Santaviva

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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

Rhino Trekking and Transfer to Murchison Falls

Rhino Trekking and Transfer to Murchison Falls

Start your adventure with an early pick-up from Entebbe and drive north through Uganda’s countryside to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Enjoy an on-foot rhino trekking experience as you get up close with these majestic animals in their natural habitat. After the trek, continue your journey to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving in the evening. Check in at your lodge and relax ahead of the next day’s safari activities.

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:
Fort Murchison (Room)
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Game drive hike the falls and Boat ride on the Nile

Game drive hike the falls and Boat ride on the Nile

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive on the northern plains of Murchison Falls National Park, where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes. Return for a short rest before enjoying a scenic boat safari on the Nile, cruising towards the base of the powerful Murchison Falls. Disembark and hike to the top of the falls for breathtaking views and photo opportunities. Return to the lodge for 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:
Fort Murchison (Room)
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Transfer to Kibale National Park

After breakfast, depart Murchison Falls and embark on a scenic drive south to Kibale National Park, known for its rich biodiversity and dense tropical forest. Enjoy views of rural Uganda, tea plantations, and the rolling hills of the Albertine Rift. Stop for lunch en route and arrive at your lodge near Kibale in the late afternoon or evening. Check in and relax in preparation for your chimpanzee trekking experience the next day.

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:
Bweza Kibale Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Chimp trek and Boat ride on Kazinga Channel

Chimp trek and Boat ride on Kazinga Channel

Begin your day with an early morning chimpanzee trek in Kibale National Park, tracking these intelligent primates through the lush forest with expert guides. After this unforgettable experience, drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. In the late afternoon, unwind with a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds as the sun sets. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

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:
Acacia Wilderness Mweya
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Morning Game drive and transfer to Bwindi

Morning Game drive and transfer to Bwindi

Start your day with a morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park’s Kasenyi plains, where you may spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of antelope species. After the drive, return to the lodge for breakfast and check-out. Then, embark on a scenic transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, driving through rolling hills and traditional villages. Arrive in the evening and settle in at your lodge.

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

Day 6

Trek Gorillas and then transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Trek Gorillas and then transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Rise early for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Hike through dense jungle terrain guided by rangers to encounter a family of endangered mountain gorillas—an unforgettable hour spent observing them in their natural habitat. After the trek, enjoy lunch and begin your transfer to the serene Lake Bunyonyi. Arrive in time for a peaceful sundowner by the lake. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
BirdNest Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Travel to Entebbe

Travel to Entebbe

After a relaxed breakfast by the lake, begin your scenic return journey to Entebbe. Enjoy the beautiful countryside, rolling hills, and small towns along the way. A lunch stop will be made en route. Arrive in Entebbe in the evening, where your unforgettable Ugandan adventure concludes. Safe travels!

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
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 Santaviva , not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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