Day1 Start from Airport (before 2pm) or be picked from a hotel. Transfer to Lake Mburo NP.
The pick-up will be from either; the Hotel or from the Entebbe Airport upon arrival. The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will pick/receive you and hit the road to Lake Mburo National Park. Mburo is a compact gem, located conveniently close to the highway that connects Entebbe/Kampala to the parks of western Uganda. It is the smallest of Uganda’s savannah National Parks but home to 350 bird species as well as animals such as: Giraffes, Zebra, impala, eland, buffalo, Defassa waterbuck, hippo, and the elusive leopard among others. On arrival, we shall check in and if we still have some time available, we can proceed for a late afternoon-to-evening game drive. Otherwise, we shall check in and have the evening at leisure – relaxing.
Accommodation: (Eagles Nest Mburo-Budget Level) | Meals: Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 4 hours.
Day2 Morning game drive and then, transfer to accommodation in Bwindi.
Enjoy your breakfast as early as possible then proceed for an exciting morning game drive in the park. Expect to see the gigantic eland antelope, zebras in big numbers, topi, impalas, Buffaloes and other savannah animals. Alternatively, you may choose the morning bush/park walk (at extra cost USD 25 pp) in the presence of an armed ranger-guide. You will return to your accommodation then check out and proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable NP.
Bwindi is a big habitat for mountain gorillas in Uganda (harboring over 300 mountain gorillas – roughly half of the world’s population), including several habituated groups, which can be trekked. With a strenuous day ahead, you will do less on arrival but just check in your accommodation, relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the next morning.
Accommodation: (Gorilla Mist Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 5 hours
Day3 Gorilla trekking Bwindi and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
Have breakfast, pick up the lunch box and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from the Park Authority) on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, including assigning participants to a group. The actual trek into the forest begins at 8am in the company of your ranger-guide(s) and other participants assigned. The high altitude here combined with steep, rugged (sometimes muddy) terrain makes gorilla trekking physically demanding but rewarding. One moment you’re descending, and the next, you are ascending to a higher elevation. The time taken (3-8 hours) vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. At the end of the trek, you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can keep as a reminder of this lifetime experience. Return, board the car and embark on transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. The lake is framed by lush, green-terraced hills that reach a height of (2,200 – 2,478m) but it’s the 29 islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water that make it most magical — you could admire them all day.
Accommodation: (Itambira Island-Tree House-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 2-3 hours.
Day4 Depart Bunyonyi and return to Entebbe to catch flight out (18:00 onward).
You will have a relaxed breakfast with spectacular view of the Bunyonyi little islands just right in front of you. Thereafter, you will hit the road for the return to Entebbe (arriving in the late afternoon/evening) for your flight out. Thank you for choosing and travelling with us (Home to Africa). #Optional (extra cost): If having a late-night flight, you may consider a canoe trek on Bunyonyi before departing for Entebbe.
Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Transfer Time: Approx. 8 hours.
Day1 Start from Airport (before 10am) or be picked from a hotel. Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP.
The pick-up will be from either; the Hotel or from the Airport upon arrival. The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will pick/receive you and we shall embark on a transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – one of Uganda’s most frequented tourist destinations.
The park features diverse ecosystems called home by a variety of wildlife species – ten primate species (including chimpanzees), more than 600 bird species, and classic big games. You will stop for lunch en route then proceed into the beautiful Queen Elizabeth NP, arriving late afternoon (evening) and do little but just check into the accommodation and relax. Note: If you reach with some time still available, we can proceed for a late afternoon-to-evening game drive.
Accommodation: (Irungu Forest Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 7 hrs.
Day2 Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains – a vast savannah space in the Queen Elizabeth National Park known for high wildlife densities including lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, and Uganda kobs. The area offers exceptional game drives, birding, and scenic photography, with opportunities to see leopards too. After a satisfactory sighting, return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch.
After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the cruise, you get to enjoy an up-close view of large Hippo pods, Nile crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and numerous bird species, including the African Skimmer. From the boat ride, we shall return to the facility to freshen up and stay at leisure, enjoying the facility’s service.
Accommodation: (Irungu Forest Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: n/a
Day3 One more game drive - along the Kasenyi plains. Continue to Ishasha.
Today we shall grab a quick breakfast pack and then, proceed for another morning game drive – along the Kasenyi plains. Be on the look for Cape buffalos, herds of elephants plus lions, leopards (though hard to spot) among others. From Kasenyi, continue to the Ishasha sector – famously known for its tree-climbing lion population. The chance of spotting these lions stands at about 60-70% but sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey).
Should you get the chance to spot the lions up in the tree, the sight is picturesque and unforgettable. Beyond lions, you can easily spot some elephants, buffaloes, topis, and Uganda kobs. From Ishasha, you will continue to the accommodation at the edge of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. With a strenuous day ahead, you will do less on arrival but just check in your accommodation, relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience tomorrow.
Accommodation: (Gorilla Mist Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 6-7 hours.
Day4 Gorilla trekking Bwindi and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
Have breakfast, pick up the lunch box and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from the Park Authority) on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, including assigning participants to a group. The actual trek into the forest begins at 8am in the company of your ranger-guide(s) and other participants assigned.
The high altitude here combined with steep, rugged (sometimes muddy) terrain makes gorilla trekking physically demanding but rewarding. One moment you’re descending, and the next, you are ascending to a higher elevation. The time taken (3-8 hours) vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence.
The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. At the end of the trek, you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can keep as a reminder of this lifetime experience. Return, board the car and embark on transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. The lake is framed by lush, green-terraced hills that reach a height of (2,200 – 2,478m) but it’s the 29 islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water that make it most magical — you could admire them all day.
Accommodation: (Itambira Island-Tree House-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 2-3 hours.
Day5 Depart Bunyonyi and return to Entebbe Airport to catch flight back home.
Have a relaxed breakfast at the accommodation with spectacular view of the Bunyonyi little islands just right in front of you and thereafter embark on your return journey to Entebbe Airport.
Expect en route lunch and a stop at the Uganda Equator line mark in Kayabwe for some memorable photos and maybe buying some art pieces of interest. Proceed with the journey arriving late afternoon/evening for drop off at the airport to catch your flight back home (recommended for 18:00 onwards).
Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Transfer Time: Approx. 8 hours.
Day1 Arrive Entebbe (before 2pm). Pick up and transfer to the edge of Kibale Forest NP.
We hope you can arrive before 14:00. Upon arrival, you will perform clearance at the immigration. Proceed to collect your luggage and then move outside to the area where guides await their guests.
The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will receive you and we shall embark on a transfer that will see us overnight at edge of Kibale Forest National Park. Upon arrival at the accommodation, check in and just relax. #Optional (extra cost 15$ pp): If time allows and interested, we can proceed for the crater lakes excursion. You will enjoy the beauty of the numerous small lakes, surrounded by gentle hills, and the stunning views all over. Else, just enjoy your rest at the facility.
Accommodation: (Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Lunch, Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 5-6 hours.
Day 2Bigodi wetlands excursion, followed by transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP.
The Bigodi excursion is a 2-3 hours guided tour of a remarkable conservation area, situated right at edge of the well-known Kibale National Park. The walk here offers an intimate, immersive community-led experience spotting primates such as Red-tailed Monkeys, Black-and-white Colobus, and L’Hoest’s monkey, along with birds like the Great-blue Turaco and Papyrus Gonolek to mention but a few. The day begins with a nice breakfast until about 7:30am and then we move out to start this unique experience where you find yourself simply immersed in nature and enjoying every moment. From the Bigodi, we shall return to the facility to clean up, enjoy early lunch and then, embark on a transfer (2hrs) to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
You will reach with some time available for a game drive in search of wildlife like; lions, the elusive leopard, herd of elephants, buffaloes to mention but a few. *Optional (Additional $285 per person): If interested, then consider chimpanzee tracking instead of the Bigodi excursion. Please, note that permit for chimp tracking needs to be purchased prior to the actual date and always sold on first come first serve basis with limited slots per day.
