16 Days Uganda Primates Safari
This 16 Days Uganda Primates Safari takes you to explore a number of Destinations in Uganda’s National Parks with Safari Activities including; A visit to the Source of the Nile, Visit of the Ssipi Falls, Rhino Tracking, Game drives, Boat Cruises, Chimpanzee trekking, Hiking, Hot Springs, Gorilla Trekking, Canoeing, Visit to the Local Communities
Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Transfer from Entebbe International Airport to Hotel in Kampala
- Day 2: Drive to the Source of the Nile in Jinja, proceed to the Sippi Falls
- Day 3: Visit the Sipi falls and transfer back to Jinja
- Day 4: Transfer for Rhino tracking at Zziwa Sanctuary, Later proceed to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 5: Morning Game drive, Afternoon Boat Cruise on the Nile Delta
- Day 6: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
- Day 7: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest, Bigodi Community walk
- Day 8: Transfer to Semuliki National Park, Hot springs visit and Evening transfer to Fort portal Town
- Day 9: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Afternoon Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel
- Day 10: Morning Game drive, Afternoon Chimpanzee trekking
- Day 11: Transfer to Ishasha Sector, Afternoon Game drive in search for tree climbing lions
- Day 12: Morning transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable, Afternoon Community Walk
- Day 13: Gorilla tracking, Afternoon transfer to Lake Bunyonyi Island
- Day 14: Lake Bunyonyi Island Boat Ride, Afternoon to relax
- Day 15: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, Afternoon Boat Cruise
- Day 16: Morning Game drive Afternoon Transfer to Kampala \ Entebbe for your Out bound Flight Home
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Entebbe International Airport to Hotel in Kampala
After Your Arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our experienced driver guide will welcome you and give you a briefing about Uganda in general and then take you to a hotel of your choice in Kampala. Dinner and overnight stay at;
- Luxury Accommodation: Sheraton hotel \ Serena Lake Victoria Golf Hotel
- Midrange Accommodation: Forest Cottages \ Arcadia Suites \ Humura Resort
- Budget Accommodation: Namirembe Guest House \ ICU Guest House
Meal Plan: BB
Day 2: Transfer to Jinja and then the Sipi Area
Breakfast in the morning and after you will be picked up from the hotel in Kampala ready to set off to Jinja Town where you will learn more about the source of the Nile, the Gandhi monument. In other option, you can engage in exciting and breathtaking adventure-white water rafting that features as the prime adventure in the area. While in Jinja you will catch a glimpse of several breweries and other factories. You will get a local dish for lunch in Jinja Town and later continue to Mbale for relaxation and overnight stay at
- Luxury Accommodation: Rafiki Lodge \ Sipi River Lodge.
- Midrange Accommodation: Casa Lodge.
- Budget Accommodation: Lacam Lodge \ Crow’s Nest Camp Site.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 3: Visit Sipi falls and transfer back to Jinja
Breakfast early in the morning and after head to the Sipi area to catch a glimpse of the beautiful Sipi waterfalls on River Sipi within the Mount Elgon slopes. The hikes start around the Crow’s Nest Camping and lodging site. You will hike across the sugarcane plantations, coffee and matooke plantations on your way. After your thrilling adventure, you will be transferred back to Jinja where you will spend a night at
- Luxury Accommodation: Wild Waters Lodge \ Jinja Nile Resort \ Nile Village Hotel.
- Midrange Accommodation: Haven Lodge \ Source of the Smile Guest House.
- Budget Accommodation: Nile River Camp \ Jinja Base Camp.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 4: Transfer to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park
Following an early breakfast in the morning, you will set off to Murchison Falls National Park via the Kampala-Masindi route where you will have a stopover at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to catch a glimpse of the only white rhinos that make up the big five game in Uganda. Along the way, you will be amazed with the spectacular views of the surrounding areas in the remotest part of Uganda. After rhino tracking at Ziwa, you will connect to Murchison Falls National Park entering the Park through Kichombanyobo Gate and Visit the Magnificient Falls where you will enjoy and Marvel at the Might River Nile being forced into a 7 Meter narrow Gorge thundering a 45 meters below a series of cascades that can be seen from different points at the top of the Nile where you will hike to through the stunning surrounding area of the park to enjoy the best views of the Murchison Falls. Later we will proceed to our accommodation for dinner and overnight at
- Luxury Accommodation: Chobe Lodge \ Bakers Lodge \ Paraa Safari Lodge.
