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6-Day Uganda Safari & Cultural Experience

Day 1: Lake Mburo National Park – Game Drive & Banyankole Culture
Depart from your hotel early and drive to Lake Mburo National Park. Stop at the Equator for photos and a brief demonstration. Upon arrival, drive through the park as you head to the lodge to spot zebras, giraffes, elands, buffaloes, and leopards.

After lunch, check into your rooms ,have some rest. Later, visit a Banyankole community to experience Ankole cattle herding, traditional milking, and storytelling about their heritage. Optional night game drive for nocturnal wildlife.

Day 2: Nature Walk & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Start with a guided nature walk, offering a unique on-foot wildlife experience. After breakfast, transfer to Bwindi, passing through scenic rolling hills and villages.

Reaching late in the evening checking into your lodge and dinner time, relax to prepare for the next day.

Day 3: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Experience.
After an early breakfast, attend a gorilla trekking briefing and embark on the trek (could take the whole day depending the location of the gorilla family you are trekking). Once you locate the gorillas, spend two unforgettable hours observing them.

In the afternoon, engage in a Batwa cultural experience, where the Batwa pygmies demonstrate their traditional hunting skills, fire-making techniques, and songs.

Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha Sector

After an early breakfast, drive to Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth NP . Enjoy an evening game drive to search for tree-climbing lions, elephants, and buffaloes.

In the afternoon, take a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, famous for its high concentration of hippos, elephants, and crocodiles. Enjoy stunning views of the park’s wildlife along the shores.

Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking & Game drive
After breakfast, head to Kalinzu Forest Reserve for chimpanzee trekking. Along the way, spot other primates like black-and-white colobus monkeys.

After Chimp trekking head off for lunch and game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, known for lions, hyenas, leopards, and large herds of Uganda kob. Afterward,prepare for the picnic inside the National Park.

Day 6: Return to Entebbe/Kampala
After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe/Kampala (6-7 hours) with a stop for lunch along the way. Drop-off at your hotel or airport, marking the end of your safari.

11-Day Uganda Culture & Wildlife Safari

Day 1: Shoebill Tracking in Mabamba Swamp
Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide for a short briefing. Your adventure begins with a transfer to Mabamba Swamp, one of Uganda’s most important birding sites, located on the shores of Lake Victoria. This wetland is home to the rare and prehistoric-looking Shoebill Stork, a must-see for bird lovers.

You will take a canoe ride through the swamp with a local guide, searching for the Shoebill as well as other water birds such as kingfishers, herons, and African jacanas. Afterward, you will return to Entebbe and, if time allows, take a nature walk at the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, a scenic area with a variety of bird species and colobus monkeys.

Day 2: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park & Ankole Cultural Experience
After breakfast, you will begin your journey to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park. Upon arrival, you will enjoy an afternoon game drive, where you can spot zebras, elands, topis, giraffes, and leopards.

Later in the evening, you will visit a nearby Ankole cattle-keeping community, where you will interact with local herders, learn about the significance of the long-horned Ankole cows, and even try your hand at milking cows the traditional way. You will also taste fresh milk and listen to folklore stories about the Ankole people’s deep connection with their cattle.

Day 3: Cycling Safari & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
You will start the day with a cycling safari through the rolling savannah plains of Lake Mburo. This unique experience allows you to ride among zebras, antelopes, and buffaloes, giving you a close-up encounter with the wildlife without the noise of a vehicle.

After this adventure, you will set off for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Along the way, admire scenic hills and local villages. Settle in at your lodge, ready for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience.

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience
Today is the highlight of your trip—gorilla trekking in the dense forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After a briefing from the park rangers, you will hike through the jungle in search of a mountain gorilla family. The trek can take 2 to 6 hours, but the reward is an unforgettable one-hour encounter with these gentle giants.

After the trek, you will visit the Batwa pygmies, the indigenous people who once lived in Bwindi Forest. They will share their traditional hunting techniques, storytelling, and music, offering insight into their ancient way of life.

Day 5: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha Sector & Boat Safari
You will leave Bwindi and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most diverse park. Along the way, you will explore the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Unlike regular lions, these big cats rest in fig trees, providing a unique wildlife photography opportunity. In the afternoon, you will take a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, a waterway that connects Lake Edward and Lake George. This cruise provides an up-close view of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.