Accommodation: (Enshama Game Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 2 hours.
Day 3 Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains – a vast savannah space in the Queen Elizabeth National Park known for high wildlife densities including lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, and Uganda kobs. The area offers exceptional game drives, birding, and scenic photography, with opportunities to see leopards too.
After a satisfactory sighting, return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the cruise, you get to enjoy an up-close view of large Hippo pods, Nile crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and numerous bird species, including the African Skimmer. From the boat ride, we shall return to the facility to freshen up and stay at leisure, enjoying the facility’s service.
Accommodation: (Enshama Game Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: n/a
Day 4 One more game drive - along the Kasenyi plains. Continue to Ishasha.
Today we shall grab a quick breakfast pack and then, proceed for another morning game drive – along the Kasenyi plains. Be on the look for Cape buffalos, herds of elephants plus lions, leopards (though hard to spot) among others. From Kasenyi, continue to the Ishasha sector – famously known for its tree-climbing lion population.
The chance of spotting these lions stands at about 60-70% but sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey). Should you get the chance to spot the lions up in the tree, the sight is picturesque and unforgettable. Beyond lions, you can easily spot some elephants, buffaloes, topis, and Uganda kobs. From Ishasha, you will continue to the accommodation at the edge of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. With a strenuous day ahead, you will do less on arrival but just check in your accommodation, relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience tomorrow.
Accommodation: (Buhoma Community Rest Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 5-6 hours..
Day 5 Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Return, stay at leisure - recovering.
Have breakfast, pick up the lunch box and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from the Park Authority) on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, including assigning participants to a group. The actual trek into the forest begins at 8am in the company of your ranger-guide(s) and other participants assigned. The high altitude here combined with steep, rugged (sometimes muddy) terrain makes gorilla trekking physically demanding but rewarding. One moment you’re descending, and the next, you are ascending to a higher elevation.
The time taken (3-8 hours) vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. At the end of the trek, you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can keep as a reminder of this lifetime experience. Return to the accommodation, and rest after a strenuous trek. #Optional (extra cost): In case you finished early and the body is willing to go out again; you can discuss with your guide and see what possibilities are there then make a choice.
Accommodation: (Buhoma Community Rest Camp-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: N/a
Day 6Transfer to Lake Mburo NP and enjoy afternoon (evening) game drive.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and then, set off to Lake Mburo NP. Mburo is a compact gem, located conveniently close to the highway that connects Entebbe/Kampala to the parks of western Uganda. It is the smallest of Uganda’s savannah National Parks but home to so many bird species as well as animals such as: Giraffes, Zebra, impala, eland, buffalo, and the elusive leopard among others.
We shall arrive and check in for some rest before heading out for a late afternoon-to-evening game drive that will bring us up close with the Mburo inhabitants. Finally, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. #Optional (Additional $30 per person): If interested, you may consider the night game drive to encounter nocturnal creatures which will be a rare sighting compared to the regular daytime sightings.
Accommodation: (Eagles’ Nest Mburo-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 5 hrs.
Day 7 Morning walking safari in the park. Return to Entebbe to catch flight.
As usual, we start the day with a quick breakfast and immediately, move to the Visitors’ Center where will receive the ranger-guide(s) to lead the excursion. The Walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park offers a fulfilling, intimate and immersive way to explore Uganda’s wildlife area on foot, producing moments that you seldom get while moving in a safari car. Accompanied by an armed ranger, walks often start at 7:00am, bringing you up-close to zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes in a 2 to 3-hour unforgettable experience in the wild.
This is a unique opportunity to notice smaller details often missed in a vehicle, such as bird species, butterflies, insects, and animal tracks etc. After this up-close experience, return to the accommodation for checkout and then hit the road to Entebbe airport to catch flight (1900hrs or later). Expect a stop at the Equator crossing mark (in Kayabwe) where you will have hot lunch and also (if interested) buy some souvenirs.
Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Transfer Time: Approx. 4 hours. .
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda & City Tour
Land at Kigali International Airport, Rwanda. Welcome by your Rays Safaris guide followed by a Kigali city tour visiting the Genocide Memorial and vibrant craft markets. Overnight in Kigali.
Day 2: Cross-Border Drive from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda
Drive through Rwanda's rolling 'Land of a Thousand Hills', crossing the Cyanika or Katuna border into Uganda. Arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in time for evening lodge relaxation.
Day 3: Bwindi Mountain Gorilla Trekking Expedition
Early morning gorilla trekking briefing at park headquarters. Trek through ancient rainforest trails until locating your assigned gorilla family for a 1-hour face-to-face encounter.
Day 4: Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth NP via Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions
Drive north to Queen Elizabeth NP via the southern Ishasha sector. Scan giant sycamore fig trees for tree-climbing lions. Arrive at your savannah lodge overlooking the park.
Day 5: Kasenyi Sunrise Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Dawn game drive across Kasenyi plains searching for big cats, buffalo herds, and waterbucks. Afternoon Kazinga Channel boat launch with dense wildlife along the riverbanks.
Day 6: Drive to Lake Mburo National Park & Guided Night Walking Safari
Transfer east to Lake Mburo National Park. Check in and embark on a dusk walking safari or night game drive accompanied by an armed ranger to spot leopards and nocturnal wildlife.
Day 7: Morning Game Drive, Equator Line Visit & Transfer to Entebbe Airport
Morning game drive in Lake Mburo among herds of zebras and giraffes. Drive to Entebbe with an Equator stopover for lunch, arriving in time for your late night outbound flight.
Day 1Arrive at Entebbe Airport (before 2PM). Travel to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
We hope you can arrive before 14:00. Upon arrival, you will perform clearance at the immigration. Proceed to collect your luggage and then move outside to the area where guides await their guests. The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will receive you and we shall embark on a transfer that will see us overnight in Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary – a successful conservation effort that was set to save the near-extinct rhino population in Uganda.
Today, visitors to Uganda have a chance to encounter rhinos thanks to this effort. *Optional (extra cost): In case you arrive early or your pick up is from a hotel, it is possible to reach and proceed for a guided nature walk. Otherwise, we shall check in and get some rest, dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: (Ziwa Guesthouse-Budget Level) | Meals: Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 4-5 hours.
Day 2Rhino tracking and followed by the transfer to Murchison Falls NP.
Our day will start with breakfast until about 7:30am. From breakfast, we shall move to the Rangers’ Point where we will receive the briefing plus the ranger-guide. Then in the company of the assigned armed ranger-guide(s), we will proceed for this up-close experience with this member of the African big 5 family. Besides wildlife sighting, you simply get to breathe in the pristine fresh air and soak in wonderful scenery. Just being close to nature. After the rhino tracking, we will drive off to Masindi where you will have a lunch stop.
After lunch, embark on the transfer to Murchison Falls NP. The highlights of this park include the roaring rapids of the Murchison Falls, the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest National Park where you will have the chance of viewing lions, giraffes, hartebeest, buffalos, and elephants etc. *Detour to visit the top of the falls and thereafter, we head to the facility. *Info: A shallow game drive en route the accommodation is possible.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 3-4 hours.
Day 3:Exploring Murchison NP - Morning and Afternoon game drives.
Today you will have a full packed game viewing opportunity in the park. Murchison Falls NP is a home to different wildlife species such as; Buffalos, Jackson hartebeests, elephants, Lions, Giraffes, leopards, Hyenas, among others. They are widely spread all over the Savannah grasslands, grazing or hunting for prey. These make the park’s landscape so amazing for game viewing/game driving. *To avoid the long drive back to the lodge, we can proceed to Red Chilli and enjoy hot lunch there.
After the lunch, we can move back for the second leg of our game viewing. After a satisfying day’s encounter, we shall head back to the lodge to freshen up – awaiting dinner and the overnight stay. #Optional (extra cost 35$ pp): If interested, you may consider the 11am boat trip upstream towards the falls. Common sightings along the banks are: Hippos, crocodiles and a few bird species.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 25-30 minutes to/from the gate.
Day 4:One more game drive and transfer to the edge of Kibale Forest NP.
