Discover Uganda's Best in 21 Days: Wildlife, Primate Encounters, and Natural Wonders tour

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Discover Uganda's Best in 21 Days: Wildlife, Primate Encounters, and Natural WondersTour Overview

Prepare to embark on the journey of a lifetime with our 21-day “Best of Uganda” Safari, a magnificent odyssey where the sprawling savannah meets the enchanting rainforest. This exceptional adventure offers an unrivalled opportunity to witness the African Big Five, captivating primate species, including the iconic gorillas and chimpanzees, and explore Uganda’s most diverse and awe-inspiring landscapes.

Day to day program of Discover Uganda's Best in 21 Days: Wildlife, Primate Encounters, and Natural Wonders tour

Day 1 – Entebbe to Jinja:

  • Arrive at Entebbe Airport, where your guide will extend a warm welcome.
  • Drive to Jinja, where you’ll settle into your hotel and enjoy dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Day 2 – Jinja Activities:

  • After a leisurely morning and hearty breakfast, gear up for an exhilarating day.
  • Experience white water rafting on the Mighty River Nile, an adventure suitable for all levels of experience.
  • Return to the hotel for dinner and another comfortable night’s rest.

Day 3 – Jinja to Kapchorwa:

  • Start your day with breakfast and a visit to the Source of the River Nile.
  • Continue your journey to Kapchorwa, with a scenic lunch stop along the way.
  • Upon arrival, explore the stunning Sipi Falls and enjoy a community tour, coffee experience, and a delightful dinner.

Day 4 – Kapchorwa Explorations:

  • After breakfast, embark on a nature walk to immerse yourself in the beauty of the surroundings.
  • Visit Siipi Falls and indulge in a community tour and coffee experience.
  • Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 5 – Kapchorwa to Kidepo Valley National Park:

  • Begin your journey to the remote and pristine Kidepo Valley National Park.
  • Along the way, relish a picturesque lunch stop.
  • Arrive at your hotel in Kidepo Valley NP, where you’ll have dinner and spend the night.

Day 6 – Kidepo Valley National Park Activities:

  • An early morning game drive awaits, offering opportunities to spot an array of wildlife, including lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and more.
  • Return to your hotel for lunch and later embark on an evening game drive.
  • Savour dinner and another night in the wilderness.

Day 7 – Kidepo Valley to Gulu:

  • After breakfast, set off for Gulu, where you’ll spend the night.
  • Enjoy a scenic journey, complete with a lunch stop along the way.

Day 8 – Gulu to Murchison Falls National Park:

  • Depart from Gulu after breakfast and make your way to Murchison Falls National Park.
  • Upon arrival, relish an evening game drive in the park.
  • End the day with dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 9 – Murchison Falls National Park Activities:

  • Start your day with an early morning game drive, seeking encounters with elephants, giraffes, lions, hippos, and more.
  • Return to your accommodation for lunch before embarking on a memorable boat cruise on the Nile.
  • Hike to the top of Murchison Falls for breathtaking views, capturing incredible photos.
  • Enjoy dinner and another night in this captivating wilderness.

Day 10 – Murchison Falls to Nakasongola:

  • Depart from Murchison Falls after breakfast and head to Nakasongola’s Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
  • Partake in a thrilling rhino trekking adventure.
  • Conclude the day with dinner and a restful night.

Day 11 – Nakasongola to Kibale Forest National Park:

  • After breakfast, journey through Masindi, Hoima, and Fort Portal to reach Kibale Forest National Park.
  • Check into your accommodation and settle in for dinner and the night.

Day 12 – Kibale Forest National Park Activities:

  • Enjoy a delightful breakfast and prepare for an exciting day.
  • Head to Uganda Wildlife Authority for a briefing before beginning your chimpanzee tracking adventure.
  • Afterwards, return to your lodging for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Day 13 – Kibale Forest to Queen Elizabeth National Park:

  • Breakfast is followed by a drive to Fort Portal, where you’ll have the option to visit Amabere Ganyina Mwiru and the falls.
  • Lunch will be enjoyed on the way to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
  • Check into your Queen Elizabeth accommodation and spend the night.

Day 14 – Queen Elizabeth National Park Activities:

  • Start the day with an early morning game drive in Kashenyi plains, seeking lions, buffaloes, antelopes, birds, and more.
  • Return to your lodge for lunch before embarking on a captivating boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, teeming with hippos.
  • End the day with dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 15 – Queen Elizabeth to Ishasha Sector:

  • After breakfast, drive to the Ishasha sector, known for its tree-climbing lions.
  • In the evening, set out for a game drive and seek these unique lions.
  • Return to your accommodation for dinner and rest.

Day 16 – Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park:

  • After breakfast, embark on a game drive and then continue your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
  • Settle into your accommodation in the unique jungle, one of the two places in the world where you can find mountain gorillas.
  • Enjoy dinner and a night in this enchanting forest.

Day 17 – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Activities:

  • Following breakfast and a briefing, venture into the forest for an unforgettable mountain gorilla tracking experience.
  • Return to your accommodation for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Day 18 – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Lake Bunyonyi:

  • After breakfast and some relaxation, drive to Lake Bunyonyi, the deepest and most beautiful lake in Uganda.
  • Take a boat cruise to explore the lake and visit its islands.
  • Return for dinner and a peaceful night by the lakeside.

Day 19 – Lake Bunyonyi Activities:

  • Start the day with breakfast followed by a boat cruise to cross the lake.
  • Visit the Pygmies, learn about their unique culture, and enjoy their traditional dances.
  • Lunch will be followed by optional activities like zip-lining, community tours, blacksmith smelting, and hiking.
  • Conclude the day with dinner and another night by Lake Bunyonyi.

Day 20 – Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park:

  • Depart from Lake Bunyonyi after breakfast and drive to Lake Mburo National Park.
  • Enjoy a boat cruise on the lake, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 21 – Lake Mburo National Park to Entebbe Airport:

  • Begin the day with a nature walk and a game drive.
  • Drive to Entebbe Airport for your departure flight, with a lunch stop and a visit to the Uganda Equator for photos and shopping along the way.

End of the Adventure:

  • Choose from our four accommodation options: Low Budget, Medium Budget, High Budget, or Luxury Budget.

This 21-day expedition through Uganda’s magnificent

Tour Inclusions

  1. Transport
  2. Accommodation and Meals
  3. Park entrance fees
  4. Boat cruises
  5. Guiding
  6. Gorilla permit

Tour Exclusions

What is not mentioned in the inclusions is excluded.

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