- Midrange Accommodation: Pakuba Game Lodge \ Fort Murchison Lodge \ Sambiya River Lodge.
- Budget Accommodation: Heritage Safari Lodge \ Global Village Guest House or Red Chili Camp.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 5: Game drive in the morning and boat cruise in the afternoon, Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast in the morning, you will enjoy a Game drive in the Murchison Falls National Park one of the best safari destinations that feature the hugest population of wildlife species. While on a game drive in the northern sector of the park expect to view African elephants, Cape buffaloes, lions, bushbucks, Oribi, Rothschild’s giraffes, waterbucks, hartebeests, antelopes as well as leopards. After, return for lunch and rest a bit and again set off for the boat cruise to the bottom of the Nile to Murchison falls, one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world. While much of the Southern Part of Murchison Falls National Park is covered by delightful tract of Savanna. While on a boat cruise expect to sight Nile crocodiles, hippos and several water birds. Dinner and overnight stay as above.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 6: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
You will have breakfast early in the morning and after embark on a long distance drive to Kibale National Park which is located in the western part of Uganda. Along the way you will catch a glimpse of the surrounding areas especially the stunning Rwenzori Mountains of the Moon, tea plantations and many more. Upon arrival, you will check in to your preferred lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay at
- Luxury Accommodation: Ndali Lodge \ Primates Lodge \ Crater safari lodge \ Papaya Lake Lodge
- Midrange Accommodation: Chimp’s Nest Lodge \ Chimpanzee Forest Guest House \ Kibale Forest Camp.
- Budget Accommodation: Rwenzori View Guest House \ Chimpanzee Guest House \ Rweteera Safari Park.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 7: Chimpanzee Trekking, Bigodi Swamp Walk
After your early morning breakfast, Report to the park headquarters for a briefing before you begin your guided nature walk into the Forest in search for Chimpanzees. Kibale Forest National Park has the greatest variety and highest Concentration of Primates in East Africa. This Popular Primates walk provides you a Chance to Observe Chimpanzees in their Natural Habitat, also look out for the Black and white colobus Monkeys, Red tailed Monkeys, L’Host Monkeys, Baboons and a variety of Birds of over 370 Bird species as well as 350 Tree Species. Later return to the Lodge for Lunch, In the afternoon Enjoy a walk in Bigodi wet land Swamp. Return to your Lodge for Dinner and Overnight at Lodge as above.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 8: Transfer to Semuliki National Park and Visit to the mighty Sempaya hot springs
Following breakfast in the morning, you will embark on a journey to Semuliki National Park for wildlife viewing and pay a visit to the spectacular female and male hot springs that feature among the world’s most powerful and healing hot springs. If you want to prove it come along with some eggs and within minutes they will be ready. You will have lunch and after head to the Kasenda Crater Lakes which concentrate around the area providing breathtaking views of the park. Later in the evening return to Fort port Town for your Dinner and Overnight at.
- Luxury Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge
- Midrange Accommodation: Mountains of the Moon Hotel \ The Dutchess
- Budget Accommodation: Reigner Hotel \ Rwenzori view Guest House.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 9: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Afternoon Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel.
Breakfast in the morning at the lodge and after, you will head to Queen Elizabeth National Park as you catch a glimpse of the Rwenzori Mountain range. You will have lunch and set off for the thrilling launch cruise along the Kazinga channels which take you about 2 hours to view several wildlife which gives you higher chances of viewing hippos and over 620 distinct avian species. Return from the amazing boat cruise and visit the stunning Crater Lake area and after, come back to the lodge for rest, dinner and overnight stay at
- Luxury Accommodation: Kyambura Game Lodge or Mweya Safar Lodge or Katara Lodge ro Hippo Safari Lodge.