The Bigodi excursion is a 2-3 hours guided tour of a remarkable conservation area, situated right at edge of the well-known Kibale National Park. The walk here offers an intimate, immersive community-led experience spotting primates such as Red-tailed Monkeys, Black-and-white Colobus, and L’Hoest’s monkey, along with birds like the Great-blue Turaco and Papyrus Gonolek to mention but a few. The day begins with a nice breakfast until about 7:30am and then we move out to start this unique experience where you find yourself simply immersed in nature and enjoying every moment.
From the Bigodi, we shall return to the facility to clean up, enjoy early lunch and then, embark on a transfer (2hrs) to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will reach with some time available for a game drive in search of wildlife like; lions, the elusive leopard, herd of elephants, buffaloes to mention but a few. *Optional (Additional $285 per person): If interested, then consider chimpanzee tracking instead of the Bigodi excursion. Please, note that permit for chimp tracking needs to be purchased prior to the actual date and always sold on first come first serve basis with limited slots per day.
Accommodation: (Irungu Forest Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 2-3 hrs.
Day 6Sunrise game drive – Kasenyi plains. Head to Ishasha sector and connect to Bwindi.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains – a vast savannah space in the Queen Elizabeth National Park known for high wildlife densities including lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, and Uganda kobs. The area offers exceptional game drives, birding, and scenic photography, with opportunities to see leopards too.
After a satisfactory sighting, we shall head to Ishasha sector (Southern Queen) in search of tree-climbing lions. The chance of spotting these lions is about 60-70% though sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey). Should you get to spot them, the sight is picturesque and memorable. From Ishasha, we shall embark on the final leg of our journey taking us to the accommodation situated right at the edge of Bwindi National Park. We will check in and take rest – waiting for tomorrow’s gorilla experience.
Accommodation: (Buhoma Community Rest Camp-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 7 hours.
Day 7Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Return, stay at leisure - recovering.
Have breakfast, pick up the lunch box and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from the Park Authority) on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, including assigning participants to a group. The actual trek into the forest begins at 8am in the company of your ranger-guide(s) and other participants assigned. The high altitude here combined with steep, rugged (sometimes muddy) terrain makes gorilla trekking physically demanding but rewarding.
One moment you’re descending, and the next, you are ascending to a higher elevation. The time taken (3-8 hours) vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. At the end of the trek, you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can keep as a reminder of this lifetime experience. Return to the accommodation, and rest after a strenuous trek. #Optional (extra cost): In case you finished early and the body is willing to go out again; you can discuss with your guide and see what possibilities are there then make a choice.
Accommodation: (Buhoma Community Rest Camp-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: N/A.
Day 8Relaxed breakfast. Transfer to Kigali – Rwanda to catch flight out.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and then check out. We shall transfer to Gatuna Border Post. From Gatuna, you will be received by our Rwanda-based Tour Driver-guide who will take over from his Uganda-based counterpart. You will be transferred to Kigali where you can be dropped off at the airport or at the hotel of your booking. #Optional: In case you have time and interested, you can consider an excursion of Kigali City before being dropped off (at the airport or hotel). Thank you for choosing and travelling with us (Home to Africa).
Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast | Transfer Time: Approx. 5 hours.
Day 1Arrive at Entebbe Airport (before 2PM). Travel to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
We hope you can arrive before 14:00. Upon arrival, you will perform clearance at the immigration. Proceed to collect your luggage and then move outside to the area where guides await their guests. The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will receive you and we shall embark on a transfer that will see us overnight in Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary – a successful conservation effort that was set to save the near-extinct rhino population in Uganda.
Today, visitors to Uganda have a chance to encounter rhinos thanks to this effort. *Optional (extra cost): In case you arrive early or your pick up is from a hotel, it is possible to reach and proceed for a guided nature walk. Otherwise, we shall check in and get some rest, dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: (Ziwa Guesthouse-Budget Level) | Meals: Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 4-5 hours.
Day 2Rhino tracking and followed by the transfer to Murchison Falls NP.
Our day will start with breakfast until about 7:30am. From breakfast, we shall move to the Rangers’ Point where we will receive the briefing plus the ranger-guide. Then in the company of the assigned armed ranger-guide(s), we will proceed for this up-close experience with this member of the African big 5 family. Besides wildlife sighting, you simply get to breathe in the pristine fresh air and soak in wonderful scenery. Just being close to nature. After the rhino tracking, we will drive off to Masindi where you will have a lunch stop.
After lunch, embark on the transfer to Murchison Falls NP. The highlights of this park include the roaring rapids of the Murchison Falls, the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest National Park where you will have the chance of viewing lions, giraffes, hartebeest, buffalos, and elephants etc. *Detour to visit the top of the falls and thereafter, we head to the facility. *Info: A shallow game drive en route the accommodation is possible.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 3-4 hours.
Day 3:Exploring Murchison NP - Morning and Afternoon game drives.
Today you will have a full packed game viewing opportunity in the park. Murchison Falls NP is a home to different wildlife species such as; Buffalos, Jackson hartebeests, elephants, Lions, Giraffes, leopards, Hyenas, among others. They are widely spread all over the Savannah grasslands, grazing or hunting for prey. These make the park’s landscape so amazing for game viewing/game driving. *To avoid the long drive back to the lodge, we can proceed to Red Chilli and enjoy hot lunch there.
After the lunch, we can move back for the second leg of our game viewing. After a satisfying day’s encounter, we shall head back to the lodge to freshen up – awaiting dinner and the overnight stay. #Optional (extra cost 35$ pp): If interested, you may consider the 11am boat trip upstream towards the falls. Common sightings along the banks are: Hippos, crocodiles and a few bird species.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 25-30 minutes to/from the gate..
Day 4:One more game drive and transfer to the edge of Kibale Forest NP.
Enjoy breakfast, check out of the facility and head to explore Murchison in yet another game drive. Be on the look for Murchison’s inhabitants such as; Buffalos, Jackson hartebeests, elephants, Lions, Giraffes, leopards, Hyenas, among others. After a satisfying sighting, we shall embark on a transfer that will see us overnight at edge of Kibale Forest National Park. The drive is quite long but incredibly scenic – passing through villages, lush green countryside and hills dotted with tea plantations that characterize this part of Uganda.
The beautiful scenery will amaze you all the way. Upon arrival at the accommodation, check in and just relax. #Optional: As a way of stretching legs, you may consider a stop in Hoima and possibly, get into the market to catch a glimpse of life there. You may buy some fresh fruits and enjoy along in the next leg of the journey.
Accommodation: (Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 7 hours.
Day 5Bigodi wetlands excursion, followed by transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP.
The Bigodi excursion is a 2-3 hours guided tour of a remarkable conservation area, situated right at edge of the well-known Kibale National Park. The walk here offers an intimate, immersive community-led experience spotting primates such as Red-tailed Monkeys, Black-and-white Colobus, and L’Hoest’s monkey, along with birds like the Great-blue Turaco and Papyrus Gonolek to mention but a few. The day begins with a nice breakfast until about 7:30am and then we move out to start this unique experience where you find yourself simply immersed in nature and enjoying every moment.
From the Bigodi, we shall return to the facility to clean up, enjoy early lunch and then, embark on a transfer (2hrs) to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will reach with some time available for a game drive in search of wildlife like; lions, the elusive leopard, herd of elephants, buffaloes to mention but a few. *Optional (Additional $285 per person): If interested, then consider chimpanzee tracking instead of the Bigodi excursion. Please, note that permit for chimp tracking needs to be purchased prior to the actual date and always sold on first come first serve basis with limited slots per day.
Accommodation: (Enshama Game Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 2 hours.
Day 6Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains – a vast savannah space in the Queen Elizabeth National Park known for high wildlife densities including lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, and Uganda kobs. The area offers exceptional game drives, birding, and scenic photography, with opportunities to see leopards too.
After a satisfactory sighting, return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the cruise, you get to enjoy an up-close view of large Hippo pods, Nile crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and numerous bird species, including the African Skimmer. From the boat ride, we shall return to the facility to freshen up and stay at leisure, enjoying the facility’s service.
