Gorilla Mist Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Transfer to Murchison falls via ziwa Rhino sanctuary

Transfer to Murchison falls via ziwa Rhino sanctuary

Our Driver/Guide will meet you at the airport and start driving you to Murchison Falls National Park. Count on traveling for about 5 hours. Stopovers will be made en route to Twelve Days. Stretch your muscles, take it easy, or simply enjoy the landscape on a safari in Uganda. You will stop at the Ziwa rhino refuge first before entering the park. One of the best sites to visit in Uganda is this. Aside from the Uganda Wildlife Education Center, this is the only location in Uganda where visitors can see rhinos. Due to hunting and civil strife in the 1980s, wild rhinos became extinct.
You will drive to Masindi town for lunch after viewing the rhinos, and then continue to Murchison Falls National Park. When you get in the park, you can climb to the top of the falls to get a bird's-eye perspective of the impressive and well-known Murchison falls. Later in the evening, after snapping pictures and admiring the surroundings of the falls, you will return to your lodge.

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
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LionOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Early morning game drive and Afternoon boatcruise

Early morning game drive and Afternoon boatcruise

Get up early, eat breakfast, and then embark on a game drive along the Nyamsiki track. Seek out animals including lions, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, wildebeests, reedbucks, warthogs, antelopes, buffaloes, leopards, and birds while on the game drive. In the entire park, Nyamsiki has the largest concentration of animals (12 days Uganda trip). Expect to have lunch at the lodge in the afternoon since the game drive lasts about 3 hours. You'll drive to the Paraa port after lunch to board a boat for a trip along the Victoria Nile. One of the most well-liked activities in the park is a boat ride along the Nile.
You can see animals including Nile crocodiles, hippos, waterbucks, birds, elephants, and buffaloes on the riverbanks while traveling by boat. Tourists are treated with a spectacular view of the Murchison and the lesser Uhuru falls as the boat travels upstream. Around 5 o'clock in the afternoon, the boat excursion comes to an end, and you return to your lodge for refreshments & a rest.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Transfer to Kibale forest National park

Transfer to Kibale forest National park

You will depart from Murchison Falls National Park after breakfast and begin your drive to Kibale National Park. Although the drive is lengthy, there is a lot to see, so you won't get bored. Expect to avoid a lot of things, including trading posts, schools, lakes, rivers, the Bunyoro oil fields, and forests. You can either wait until you reach Fort Portal or have lunch in Hoima town. You will tour Fort Portal and go to the King of Toro's palace while you are there. It is the hub of Uganda's tourism industry and regarded as one of the country's cleanest cities.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit December to February and June to July
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
LionRare to None
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Chimps trekking and Bigodi wetland walk

Chimps trekking and Bigodi wetland walk

You will travel to the Kibale Forest headquarters early in the morning for a briefing on chimpanzee tracking. With five habituated chimpanzee groups, Kibale is home to roughly 1500 chimpanzees. It is probably the best location in Africa to view wild chimpanzees. You will 12 day Uganda tour enter the forest to start searching for the chimpanzees after the briefing. Finding the chimps does not need much time. One of the smartest animals you will ever encounter is a chimpanzee. They can construct their nests or gather food using tools like stones, tree branches, and other natural characteristics. After spending two hours interacting with the chimpanzees, you will leave the forest and return to

The driver will take you to the Bigodi wetland sanctuary later in the afternoon so you can observe the other 12 primates and watch birds. Additionally, you'll get to know the neighborhood and visit a group that helps women then after you will be returned to the lodge.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National park

12-day safari in Uganda After breakfast, you'll leave for the Kasese area, where Queen Elizabeth National Park is located, around dawn. You will avoid the Rwenzori Mountain ranges, also referred to as the "mountains of the moon," on your way to Kasese. You will have the chance to see its glaciers and snow-covered summits from a distance. After arriving in Queen Elizabeth National Park, you will eat lunch at your hotel.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp
  • Budget lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Early Morning game driving and afternoon boat-cruise

Early Morning game driving and afternoon boat-cruise

You'll get up and eat breakfast on this day before going for a game drive over the Kasenyi plains. There are many different animals to keep an eye out for on the Kasenyi plains, including elephants, elands, topis, Uganda kobs, lions, hyenas, leopards, mongoose, and a wide range of bird species. It is a fantastic location to observe most of Africa's well-known animals during a 12-day Uganda wildlife tour. The 3-hour game travel comes to an early afternoon conclusion. As you get ready for the afternoon boat ride at Kazinga Channel, which divides Lake Edward from Lake George, you will return to your lodge for lunch after it is over. A boat ride will depart from Lake Edward in the afternoon and travel through the Kazinga channel, which is home to an astounding variety of crocodiles, hippos, and other aquatic species. It will then enter Lake George. After that, turn around to see more wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, water bucks, and various bird species.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp
  • Budget lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer to Bwindi National Park via Ishasha sector

