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The journey
Explore Uganda's most celebrated wildlife and primate destinations on this immersive 12-day safari, starting and ending in Entebbe. From savannah game drives and river safaris to rainforest encounters, you'll travel through the country's iconic parks with time built in to rest and recharge along the way. Track rhinos on foot at Ziwa, cruise the Nile below mighty Murchison Falls, trek for chimpanzees in Kibale, and enjoy classic wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park, including the famous Ishasha sector. The journey culminates with an unforgettable mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi, followed by a cultural visit with the Batwa community, a walking safari in Lake Mburo, and a final Kampala city tour before departure.
At a glance
Day by day
10:20 PM: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport.
11:00 PM: Transfer to your hotel in Entebbe, check in, and stay overnight.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at 2 Friends Guest House.
Enjoy a relaxing day after your international journey. Sleep in, have a leisurely breakfast, and spend the day unwinding by the swimming pool. This is an excellent opportunity to recover from the flight and prepare for your upcoming wildlife adventures.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at 2 Friends Guest House.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and begin your journey north towards Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Uganda's home of wild rhinos.
7:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
8:00 AM: Departure for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
1:00 PM: Guided rhino tracking on foot, with time for a lunch break. Accompanied by an experienced ranger, you will learn about rhino conservation and observe these remarkable animals in their natural habitat.
3:30 PM: Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, stopping at the top of Murchison Falls to admire the powerful Nile River as it forces its way through a narrow rocky gorge.
7:00 PM: Arrival at camp, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at Bwana Tembo Safari Camp.
Experience the wildlife and spectacular landscapes of Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest national park.
7:00 AM: Breakfast at camp.
8:00 AM: Morning game drive across the northern savannah plains in search of giraffes, elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife.
12:00 PM: Return to camp for lunch and relaxation during the hottest part of the day.
3:00 PM: Embark on a boat cruise along the River Nile towards the base of Murchison Falls. Look out for hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants along the riverbanks, and a variety of waterbirds.
6:30 PM: Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at Bwana Tembo Safari Camp.
After breakfast, leave Murchison Falls and travel south through Uganda's beautiful countryside towards Kibale Forest National Park, renowned for its rich primate diversity.
7:00 AM: Breakfast at camp and check out.
8:00 AM: Depart for Kibale Forest, enjoying scenic views of rural communities, rolling hills, and agricultural landscapes along the way.
1:00 PM: Arrive at your camp or lodge and enjoy lunch.
3:00 PM: Take a guided nature walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its rich birdlife, monkeys, and diverse wetland vegetation.
6:00 PM: Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay in preparation for the following day's chimpanzee tracking.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at Kibale Forest Camp or Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve.
Begin the New Year with an exciting encounter with chimpanzees in Kibale Forest before travelling to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
6:00 AM: Wake up and enjoy a light snack.
7:00 AM: Participate in guided chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest. Walk through the tropical rainforest with experienced guides in search of wild chimpanzees, while learning about their behaviour, habitat, and conservation.
11:30 AM: Return to camp for an early lunch and check out.
12:30 PM: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
3:00 PM: Enjoy a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its large concentrations of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and waterbirds.
6:00 PM: Transfer to your lodge in the northern part of the park for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Accommodation is Song Bird Safari Camp.
Discover Queen Elizabeth National Park's diverse wildlife, from the open savannah plains of Kasenyi to the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha.
6:00 AM: Early morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and, with luck, leopards.
9:30 AM: Return to the lodge for breakfast and check out.
10:30 AM: Drive through the park towards the southern Ishasha sector.
12:30 PM: Enjoy a game drive in Ishasha, exploring areas where lions are sometimes seen resting in large fig trees. A packed lunch will be provided.
2:30 PM: Continue towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, travelling through scenic highland landscapes and rural communities.
5:00 PM: Arrive at your lodge in Bwindi, check in, enjoy dinner, and rest in preparation for gorilla trekking.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at Buhoma Community Rest Camp.
Today brings one of Uganda's most memorable wildlife experiences: encountering endangered mountain gorillas in the ancient rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
7:00 AM: Breakfast at the lodge.
8:00 AM: Head to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your guided gorilla trekking adventure. Accompanied by trained park rangers and trackers, walk through the forest in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek may take approximately two to five hours or longer, depending on the gorillas' location and forest conditions. Once the gorillas are located, you will have a permitted period to observe them.
1:30 PM: Return to the lodge for refreshments, relaxation, and lunch.
3:30 PM: Visit the Batwa community for a cultural experience exploring traditional forest knowledge, music, storytelling, and aspects of Batwa heritage.
6:30 PM: Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at Buhoma Community Rest Camp.
Leave the misty highlands of Bwindi and travel to Lake Mburo National Park, a beautiful savannah reserve known for its zebras, impalas, elands, and other wildlife.
7:00 AM: Breakfast at the lodge and check out.
8:30 AM: Depart for Lake Mburo National Park, travelling through scenic countryside and traditional rural communities.
1:30 PM: Arrive at the lodge and enjoy lunch.
3:30 PM: Embark on a guided walking safari accompanied by a Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger. Explore the savannah on foot and observe wildlife such as zebras, impalas, and other antelopes in their natural environment.
6:00 PM: Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at Hyenna Hill Lodge.
After breakfast, depart Lake Mburo and travel towards Kampala, Uganda's vibrant capital city. Along the way, stop at the Equator for photographs and a lunch break before exploring Kampala's cultural and historical attractions.
8:00 AM: Breakfast at the lodge and check out.
9:00 AM: Depart for Kampala, with a stop at the Equator for photographs and lunch.
3:00 PM: Arrive in Kampala and begin your city tour. Depending on available time, visit highlights such as the Uganda Museum, the Independence Monument, Gaddafi National Mosque, and Nakasero Market.
Continue: Continue to Entebbe after the city tour.
7:30 PM: Arrive at your hotel in Entebbe, check in, and enjoy dinner.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at 2 Friends Guest House.
Enjoy a leisurely day in Entebbe following your wildlife and cultural adventures across Uganda. Sleep in, have a relaxed breakfast, and spend the day swimming, resting by the pool, or enjoying the hotel's facilities.
This day is reserved for relaxation before your international departure.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at 2 Friends Guest House.
Enjoy your final day in Uganda at a relaxed pace before travelling to the airport for your return flight to Germany.
8:00 AM: Breakfast and leisure time by the swimming pool.
Leisure: Enjoy the remainder of the day relaxing at the hotel, subject to the hotel's check-out arrangements.
9:00 PM: Transfer to Entebbe International Airport.
9:30 PM: Arrival at the airport and check in for your international flight.
11:30 PM: Departure from Uganda.
End: End of your Uganda wildlife safari.
The route
The fine print
All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
All meals
Bottled drinking water
Gorilla and chimpanzee permits
Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
All park fees
4x4 safari van with open roof
Expert safari guide, driver, and fuel
Boat cruise
International flights, insurance, personal expenses, and tips
A photocopy of your passport, including the visa page; a torch; malaria prophylaxis; insect repellent; sturdy walking shoes; and long trousers for hiking.
Binoculars; camera equipment; plenty of drinking water and snacks; any other personal effects; and light-coloured clothing (NB: there are tsetse flies in the park, which are attracted to blue or dark colours).
Hotels have Wi-Fi and self-contained rooms.
Meals served are of your choice: starter, main course, and dessert.
Transport is provided.
Insured custom-built safari vehicles are used, including 4WD Toyota Land Cruisers and safari vans.
Logistics
Your 12 days finish where they began, in entebbe.
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