9-Day Trails & Waters - Walking Safari & Crater Lakes

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrive to Entebbe / Kampala

Rest and sleep in Entebbe. Depend on your time of arrival, there is an option to go to Mabamba Swamp for a unique shoebill stork tour (half day with transport). This trip includes a boat ride on Lake Victoria, followed by a 1-1.5 viewing of shoebill and lunch in the nearby Nkima Lodge.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

Papyrus Guest House

• Mid-range guest house located in Entebbe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Rhino trekking and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park - Nyamsika camp

Drive through the Buganda toward drier plains of Nakasongola and tall jungle trees of Budongo, the largest forest reserve in Uganda. We first stop in the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (2 hours) to see the rhinos from up close on foot.

Then we proceed to our private bush camp in the northern part of Murchison Falls in the evening, where we enjoy stunning sunset and sundowner. Here we begin our exquisite private wildlife safari. Murchison Falls is Uganda's largest park - plenty to explore here on foot.

Our exclusive mobile camp offers spacious tents with full-size mattresses. Amenities include gazebos, dining areas, hammocks, a mini library, and a bush bar. We provide toilets, showers, and wash basins, with a dedicated team to meet guest needs.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

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LeopardOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

• Inside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Wildlife safari in Murchison Falls - Nymasika Camp

Early morning walk exploring the Nyamsika area (2.5-4 hours) with plentiful wildlife and stunning scenery with dry riverbed snaking through the savannah, Borassus, and acacia woodlands.

Followed by lunch and midday rest.

Afternoon walk exploring the vast plains around the Nile delta with bounty of wildlife.

We return to Nyamsika to enjoy beautiful sunset and views with a sundowner.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

• Inside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Wildlife safari in Murchison Falls - Pandero Camp

After another walk in the morning, we embark on an exciting boat ride to the bottom of the falls while seeing plenty of elephants, giraffes, crocs, hippos and other animals and the shores.

Then it is time for a brisk 45 min walk through the river jungle to the top of these powerful falls. After lunch break, we return to our 2nd private camp at Pendero or Tangi for rest.

Evening option for a shorter walk or a game drive depending on your desire.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

• Inside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Wildlife safari in Murchison Falls - Pandero Camp

Continue exploring the area walking around Pendero or Northern Nyamsika area with excellent views and wildlife around, including herds of elephants common in the area.

Back to the camp for lunch followed by rest. Optional afternoon game drive or rest, and sundowner.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

• Inside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimp Trekking and transfer to Crater Lakes

After a breakfast overlooking Nyamsika valley, we proceed to Crater Lakes area alongside the Albertine Rift, stopping first at Budongo forest – Uganda’s largest forest reserve – to see the chimpanzees.

We arrive to Crater Lakes early evening and relax with stunning views of lakes, Kibale forest, and Rwenzori Mountains around.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Isunga Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore Crater Lakes

We explore the Crater Lakes area, which includes seeing several lakes, enjoying beautiful views of Rwenzori Mountains. Monkeys (black and red colobus, blue monkey, and others) can be seen in the area forests. Swimming is safe in one of the lakes if desired. Optional: Nearby Kibale NP is the primate capital of the world with a possibility of chimp trekking. Swimming is safe in one of the lakes if desired. Swimming is safe in one of the lakes if desired. Optional: Nearby Kibale NP is the primate capital of the world with a possibility of chimp trekking.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Isunga Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return to Kampala

Today's trip will take us from Tooro Kingdom back to Buganda seeing variety of landscape, including picturesque tea plantations, option to take a route via Ankole to see the pastoralist country and their long horn cattle, as well to cross the Equator.

Main Destination:

Kampala (City)

Accommodation:

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• Luxury hotel located in Kampala (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kampala and Depature

Get to know one of the most exciting cities in Africa - experience its multicultural history, music, culture, delicious cuisine, and nightlife entertainment. Departure based on your itinerary.

Main Destination:

Kampala (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.