Uganda · Safari

4-Day Kidepo Valley Safari Tour with Karamajong Cultural Encounter

4 Days Round trip from Kampala Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Encounter the abundant wildlife that thrives in the park's Narus and Kidepo valleys
02 Watch cheetahs, caracals, bat-eared foxes, aardwolves, and side-striped hyenas
03 Enjoy the beautiful scenery of River Narus
04 Meet the Karamajong people at Kapedo and Karema for a cultural encounter

Embark on a journey to explore Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda's most isolated and true African wilderness in the remote northeastern corner of the country. Marvel at the abundant wildlife in Narus and enjoy the beautiful scenery of River Narus. Get a closer view of wild animals such as cheetahs, caracals, bat-eared foxes, aardwolves, side-striped hyenas, side-striped jackals, African-painted dogs, and Beisa oryx.

Embark on a journey to explore Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda's most isolated and true African wilderness in the remote northeastern corner of the country.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Kidepo Valley National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Kampala

Meet and briefly greet your guide on arrival at Entebbe International Airport. You will then be transferred to your booked accommodation in Uganda's capital, Kampala.

Location: Kampala City

Accommodation Option:

Luxury: Serena Kigo

Comfort: Malaika Eco Lodge

Standard: Via Via Hotel Entebbe

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Drinking water and fruits throughout

Day 02

Fly to Kidepo Valley National Park and Evening Game Drive

Today, you will fly to Kidepo Valley National Park on a domestic flight. First, check in to your booked accommodation on arrival. Depending on your time of arrival, you will then proceed for an evening game drive in order to look out for the beautiful scenery of River Narus. Furthermore, view a diversity of wild animals including buffaloes, elephants, lions, hartebeests, and klipspringers.

Location: Kidepo Valley National Park

Accommodation Option:

Luxury: Apoka Safari Lodge

Comfort: Kidepo Savannah Lodge

Standard: Kidepo Savannah Safari Tent

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Drinking water and fruits throughout

Day 03

Morning Game Drive and Karamajong Cultural Encounter

After your early breakfast, you will go for an early morning game drive in order to look out for a number of fauna and flora. Expect to see a diversity of wild animals, for example buffaloes, elephants, lions, hartebeests, and others. Thereafter, you will head back to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, you will set off for a cultural walk and get a chance to meet the Karamajong people at Kapedo and Karema to experience their lifestyle. Meanwhile, see various cultural items such as the 'Kraals', grinding stones, and many other African crafts. After this amazing experience, you will return to the lodge.

Location: Kidepo Valley National Park

Accommodation Option:

Luxury: Apoka Safari Lodge

Comfort: Kidepo Savannah Lodge

Standard: Kidepo Savannah Safari Tent

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Drinking water and fruits throughout

Day 04

Return Journey to Kampala

After breakfast, you will start your 8-hour journey back to Kampala. Additionally, look out for various wild animals on the way back through Uganda's most isolated national park. There will be a brief stopover for lunch or to enjoy the scenery. Finally, on arrival in Kampala, you will be dropped at your preferred location or the airport.

Location: Kampala City

Accommodation Option: No (End of tour)

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

Drinking water and fruits throughout

Where this trip takes you

Kidepo Valley National Park, River Narus, Karamajong cultural encounter

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kampala 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Airport transfers
4x4 transport with an English-speaking local guide/driver for all road transport
Accommodation and all meals as above
All park entrance fees
Drinking water in the vehicle

What's Not Included

Personal/medical insurance
Personal expenses such as cigarettes, tips, laundry services, airfares, accommodation, and extra activities outside the itinerary

Logistics