This 9-day Uganda safari offers a thrilling journey through some of the country’s most breathtaking national parks. This will feature Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the place for rhinos, then continue to the dramatic Murchison Falls which is the largest and oldest conservation park in Uganda. Some of the key activities will include a thrilling boat cruise to the base of the breathtaking falls, as well as a hike to the top of the falls.
You will them visit the primate capital of the world or commonly known as Kibale National Park. Observe the habituated chimpanzees in the lush Kibale Forest. This gives you a chance to look at for other primates which include various monkey species such as the black and white colobus monkeys as well as the grey cheeked mangabeys.

The vast wildlife plains of Queen Elizabeth offer abundant wildlife. Explore the national Park through Game drives and enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the kazinga channel. The mystical Bwindi Impenetrable Forest will be featured for Gorillas and this safari is perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves in Uganda’s incredible natural beauty, wildlife, and culture.

Highlights

• Rhino trekking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
• Game drive and boat cruise at Murchison Falls National Park
• Chimpanzee trekking and Bigodi Wetland walk in Kibale Forest
• Kazinga Channel boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Game drive and spotting tree-climbing lions in Ishasha sector
• Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
• Return journey with Equator photo stop

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Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your professional safari guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Kampala. You will have time to relax and refresh after your flight. In the evening, your guide will provide a detailed briefing about your safari adventure, covering what to expect and how to prepare for the days ahead. Overnight at your selected accommodation.

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Options:

• Budget: Forest Cottages
• Mid-range: Cassia Lodge
• Luxury: Kampala Serena Hotel

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After breakfast, begin your journey northwest to Murchison Falls National Park. Enroute, visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a walking safari where you will track the endangered white rhinos on foot, a rare and thrilling experience. After this exciting activity, continue your drive through Uganda’s lush countryside before arriving at your lodge near Murchison Falls for dinner and overnight.
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Accommodation Options:

• Budget: Red Chilli Rest Camp, Parkside Safari Lodge
• Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge
• Luxury: Murchison River Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge

Start your day early with a game drive along the northern banks of the Victoria Nile. The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, and various antelope species, as well as colorful birdlife.

After lunch, enjoy a memorable boat cruise up the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls. Marvel at the powerful spectacle as the river squeezes through a narrow gorge, creating a thundering cascade. Along the way, spot hippos, crocodiles, and other wildlife drinking at the riverbanks. Return to your lodge for dinner and rest.

Destination: Murchison Falls National Park

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Options:

• Budget: Red Chilli Rest Camp, Parkside Safari Lodge
• Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge
• Luxury: Murchison River Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge

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After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest National Park, a lush rainforest area known for its rich primate population. The scenic drive passes through rolling hills, local villages, and farms along the Albertine Rift Valley escarpment. You will make stopovers for photography and scenic viewing along the way. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and prepare for the chimpanzee trekking adventure the following day.

Destination: Kibale Forest National Park
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Options:

• Budget: Chimpanzee Forest Guest House
• Mid-range: Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge
• Luxury: Chimpundu Lodge

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Begin the day with a briefing at the park headquarters before entering the dense forest in search of wild chimpanzees. Your experienced guides will lead you through the jungle until you find a chimpanzee family, spending an unforgettable hour observing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat.
After trekking, enjoy lunch before heading to the community for yet another interesting experience. You will visit the Banana Man, were different drinks are made out of the bananas, the coffee experience as well as the women group making very beautiful and attractive baskets. Return to your lodge for dinner.

Destination: Kibale Forest National Park

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Options:

• Budget: Chimpanzee Forest Guest House
• Mid-range: Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge
• Luxury: Chimpundu Lodge

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Enjoy breakfast before heading to Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing scenic crater lakes and picturesque hills along the way. After arriving and settling into your lodge, embark on a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel a spectacular natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. This cruise offers exceptional wildlife viewing, including hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and a vast array of bird species. After the cruise, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Options:

• Budget: Bush Lodge
• Mid-range: Acacia Wildlife Mweya Safari Lodge
• Luxury: Aardvark Safari Lodge

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Early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains section of Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you can see buffalo herds, elephants, lions, and hyenas. After the game drive, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via the Ishasha sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. This journey offers chances to spot wildlife along the way. Upon arrival in Bwindi, check into your lodge and relax before the gorilla trek.
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation Options:

• Budget: Gorilla Hills Eco Lodge
• Mid-range: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
• Luxury: Gorilla Leisure Lodge

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After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before your gorilla trekking experience. Guided by expert rangers, venture into the forest to find and spend an hour observing a family of endangered mountain gorillas in their natural environment an awe-inspiring encounter you will never forget. Return to the lodge for lunch, then take an afternoon trip to the community to visit some of the women projects and have some cultural entertainment as well. Enjoy dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Accommodation options:

• Budget: Gorilla Hills Eco Lodge
• Mid-range: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
• Luxury: Gorilla Leisure Lodge

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After breakfast, start your journey to Kampala. On the way, you will to experience unique geographical features. Continue to Kigali , where your safari ends with either a hotel drop-off or transfer to Kigali International Airport for your flight.

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