Wagatil Safaris

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$3,795 pp (USD)

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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 at Entebbe

Arrival at Entebbe

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly received by a professional representative from Wagatil Safaris. After a brief introduction, you will be transferred to your accommodation at Jet Villa Cottages for your first night in Uganda.

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

Day 2

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After breakfast, your journey to Uganda’s largest and most scenic park, Murchison Falls National Park, begins. En route, enjoy a guided rhino tracking experience at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. After lunch, continue to the park and visit the iconic Top of the Falls, where the Nile River forces itself through a 7-meter gorge with a thunderous roar.
Optional: Night game drive (paid directly).

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:
Bamboo Village Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Full Day in Murchison Falls National Park

Full Day in Murchison Falls National Park

Begin the day with an early morning game drive across the park’s savannah, searching for lions, giraffes, elephants, and more. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic boat ride along the Nile to the base of the falls, offering great chances to spot hippos, crocodiles, and aquatic birds. An evening game drive will follow.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Bamboo Village Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Murchison to Kibale Forest National Park

Murchison to Kibale Forest National Park

Travel south through Uganda’s beautiful countryside and crater lakes region to Kibale Forest National Park, home to one of the highest concentrations of primates in Africa. After checking in at Turaco Treetops, take a self-guided nature walk or join a community visit in Bigodi Village.

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 in Kibale

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale

Start your day with an exciting chimpanzee tracking adventure in the lush tropical rainforest of Kibale National Park. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary on a guided walk, known for its rich birdlife, primates, and vibrant community projects.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
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 6

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After a relaxed breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most diverse wildlife destination. Arrive in the afternoon and embark on an evening game drive to spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and more in their natural habitat.

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 7

Game Drives & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Game Drives & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains to spot lions and large herds of Uganda kobs. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, home to hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and hundreds of bird species. An optional evening game drive can be done afterward.

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 8

Ishasha Sector & Transfer to Bwindi

Ishasha Sector & Transfer to Bwindi

Today, you’ll head south to the Ishasha sector in search of the famous tree-climbing lions. Later, proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the prime habitat for mountain gorillas.
Optional: Visit the Batwa community (optional activity paid directly).

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

Day 9

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

After an early breakfast, set out for the highlight of your safari a gorilla trekking expedition. With guidance from expert trackers and rangers, you’ll trek through the forest to spend a magical hour with a family of mountain gorillas. After the rewarding Gorilla tracking experience, you will have an overnight stay at Bweza Gorilla Lodge for an overnight relaxation.

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

Day 10

Transfer to Mgahinga for Golden Monkey Trekking

Transfer to Mgahinga for Golden Monkey Trekking

Drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, the only park in Uganda where golden monkey trekking is available. After a detailed briefing at the park headquarters, venture into the bamboo-covered slopes for an energetic and unforgettable golden monkey tracking experience.

Main Destination:
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to January (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP

GorillaCommon
BuffaloOccasional
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LionNone
ZebraNone
HippoNone
Accommodation:
Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park

Begin your day with an early breakfast and drive to Lake Mburo National Park, one of Uganda’s smallest yet most scenic parks. Arrive in the late afternoon and enjoy an evening game drive. For a special experience, you can opt for a night game drive at extra cost.

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 12

Safari Walk & Transfer to Entebbe

Safari Walk & Transfer to Entebbe

Enjoy a morning walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, where you can spot zebras, impalas, elands, and more at close range on foot with a ranger guide. After the experience, begin your scenic return drive to Entebbe for your evening or night departure.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner 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 Wagatil 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.