Gatsio Safariz

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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 Lake Mburo National Park

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

In the morning after breakfast at your lodge you will meet your guide at the reception, a little introduction and then you will start the journey to Lake Mburo National Park in Western Uganda. On the way you will have a couple of stops for coffee break, bathroom use and a stop at the Equator for some pictures and the equator experiment demonstration.
Onarrival to your lodge you will be welcomed checked in lunch and refresh, later do an evening nature walk, then dinner and overnight at the lodge.

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

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
Accommodation:
Hyena Hill Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Cycling safari and transfer to Bwindi

Cycling safari and transfer to Bwindi

After breakfast at 7am cycle to the park gate and register for the cycling activity which will take 2/3 hrs. On the cycling activity you get a chance to be close to Zebras, Impalas and many more animals in the park and if you can cycle, we have the option of nature guided walks in the park let us know what works for you.
After the activity we head back to the lodge refresh and check out to embark on the journey to Bwindi, check in the lodge dinner and overnight.

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

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Accommodation:
Gorilla Mist Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Gorilla trekking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

Gorilla trekking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

In the morning at 6am you will have breakfast and at 7am we leave for gorilla trekking. We will drive to the briefing center where you will be briefed about the gorilla families and which group you will trek.
You will be allocated to a group to make 8 people since we are allowed 8 people per group to a gorilla family. And after that you will head out with your park ranger guides for the experience which takes 3 -4 hours depending on the family of gorillas you are to see. When the experience is done, and you are back at the center to meet your guide and start driving to Queen Elizabeth National Park, lunch on the way.
On arrival to your lodge, you will check in and overnight.

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:
Ishasha Wilderness Camp
  • Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Game drives and Boat Ride

Game drives and Boat Ride

Early in the morning after breakfast we head out for game drive to for wildlife viewing, when they are most active.
Look out for elephants, tree climbing lions, buffaloes, Uganda Kobs and various antelope species. For birdwatchers can enjoy over 600 bird species, including the famous shoebill stork on a boat trip on Kazinga Cannel, the cruise provides an excellent vantage point for observing more wildlife, hippos are plentiful, and you may also see crocodiles and a variety of birds along the banks and head out for another evening game drive on the west part of the park for more wildlife viewing and golden sunset. Later we drive to your accommodation for refreshment and lunch dinner and overnight outside the park.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Buffalo Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Transfer to Fort portal and visit Amabere caves

Transfer to Fort portal and visit Amabere caves

In the morning after a sleep in at 10am after breakfast we drive out to Fort portal a charming town known for its beautiful scenery and tea plantations. It serves as a gateway to several national parks, including Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kibale Forest National Park, you will Visit the Amabere Caves and Fort Portal town a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural experience, situated near the town of Fort Portal, the caves are easily accessible, they feature stunning stalactites and stalagmites, along with a rich local legend that says they were formed from the breast milk of a certain princess. The nearby waterfall adds to the beauty of the area, the local guide will take you through the caves, learn about the local history and folklore, and enjoy hiking in the surrounding hills. After the hike you visit local market, and your guide will drive you to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Fort Portal (Town)
Accommodation:
Isunga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Swamp Visit

Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Swamp Visit

Early in the morning you will have breakfast and later drive to Kibale briefing point where you will be told about the dos and don'ts while tracking ad any information that will be helpful during the experience by the park rangers. The treks start from the Kanyanchu Visitor Center at 8:00 am and takes 2/3 hours. You will be added to a group; each group consists of up to 6 people to minimize the impact on the chimpanzees and reduce the risk of disease transmission. The park guides will lead you through the forest, pointing out various primates, birds, and plant species and once you find a group of chimpanzees, you'll have about an hour to observe and photograph them. After the trek our guide will be waiting at the trekking center to drive you back to your lodge, lunch dinner and overnight.

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

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Isunga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer to Kabwoya/ Game drive and Bush Dinner

Transfer to Kabwoya/ Game drive and Bush Dinner

In the morning after breakfast, your guide will drive you to Kabwoya wildlife reserve.
Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve is a hidden gem located in western Uganda, near the town of Hoima. It covers an area of approximately 87 square kilometers and is situated within the Albertine Rift Valley, between the breathtaking Blue Mountains of the Congo and Lake Albert. You can also spot primates such as baboons, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and vervet monkeys. With over 300 bird species, including the rare shoebill stork, Kabwoya is a paradise for birdwatchers and visitors can enjoy game drives, birdwatching, guided nature walks. On arrival at the lodge, you will check-in refresh and having an evening walk to your bush dinner later overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve
Accommodation:
Lake Albert Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Kabwoya WR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 8

Fossil discovery and transfer to Murchison Falls

Fossil discovery and transfer to Murchison Falls

In the morning after breakfast, you will drive out with the lodge guide for Fossil adventure in Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve is a unique and exciting experience. The reserve is rich in prehistoric fossils, making it a hotspot for both amateur and professional fossil adventurers.
The area has yielded fossils from various prehistoric periods, including those of ancient mammals, reptiles, and even some marine life due to its location within the Albertine Rift Valley the activity will take 1/2 hours, and the process of fossil hunting is not just about finding fossils but also about learning. Guides provide fascinating insights into the history and significance of the fossils you find.
After the fossil experience we head back to the lodge refresh and drive to Murchison falls national park for an evening game drive, dinner and overnight.

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
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Game drives, Boat trip and top of the falls visit

Game drives, Boat trip and top of the falls visit

Early in the morning after breakfast you head out for an early morning game drive with your bags in the jeep, A morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park is an unforgettable experience, offering a chance to see Uganda's wildlife in its natural habitat. On the game drive you will have a chance to see more animals as its still cool and later head to the boat for an afternoon boat ride, where you will also get a chance to see hippos, crocodiles and many more. The boat trip takes 2 hours. After the boa trip we drive the top of the falls and later out of the park to you lodge for lunch dinner and overnight.

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 10

Rhino Tracking and Transfer to Kampala

Rhino Tracking and Transfer to Kampala

After a morning breakfast we drive to Ziwa Rhino Sacturary.
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is a conservation area dedicated to the protection and breeding of the country's last remaining rhinos. It offers visitors a unique opportunity to track and observe rhinos in their natural habitat.
On arrival at the site the guide leads you to observe the rhinos, providing an educational experience about their behavior, conservation efforts, and the ecosystem, the best time to visit is morning or late afternoon ideal times for tracking, as rhinos are more active during these cooler parts of the day.

The sanctuary plays a vital role in the reintroduction and conservation of the eastern white rhino species, which were nearly extinct in Uganda.

After the track which takes 1/2 hours, which can vary depending on the rhino's location, we head back to the car and continue driving back to central Uganda in Kampala to your lodge making it the end of this amazing Adventure.

Main Destination:
Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
Best Time To Go June to August and December to February (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • 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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  • This tour is offered by Gatsio Safariz, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.