This is probably one of the most adventurous Uganda Safari. This will lead to sights and sounds of west and northern Uganda, notable are the rhinos at Ziwa rhino sanctuary, the gushing waterfalls of Murchison Falls, the indulging and meandering hills as you drive to the hunters of Queen Elizabeth National Park. An encounter with our closest Cousins, the chimpanzees not forgetting the giants of Bwindi Impenetrable forest aka Mountain Gorillas will mesmerize you. Worth mentioning during this trip are the tree climbing lions of Ishasha and Lake Bunyonyi which is said to be the second deepest lake in Africa, not forgetting the mighty waterfalls of Murchison falls.
Day 1: Entebbe International Airport
Uganda is arguably one of the leading welcoming countries and Ugandans are known for being the most hospitable world over. Meet any Ugandan anywhere and they are happy to assist you. Entebbe and Kampala have stunning amenities and numerous Options to choose from. You will be spoilt for choice. Meet our local guide and transfer to 2 Friends beach Hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Entebbe – Murchison Falls National Park
After an early breakfast transfer to Murchison falls national park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to the northwestern Region of Uganda leaving out the hustle and bustle of the city. Stop over for Lunch and Rhino tracking in Masindi. The sanctuary is home to one of the Big Five living in Uganda (rhinos). You will have an opportunity to get closer to them and have clearer views and photo moments. Proceed to Murchison falls arriving late afternoon. There is much to learn and fall in love with in the countryside as you drive thru the inviting panoramic views fading off horizons. Dinner and overnight at Sambiya River Lodge.
Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park:
After a rather early cup of coffee/ tea, traverse this sprawling Savannah where the Africa’s well known hunters live, the early morning game drive will help us catch up with the Savannah’s early risers. During the game drive look out for Elephants, Lions, Roth child’s giraffes, Cape buffalos, water bucks, Oribis, Bush bucks, Bohor reed bucks, Hartebeests, Hyenas and on a lucky day, you will see the Leopard.
The Savannah is also known for its dotted bird life and a haven to more than 50 bird species that include the rare shoebill stork, cormorant, Budongo’s 59 “restricted range” species, Pelican bee-eater, Goliath heron, dwarf kingfisher, Egyptian goose White-thighed hornbill and great blue turaco and many more. Afternoon Boat cruise upstream the calm meandering Victoria Nile to the bottom of the gushing Murchison falls, marvel at the toothsome Hippos, the busking Crocodiles, and over the 17 km stretch you may see elephants, Giraffes, water bucks and Uganda Kobs and many more as they cool off the afternoon heat. Dinner and overnight at Sambiya River Lodge.
Day 4: Murchison Falls – Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast we transfer to Kibale Forest National Park otherwise known as the “primate capital of the world”. We will go through the little towns and villages that showcases the Ugandan rhythm of life. Check in to your hotel, relax and chat the evening away. Dinner and overnight at Tabebuia Spa and Safari resort.
Day 5: Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast we go for an exciting adventure, chimpanzee tracking. Meet the closest cousins of human beings otherwise known as the Chimpanzees. Chimpanzees share 98.7% genes with humans. Enjoy them as they toss and jump from one tree to another. Return for lunch at the lodge and relax the whole afternoon away. Have a dip in the luxurious swimming pool. Dinner and overnight at Tabebuia Spa and Safari resort
Day 6: Kibale Forest National Park- Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, we begin the journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, the park is nestled between two lakes, George and Edward with the Kazinga channel joining the two, its lush Savannah offers prime grazing ground for the African buffaloes, African elephants and various antelopes, the parks hosts over 600 bird species. Possible evening drive to the crater lakes. Dinner and Overnight at Lake munyanyange caves lodge.
Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of the leading Uganda’s Savannah destinations most visited by holiday makers from all over the world. This is where the Well-known African Hunters live, the musketeers forming schools around shore banks, hundreds of ungulates grazing in the vast savanna grassland. After a rather cup of coffee or tea, game drive, look out for the big game before they disappear into thickets. The sprawling Savannah features other features like crater lakes, Kazinga Channel known for its school of hippos busking on the shores, the endless Ishasha plains, whose fig trees are known for the tree climbing lions who love hiding around targeting their prey, the most eaten Uganda kobs and others.
Afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga channel, a haven for over 600 bird species hippos, crocodiles, Cape buffaloes to mention but a few . Possible evening game drive or just relax at the lodge. Dinner overnight at Lake munyanyange caves lodge.
Day 8: Queen Elizabeth National Park- Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Breakfast and begin the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. We will go through the meandering and beautiful hilly landscapes before penetrating the densely forested terrains of Bwindi Impenetrable forest. Notable is Ishasha sector famous for its tree climbing lions. Dinner and Overnight at Trackers safari lodge.
Day 9: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Early morning breakfast, briefing and start the long awaited trek of a life time to the gorillas. Meet the forest giants that share about 93% genes with the human beings. The 1hour spent with a family is quite captivating and memorable. Return to the lodge for lunch and relax the afternoon away. Later take a community walk. Dinner and overnight Trackers safari lodge.
Day 10: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest- Lake Bunyonyi
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for more relaxation. Lake Bunyonyi is said to be the second deepest lake in Uganda. Relax the afternoon away or go for a community walk. Dinner and overnight at Bird nest Resort
Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi- Entebbe
After breakfast we begin the journey to Either Entebbe or have another night at Lake Mburo National Park. Lunch en-route and proceed. Stop over at the Equator for memorable photography. Dinner and overnight or flight back home.