6-Day Wildlife, Nature and Culture Adventure

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be briefed by Gari Trips Guide and begin your journey with a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, taking in the stunning landscapes along the way including the Ugandan Equator. You will stop for photos and lunch depending on time, visit an orphanage school and Twin lakes before checking in at Pumba Safari Lodge Lodge for Dinner and Overnight.

Main Destination:

Equator Point Uganda (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Pumba Safari Cottages

• Budget lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Early Morning Game Drive, Explore Kazinga Channel

Embark on an early morning game drive in the park's Kasenyi Plains after breakfast, where you can spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and various antelope species. The early hours offer the best chances for wildlife sightings.
After the game drive with your packed lunch you’ll transfer to Mweya Peninsular for a relaxing boat cruise at 2pm along the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the highest concentrations of hippos in Africa. You'll also spot crocodiles, elephants as the slop down to quench their thirst, buffaloes, and a variety of birds on the shores. Dinner and Overnight at Pumba Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP)

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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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Pumba Safari Cottages

• Budget lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Tracking - Transfer to Lake Nkuruba

After an early breakfast, checkout and head to Kyambura Gorge for a chimpanzee tracking experience. Meet your ranger guide for a briefing before descending into the lush gorge, sometimes called the "Valley of Apes."
Spend about 2-4 hours trekking through the rainforest in search of chimpanzees. Along the way, you'll also spot other primates like black-and-white colobus monkeys and red-tailed monkeys, as well as various bird species.
Later embark on a 2 hour drive to Lake Nkuruba.

Main Destination:

Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve & Community Campsite

• Budget cottage located inside Lake Nkuruba NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Nature Walk, Swimming & Relaxation

After breakfast embark on a serene guided walk along the trails surrounding Lake Nkuruba. Spot a variety of bird species, including the Great Blue Turaco and African Grey Parrot, and observe playful primates like black-and-white colobus monkeys and red-tailed monkeys in their natural habitat.
In the afternoon you will take a guided hike to the famous "Top of the World" viewpoint. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the crater lakes, rolling hills, and surrounding forests. Capture stunning photos and soak in the tranquil atmosphere.

Main Destination:

Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve

Accommodation:

Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve & Community Campsite

• Budget cottage located inside Lake Nkuruba NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Fort Portal - Visit the Hotsprings

On this Day after breakfast you will drive through the rolling hills to Sempaya 50km from Fort Portal Town. The Semuliki Hot Springs are one of the unique natural attractions within Semuliki National Park, located in Western Uganda. These geothermal features are culturally significant and offer a fascinating experience for visitors. The local Bamba people believe the springs are inhabited by spirits of their ancestors, making them important in local traditions and rituals.

Here you shall take a guided walks through the nearby trails, which pass through the dense forest surrounding the springs. These walks offer a chance to observe various bird species, butterflies, and primates like the grey-cheeked mangabey and red-tailed monkeys. Later return to Fort Portal for lunch and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Semuliki National Park

Best Time To Go December to March and June to August (Dry and early Wet seasons)

High Season June to September (But it is never busy)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Mountains of the Moon Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Semuliki NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Breakfast and Transfer back to Entebbe

This 6-day itinerary provides a perfect blend of wildlife, nature, and cultural experiences, all while staying at the comfortable and eco-friendly Accommodation. After breakfast you will check out and embark on a journey to Kampala or Entebbe.

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)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.