Accommodation: (Enshama Game Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: n/a
Day 7:One more game drive - along the Kasenyi plains. Continue to Ishasha.
Today we shall grab a quick breakfast pack and then, proceed for another morning game drive – along the Kasenyi plains. Be on the look for Cape buffalos, herds of elephants plus lions, leopards (though hard to spot) among others. From Kasenyi, continue to the Ishasha sector – famously known for its tree-climbing lion population. The chance of spotting these lions stands at about 60-70% but sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey).
Should you get the chance to spot the lions up in the tree, the sight is picturesque and unforgettable. Beyond lions, you can easily spot some elephants, buffaloes, topis, and Uganda kobs. From Ishasha, you will continue to the accommodation at the edge of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. With a strenuous day ahead, you will do less on arrival but just check in your accommodation, relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience tomorrow.
Accommodation: (Gorilla Mist Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 6-7 hours..
Day 8Gorilla trekking in Bwindi NP. Transfer close to Lake Mburo NP.
Have breakfast, pick up the lunch box and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from the Park Authority) on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, including assigning participants to a group. The actual trek into the forest begins at 8am in the company of your ranger-guide(s) and other participants assigned. The high altitude here combined with steep, rugged (sometimes muddy) terrain makes gorilla trekking physically demanding but rewarding. One moment you’re descending, and the next, you are ascending to a higher elevation.
The time taken (3-8 hours) vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. At the end of the trek, you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can keep as a reminder of this lifetime experience. Return from the forest, board the car and embark on transfer that will see you have an overnight stay close to Lake Mburo.
Accommodation: (Hyena Hill Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 5 hrs.
Day 9Morning walking safari in the park. Return to Entebbe to catch flight.
As usual, we start the day with a quick breakfast and immediately, move to the Visitors’ Center where will receive the ranger-guide(s) to lead the excursion. The Walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park offers a fulfilling, intimate and immersive way to explore Uganda’s wildlife area on foot, producing moments that you seldom get while moving in a safari car. Accompanied by an armed ranger, walks often start at 7:00am, bringing you up-close to zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes in a 2 to 3-hour unforgettable experience in the wild.
This is a unique opportunity to notice smaller details often missed in a vehicle, such as bird species, butterflies, insects, and animal tracks etc. After this up-close experience, return to the accommodation for checkout and then hit the road to Entebbe airport to catch flight (1900hrs or later). Expect a stop at the Equator crossing mark (in Kayabwe) where you will have hot lunch and also (if interested) buy some souvenirs.
Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Transfer Time: Approx. 4 hours.
Day 1:Start from Kigali (before 2pm). Drive to Cyanika Border and cross into Uganda
The pick-up will be from either; the Hotel in Kigali or from the Kigali Airport upon arrival (before 2pm). The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will pick/receive you and we shall embark on a transfer to Cyanika Border Post. From Cyanika, you will be received by our Uganda-based Professional Tour Driver-guide who will take over from his Rwanda-based counterpart. You will cross border into Uganda and overnight at a property close to Mgahinga NP where you will undertake golden monkey trekking tomorrow.
Accommodation: (Ikaze Cottages-Budget Level) | Meals: Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 5 hours..
Day 2Golden monkey trekking Mgahinga NP. Transfer to Bwindi (Ruhija).
When it comes to primates, Uganda is truly rich and one species that you don’t want to miss is the golden monkeys. Compared with other monkey species, the golden monkeys are gorgeous in appearance. These attractive primates are in the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park which is part of the Virunga Mountains where they are endemic. This morning, we will embark on a drive of about 45 minutes to an hour to the Mgahinga NP ranger’s post.
Once there, we shall receive some briefing and then a ranger-guide will lead you on this adventure into the Mgahinga Forest to encounter golden monkeys. Once located, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The time with these primates is just so amazing that you won’t realize how time has gone. On return, you will board the car and embark on a transfer to accommodation at the edge of the Bwindi NP where we will have gorilla trekking tomorrow.
Accommodation: (Gorilla Mist Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 3-4 hours.
Day 3Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Return, stay at leisure - recovering.
Have breakfast, pick up the lunch box and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from the Park Authority) on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, including assigning participants to a group. The actual trek into the forest begins at 8am in the company of your ranger-guide(s) and other participants assigned. The high altitude here combined with steep, rugged (sometimes muddy) terrain makes gorilla trekking physically demanding but rewarding. One moment you’re descending, and the next, you are ascending to a higher elevation.
The time taken (3-8 hours) vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. At the end of the trek, you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can keep as a reminder of this lifetime experience. Return to the accommodation, and rest after a strenuous trek. #Optional (extra cost): In case you finished early and the body is willing to go out again; you can discuss with your guide and see what possibilities are there then make a choice.
Accommodation: (Gorilla Mist Camp-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: n/a.
Day 4:Game viewing Ishasha for tree-climbing lions. Connect north Queen.
Be up early, have breakfast and embark on a transfer to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth NP – famously known for its tree-climbing lion population. Once there, undertake a game drive in search of this rare species of lions. The chance of spotting these lions stands at about 60-70% but sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey).
Should you get the chance to spot the lions up in the tree, the sight is picturesque and unforgettable. From Ishasha (south), exit and head to the booked accommodation in the north sector. Check in and take rest. *Optional: If interested, you may consider a late afternoon-to-evening game drive/safari in the Kasenyi plains.
Accommodation: (Irungu Forest Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 6-7 hours.
Day 5Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains – a vast savannah space in the Queen Elizabeth National Park known for high wildlife densities including lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, and Uganda kobs. The area offers exceptional game drives, birding, and scenic photography, with opportunities to see leopards too.
After a satisfactory sighting, return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the cruise, you get to enjoy an up-close view of large Hippo pods, Nile crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and numerous bird species, including the African Skimmer. From the boat ride, we shall return to the facility to freshen up and stay at leisure, enjoying the facility’s service.
Accommodation: (Irungu Forest Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: n/a
Day 6Another game drive. Head to Kibale and do the Bigodi wetland excursion.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for one last morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains and after a satisfying encounter, we shall embark (right away) for a transfer that will see us check in at an accommodation at the edge of the Kibale Forest NP. We hope to have lunch at this property and also rest a bit before going out in the Bigodi. The Bigodi excursion is a 2-3 hours guided tour of a remarkable conservation area, situated right at edge of the well-known Kibale National Park.
The walk here offers an intimate, immersive community-led experience spotting primates such as Red-tailed Monkeys, Black-and-white Colobus, and L’Hoest’s monkey, along with birds like the Great-blue Turaco and Papyrus Gonolek to mention but a few. *Optional (Additional $285 per person): If interested, then consider chimpanzee tracking instead of the Bigodi excursion. Please, note that permit for chimp tracking needs to be purchased prior to the actual date and always sold on first come first serve basis with limited slots per day. After the beautiful time in the Bigodi (or Kibale Forest), we shall return to the lodge where we will enjoy dinner and then overnight.
Accommodation: (Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 2 hours.
Day 7Transfer – Kibale Forest (via Hoima) to Murchison Falls National Park.
Have breakfast, check out and embark on the journey to Murchison Falls National Park. The highlights of this park include the roaring rapids of the Murchison, the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest National Park where you will have the chance of viewing lions, leopard, giraffes, hartebeest, buffalo, and elephants among others. For birders, Murchison Falls boasts about 450 bird species including the grey parrot, dwarf king fisher and the Goliath heron among others.
Expect lunch en route. The drive is quite long but incredibly scenic. The beautiful scenery will amaze you all the way (with very little/no room to be bored). *Detour to visit the top of the falls and thereafter, we head to the facility. *Info: A shallow game drive en route the accommodation is possible.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 7 hours.
Day 8Exploring Murchison NP - Morning and Afternoon game drives.