Transfer to Bwindi National Park via Ishasha sector

Following breakfast, you will depart from the hotel and go to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You will go through the Ishasha sector as you depart Queen Elizabeth National Park. 12 day journey to the best of Uganda The Ishasha district is a well-known location for lions that climb trees. After their morning hunt, lions are often seen napping on fig trees. We all know that lions live on the ground, however these particular lions prefer to sleep atop trees. Researchers believe they do this to avoid crawling insects or to monitor prey from above. You will continue your journey via Kihihi to south-western Uganda after spending an hour watching. Before moving on to your ultimate goal, you could stop for lunch at Kihihi town. Expect to arrive in Bwindi early enough to rest and be ready for the following day's gorilla trek.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

Accommodation:
Gorilla Mist Camp
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Gorilla Trekking

Gorilla Trekking

You will get up early, eat breakfast, and then travel right to the park's administrative center for a briefing on the guidelines for gorilla trekking. You will be assigned to a specific gorilla troop before beginning the climb under the 12 days Uganda wildlife. You'll need to look for the gorillas for anything from one to four hours. Long hikes can be exhausting, but they are worthwhile since seeing a gorilla family is an unforgettable experience. The gorillas can be seen eating, sleeping, and playing with their young. They often coexist in groups of 8 to 25 people, with an alpha male serving as the group's leader. Gorillas are friendly and calm creatures. They will let you to watch them carefully as they eat, play, and interact with one another. Additionally, you can record them in images and short films. Only an hour of interaction with the primates is allowed. You will be led out of the forest after your time with them is up, where the company driver will be waiting for you.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Gorilla Mist Camp
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Transfer to Lake mburo National Park

Transfer to Lake mburo National Park

Wake up whenever suits you, then eat breakfast before leaving. Later in the morning or in the middle of the day, the driver will depart for Lake Mburo National Park. You will travel through the gently rolling hills and lush vegetation of the Kigezi region as you depart Bwindi. Be on the lookout for other breathtaking views of the Rwenzori Mountains, lakes, rivers, and other wonderful natural features. In Mbarara, lunch will be served. 12-day tour to Uganda This is Uganda's second-largest city and one of its metropolitan areas with the fastest rate of growth.

We hope you'll decide to try some of the cuisine here (Matooke, sweet potatoes, cassava, chicken or meat with luwombo and a glass of fresh fruit juice, so plan on arriving there later in the day. While you wait to be transported for the night game drive, check into your accommodation and have a shower. One of Uganda's highest leopard populations can be found in Lake Mburo National Park.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June, July and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
GiraffeOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionRare
Accommodation:
Rwakobo Rock Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Early Morning Game drive and afternoon Boat-cruise

Early Morning Game drive and afternoon Boat-cruise

Best safari in Uganda As you wait for the guide to take you on the morning game drive in Lake Mburo National Park, get up early and have breakfast. The smallest savanna park in Uganda, Lake Mburo National Park has a wide range of species and breathtaking landscapes. It is home to the most antelope in Uganda and is one of only two national parks where zebras can be seen. you'll return to the lodge.

Tour in Uganda You will be transported for a boat excursion along Lake Mburo in the afternoon following lunch. Due to the presence of crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes, waterbucks, and other antelope species along the eastern lake edges, this is where most of the action will take place. Birdwatchers can see around 300 different bird species, including fish eagles, kingfishers, and hamerkops. You will watch the sunset as the day comes to a conclusion and capture lovely pictures to share with your friends back home. You will get off the boat around 5 o'clock and head back to your lodge.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation:
Rwakobo Rock Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Nature walk or horse and transfer to Kampala

Nature walk or horse and transfer to Kampala

The driver will get you up early in the morning to take you on your last nature experience. You have the option of using a horse, a quad bike, or walking as transportation rather than a typical tour van. Other national parks in Uganda do not provide this experience because it is unique. You will begin your return trip to Entebbe with a stop at the renowned equator crossing in Kayabwe after one final exploration of the park. Taking pictures at the equator mark and purchasing trinkets from the artisan shop to bring home are the two primary activities at the equator crossing. Before traveling to Kampala city and subsequently Entebbe for departure, a meal will be had close to the equator.

Main Destination:
Kampala (City)
Accommodation:
Acactus Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Kampala (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12

Mabamba swamp and transfer to Entebbe for your flights

Mabamba swamp and transfer to Entebbe for your flights

You will drive to mabamba swamp for shoebill track early in the morning be there at 8:00am ready for the activity where you will be able to see the variety of many bird species in the area then after you will be transferred to the airport. That will be the end of the 12Day wildlife cultural Safari.

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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