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Arrival
Day 1
Transfer from the Airport
Transfer from the Airport
A representative from our company will meet you on arrival at the airport and drive you to the Hotel booked for you in advance. On your to the hotel will be able to view the beautiful sceneries of lake victoria while at the same time by passing the boda bodas the famous motorcycles used for transport in Uganda.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- Cassia Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Murchison falls national park
Transfer to Murchison falls national park
Enjoy an early breakfast before being picked up by our tour guide/ driver from Hotel to begin your journey northwards to Murchison falls National Park. En route visit to the Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place you’ll see black & white rhinos in Uganda. Proceed to Masindi town and stop for lunch. Continue your journey to the park arriving in the evening, you’ll proceed to the top of Murchison falls for a chance to feel the power of the strongest water falls on the Nile.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tilenga Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Game Drive & Boat Cruise on Albert Nile
Game Drive & Boat Cruise on Albert Nile
After an early breakfast, embark on an exciting guided game drive in the unspoilt grasslands of the Nile delta which has the highest concentration of wildlife species or along the Buligi game track which offers superb views of animals down in the Nile valley. At 20 s km long, the Delta circuit track offers the longest game drives in Uganda though other tracks like Queen’s track, Victoria & Albert Nile tracks pass through woodlands and forests opening you to a variety of species in their differing habitats. Animals you may spot include giant giraffes, large herds of elephants and buffalos, Uganda kobs, duikers, bushbucks, warthogs, lions and if lucky, you may spot the leopard.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tilenga Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer from Murchison falls park to Fort Portal Kibale NP
Transfer from Murchison falls park to Fort Portal Kibale NP
Kibale Forest National Park harbors the greatest variety and concentration of primates found anywhere in East Africa. Not less than 13 different species are living in this small area of 560 sq. km, including Black-and-White Colobus Monkeys, Blue Monkeys and Grey-cheeked Mangabeys. More important, the dense forest hosts a population of more than 1,000 chimpanzees, allowing visitors the unique opportunity to view these great apes in their natural environment. Just outside the national park you will find Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, offering a number of walking trails in the Magombe Swamp.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
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Kibale Forest Camp (Camping)
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee tracking & Birding
Chimpanzee tracking & Birding
Today morning the forest opens its doors for a sensational chimpanzee tracking experience.
After breakfast, you will report to the Kanyanchu tourist centre at 8.00 am for a briefing before tracking the chimpanzees. Kibale forest is home to up 13 species of primate including the infamous chimpanzee and over 370 bird species recorded making it a Uganda tour destination worth exploring for nature lovers and avid birders. During the trekking, you will spot lots of chimpanzees, black, white & red colobus monkeys, white cheeked mangabey, olive baboons, blue monkeys and red-tailed monkeys to mention but few. Notable birds to watch out for include the African Pitta, Blue-breasted kingfisher, African Grey parrot, Purple breasted Sunbird, Black-capped Apalis, Black bee-eater, Crowned Eagle and so many more beautifully colored birds.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Forest Camp (Camping)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Day game Drive & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park
Day game Drive & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park
Embark on an early morning breakfast in Kibale National Park before being transferred to Queen Elizabeth national park.
The natural beauty in Queen Elizabeth National Park is overwhelming and diverse: green savannah plains with small acacia and euphorbia trees gave way to sunken crater lakes and swamps, bounded by the snow-covered peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains. The park is home to 95 types of mammals, including Uganda Kobs, lions, elephants and the giant forest hog. Moreover, with a bird list of over 600 species, it has the highest number of bird species found in any national park in Africa! On the shores of the Kazinga Channel, a natural link between Lake Edward and Lake George, you will encounter large herds of hippopotamus and many crocodiles. Chimpanzees can be tracked in Kyambura Gorge, while the famous tree climbing lions are found in the southern part of the park, called Ishasha.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Game Drive & Launch cruise on Kazinga channel
Game Drive & Launch cruise on Kazinga channel
After an early breakfast, embark on an early morning game drive along the Kasenyi track and the north Kazinga plains tracking game. For a vintage Uganda tour experience, Queen Elizabeth game drives offer guaranteed sightings of large elephant and buffalo herds, antelopes, lions, small cats, impalas, baboons as well as a variety of bird species.
Return at the lodge for lunch after the game drive and later in the afternoon, enjoy a 2-hour launch cruise along Kazinga channel for a chance to spot hippos, buffaloes and elephants as they rest on the shoreline in the basking sun. You may spot 30 bird species on an average day.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Isasha & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable forest
Isasha & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable forest
Transfer to Bwindi passing through Ishasha sector for chance to see the rare tree climbing lions.