Day 6: Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Kibale National Park

You will start the day with an early morning game drive in Kasenyi plains, home to elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and lions. Afterward, you will visit Katwe Salt Mining Village, where local people have been harvesting salt from the crater lakes for centuries. Early evening drive to Kibale National Park, on the way have a very scenic views of hills, Mt Rwenzori and Tea Plantations.

Day 7: Chimpanze Trekking & Cultural Heritage Tour

The day begins with chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park, the primate capital of the world. You will spend an hour observing playful chimpanzees swinging through the trees

In the afternoon, you go on a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland, a community-run initiative that offers birdwatching and primate encounters while supporting conservation efforts.

Day 8: Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can track wild rhinos on foot. Arrive in the evenning, settle in and relax for the next day after a long drive.

Day 9: Rhino Tracking & Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
In the morning, you will set out for rhino tracking on foot with a guide, getting close to these powerful creatures. Afterward, you will drive to Murchison Falls National Park and visit the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile crashes through a narrow gorge.

Day 10: Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari
You will take an early game drive in the park, spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and antelopes. In the afternoon, you will take a boat safari to the base of Murchison Falls, observing hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.

Day 11: Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, you will drive back to Entebbe (5-6 hours), where you will be dropped off for your departure flight.

14-Day Ultimate Uganda Safari & Adventure

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. You can relax or visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre to see rescued animals and learn about Uganda’s biodiversity. Enjoy a sunset view over Lake Victoria before your overnight stay.

Day 2: Transfer to Lake Mburo – Cycling & Wildlife Safari
Drive to Lake Mburo National Park, making a stop at the Equator for photos and a fun water experiment. In the afternoon, cycle through the park alongside zebras, impalas, and giraffes. Later, settle in and prepare for the next day.

Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After a morning nature walk in Lake Mburo, you’ll drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Along the way, admire scenic hills and local villages. Settle in at your lodge, getting ready for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience.

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience
Head deep into Bwindi’s jungle to track the rare mountain gorillas. Spend an hour observing their behaviors up close. Later, visit the Batwa (Pygmy) community to learn about their traditional forest lifestyle and storytelling.

Day 5: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Boat Safari & Game Drive
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most diverse safari destination. Enjoy a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and numerous bird species. An evening game drive offers the chance to spot lions and leopards.

Day 6: Game Drive & Transfer to Kibale Forest
Start the day with an early game drive in the Kasenyi plains to see elephants, buffalos, and possibly tree-climbing lions in Ishasha. Then, continue to Kibale National Park, home to Uganda’s largest chimpanzee population.

Day 7: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Swamp Walk
Join expert rangers on a chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest, listening to their loud calls as you track them. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland, a haven for birds and primates, and visit local communities to see traditional coffee-making.

Day 8: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Murchison Falls National Park
Drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and go on foot to track the endangered rhinos. After lunch, continue to Murchison Falls National Park, home to Africa’s most powerful waterfall and incredible wildlife.

Day 9: Game Drive, Boat Safari & Hike to Murchison Falls
Enjoy an early morning game drive in the open savannah, spotting lions, giraffes, elephants, and more. Later, take a boat safari along the Nile, getting close to hippos and crocodiles. Hike to the top of Murchison Falls to witness the roaring waters squeezing through a narrow gorge.

Day 10: Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park
Take a scenic drive to Kidepo, Uganda’s most remote and untouched wildlife park. The vast savannah and rugged mountains make this a stunning destination. In the evening, visit a Karamojong village to experience their culture, dance, and traditions.

Day 11: Game Drive & Visit to the Ik Tribe
Start with a morning game drive in Kidepo, one of Africa’s best places to see lions and cheetahs. Later, hike to meet the Ik people, one of Uganda’s smallest and most isolated tribes, to learn about their customs and way of life.

Day 12: Transfer to Sipi Falls – Waterfall Hike & Coffee Tour
Drive to the beautiful Sipi Falls region. In the afternoon, hike through lush greenery to three waterfalls, taking in breathtaking views. Later, visit a local coffee farm to see how Arabica coffee is grown and processed.

Day 13: Transfer to Jinja – White Water Rafting
Travel to Jinja, East Africa’s adventure capital, and enjoy an adrenaline-packed day of white-water rafting on the Nile. You’ll navigate thrilling rapids under the guidance of expert instructors. End the day with a relaxed sunset boat cruise.

Day 14: Source of the Nile Tour & Return to Entebbe
Visit the Source of the Nile, where the mighty river begins its journey to Egypt. Explore local craft markets before heading back to Entebbe for your flight home.

