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Experience the beauty of Uganda with an 11-day safari featuring high-end lodge facilities throughout your journey. Visit Uganda’s premier national parks and enjoy luxurious accommodations in peaceful, exclusive retreats within the jungle, allowing you to immerse yourself in a tranquil wildlife environment.
Day 1: Kampala to Lake Mburo National Park
Our guide/driver will pick you up from your hotel or residence in Kampala at 7:30 am. We’ll drive to Mbarara (283km from Kampala) via Masaka, with a stop at the Equator crossing for snacks and photography. Upon arrival at Lake Mburo National Park, renowned for its zebras, impalas, buffaloes, hippos, topi, elands, and various bird species, enjoy an evening game drive. Overnight at Mihingo Safari Lodge. (Meals: Lunch and Dinner)
Day 2: Lake Mburo to Bwindi
Start the day with a morning boat cruise amidst hippos, then drive to Bwindi. En route, visit Igongo Cultural Village and the Ankole museum. After a lunch break at Agip Motel Mbarara, continue to Bwindi, home to a lush highland rainforest teeming with primates, exotic birds, and diverse flora. Dinner and overnight at Mahogany Springs. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 3: Bwindi Gorilla Trekking
After an early breakfast, embark on a guided trek to see the gorillas. This thrilling encounter is unforgettable as you observe the gorillas’ behavior. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a World Heritage site, hosts roughly half of the world’s mountain gorilla population. In the afternoon, explore the local community and experience their lifestyle. Dinner and overnight at Mahogany Springs. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 4: Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, head to Ishasha, the southern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive and picnic lunch before continuing to the northern sector of the park. Overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Begin the day with an early morning game drive to see lions, leopards, and other wildlife. Over 500 bird species inhabit the park, making it a bird-watcher’s paradise. After lunch, take a two-hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, observing hippos, buffaloes, elephants, and numerous bird species. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 6: Queen Elizabeth to Kibale National Park
After a morning coffee, drive to Kibale National Park, renowned for chimpanzee trekking. Overnight at Kyaninga Lodge, offering stunning views of a Crater Lake and the “Mountains of the Moon.” (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 7: Kibale Chimpanzee Trekking
After an early breakfast, head to Kanyanchu Tourist Centre for chimpanzee trekking. Kibale National Park boasts one of the highest densities of primates in Africa. In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, home to diverse flora, fauna, and bird species. Tour the crater region and visit local tea plantations. Overnight at Kyaninga Lodge. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 8: Kibale to Semuliki National Park
Hike to the Nyakasura Mabere caves and admire the pressured waterfalls. Then, drive to Semuliki National Park, known for its exotic primates, bird species, and shoreline game viewing. Overnight at Semuliki Safari Lodge. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 9: Semuliki to Murchison Falls National Park
Embark on a long drive to Murchison Falls National Park, with a lunch stop in Hoima. Overnight at Parra Safari Lodge. (Meals: Dinner)
Day 10: Murchison Falls National Park
Start with a cup of African coffee before crossing the Nile by ferry to the northern bank for a game drive. Spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and more. After breakfast and lunch at the lodge, take a boat safari on the Victoria Nile to the base of the falls, observing hippos, crocodiles, and various wildlife. Hike to the top of the falls and return to the lodge. Overnight at Parra Safari Lodge. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
Day 11: Murchison Falls to Kampala
Wake up early to photograph the sunrise and enjoy breakfast. Drive back to Kampala, visiting the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino trekking. After lunch, continue to Kampala for dinner and overnight at Kampala Serena Hotel. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
The safari package includes:
- Transportation by a 4WD vehicle
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
- Visits to Igongo Cultural Village and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Hike to the top of Murchison Falls
- Boat trips and ferry crossings
- Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits
- Park fees
- Community and nature walks
- Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
- Enroute lunches and game drives
Exclusions:
- Airport transfers
- Personal expenses such as visas, drinks, laundry, tips, telephone, porter fees, personal insurance, and tobacco.
Experience the adventure of a lifetime with this comprehensive and luxurious safari through Uganda’s stunning landscapes and wildlife.
