Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the heart of Uganda, a land where lush landscapes and vibrant wildlife collide in spectacular fashion. This carefully curated safari takes you to some of the country’s most iconic destinations, each offering a unique glimpse into the wonders of nature. Begin your journey in the breathtaking Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where the majestic mountain gorillas roam freely in their dense rainforest habitat. Then, unwind beside the serene waters of Lake Bunyonyi, adorned with stunning islands and rolling hills.
Venture into Queen Elizabeth National Park, a haven for diverse wildlife and mesmerizing ecosystems, before delving into the enchanting Kibale National Park, home to our closest primate relatives, the chimpanzees. Experience the magic of Murchison Falls National Park, with its dramatic waterfalls and thrilling game drives, and don’t miss the opportunity to connect with nature on an exhilarating rhino tracking adventure at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
This safari promises not just breathtaking scenery and thrilling encounters but also a profound connection to the rich tapestry of life that Uganda has to offer. Join us for an extraordinary expedition that will leave you with lasting memories and a deeper appreciation for the wild wonders of this incredible destination.
You will be picked up around 8:00 AM from either Kampala or Entebbe by our guide, who will brief you about your tour. After the briefing, you will be driven in a comfortable and secure touring vehicle to the extreme southwest of the country, which will take approximately 8 hours. Lunch will be provided en route in Mbarara. You will arrive late in the evening for an overnight stay and relaxation at a resort that offers stunning views of the lake and scattered islands, as you prepare for the next day’s adventure.
You will start your day with an early breakfast at 6:30 AM. After that, with your packed lunch, you will head to the Park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking rules at 7:30 AM.
The trek to find the gorillas will take place through thick undergrowth and creepers, accompanied by your guides. This journey can last anywhere from 1 to 8 hours. Although the forested landscape is dense, it is interspersed with numerous animal trails that allow for access by tourists. Once you locate the gorillas, you will spend some time with them before transferring to Lake Bunyonyi.
The drive to Lake Bunyonyi will take you through the stunning regions of the country, often referred to as “the Switzerland of Africa” due to its uniquely cool weather, even though it is near the Equator. Lake Bunyonyi is considered one of the most beautiful places in western Uganda. It is the second-deepest lake in Africa, reaching depths of 900 meters, and one of the few places in the country where it is safe to swim, as it is free from bilharzia.
Please note that depending on your arrival time at Lake Bunyonyi, you may have the option to pay an additional fee for activities such as a Community Walk, Canoe Ride, Boat Ride, Bicycle Ride, Bird Watching, or Cray Fishing. You can arrange and pay for these activities directly at your accommodation, either on the same day of your arrival or the next day before departing for Ishasha.
After breakfast, you will set off for the Ishasha Sector. You are expected to arrive in the afternoon, check into your lodge, and enjoy lunch before taking some time to relax until sunset.
In the afternoon, you will embark on an evening game drive in the Ishasha Sector. After the drive, you will return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, you will be taken to the Ishasha Sector, renowned for its tree-climbing lions that lounge in the branches while keeping a watchful eye on herds of Uganda kob, their preferred prey. You may have the opportunity to spot these lions as you head to your lodge.
In the afternoon, you will embark on a boat cruise along the beautiful Kazinga Channel. This cruise offers a close-up view of various water animals, including hippos, buffalos, crocodiles, and elephants bathing along the channel banks. Additionally, you will encounter a variety of bird species, particularly the famous shoebill, pelicans, and jacanas, along the water’s edge.
After breakfast you will take a packed lunch and head for game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park to see Africa’s highly famed “Big 5”, Bush Bucks, Giant Hogs, Antelopes, Waterbucks and plenty of birds. . Later in the evening you will be transferred to Kibale Forest National Park.
The activity begins at 8.00 am with a briefing of the rule for trekking the chimpanzees after which you set off to search for them in the forest. Kibale Forest National Park boasts the highest number of primate species in the world, including the chimpanzees. Approximately 5,000 chimpanzees live in the wild in Uganda, which makes it a perfect place to spot them! An experienced ranger will take you chimp tracking in the morning. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will spend an hour with them and then head back to the accommodation for Lunch.
Post Lunch you will be taken for Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk This is a guided swamp walk that takes you closer seeing primates mostly monkeys, birds and butterflies. The wetland is a birder’s paradise with about 138 species and is best known for being home to the Great Blue Turaco.
This is a 2.5 – 3 hour walk and is a must for bird lovers. The walk is almost as popular as the Kibale Forest Walk. You will need good walking shoes since part of the walk is sometimes muddy. Hopefully you will spot the elusive Sitatunga antelope and the Shoebill Stork. This is nothing to be missed. You will meet some of the primates here, even a chimpanzee at times. Other primate species include the black-and-white colobus, grey-cheeked mangabey, red-tailed, l’Hoest’s and blue monkeys, and olive baboons. Also, Bushbucks and mongooses and many more can also be found here. There is also an abundance of butterflies. Bigodi Sanctuary is located outside the park in Magombe Swamp.
After breakfast you will be transferred to Murchison Falls National Park which will take around 7/8 hours of drive, Head straight to tour the Top and bottom of majestic falls, where the Nile crashes through a 7 metres gorge to the falls 45 metres. Numerous scenic viewpoints are a photographers’ delight, The most impressive view of the foaming waters rushing into the gorge with a deafening roar.
You will set off at 6:30 am cross to the northern bank of river Nile head for a sunrise game drive in the Nyamsika plateau to see the Cape buffaloes, Rothschild’s giraffes, Uganda kob, hartebeest and waterbucks. You may also spot oribi, bushbuck, Bohor reedbuck, shy sitatunga, bush duiker, warthog and bush pig plus large carnivores including lions, leopards and spotted hyenas. Chimpanzees and olive baboons head the list of six species of primates found in the park. Crocodiles and hippos will be seen along the banks of the Nile. Some of the more common birds that can be seen include goliath heron, Egyptian geese, pelican, bee- eaters, kingfishers, hornbill, cormorant, saddle-bill stork and the rare shoebill stork.
You will return to your lodge for a late breakfast and some relaxation before setting off in the afternoon for a Boat cruise on the placid Victoria Nile, upstream, to the base of the falls. En route you will see hippos, crocodiles, water buck and a wide variety of birds including the unusual shoebill stork. The boat stops just tens of meters from the “Devil’s Cauldron” for pictures to be taken of the photogenic and majestic Murchison Falls.
After an early morning breakfast, drive to top of Falls and then depart with great memories of the moments spent at Murchison falls, You will be driven to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, after a briefing from the ranger you trek the sanctuary for close to two hours. With Lunch en-route you will be transferred back to Kampala (or Entebbe).
After an early morning breakfast, depart with great memories of the moments spent at Murchison falls, You will be driven to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, after a briefing from the ranger you trek the sanctuary for close to two hours. With Lunch en-route you will be transferred back to Kampala (or Entebbe).
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