15-Day Eastern & Northern Uganda Adventure

Day 1: Transfer to Jinja (Sezibwa Falls & Source of the Nile)
After an early breakfast at your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala, meet your driver-guide and begin the journey to Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital. Along the way, visit Sezibwa Falls, a scenic waterfall with cultural significance to the Baganda people.

Upon arrival in Jinja, take a boat ride to the Source of the Nile, where you’ll learn about its history and enjoy breathtaking river views.

Day 2: White-Water Rafting & Sunset Quad Biking
Start the day with an adrenaline-pumping white-water rafting experience, tackling Grade 3–5 rapids with professional guides. If rafting is too extreme, you can opt for kayaking or a boat cruise instead. Later in the afternoon, explore Jinja on a quad biking adventure, riding through scenic villages and farmlands while enjoying the Nile sunset.

Day 3: Jinja to Sipi Falls – Waterfall Hike & Coffee Tour
After breakfast, drive 3–4 hours to Sipi Falls, a spectacular series of three waterfalls on the slopes of Mount Elgon. Take a guided hike to all three waterfalls, stopping at scenic viewpoints to capture breathtaking photos. In the afternoon, visit a local coffee farm, where you’ll learn how the Bagisu people cultivate and process Arabica coffee. Participate in roasting and tasting freshly brewed coffee.

Day 4: Abseiling & Sebei Cultural Experience
After an early morning breakfast, start the day with abseiling down a 100-meter cliff beside Sipi Falls, offering a thrilling experience with panoramic views. In the afternoon, visit a Sebei community, where you’ll learn about their unique initiation ceremonies, traditional dances, and folklore.

Day 5: Sipi Falls to Pian Upe – Evening Game Drive
Depart Sipi Falls and drive to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve, one of Uganda’s most untouched savannah landscapes. In the evening, embark on a game drive, where you may spot cheetahs, ostriches, elands, giraffes, and hyenas roaming the vast plains.

Day 6: Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Moroto
Start the day with another game drive, increasing your chances of spotting cheetahs, jackals, and large antelopes. Afterward, drive 4 hours to Moroto, the cultural heart of Karamoja.

Day 7: Karamoja Cultural Experience & Mount Moroto Hike
Spend the morning visiting a Karamojong Manyatta (homestead), where you’ll experience cattle herding, traditional dances, and storytelling from elders. In the afternoon, take a short hike on Mount Moroto, enjoying sweeping views of the Karamoja plains.

Day 8: Moroto to Kidepo Valley National Park – Evening Rest
After breakfast, start a long drive to Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda’s most remote and scenic safari destination. Due to the long journey, spend the evening resting at the lodge.

Day 9: Full-Day Kidepo Safari & IK Tribe Visit
Start with a sunrise game drive, searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and buffaloes.

In the afternoon, embark on a guided hike to visit the IK tribe on Mount Morungole. The IK are one of Uganda’s smallest and most unique ethnic groups, living in isolation from the rest of Karamoja.

Day 10: Kidepo to Gulu (Rest Day)
Since the journey from Kidepo to Murchison Falls is very long, it is best to break it up with an overnight stop in Gulu. After arriving in Gulu town, relax at your hotel or explore the local markets and culture.

Day 11: Gulu to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Rhino Tracking
After breakfast, drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can track wild rhinos on foot. With a professional guide, walk through the bush and observe rhinos from a safe distance. After lunch, continue driving to Murchison Falls National Park.

Day 12: Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari
Start with a sunrise game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and possibly lions. In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari to the base of Murchison Falls, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and birds up close before reaching the thundering falls.

Day 13: Delta Safari & Top of the Falls Hike
Take a morning boat safari to the Nile Delta, a prime spot for shoebill storks and other rare birds. Later, hike to the Top of Murchison Falls, where you’ll witness the mighty Nile forcing itself through a narrow 7-meter gorge.

Day 14: Murchison to Budongo – Chimpanzee Trekking
Drive to Budongo Forest, home to Uganda’s largest chimpanzee population. Take a guided chimp trekking experience, where you’ll observe these playful primates in their natural habitat.

After trekking, enjoy a relaxed forest walk, spotting black-and-white colobus monkeys and colorful birds.

Day 15: Budongo to Entebbe – Relax & Souvenir Shopping
Drive back to Entebbe for your departure about (5-6 hrs)

16-Day Best of Uganda Safari & Adventure