Today you will have a full packed game viewing opportunity in the park. Murchison Falls NP is a home to different wildlife species such as; Buffalos, Jackson hartebeests, elephants, Lions, Giraffes, leopards, Hyenas, among others. They are widely spread all over the Savannah grasslands, grazing or hunting for prey. These make the park’s landscape so amazing for game viewing/game driving. *To avoid the long drive back to the lodge, we can proceed to Red Chilli and enjoy hot lunch there.
After the lunch, we can move back for the second leg of our game viewing. After a satisfying day’s encounter, we shall head back to the lodge to freshen up – awaiting dinner and the overnight stay. #Optional (extra cost 35$ pp): If interested, you may consider the 11am boat trip upstream towards the falls. Common sightings along the banks are: Hippos, crocodiles and a few bird species.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 25-30 minutes to/from the gatea.
Day 9Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Rhino tracking and continue to Entebbe.
You will have your breakfast and then drive off to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary – a successful conservation effort that was set to save the near-extinct rhino population in Uganda. Today, visitors to Uganda have a chance to encounter rhinos thanks to this effort. Once in Zziwa, we will proceed for an hour of on-foot rhino tracking. From the rhino tracking, we will drive off to Entebbe for a drop off at the airport (for flight from 19:00 or later) or hotel of your booking. Thank you for choosing and travelling with us (Home to Africa).
Accommodation: Recommended on Request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Transfer Time: Approx. 7 hours. .
Day 1Arrival in Entebbe – Uganda and acclimatize, staying at the hotel.
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a Home to Africa assigned English-speaking Professional Tour Driver-guide will receive and welcome you to Uganda – the Pearl of Africa. Thereafter, you will transfer to the booked accommodation. You will check in and take your rest – recovering from jet lag, adjusting to time difference. #Optional (Additional costs): Just in case you reached early and interested in some activity, you may consider; a). excursion to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens to sight a few primates and birds, b). excursion to Mabamba wetland in search of the prehistoric shoebill stork. Otherwise, check in and just take your rest.
Accommodation: (Jett Villas Entebbe-Budget Level) | Meals: Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 20 minutes
Day 2Travel to Zziwa for an hour of rhino tracking. Proceed to Murchison NP.
There will be breakfast and then we embark on a transfer to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary – a successful conservation effort that was set to save the near-extinct rhino population in Uganda. Today, visitors to Uganda have a chance to encounter rhinos thanks to this effort. Once in Zziwa, we will proceed for an hour of on-foot rhino tracking. After the rhino tracking, we can enjoy a hot lunch while still in Zziwa and thereafter, hit the road to Murchison Falls NP.
The highlights of this park include the roaring rapids of the Murchison, the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest National Park where you will have the chance of viewing lions, giraffes, hartebeest, buffalo, and elephants among others. *Detour to visit the top of the falls and thereafter, we head to the accommodation. *Info: A shallow game drive en route the accommodation is possible.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 7 hours.
Day 3Exploring Murchison NP - Morning and Afternoon game drives.
Today you will have a full packed game viewing opportunity in the park. Murchison Falls NP is a home to different wildlife species such as; Buffalos, Jackson hartebeests, elephants, Lions, Giraffes, leopards, Hyenas, among others. They are widely spread all over the Savannah grasslands, grazing or hunting for prey. These make the park’s landscape so amazing for game viewing/game driving. *To avoid the long drive back to the lodge, we can proceed to Red Chilli and enjoy hot lunch there.
After the lunch, we can move back for the second leg of our game viewing. After a satisfying day’s encounter, we shall head back to the lodge to freshen up – awaiting dinner and the overnight stay. #Optional (extra cost 35$ pp): If interested, you may consider the 11am boat trip upstream towards the falls. Common sightings along the banks are: Hippos, crocodiles and a few bird species.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 25-30 minutes to/from the gate.
Day 4One more game drive and transfer to the edge of Kibale Forest NP.
Enjoy breakfast, check out of the facility and head to explore Murchison in yet another game drive. Be on the look for Murchison’s inhabitants such as; Buffalos, Jackson hartebeests, elephants, Lions, Giraffes, leopards, Hyenas, among others. After a satisfying sighting, we shall embark on a transfer that will see us overnight at edge of Kibale Forest National Park. The drive is quite long but incredibly scenic – passing through villages, lush green countryside and hills dotted with tea plantations that characterize this part of Uganda. The beautiful scenery will amaze you all the way. Upon arrival at the accommodation, check in and just relax. #Optional: As a way of stretching legs, you may consider a stop in Hoima and possibly, get into the market to catch a glimpse of life there. You may buy some fresh fruits and enjoy along in the next leg of the journey.
Accommodation: (Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 7 hours.
Day 5Bigodi wetlands excursion, followed by transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP.
The Bigodi excursion is a 2-3 hours guided tour of a remarkable conservation area, situated right at edge of the well-known Kibale National Park. The walk here offers an intimate, immersive community-led experience spotting primates such as Red-tailed Monkeys, Black-and-white Colobus, and L’Hoest’s monkey, along with birds like the Great-blue Turaco and Papyrus Gonolek to mention but a few. The day begins with a nice breakfast until about 7:30am and then we move out to start this unique experience where you find yourself simply immersed in nature and enjoying every moment.
From the Bigodi, we shall return to the facility to clean up, enjoy early lunch and then, embark on a transfer (2hrs) to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will reach with some time available for a game drive in search of wildlife like; lions, the elusive leopard, herd of elephants, buffaloes to mention but a few. *Optional (Additional $285 per person): If interested, then consider chimpanzee tracking instead of the Bigodi excursion. Please, note that permit for chimp tracking needs to be purchased prior to the actual date and always sold on first come first serve basis with limited slots per day.
Accommodation: (Enshama Game Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 2 hours.
Day 6:Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains – a vast savannah space in the Queen Elizabeth National Park known for high wildlife densities including lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, and Uganda kobs. The area offers exceptional game drives, birding, and scenic photography, with opportunities to see leopards too.
After a satisfactory sighting, return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the cruise, you get to enjoy an up-close view of large Hippo pods, Nile crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and numerous bird species, including the African Skimmer. From the boat ride, we shall return to the facility to freshen up and stay at leisure, enjoying the facility’s service.
Accommodation: (Enshama Game Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: n/a
Day 7One more game drive - along the Kasenyi plains. Continue to Ishasha.
Today we shall grab a quick breakfast pack and then, proceed for another morning game drive – along the Kasenyi plains. Be on the look for Cape buffalos, herds of elephants plus lions, leopards (though hard to spot) among others. From Kasenyi, continue to the Ishasha sector – famously known for its tree-climbing lion population. The chance of spotting these lions stands at about 60-70% but sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey).
Should you get the chance to spot the lions up in the tree, the sight is picturesque and unforgettable. Beyond lions, you can easily spot some elephants, buffaloes, topis, and Uganda kobs. From Ishasha, you will continue to the accommodation at the edge of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. With a strenuous day ahead, you will do less on arrival but just check in your accommodation, relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience tomorrow.
Accommodation: (Buhoma Community Rest Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 5-6 hours.
Day 8Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Return, stay at leisure - recovering.
Have breakfast, pick up the lunch box and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from the Park Authority) on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, including assigning participants to a group. The actual trek into the forest begins at 8am in the company of your ranger-guide(s) and other participants assigned. The high altitude here combined with steep, rugged (sometimes muddy) terrain makes gorilla trekking physically demanding but rewarding.
One moment you’re descending, and the next, you are ascending to a higher elevation. The time taken (3-8 hours) vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. At the end of the trek, you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can keep as a reminder of this lifetime experience. Return to the accommodation, and rest after a strenuous trek. #Optional (extra cost): In case you finished early and the body is willing to go out again; you can discuss with your guide and see what possibilities are there then make a choice.
Accommodation: (Buhoma Community Rest Camp-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: N/a
Day 9:Transfer to Lake Mburo NP and enjoy afternoon (evening) game drive.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and then, set off to Lake Mburo NP. Mburo is a compact gem, located conveniently close to the highway that connects Entebbe/Kampala to the parks of western Uganda. It is the smallest of Uganda’s savannah National Parks but home to so many bird species as well as animals such as: Giraffes, Zebra, impala, eland, buffalo, and the elusive leopard among others.
