$5,797 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateArrival at Entebbe International Airport/Transfer to Kampala/Entebbe to your Booked Accommodation
Upon arrival at Entebbe, you will be met by a Tubale Safaris Driver-Guide who will welcome you to Uganda – the Pearl of Africa. Thereafter, you will be transferred to your accommodation for rest, dinner and overnight. Welcome to one of the most memorable 14 days Wildlife Adventure Trip to the Pearl of Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- ViaVia Uganda Entebbe
- Meals & Drinks:
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
After an early breakfast in the morning at your hotel of residence, you will straightaway be picked up by a Tubale Safaris Guide/Driver to start off your journey to the world’s strongest water fall in Uganda’s Murchison Falls National Park.
You will have a stopover at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary in order to track some of the surviving white Rhino population. After this rewarding experience, you will then have lunch and embark on your journey to the largest national park in the pearl of Africa.
On arrival at the park, you will specifically drive to the top of the falls. This is a least strenuous activity however rewarding as you embrace the adventurous spirit in you.
Finally, you will head to your lodge and check in, dinner and overnight.
Approximate Distance: 5-7hrs.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Murchison Falls Game drive and Afternoon Boat Safari to the Base of the Falls
Firstly, have an early morning breakfast and set off for the morning game drive. Here you will also have a chance to see some of the interesting wildlife species that call the Park home including elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, bushbucks, waterbucks, elands, giraffes and warthogs among others. This rewarding experience of seeing the animals in the wild can go as far as 3-hours which after you will then return to the lodge for lunch and freshening up.
In the afternoon after lunch, you will set off for the main highlight of the Park-the Nile boat cruise to spot the Nile crocodiles, hippos as well as unique bird species that will take your breath away. Also, the phenomenal appearance of the waterfalls will blow your mind and make you wish to spend more time in the park. After the cruise, you will then head back to the lodge and relax as you enjoy the lodge facilities.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After your breakfast, you will check out of the Safari Lodge in order to embark on your drive to KFNP. Your journey will certainly involve trans-versing through the magnificent Albertine Escarpments and enjoying the views of the cool countryside. Eventually have lunch in Hoima and arrival in Kibale Forest National Park in the evening.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Isunga Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Swamp Walk
After your breakfast in the morning, you will be transferred to the park headquarters at Kanyanchu Visitor Center at 7:00 am for a pre-tracking briefing before entering the jungles of Kibale Forest to search for mankind’s closest relatives. After 2-5 hours of tracking, you will hear them hooting or see them feeding, playing and grooming, and that’s when your cameras start rolling. Besides the chimpanzees, expect to see several primate species including the red-tailed monkeys, Lhotse’s monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys and olive baboons among others as well as birds, butterflies and tree species of interest.
After tracking, you have the opportunity for a guided walk through the swamps of Bigodi swamps which features 8 primate species, over 200 bird species and many reptiles. During the walk you have a chance to many animals but the highlight is catching a glimpse of a famous bird; the Great Blue Turaco.
You will then return to the Lodge for relaxation, Dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Isunga Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park/Evening Game Viewing
Scenic Queen Elizabeth National Park is located in south western Uganda and is most often included in visitors’ itineraries. It is the second largest park in the country and located at the base of the majestic Rwenzori Mountain range, next to Lake Edward and Lake George which are joined by the Kazinga channel. Few reserves in the world have such a high biodiversity with landscapes including savannah, bushland, wetlands and lush forests.
All being well you'll see elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, different species of antelope and just maybe some of the exciting predators such as; lion, leopard, civet, genal and serval cats. Ten species of primates enjoy the park’s diverse habitats. Vervet and black-and-white colobus monkeys are easily spotted in the trees, and of course the boldest species; baboons!
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Morning Game drive and Afternoon Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Wake up to an early morning breakfast before heading for a game drive through the Kasenyi Plains where you are likely to spot the African tree climbing lions and the elusive leopards, Uganda kobs, Elephants, buffaloes, bushbucks, Defassa waterbucks and warthogs in addition to at least 200 bird species. Lastly, after this amazing 2-3 hours’ activity, head back to the Lodge for lunch and relaxation as you prepare to go for the boat cruise.
