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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival
Arrival
Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our representative driver (guide) from Valverde safaris will greet you and welcome you to Uganda, often referred to as the Pearl of Africa. Following this warm welcome, you will be transferred to your pre-booked accommodation in Entebbe.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- Jet Villas Entebbe
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from the hotel and drive you to Murchison Falls National Park. The highlights of this park include the thundering rapids of the Murchison River and the vast plains of Uganda’s largest national park. You will have the opportunity to observe lions, giraffes, hartebeests, buffalo, and elephants. The high concentration of hippos and Nile crocodiles in this area will also captivate you.
En route, you will visit the Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, your first Big 5 experience, where you will spend an hour tracking rhinos. Another stop will be at Kabalega Dinners for lunch. Afterward, continue to the park and check in to your accommodation to relax for the evening.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Ikorom Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Game Drives and Boat Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls
Game Drives and Boat Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before embarking on an early morning game drive across the vast plains of Uganda’s largest national park. Keep an eye out for wildlife, including elusive lions and leopards. Birdwatchers will also be delighted by the diverse array of bird species that can be spotted during the drive. Afterward, return to your accommodation for some rest and lunch.
In the afternoon, set out for a boat trip to the base of Murchison Falls, where you will have the opportunity to observe more wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, and various waterbirds. Continue with a visit to the top of the falls and return to your accommodation for a relaxing evening.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ikorom Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Kibale National Park
Transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast at your accommodation, depart promptly for Kibale Forest National Park. Although the drive is quite lengthy, it offers stunning scenery. You will pass through charming villages, lush green countryside, and hills adorned with tea plantations that characterize this region of Uganda. The breathtaking landscapes will captivate you throughout the journey.
Kibale National Park is renowned for its diverse primate population, including chimpanzees, black-and-white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, and Uganda mangabeys (Lophocebus ugandae). During your chimpanzee trek, you will have the opportunity to observe these fascinating creatures swinging through the trees and foraging for wild fruits. Upon arrival at your accommodation, you will complete a brief check-in, enjoy dinner, and rest for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimp Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Chimp Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Start your day with breakfast before heading to the ranger's post, where you will receive a briefing on the dos and don'ts of chimp trekking. Following the briefing, you will embark on a trek through Kibale Forest to track the chimpanzees. An experienced ranger guide will accompany you on this adventure, and you will be captivated by the presence of these remarkable primates. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will have a full hour to observe them in their natural habitat.
Return to the lodge for lunch before departing for Queen Elizabeth National Park. You are expected to arrive in the afternoon for a game drive, and spend the night at your reserved accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel
Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel
Discover Queen Elizabeth National Park in the cool morning air. We go for an early game drive that exposes us to diverse animals like members of the Big 5, including elephants and buffalos, and big cats like lions and leopards. Along the circuit, spot warthogs, hyenas, and many more species that are residents of this park. There is also a rich birdlife, especially our version of storks in the wetland as we reach the flamingoes in the salt lakes.
After lunch, it is time for the 2 pm boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which lasts 2 hours. Here, you have the chance to spot hippos, buffaloes, crocodiles, and more along the banks of the channel.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park via Ishasha Plains
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park via Ishasha Plains
Start your day with breakfast before setting off for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is renowned for its resident tree-climbing lions. The likelihood of spotting these lions is approximately 70%, although they can sometimes be elusive, particularly when they are hidden in the grasslands searching for prey. If you are fortunate enough to see them, the experience will be truly spectacular!
Continue your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a significant habitat for mountain gorillas in Uganda, home to an estimated 400 individuals—roughly half of the world's population. The park features several habituated groups that you will have the opportunity to trek. Given the strenuous day ahead, you will have a light schedule upon arrival; simply check in at your accommodation and take some time to relax as you prepare for the gorilla trekking experience the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before heading to the ranger's post. Following this, you will enter the gorilla sanctuary for your adventure. The beauty of this rainforest is truly spectacular! The area features a dramatic, steeply forested landscape that is incredibly dense, crisscrossed by numerous animal trails that facilitate access for visitors. The time required and the terrain encountered will vary depending on the movements of these magnificent primates. Once you locate a gorilla group, you will be allowed to spend an hour in their presence. The thrill of observing these gentle yet endangered giants is an unforgettable experience.
Afterward, you will return for lunch before driving to Lake Bunyonyi. The lake is bordered by lush, green terraced hills that rise to heights of 2,200 to 2,478 meters, but it is the 29 islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water that lend it an almost magical quality.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
-
Itambira Island
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before setting off to Lake Mburo National Park via Mbarara town. You will arrive in the early afternoon, providing ample time to relax before embarking on the late afternoon or evening game drive. During the game drive, you can expect to see magnificent wildlife, including the majestic eland, zebra, topi, impala, Uganda kob, and Cape buffalo, among others. Later, unwind at your accommodation for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Transfer to Entebbe
Transfer to Entebbe
Enjoy an early breakfast before embarking on a morning safari walk in Mburo Park, accompanied by an armed ranger/guide from the Uganda Wildlife Authority. During this guided walk, you will have the opportunity to encounter zebra, giraffe, eland, topi, various antelope, and Cape buffalo up close. Follow the trail to the top of the hills for a stunning view of Lake Mburo and the surrounding landscape. From this vantage point, you will be able to see nine of the twelve lakes that encircle Lake Mburo National Park.
Afterward, return to your accommodation for checkout, then head to Entebbe Airport (the recommended departure time is 18:00 or later).
We look forward to welcoming you (or any referrals) on your next visit.
Thank you for choosing Valverde Safaris!
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
