpanzees and their behavior. You will embark on a guided forest walk to search for intelligent chimpanzees, sharing 98.8% of human DNA. You may encounter other wildlife species, including primates and bush pigs. After spending an hour with chimpanzees, you return to the starting point for lunch and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its diverse wildlife. You will have an evening game drive when time allows.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Pumba Safari Cottages
  • Budget lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat cruise

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat cruise

After having an early breakfast you will go on a morning game drive to Kasenyi Plains, where you will spot wildlife species like the big five African savannah mammals, antelope species, and primates. After the game drive, you will return to the Lodge, relax and prepare for the afternoon boat cruise. After having lunch you will then embark on a 3- hour boat cruise safari along the Kazinga Channel, a must-do activity in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The cruise will bring guests close to mammals like hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and water birds. After the cruise, guests will return to their lodge for an evening of relaxation and dinner.

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
Show more
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Pumba Safari Cottages
  • Budget lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Tree climbing Lions - Bwindi

Tree climbing Lions - Bwindi

You will enjoy an early breakfast before heading out in search of tree-climbing lions. Then, you will proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi is a habitat for mountain gorillas in Uganda, with an estimated population of 498 (approximately half of the world's Gorillas). The park is home to several habituated gorilla groups, allowing for gorilla tracking experiences. Upon arrival, you will check in to your accommodations and have a relaxing afternoon in preparation for the trekking experience scheduled for the next day.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Gorilla Trekking- Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla Trekking- Lake Bunyonyi

In the morning, prepare for mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park by preparing necessary equipment, dressing appropriately, and having a breakfast. Meet your safari guide and be briefed about the park's regulations. Be allocated a mountain gorilla family to track, UWA ranger, and forest guide. Hire a porter for assistance. After the pre-mountain gorilla trekking session, start your forest walk to search for the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitats. The time taken to encounter the family is unknown, but it may take 45 to 4 hours. Carry enough water and snacks to stay hydrated and energy-dense. Spend one hour with the mountain gorilla family, capture photos and record videos, and return to the starting point to receive a certificate for conservation. Enjoy refreshments and lunch before driving to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation. Dinner and overnight stay.

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:
Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Transfer to Entebbe

Transfer to Entebbe

You will have a relaxing breakfast at the Lodge, enjoying the breathtaking views of the Bunyonyi hills right in front of you. Afterwards, you will transfer to Entebbe Airport. Expect en route stopovers in Mbarara town for lunch and at the Uganda equator in Kayabwe for some memorable photos and souvenir shopping. You’ll arrive at the airport in the afternoon or the evening. We hope to see you (or any referral) on your next visit and thank you for choosing Caracal Explorers.

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Caracal Explorers, 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.