The 10 days wildlife safari in Uganda allows you to explore the country’s most stunning wilderness destinations as you catch a glimpse of the magnificent savanna wildlife species as well as primates in jungles. A 10 days Uganda safari takes you through Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale Forest National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 2: Wildlife viewing and boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 3: Depart to Kibale Forest National Park
- Day 4: Chimpanzee trekking and depart to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 5: Nature walk and Boat cruise
- Day 6: Depart to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
- Day 7: Gorilla trekking and Nature walk
- Day 8: Depart to Lake Mburo National Park
- Day 9: Game drives in Lake Mburo National Park, transfer to Kampala
- Day 10: Depart to Entebbe Wildlife Education Center and after connect to Entebbe International Airport
FULL ITINERARY
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
Following breakfast in the morning, you will set off from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park. Stopover in Masindi for lunch and after continue to Murchison Falls National Park where you will connect to the top of the falls for a memorable views and roar of the mighty River Nile as it squeezes itself into 8 meter gorge. After, you will have check in the lodge of your choice for where you will spend the night at:
Luxury Accommodation: Bakers Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, Pakuba Game Lodge.
Midrange Accommodation: Tree House Lodge, Fort Murchison Lodge, Sambiya River Safari Lodge.
Budget Accommodation: Heritage Lodge, Red chilie Rest Camp.
Meal Plan: HB
Day 2: Wildlife viewing and Boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast in the morning you will embark on an early morning game drive to the sight wildlife species like leopards, giraffes, and several antelope family, Uganda Kobs, elephants, buffaloes, birdlife, lions and many more. Return to the lodge for lunch and after set off for the afternoon launch cruise towards the might Murchison Falls National Park and along the Nile you will catch a glimpse of hippos, crocodiles and several avian species especially the kingfishers. After, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight at your Lodge as above.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 3: Depart to Kibale National Park
Following breakfast in the morning, you will be transferred from Murchison Falls National Park to Kibale Forest National Park. You will have lunch in Fort portal and after you will continue to the park as you catch a glimpse of the stunning surrounding areas. Upon arrival, you will embark on a guided nature walk in Bigodi wetland sanctuary to view several species of birds, primates, butterflies. After, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight at:
Luxury Accommodation: primates lodge, Kyaninga Lodge, Crater Safari Lodge.
Midrange Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp, Chimp’s Nest.
Budget Accommodation: Rweteera Safari Park.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 4: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park and depart to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast in the morning you will gather at Kanyanchu visitor center for briefing from the park official on the general behavior while at the forest tracking the chimpanzees. You will be grouped into six people per group and assigned one tour guide who will then lead you to the forest to look out for these magnificent primates in the wild.
Along the way you will catch a glimpse of Red tailed monkeys, Black and white colobus monkeys, baboons as well as some bird species especially the blue headed sunbird, African pitas, red faced woodland warbler, black and white casqued hornbill. After, you will have lunch and depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will embark on an evening wildlife viewing around Queen Elizabeth National Park for several wildlife species like elephants, buffaloes, lions and many more. After, you will transfer to the lodge where you will spend a night at
Luxury Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Lodge, Park view Lodge.
Midrange Accommodation: Enganzi Lodge, Ihamba Lodge, Bush Lodge.
Budget Accommodation: Simba Camp.
Meal Plan: FB.
Day 5: Nature walk and Launch cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
You will have breakfast in the morning and after set off to Maramagambo forest where you have a chance to view some of the forest birdlife, chimpanzees and several primates and the python caves. After, you have lunch and then embark on an exciting launch cruise on the Kazinga channel where you will have the opportunity to encounter lots of crocodiles, hippos, topis, buffaloes and avian species such as the African skimmer, marital eagle, corncrake and many more. After return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay at the lodge as above.
Meal Plan: FB.
Day 6: Depart to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Following breakfast in the morning, you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable along the Ishasha sector where you will catch a glimpse of the rare tree climbing lions. After you will have lunch in Ishasha Wilderness Camp and after visit River Ishasha to view bushbucks, crocodiles and many others. After, you proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park where you will have dinner and overnight at:
Luxury Accommodation: Gorilla Forest Camp, Buhoma Lodge, Silverback Lodge.
Midrange Accommodation: Ruhija Gorilla Lodge, Broadbill Camp.
Budget Accommodation: Buhoma Community Bandas, Bwindi view Bandas.
Meal Plan: FB.
Day 7: Gorilla trekking and nature walk in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Breakfast early in the morning and after connect to the park headquarters for briefing on rules and regulations for gorilla tracking in Bwindi where you will also be assigned a gorilla group to track in a group of eight visitors. You will have an hour of face to face encounter with these dramatic apes in the wild and after return to the lodge for rest and lunch and then visit the Batwa community for Batwa pygmy cultural dances and traditions. After, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay as above.
Meal Plan: FB.
Day 8: Depart from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park to Lake Mburo National Park
Following breakfast in the morning, you will be transferred to Lake Mburo National Park. Along the way you will catch a glimpse of the stunning sceneries around Kabale. Upon arrival you will set off for boat cruise where you will sight species like crocodiles, eland, impala, zebra and several savanna wildlife species. After you will return to your preferred lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight at
Luxury Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge, Mantana Lodge, Rwakobo Lodge.
Midrange Accommodation: Mburo Safari Lodge, Mpogo Lodge, Eagle’s Nest Lodge
Budget Accommodation: Arcadia Cottages, Rwonyo Rest Camp.
Meal Plan: FB
Day 9: Game drive in Lake Mburo National Park and after drive back to Kampala
Following breakfast in the morning, you will set off to the wilderness to sight several savanna wildlife species like zebras, impalas, topis, warthogs, buffaloes and many birdlife. After, you will drive back to the lodge to check out and then continue to Kampala. You will have lunch in Mbarara and not to miss to stop at the Uganda Equator for memorable photography. After, proceed to Kampala where you will spend a night at Serena Hotel, Sheraton Hotel, Cassia Lodge or Tourist Hotel.
Meal Plan: BB.
Day 10: Depart to Uganda Wildlife Education Center
Following breakfast in the morning, you will set off to Entebbe Wildlife Education Center (Zoo) to view several wild animals and birdlife and after drive to Entebbe International Airport for your scheduled flight back home and this will mark the end of your 10 days Uganda wildlife safari.
END OF TOUR
What is included
- Game drive fees
• Gorilla trekking permit
• Chimpanzee trekking permit
• Launch cruise
• Nature walks
• Cultural encounters
• Transport
• Accommodation for 9 nights and meals
• English speaking driver guide
Safari exclusions
• Personal expenses such as tips, alcoholic drinks, laundry, telephone bills and many more
• Insurance
• Airport fares
• Extra activities not included in the itinerary