Day 3: Game Drive & Boat Safari to the Falls

Start your day early with a sunrise game drive across the northern plains of Murchison Falls National Park. This is the best time to spot predators such as lions and hyenas, as well as elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes.

Enjoy a bush breakfast in the wilderness before continuing your exploration.

In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of the powerful Murchison Falls. This is one of the most dramatic natural spectacles in Africa, where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before plunging down.

You will then hike to the top of the falls for breathtaking views before returning to your lodge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Nature Walk & Evening Game Drive

Today offers a more relaxed pace. Enjoy a guided nature walk within the park, giving you a chance to appreciate smaller details of the ecosystem—tracks, plants, and birdlife.

Spend the afternoon at leisure at your lodge, enjoying the scenery and wildlife around you.

In the evening, head out for another game drive to catch species that may have been missed earlier.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast, begin your scenic journey to Kibale National Park. The drive offers views of the Albertine Rift Valley and Lake Albert.

You will pass through Fort Portal, known for its beautiful landscapes and as the gateway to western Uganda.

Arrive in Kibale in the evening and check into your lodge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge
Midrange: Turaco Treetops

Day 6: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Walk

After an early breakfast, head to Kibale Forest headquarters for a briefing before embarking on chimpanzee tracking.

Kibale is home to one of the highest densities of primates in Africa. Trek through the forest with experienced guides in search of chimpanzees. Once found, you will spend one hour observing them in their natural habitat.

In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided walk. This community-run project is rich in birdlife and offers cultural insights into local traditions.

Return to your lodge for relaxation.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Enjoy a relaxed morning before departing for Queen Elizabeth National Park. En route, visit the scenic crater lakes region and enjoy panoramic views.

Arrive at your lodge and check in before heading out for an evening game drive.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge
Midrange: Twin Lakes Lodge

Day 8: Game Drive, Cultural Experience & Kazinga Channel Cruise

Begin your day with an early morning game drive and bush breakfast.

Later, visit Lake Katwe to learn about traditional salt mining and interact with local communities.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, known for its high concentration of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birdlife.

Return to your lodge in the evening.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Mburo National Park, with a stop in Mbarara and lunch at the Igongo Cultural Centre, where you will learn about Ankole culture.

Arrive at Lake Mburo and enjoy a boat cruise followed by an evening game drive.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge

Day 10: Return to Entebbe – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed departure from Lake Mburo. Begin your journey back to Entebbe with stops at the Uganda Equator and Mpambire Drum Makers for a cultural experience.

Arrive in Entebbe in time for your departure flight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Safari Inclusions

• All park entrance and conservation fees
• Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
• Chimpanzee tracking permit in Kibale National Park
• Boat cruises (Murchison Falls & Kazinga Channel & Lake Mburo)
• Game drives and guided nature walks
• Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Professional English-speaking driver/guide
• Accommodation for 9 nights (based on selected category)
• All meals as indicated
• Bottled drinking water during the safari
• Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
• Cultural visits (Igongo Cultural Centre, Mpambire)

Safari Exclusions

• International and domestic flights
• Uganda visa fees
• Travel insurance (mandatory but not included)
• Optional activities not listed
• Alcoholic and soft drinks
• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
• Extra accommodation before or after the tour