- Midrange Accommodation: Ihamba Lakeside Safari Lodge or Enganzi Lodge or Queen’s Bush Lodge
- Budget Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth Safari Camp or Mweya Hostel or Simba Safari Camp.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 10: Wildlife viewing in the morning and Chimpanzee tracking, in Kyambura Gorge-Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast in the morning, you will set off for early morning game drive via Kasenyi sector to view spectacular wildlife species like Lions, Uganda Kobs, African elephants, Waterbucks, Cape Buffaloes, Spotted hyenas, Warthogs, Mongooses, as well as distinct birdlife. Return to the lodge for relaxation and lunch. After, set off for the afternoon Chimpanzee tracking and other primates via the Kyambura Gorge. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay as above.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 11: Visit the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park
Following breakfast in the morning, you will embark on morning game drive to the southern sector of Ishasha area of Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will have a chance to view the rare tree climbing lions. The area is filled with vast savanna scattered with acacia and fig trees where most of these incredible species can be found while relaxing. Transfer to your Lodge in Ishasha at
- Luxury Accommodation: Ishasha Wilderness Camp
- Midrange Accommodation: Savanah Hotel \ Ishasha Ntungwe River Lodge
- Budget Accommodation: At the River Ishasha \ Enjojo Lodge
Meal Plan: FB
Day 12: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Afternoon Community Walk
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park southwestern Uganda to track some of the 400 rare mountain gorillas that thrive in this protected area. Upon arrival, you will check in the your preferred lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay at
- Luxury Accommodation: Silverback Lodge, Buhoma Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge, Clouds Lodge, Gorilla Safari Lodge, Gorilla Resort Lodge.
- Midrange Accommodation: Broadbill Camp, Ruhijja Gorilla Lodge, Lake Kitandara Tented Camp, Wagtail Safari Camp
- Budget Accommodation: Buhoma Community Rest Camp, BWINDI View Banda, Nshongi Gorilla Resort.
Meal plan: FB
Day 13: Gorilla trekking, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Lake Bunyonyi Island
following breakfast in the morning, you will gather at the park headquarters for briefing depending on where your permit directs you to track gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. There are four main trailheads in Bwindi where gorilla trekking begins from, and they include Buhoma, Rushaga, Ruhija and Nkuringo sector. Each of these sectors have habituated gorilla group one of which will be assigned to you to track in a group of eight visitors per day. After, you return to the starting point where you will transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for dinner and overnight stay at
- Luxury Accommodation: @Bird’s Nest Resort, Heritage Lodge, Entusi Resort.
- Midrange Accommodation: Bunyonyi Rock Resort, Arcadia Cottages, Heritage Lodge.
- Budget Accommodation: Bunyonyi Overland Camp, Bushara Island Camp.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 14: Boat ride, Lake Bunyonyi Island
After breakfast in the morning, you will set off to Lake Bunyonyi for a breathtaking boat ride towards one of the 29 spectacular islands where you have a chance to encounter amazing birds. After, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight as above.
Meal Plan: FB.
Day 15: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, Boat ride on the Lake Mburo.
You will have breakfast early morning and after you will set off to Lake Mburo National Park for wildlife viewing where you will catch a sight at the zebras, cape buffaloes, elands, topi, Oribis, impalas, giraffes and many more. There are also over 250 bird species for you sight. On arrival enjoy a Boat ride on the Lake Mburo. After, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay at
- Luxury Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge, Mantana Tented Camp.
- Midrange Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Resort, Lake Mburo Safari Lodge.
- Budget Accommodation: Arcadia cottages, Rwonyo camp.
Meal plan: FB
Day 16: Transfer back to Kampala
After breakfast early in the morning, you will set off to Kampala where you will have a city tour of Kampala to the King of Buganda palace, Bahai temple, The National Mosque and later, transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your scheduled flight which will mark the end of your memorable safari
END OF TOUR
The above 16 Days Uganda Primates Safari is Inclusive of:
- Experienced English Speaking Driver Guide and his expenses
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation and Meals on Bed and Breakfast in Kampala, Full Board on Safari
- Bottled water on board
- Chimpanzee Trekking Permit
- Gorilla Tracking Permit
- Park Entrance Fees
- City tour
- All Activities Mentioned on the Itinerary
The above 16 Days Uganda Primates Safari Excludes:
- Visas
- Insurance
- Air Tickets
- Drinks and Beverages
- Laundry