We shall arrive and check in for some rest before heading out for a late afternoon-to-evening game drive that will bring us up close with the Mburo inhabitants. Finally, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. #Optional (Additional $30 per person): If interested, you may consider the night game drive to encounter nocturnal creatures which will be a rare sighting compared to the regular daytime sightings.
Accommodation: (Eagles’ Nest Mburo-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 5 hrs..
Day 10Morning walking safari in the park. Return to Entebbe to catch flight.
As usual, we start the day with a quick breakfast and immediately, move to the Visitors’ Center where will receive the ranger-guide(s) to lead the excursion. The Walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park offers a fulfilling, intimate and immersive way to explore Uganda’s wildlife area on foot, producing moments that you seldom get while moving in a safari car. Accompanied by an armed ranger, walks often start at 7:00am, bringing you up-close to zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes in a 2 to 3-hour unforgettable experience in the wild.
This is a unique opportunity to notice smaller details often missed in a vehicle, such as bird species, butterflies, insects, and animal tracks etc. After this up-close experience, return to the accommodation for checkout and then hit the road to Entebbe airport to catch flight (1900hrs or later). Expect a stop at the Equator crossing mark (in Kayabwe) where you will have hot lunch and also (if interested) buy some souvenirs.
Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Transfer Time: Approx. 4 hours.
Day1 Start from Kigali (before 2pm). Drive to Cyanika Border and cross into Uganda.
The pick-up will be from either; the Hotel in Kigali or from the Kigali Airport upon arrival (before 2pm). The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will pick/receive you and we shall embark on a transfer to Cyanika Border Post.
From Cyanika, you will be received by our Uganda-based Professional Tour Driver-guide who will take over from his Rwanda-based counterpart. You will cross border into Uganda and overnight at a property close to Mgahinga NP where you will undertake golden monkey trekking tomorrow.
Accommodation: (Ikaze Cottages-Budget Level) | Meals: Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 5 hours.
Day 2Golden monkey trekking Mgahinga NP. Transfer to Bwindi (Ruhija).
When it comes to primates, Uganda is truly rich and one species that you don’t want to miss is the golden monkeys. Compared with other monkey species, the golden monkeys are gorgeous in appearance. These attractive primates are in the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park which is part of the Virunga Mountains where they are endemic.
This morning, we will embark on a drive of about 45 minutes to an hour to the Mgahinga NP ranger’s post. Once there, we shall receive some briefing and then a ranger-guide will lead you on this adventure into the Mgahinga Forest to encounter golden monkeys. Once located, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The time with these primates is just so amazing that you won’t realize how time has gone. On return, you will board the car and embark on a transfer to accommodation at the edge of the Bwindi NP where we will have gorilla trekking tomorrow.
Accommodation: (Gorilla Mist Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 3-4 hours..
Day 3 Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Return, stay at leisure - recovering.
Have breakfast, pick up the lunch box and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from the Park Authority) on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking, including assigning participants to a group. The actual trek into the forest begins at 8am in the company of your ranger-guide(s) and other participants assigned. The high altitude here combined with steep, rugged (sometimes muddy) terrain makes gorilla trekking physically demanding but rewarding.
One moment you’re descending, and the next, you are ascending to a higher elevation. The time taken (3-8 hours) vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence.
The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. At the end of the trek, you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can keep as a reminder of this lifetime experience. Return to the accommodation, and rest after a strenuous trek. #Optional (extra cost): In case you finished early and the body is willing to go out again; you can discuss with your guide and see what possibilities are there then make a choice.
Accommodation: (Gorilla Mist Camp-Budget level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: n/a.
Day4 Transfer to Ishasha. Explore the area in search of tree-climbing lions.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and then, drive off to Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth NP – famously known for its tree-climbing lion population. Once there, undertake a game drive in search of this rare species of lions.
The chance of spotting these lions stands at about 60-70% but sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey). Should you get the chance to spot the lions up in the tree, the sight is picturesque and unforgettable. Beyond lions, you can easily spot large herds of elephants, buffaloes, topis, and Uganda kobs. Keep an eye out for leopards, spotted hyenas too and a number of bird species. After an extensive and satisfying excursion, we shall proceed to the accommodation to check in and then, have the evening at leisure – absorbing the Ishasha’s atmosphere.
Accommodation: (Enjojo Lodge [Safari Tent]-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 4-5 hours.
Day5 More Ishasha. Transfer North and check in. Afternoon-evening game drive.
This day is flexible. If there was no good sighting yesterday, we can return to the field again in search of the tree-climbing lions (i.e. give it another try) before heading North. But with a good (satisfactory) sighting, we will have breakfast, check out of the lodge and be on our way to the accommodation situated in Northern Queen. Upon arrival on the other side, we will check in and wait for lunch.
At about 3pm, we can move out for a game drive in the Kasenyi plains – vast savannah safari destination known for high wildlife densities including lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, and Uganda kobs. The area offers exceptional game drives, birding, and scenic photography, with opportunities to see leopards too. Alternatively, you could choose to go for the Queen’s breathtaking explosion crater drive (instead). For scenery lovers, this is a must-do. The drive stretches about 27kms with some of the most picturesque features including the attractive Lake Kitagata, the impressive Kyemengo crater, sweeping views of the Rift Valley escarpment and the Kazinga channel.
Accommodation: (Enshama Game Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 3 hours.
Day6 Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains – a vast savannah space in the Queen Elizabeth National Park known for high wildlife densities including lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, and Uganda kobs. The area offers exceptional game drives, birding, and scenic photography, with opportunities to see leopards too. After a satisfactory sighting, return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the cruise, you get to enjoy an up-close view of large Hippo pods, Nile crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and numerous bird species, including the African Skimmer. From the boat ride, we shall return to the facility to freshen up and stay at leisure, enjoying the facility’s service.
Accommodation: (Enshama Game Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: n/a
Day 7Another game drive. Head to Kibale and do the Bigodi wetland excursion.
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for one last morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains and after a satisfying encounter, we shall embark (right away) for a transfer that will see us check in at an accommodation at the edge of the Kibale Forest NP. We hope to have lunch at this property and also rest a bit before going out in the Bigodi. The Bigodi excursion is a 2-3 hours guided tour of a remarkable conservation area, situated right at edge of the well-known Kibale National Park. The walk here offers an intimate, immersive community-led experience spotting primates such as Red-tailed Monkeys, Black-and-white Colobus, and L’Hoest’s monkey, along with birds like the Great-blue Turaco and Papyrus Gonolek to mention but a few. *Optional (Additional $285 per person): If interested, then consider chimpanzee tracking instead of the Bigodi excursion. Please, note that permit for chimp tracking needs to be purchased prior to the actual date and always sold on first come first serve basis with limited slots per day. After the beautiful time in the Bigodi (or Kibale Forest), we shall return to the lodge where we will enjoy dinner and then overnight.
Accommodation: (Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 2 hours..
Day 8Transfer – Kibale Forest (via Hoima) to Murchison Falls National Park
Have breakfast, check out and embark on the journey to Murchison Falls National Park. The highlights of this park include the roaring rapids of the Murchison, the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest National Park where you will have the chance of viewing lions, leopard, giraffes, hartebeest, buffalo, and elephants among others. For birders, Murchison Falls boasts about 450 bird species including the grey parrot, dwarf king fisher and the Goliath heron among others. Expect lunch en route. The drive is quite long but incredibly scenic. The beautiful scenery will amaze you all the way (with very little/no room to be bored). *Detour to visit the top of the falls and thereafter, we head to the facility. *Info: A shallow game drive en route the accommodation is possible.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 7 hours.
Day 9Exploring Murchison NP - Morning and Afternoon game drives.
