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Arrival
Day 1
Pickup from the Airport
Pickup from the Airport
Upon arrival at the Entebbe International Airport, there will be a routine clearance process. Once through, you will meet our company professional tour driver-guide who will receive and brief you on your 10 day experiential safari in Uganda– the Pearl of Africa. Thereafter, you will transfer to the booked accommodation. You will check in and rest to recover from jet lag and adjust to the time difference.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- Victoria Rock Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
You will have a relaxed breakfast at about 7 am, and then embark on a journey to Kibale Forest National Park. The park is popular for its primates such as chimpanzees, black and white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, and Grey Cheeked Mangabeys. Upon reaching Kibale, you will have lunch at the lodge, relax, and settle in after your journey.
Later, after some rest, you will set out to explore the beautiful Crater lakes of Kibale if you love scenery, primates, and bird sightings. You will enjoy a guided hike to the scenic lakes, each offering stunning views and opportunities for birdwatching.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale River Camp
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Chimps trekking & Bigodi wetland walk
Chimps trekking & Bigodi wetland walk
In the early morning, after breakfast, you will head out to the briefing center where you will receive important information about the do's and don'ts for chimpanzee trekking. Then, you will embark on a chimpanzee trekking expedition in Kibale Forest with an experienced ranger guide. The forest is home to a variety of primates that will surely amaze you. Once you find the chimpanzees, you will have an entire hour to observe them in their natural habitat.
Besides chimpanzees, you will encounter other primate species such as black and white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, and Grey Cheeked Mangabeys as well as variety of bird species. Thereafter, you will return for lunch.
After lunch, you will go on an excursion to Bigodi Wetlands, known for its diverse ecosystem including primates and birds. Following the excursion, you will return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale River Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation and then transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will arrive at Queen Elizabeth NP early enough to relax and have lunch. In the afternoon, go for a game drive. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as reedbuck, bushbuck, kob, warthog, elephants, lions, and buffaloes, among others.
Alternatively, you can opt for the breathtaking explosion crater drive. This is a sightseeing drive offering spectacular views of the magnificent scenery in and around Queen Elizabeth NP. You may also spot some wildlife along the drive, with Cape buffaloes and elephants being the most frequently seen. Return to the hotel for relaxation, dinner, and your overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Morning game drive & afternoon boat cruise
Morning game drive & afternoon boat cruise
After your breakfast, get ready for an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. You'll explore the vast savanna plains of Kasenyi and look for iconic wildlife such as Lions, Elephants, Leopards, Buffaloes, Side-striped jackal, Serval cats, African civets and more. Your guide will help you spot wildlife and provide information about the park.
After the game drive, return to your accommodation for some rest and lunch. Following lunch, enjoy a 2-hour boat ride on the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the trip, you'll witness wildlife sightings, including giant hippos, elephants, and crocodiles, along with a variety of birds along the water shores. If you're still interested, you can take another game drive to capture the last moments of the wildlife you've been longing to see.
Finish the day with dinner and an overnight stay at your accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ishasha to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Ishasha to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
After enjoying a relaxed breakfast, you will embark on a scenic journey to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is famous for its resident tree-climbing lions. Although the chance of spotting these lions is about 70%, they can be difficult to spot, especially when they are down in the grassland searching for prey. If you do get the chance to spot them, the sight of other wildlife will be spectacular!
From Ishasha, you will proceed to accommodation near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Upon arrival, you will have a less to do and will simply need to check in to your accommodation and relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Gorilla trekking experience
Gorilla trekking experience
You will enjoy an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a briefing. At the headquarters, a ranger guide will provide you with important information about the rules and regulations of the gorilla trekking experience. After the briefing, you will embark on an exciting trek through the dense forest of Bwindi. The rainforest is absolutely stunning, with its dramatic, steeply forested landscape and dense vegetation crisscrossed by animal trails that are open to tourists.
The time it takes to trek and the terrain you'll encounter will vary depending on the movements of the gorillas. Once a gorilla group has been located, you will have an unforgettable opportunity to spend an hour in their presence, observing these gentle yet endangered giants.
After the trek, head back to your accommodation, check out, and then transfer to Kisoro, which is close to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Spend the night at Travelers Inn.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
Travellers Rest Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Golden Monkey trekking (Mgahinga National Park)
Golden Monkey trekking (Mgahinga National Park)
Start the day with an early breakfast and then driving to the park headquarters. At the park headquarters, you will receive a briefing from a ranger-guide on the do's and don’ts for the Golden monkey trekking.
After the briefing, you will venture into the Mgahinga Forest for the golden monkey trek with a knowledgeable guide. These creatures are known for being playful and curious, making for a unique wildlife experience. You will have the opportunity to observe and photograph them as they go about their activities in the forest. Besides Golden monkeys, Mgahinga boasts of over 76 mammals which include elephants, giant forest hog, bush pigs and bush back, as well as over 180 bird species including the 14 endemic Albertine rift notably the Kivu ground thrush and turaco.
Following the golden monkey trek, you will transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation and an overnight stay. Lake Bunyonyi is a beautiful lake known for its stunning scenery and tranquil atmosphere.
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Bunyonyi View Resort
Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
After your relaxed breakfast, you will embark on a thrilling boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi to explore its iconic islands, including the most famous one, "Punishment Island," and gain a deeper understanding of its historical significance.
Following the boat cruise, you will check out and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, which is about a 2-hour journey. Upon arrival at Lake Mburo, you will have lunch at your accommodation and then have the afternoon and evening to relax. At 6:30 pm, you will head out for the breathtaking Mburo night game drive. During the game drive, you can expect to see nocturnal creatures such as civets, hyenas, owls, and the elusive leopards, among others.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eagle's Nest Camp
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Morning Nature Walk and transfer back to Kampala
Morning Nature Walk and transfer back to Kampala
After having breakfast, together with an armed ranger, you will go on an early nature walk in Lake Mburo National Park. This walk provides a great opportunity to connect with nature and observe wildlife up close. You will have a wonderful time exploring the wonders of Lake Mburo National Park on foot.
After the nature walk, you will return to the accommodation for check out and begin the journey back to Entebbe Airport for your departure. Don't forget to stop at the Uganda Equator line for lunch and some memorable photos. Your driver/guide will then drop you off at Entebbe Airport.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