Of the over 800 mountain gorillas worldwide, Bwindi National Park is home to almost half of the gorilla population. There is no better place for observing these gentle giants from a close distance! Thanks to the wildlife conservation program, the number of gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest only has increased from 300 to 400 in the recent years, which include nine different families that are habituated for tourism purposes. Apart from the famous residents, the dense forest hosts 9 other primates. There are different trails in the park, including the Munyanga River Trail and Waterfall Trail, leading through the pristine rainforest to three sparkling waterfalls.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Gorilla trekking
Gorilla trekking
After breakfast, meet your guide for a brief then head out to track and trace the world famous magnificent and rare mountain gorillas, found exclusively in south-western Uganda forest of Bwindi and Virunga National Parks. Upon sighting the gorillas, you spend the allowed one hour with them as they go about their daily life; feeding, moving, playing, raising their young and sometimes wrestling with the juveniles – it is a totally unique and unforgettable experience! After lunch you will meet and learn about the Batwa pygmy community who inhabit the forest.
Please remember to bring your passport for registration, appropriate, water proof hiking boots and a light rain coat. To protect from stinging nettles, we recommend long pants and long sleeved tops. A pair of old gardening gloves can help grabbing onto the vegetation. A small waterproof backpack is an excellent idea to carry a light snack, bottled water as well as protection for your camera.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi Islands
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi Islands
Transfer to Kabale district to visit Lake Bunyonyi- Africa’s second deepest lake and a popular spot for relaxation, swimming and dugout canoe rides around the islands. Check in at and head out to the Batwa community for a chance to interact with the pygmies. Return to the lodge for lunch, relax and enjoy the superb scenery of the sunset behind the islands of Bunyonyi Lake.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Lodge, Habuharo
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast we depart Bunyonyi, Kabale and head to Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant before we enter the national park, and with a game drive en-route we will calmly proceed to our accommodation, with beautiful views of the park. In the evening you will have the opportunity to enjoy a night game drive (pre-booking required).
Lake Mburo NP is one of the few parks in Uganda where you can watch wildlife after the sun has set. A night game drive (usually 2-3 hours) is an exciting experience and unusual twist on your regular game drives, allowing you to search for a variety of animals that you would not easily see during the day, such as bush pigs, genet cats and white tailed mongoose. But also the elusive leopards and spotted hyenas are best to be seen at night. And with some luck you will be able to spot the one male lion in the park who resides down by Lake Mburo!
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Transfer to Jinja
Transfer to Jinja
The transfer from Kampala to Jinja takes approximately five hours for a boat cruise to the source of the Nile. Along the way, you may choose to stop at Mabira Forest, famous for its birds and primates.
Jinja is strategically located at the Source of the Nile, where Lake Victoria flows into the famous River Nile. It is the perfect base for a wide range of activities and watersports. In addition to the famous white water rafting, you might like to try Tandem kayaking, canoeing, Stand Up paddling, fishing, birdwatching, the sunset cruise, quad biking, bungy jumping or horse riding. If you love adrenaline activities, we’re sure you’ll want to try some of these too but at an extra cost depending on the option you choose.
Jinja Town is worth a visit for its fading yet still majestic colonial architecture. Jinja has a very welcoming, relaxed feel to the place. The main street is a great place for getting a good cup of coffee and buying some crafts.
After the boat.
- Main Destination:
- Jinja (Town)
- Accommodation:
- 2 Friends Guest House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
White Water Rafting
White Water Rafting
Widely regarded as “the best one day rafting trip on the planet”, grade 5 whitewater rafting is the safest and most popular trip down the Nile. The rapids are challenging - but you will be safe in the hands of the expert rafters who know the river best. Your day will start with safety briefings, practice and more practice, before you embark on your down river adventure. The white water is exhilarating, and your nerves will soon give way to screams of laughter. A hearty lunch is provided on one of the islands in the middle of the day. This will be a day to remember. The rafting team will be there to photograph and video all the activities for you (optional charge).
- Main Destination:
- Jinja (Town)
- Accommodation:
- 2 Friends Guest House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
Transfer to kampala for City Tour
Transfer to kampala for City Tour
After breakfast, your driver will transfer back to Kampala. In kampala will get an opportunity to visit the Lubiri (palace) for the king of Buganda and learn about the culture of this kingdom that has existed for span of 6 centuries. The other iconic places to visit include the Uganda Museum which displays and exhibits ethnological, natural-historical and traditional life collections of Uganda's cultural heritage, the old kampala Mosque the largest mosque in East Africa and independence memorial monument. You will crown your city tour with a chance to sample our delicious Ugandan cuisine.
Later day depending on your taste will get a chance to relax at luxurious latitude 0 hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Kampala (City)
- Accommodation:
- Latitude 0
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 15
Transfer to the Airport
Transfer to the Airport
This marks the last day of our trip. After your breakfast will depart kampala for Entebbe International airport for your flight back home after your amazing trip to the Parl of Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