Today you will have a full packed game viewing opportunity in the park. Murchison Falls NP is a home to different wildlife species such as; Buffalos, Jackson hartebeests, elephants, Lions, Giraffes, leopards, Hyenas, among others. They are widely spread all over the Savannah grasslands, grazing or hunting for prey. These make the park’s landscape so amazing for game viewing/game driving. *To avoid the long drive back to the lodge, we can proceed to Red Chilli and enjoy hot lunch there. After the lunch, we can move back for the second leg of our game viewing. After a satisfying day’s encounter, we shall head back to the lodge to freshen up – awaiting dinner and the overnight stay. #Optional (extra cost 35$ pp): If interested, you may consider the 11am boat trip upstream towards the falls. Common sightings along the banks are: Hippos, crocodiles and a few bird species.
Accommodation: (Ikorom Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 25-30 minutes to/from the gate.
Day 10 Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Rhino tracking and continue to Entebbe.
You will have your breakfast and then drive off to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary – a successful conservation effort that was set to save the near-extinct rhino population in Uganda. Today, visitors to Uganda have a chance to encounter rhinos thanks to this effort. Once in Zziwa, we will proceed for an hour of on-foot rhino tracking. From the rhino tracking, we will drive off to Entebbe for a drop off at the airport (for flight from 18:00 or later) or hotel of your booking. Thank you for choosing and travelling with us.
Accommodation: Recommended on Request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Transfer Time: Approx. 7 hours. .
Day 1: Entebbe Arrival & Transfer to Hotel
Welcome to Entebbe! Met by guide, private transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Entebbe to Ziwa Rhinos & Murchison Falls NP
Track white rhinos on foot at Ziwa. Continue to Murchison Falls NP and top of falls.
Day 3: Murchison Morning Game Drive & Nile Boat Launch
Sunrise game drive searching for Big 4 followed by Nile boat cruise to falls.
Day 4: Murchison Falls Drive to Kibale Forest NP
Scenic drive along Albertine Rift to Kibale Forest.
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Walk
Track chimps in Kibale Forest. Afternoon Bigodi eco-walk.
Day 6: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth NP Crater Lakes Drive
Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP via scenic Ndali-Kasenda crater lakes.
Day 7: Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Safari
Kaseny plains game drive and Kazinga Channel boat safari.
Day 8: Ishasha Tree Lions to Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, continue to Bwindi.
Day 9: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Trek Bwindi rainforest for 1 hour with mountain gorillas.
Day 10: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi Island Exploration
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, canoeing and relaxation among 29 islands.
Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo NP Walking Safari
Drive to Lake Mburo NP for evening bush walk.
Day 12: Lake Mburo Game Drive, Equator Stop & Entebbe Flight
Morning game drive, Equator stop, transfer to Entebbe Airport.
Day 1: Welcome to Kigali, Rwanda
Met at Kigali Airport, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Kigali City Tour & Drive to Akagera NP
Kigali Genocide Memorial visit, drive to Akagera NP.
Day 3: Akagera Game Drive & Lake Ihema Boat Cruise
Big 5 game drive in Akagera savannah. Lake Ihema boat cruise.
Day 4: Akagera NP to Volcanoes NP
Drive across Rwanda mountains to Volcanoes NP.
Day 5: Golden Monkey Tracking & Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village
Trek golden monkeys in Volcanoes NP. Afternoon cultural performance.
Day 6: Cross-Border Transfer to Bwindi Forest, Uganda
Cross into Uganda to Bwindi Impenetrable NP.
Day 7: Bwindi Mountain Gorilla Trekking
Spend 1 hour with gorillas in Bwindi rainforest.
Day 8: Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth NP via Ishasha
Tree-climbing lions search in Ishasha, continue to Queen Elizabeth NP.
Day 9: Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise
Morning savannah game drive and Kazinga Channel boat safari.
Day 10: Queen Elizabeth NP to Kibale Forest NP
Drive north to Kibale Forest NP.
Day 11: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Track wild chimpanzees in Kibale Forest.
Day 12: Drive from Kibale to Entebbe Airport for Departure
Scenic drive back to Entebbe for outbound flight.
Day 1: Entebbe Arrival & Welcome
Met at Entebbe Airport, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Entebbe to Kidepo Valley NP
Drive or flight to remote Kidepo Valley NP in northeast Uganda.
Day 3: Full Day Kidepo Narus Valley Game Drives
Explore Narus Valley for lions, cheetahs, ostriches, and buffalo herds.
Day 4: Kidepo Cultural Visit with Karamojong Tribe
Visit traditional Karamojong Manyatta homesteads.
Day 5: Kidepo Valley to Murchison Falls NP
Drive southwest to Murchison Falls NP.
Day 6: Murchison Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise
Northern bank game drive and boat trip to base of falls.
Day 7: Murchison Falls to Kibale Forest NP
Drive along rift valley to Kibale Forest.
Day 8: Kibale Chimpanzee Tracking
Morning chimp tracking in Kibale Forest.
Day 9: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth NP
Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP via crater lakes.
Day 10: Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise
Kasenyi game drive and Kazinga boat safari.
Day 11: Ishasha Tree Lions to Bwindi Forest
Search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, drive to Bwindi.
Day 12: Bwindi Mountain Gorilla Trekking
Spend 1 hour with mountain gorillas in Bwindi.
Day 13: Bwindi to Lake Mburo NP Night Safari
Drive to Lake Mburo NP for evening bush walk.
Day 14: Morning Bush Walk, Equator Stop & Entebbe Flight
Lake Mburo walk, Equator stop, transfer to Entebbe Airport.
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda
Met at Kigali Airport, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Kigali to Nyungwe Forest NP
Drive south through Rwanda to Nyungwe Forest.
Day 3: Nyungwe Chimpanzee Tracking & Canopy Walkway
Track chimps in Nyungwe and experience 70m high canopy walk.
Day 4: Nyungwe to Lake Kivu Waterfront
Drive along Lake Kivu shores to Gisenyi.
Day 5: Lake Kivu Boat Excursion to Volcanoes NP
Boat tour on Lake Kivu, transfer to Volcanoes NP.
Day 6: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes NP, Rwanda
Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes NP, 1 hour encounter.
Day 7: Cross-Border Drive to Bwindi Forest, Uganda
Cross into Uganda to Bwindi Impenetrable NP.
Day 8: Second Gorilla Trekking / Habituation in Bwindi
Second gorilla experience in Bwindi Forest.
Day 9: Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth NP via Ishasha
Ishasha tree-climbing lions search, drive to Queen Elizabeth NP.
Day 10: Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise
Kasenyi game drive and Kazinga Channel boat safari.
Day 11: Queen Elizabeth NP to Kibale Forest NP
Drive to Kibale Forest NP.
Day 12: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest.
Day 13: Kibale to Lake Mburo NP
Drive to Lake Mburo NP for sunset game drive.
Day 14: Lake Mburo Safari & Return to Entebbe Airport
Morning game drive, Equator stop, Entebbe Airport drop-off.
Day 1: Entebbe Arrival & Rest
Welcome to Entebbe, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Drive to Ziwa Sanctuary for rhino tracking on foot.
Day 3: Ziwa to Murchison Falls NP Top of Falls
Drive to Murchison Falls NP, visit top of falls.
Day 4: Murchison Game Drive & Nile River Boat Cruise
Savannah game drive and Nile boat launch trip.
Day 5: Murchison Falls to Fort Portal Tea Country
Scenic drive through Hoima to Fort Portal.
Day 6: Fort Portal to Kibale Forest NP
Explore crater lakes and transfer to Kibale Forest.
Day 7: Full Day Chimpanzee Habituation Experience
Spend full day with wild chimps in Kibale Forest.
Day 8: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth NP Katwe Salt Lakes
Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP, visit Katwe traditional salt mines.
Day 9: Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise
Kaseny game drive and Kazinga boat safari.
Day 10: Ishasha Tree Lions to Bwindi Forest
Search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, drive to Bwindi.
Day 11: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Trek Bwindi Forest for 1 hour with mountain gorillas.
Day 12: Bwindi Forest to Lake Bunyonyi
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
Day 13: Lake Bunyonyi Islands Canoe Tour
Canoe tour visiting Lake Bunyonyi's 29 islands.
Day 14: Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo NP
Drive to Lake Mburo NP for evening game walk.
Day 15: Morning Bush Walk, Equator Stop & Entebbe Airport Departure
Morning bush walk, Equator stopover, Entebbe flight.
Day 1: Welcome to Kigali, Rwanda
Arrival in Kigali, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Kigali City Tour & Genocide Memorial
Kigali Genocide Memorial visit and city tour.
Day 3: Transfer to Volcanoes NP
Drive to Volcanoes NP, cultural village tour.
Day 4: Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes NP
Trek golden monkeys in bamboo forest.
Day 5: Cross-Border Drive to Bwindi Forest, Uganda
Cross Cyanika border into Uganda to Bwindi NP.
Day 6: Bwindi Mountain Gorilla Trekking
1 hour face-to-face with gorillas in Bwindi.
Day 7: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for canoeing.
Day 8: Lake Bunyonyi to Queen Elizabeth NP via Ishasha
Ishasha tree-climbing lions search, drive to Queen Elizabeth NP.
Day 9: Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise
Savannah game drive and Kazinga boat safari.
Day 10: Queen Elizabeth NP to Kibale Forest NP
Drive to Kibale Forest NP.
Day 11: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Chimp tracking in Kibale Forest.
Day 12: Kibale to Murchison Falls NP
Drive north to Murchison Falls NP.
Day 13: Murchison Game Drive & Boat Safari
Game drive and Nile boat cruise.
Day 14: Murchison to Ziwa Rhinos & Kampala
Rhino tracking at Ziwa, drive to Kampala.
Day 15: Kampala City Tour & Entebbe Airport Departure
Kampala city tour, transfer to Entebbe Airport.
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda
Arrival at Kigali Airport, met by guide, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Kigali City Tour & Drive to Nyungwe Forest NP
Kigali city tour, drive south to Nyungwe Forest NP.
Day 3: Nyungwe Chimpanzee Tracking & Canopy Walkway
Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe and 70m high canopy walk.
Day 4: Nyungwe to Lake Kivu Scenic Drive
Drive along Lake Kivu shores to Rubavu/Gisenyi.
Day 5: Lake Kivu Boat Excursion to Volcanoes NP
Boat tour on Lake Kivu, transfer to Volcanoes NP.
Day 6: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes NP, Rwanda
Trek mountain gorillas in Volcanoes NP, 1 hour encounter.
Day 7: Golden Monkey Tracking & Transfer to Bwindi, Uganda
Golden monkey trek, cross Cyanika border into Uganda.
Day 8: Second Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Second gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable NP.
Day 9: Bwindi Forest to Lake Bunyonyi Relaxation
Drive to Lake Bunyonyi for canoeing and rest.
Day 10: Lake Bunyonyi to Queen Elizabeth NP via Ishasha
Tree-climbing lions search in Ishasha, Queen Elizabeth NP.
Day 11: Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise
Savannah game drive and Kazinga boat safari.
Day 12: Queen Elizabeth NP to Kibale Forest NP
Drive north to Kibale Forest NP.
Day 13: Kibale Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Walk
Track chimps in Kibale Forest, Bigodi eco-walk.
Day 14: Kibale to Murchison Falls NP
Drive along rift valley to Murchison Falls NP.
Day 15: Murchison Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise
Northern bank game drive and boat launch to falls.
Day 16: Top of Murchison Falls to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Top of falls visit, drive to Ziwa Sanctuary.
Day 17: Ziwa Rhino Tracking to Lake Mburo NP
Track rhinos on foot, drive to Lake Mburo NP.
Day 18: Morning Walking Safari, Equator Stop & Entebbe Flight
Bush walk in Lake Mburo, Equator stopover, Entebbe flight departure.
Day 1: Entebbe Arrival, Uganda
Met at Entebbe Airport, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Entebbe to Ziwa Rhinos & Murchison Falls NP
Rhino tracking on foot at Ziwa, drive to Murchison Falls NP.
Day 3: Murchison Game Drive & Nile River Cruise
Savannah game drive and Victoria Nile boat safari.
Day 4: Murchison Falls to Kibale Forest NP
Drive to Kibale Forest NP.
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest.
Day 6: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth NP & Kazinga Cruise
Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP, Kazinga Channel boat safari.
Day 7: Ishasha Tree Lions to Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Ishasha tree-climbing lions search, drive to Bwindi.
Day 8: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
1 hour encounter with mountain gorillas in Bwindi.
Day 9: Bwindi to Entebbe Airport & Flight to Nairobi, Kenya
Transfer to Entebbe Airport, flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Welcome transfer.
Day 10: Nairobi City Excursion & Giraffe Centre
Visit Giraffe Centre and Karen Blixen Museum in Nairobi.
Day 11: Nairobi to Amboseli NP (Mt. Kilimanjaro Views)
Drive to Amboseli NP, magnificent views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Day 12: Full Day Game Drives in Amboseli NP
Full day searching for big elephant herds and predators in Amboseli.
Day 13: Amboseli to Lake Nakuru NP
Drive to Lake Nakuru NP for rhinos and birdlife.
Day 14: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Drive to Masai Mara, afternoon game drive.
Day 15: Full Day Big 5 Game Drives in Masai Mara
Full day game drive across Masai Mara plains searching for Big 5.
Day 16: Second Day Masai Mara & Maasai Village Visit
Game drive and cultural visit to Maasai village.
Day 17: Morning Game Drive in Masai Mara to Nairobi
Morning Mara game drive, return drive to Nairobi.
Day 18: Nairobi Souvenir Shopping & Airport Departure
Nairobi souvenir shopping and transfer to Jomo Kenyatta Airport for outbound flight.
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Welcome to Uganda! Transfer to hotel for rest and orientation.
Day 2: Entebbe Botanical Gardens & Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Tour
Boat canoe excursion in Mabamba Swamp to spot the rare Shoebill Stork.
Day 3: Entebbe to Jinja – Source of River Nile & White Water Rafting
Drive to Jinja, visit Source of Nile and optional white water rafting.
Day 4: Jinja to Sipi Falls – Hike & Coffee Tour
Drive to Sipi Falls at Mt. Elgon, hike 3 waterfalls and coffee tour.
Day 5: Sipi Falls to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve
Drive to Pian Upe Reserve, sunset game drive.
Day 6: Pian Upe to Kidepo Valley NP
Scenic journey to Kidepo Valley NP.
Day 7: Full Day Narus Valley Wildlife Safari in Kidepo
Full day game drives in Narus Valley spotting lions, cheetahs, and elephants.
Day 8: Kidepo Valley Drive & IK Mountain Tribe Encounter
Drive to Kidepo Valley and encounter the remote IK mountain tribe.
Day 9: Kidepo Valley to Murchison Falls NP
Transfer southwest to Murchison Falls NP.
Day 10: Murchison Game Drive & Nile Boat Launch
Northern bank game drive and Nile boat safari to falls.
Day 11: Top of Falls Hike & Ziwa Rhino Tracking
Top of falls hike, drive to Ziwa Sanctuary for rhino tracking.
Day 12: Ziwa to Kibale Forest NP
Drive to Kibale Forest NP through Fort Portal.
Day 13: Full Day Chimpanzee Habituation Experience
Full day with wild chimpanzees in Kibale Forest.
Day 14: Kibale to Semuliki NP Hot Springs Excursion
Excursion to Semuliki NP to visit Sempaya Hot Springs.
Day 15: Semuliki to Queen Elizabeth NP Crater Lakes
Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP via explosion crater lakes.
Day 16: Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Morning Kasenyi game drive and Kazinga Channel boat safari.
Day 17: Ishasha Tree Lions to Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Tree-climbing lions search in Ishasha, drive to Bwindi NP.
Day 18: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Spend 1 hour with wild mountain gorillas in Bwindi Forest.
Day 19: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi Island Exploration
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, canoeing among 29 islands.
Day 20: Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo NP Night Safari
Drive to Lake Mburo NP, evening/night safari game drive.
Day 21: Morning Walking Safari, Equator Stop & Entebbe Flight
Morning bush walk, Equator stopover, Entebbe flight departure.
