Wagatil 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

Pick Up and Transfer to Murchison Falls via Rhino Tracking in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Pick Up and Transfer to Murchison Falls via Rhino Tracking in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Your driver-guide will meet you at Entebbe International Airport or your hotel in Entebbe/Kampala and take you to Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to spot lions, giraffes, hartebeests, buffaloes, and elephants. You’ll also experience Murchison Falls, known as the world’s most powerful waterfall. The park is a birdwatcher's haven, home to 450 bird species, including the rare shoebill stork, dwarf kingfisher, white-thighed hornbill, and goliath heron.

On the way, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an hour of rhino tracking. Enjoy lunch at Kabalega Dinner before heading to the park. Check in at your accommodation and unwind, ready for the exciting adventures that await the following day.

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:
Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Game Drive and Boat Cruise in Murchison Falls National Park

Game Drive and Boat Cruise in Murchison Falls National Park

On this day, you'll 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, giraffes, and warthogs among others. Afterward, you will return to the lodge for lunch and an afternoon 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.

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 Queen Elizabeth National park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National park

Travel from Murchison Falls to Queen Elizabeth National Park, covering approximately 350 kilometers south. The journey provides a glimpse into rural Ugandan life, passing through various landscapes. Enjoy a scenic drive through diverse ecosystems, including grasslands and lakes created by volcanic craters. Upon arrival, embark on an evening game drive, offering an opportunity to observe a wide range of wildlife in their natural habitat.

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:
Elephant Hab Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Game Drive and Boat Cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Game Drive and Boat Cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Start your day with a cup of tea or coffee before heading out on a morning game drive to catch sight of early risers and predators returning to their hideouts. Afterward, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast, followed by some relaxation time until lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, renowned for having the highest concentration of hippos in Africa. You’ll also spot buffaloes, large crocodiles basking on the shores, and over 611 bird species.

Main Destination:
Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Accommodation:
Elephant Hab Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast, head to Lake Mburo National Park, stopping for lunch along the way. During the drive, enjoy game viewing, spotting animals like zebras, impalas, and elands, along with other savannah species and birdlife such as the African finfoot, papyrus bushshrike, and more. In the evening, take a game drive to observe a variety of wildlife, including antelopes, buffaloes, giraffes, leopards, and zebras.

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

Day 6

Lake Mburo – Entebbe

Lake Mburo – Entebbe

Wake up early for a thrilling morning safari walk, a unique and exciting experience where you’ll catch sight of early risers heading back to their hideouts. Afterward, return to the lodge for a full breakfast. Begin your journey back to Entebbe Airport, with stopovers for lunch along the way and a visit to the Uganda Equator line. Continue the drive, arriving in the late afternoon for drop-off at the airport. This marks the end of your unforgettable tour in Uganda.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
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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