In the afternoon, you will go for the famous launch trip on the Kazinga Channel where Hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and Uganda Kobs, as well as bird species like Kingfishers and shoebill storks, can be spotted.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Morning Game drive and Proceed to the southern part of Queen – to the Ishasha area
Have breakfast then set off for a breathtaking game-viewing experience in the Ishasha area of Queen Elizabeth National Park – famously known for its resident tree-climbing lions. The chance of spotting these lions is about 70% though sometimes they are really hard to spot (most especially when they’re down in the grassland looking for prey). Hoping you get the chance to spot them, the sight will be spectacular! You will also be able to see other wildlife such as the Uganda kob, Cape buffalos, elephants, and warthogs in addition to the tree-climbing lions. Thereafter, head to the accommodation for relaxation, dinner, and later overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Accommodation:
- Enjojo Lodge (Cottage)
- Meals & Drinks:
More Ishasha game Viewing and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Be up and have your breakfast served. Go for more tree-climbing lion sightings and thereafter transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi is a big habitat for mountain gorillas in Uganda (harboring an estimated 400 mountain gorillas – roughly half of the world’s population), including several habituated groups, which can be tracked. With a strenuous day ahead, you will do less on arrival but just check in your accommodation, and relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Gorilla trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience/Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for Relaxation
Firstly, due to the physical demands of gorilla trekking, you will need a hefty breakfast before proceeding to the Park Headquarters for a pre-tracking briefing at 7:00 am. Secondly, continue to the jungles at 8:00 am to track the adorable mountain gorillas in their natural habitat characterized by thick forest covered by mist. Trekking lasts 2-6 hours and once sighted, you will be required to spend only one hour with the allocated gorilla family while studying their behavior and taking photos then proceed to the Lodge to relax.
If time allows or in case you are still energetic, you will surely continue for a cultural walk to Batwa villages to be immersed in their ancient lifestyles and be entertained in their traditional dances.
Thereafter, embark on a transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. You will reach and do little but check into your accommodation, relax, enjoy your dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
- Meals & Drinks:
Explore Lake Bunyonyi, Enjoy Canoe Rides, interact with the Community and Sight Birds
After breakfast, you will have the option of visiting the Oregano rain Forest which has diverse plants and animals or spending some time interacting with the Batwa (pygmies) community who inhabit parts of the forest and its surrounding areas. Birders will treat themselves to well over 300 bird species recorded. Alternatively, you could opt for a canoe trek on Lake Bunyonyi which will introduce you to the major islands and their rich history but also there will be some great time spent in a traditional dugout canoe. Return to your accommodation for lunch and relaxation probably reflecting on your trip so far.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
- Meals & Drinks:
Transfer to Lake Mburo and Evening Game Viewing
Have breakfast and from Mbarara, set off to Lake Mburo. Arrive in the park in the early afternoon and take some rest before proceeding out for the evening game viewing. On the game drive, expect to see the gigantic eland antelopes, zebras in big numbers, topis, impalas, warthogs, Uganda Kob, and Cape buffalos among others.
Later, relax at the accommodation where you will spend the night.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Mburo Nature walk and Afternoon Boat Safari
What sets Lake Mburo Park apart from others is that Nature walks can be taken anywhere within the park with an armed Uganda Wildlife Authority Guide at your side. On an early morning guided walk you often encounter hyenas that are returning to their dens after a night of being on the prowl – at the same time you can often see hippos returning from grazing during the night and returning to Lake Mburo to keep cool during the day and protect their sensitive skin from the sun. On a nature walk you will often see Zebras, Giraffes, Eland, Topi and other antelopes, buffalos. Birds, butterflies. Take the Trail to the top of the hills and see Lake Mburo and beyond, from this vantage point you have a great view of 9 of the regional lakes found in the area.
In the afternoon, a boat ride on Lake Mburo gets you in touch with the flora and fauna of the lake.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Departure and Transfer to Entebbe International Airport
You will have Breakfast and later check out from your lodge to Entebbe.
You will go cross the equator and experience being the Northern and Southern Hemisphere the same time an also have time to take photos reaching Entebbe Airport in the Afternoon/Late Evening.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: