arrival in uganda

Entebbe - Beautiful safaris Uganda guide will meet you at Entebbe Airport, pick you up, and drive to a guest house in entebbe and pass through the itinerary and breifying of the safari

transfer to murchison falls and en-route visit Ziwa

Murchison Falls National Park - Our adventure begins at 8 am when we will transfer from Entebbe Old Town or downtown Kampala to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to the only wild rhinos in Uganda. Rhinos became extinct in Uganda in the early 1980s and the Ziwa site is being used as a breeding site for black and white rhinos. During our 2 hours at the sanctuary, we will see these creatures roaming around the 7,000 hectares of land and see their daily interactions.

As we leave the rhinos behind, we will proceed to Murchison Falls National Park, on the shore of Lake Albert where the River Nile roars through a narrow gap creating the Murchison Falls. We will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

morning game drive and afternoon boatcruise

Murchison Falls National Park - Wake up to an exhilarating start to the day as we embark on a game drive in the park to spot elephants, lions, giraffe, and other wildlife. This Murchison Falls safari does not stop on the land because, in the afternoon, we will take a relaxing boat trip on the iconic River Nile where, if we’re lucky, we’ll have a chance to see crocodiles, hippos, and an array of rare birds. We will see for ourselves the point where the River Nile joins Lake Albert, which is one of the major highlights of this trip. Feel the immense power and force of the falls as the spray hits your face and you listen to the deafening roar of the water. At the end of the boat trip, we will hike the famous ‘Top of the Falls’ where we have spectacular views of the Murchison Falls along the Nile River, a perfect photo opportunity for the budding photographers. We will return to our lodge for dinner and a good night’s sleep.

transfer to kibale national park

Kibale National Park - Day 3 is a day of driving, but fear not, you will still be entertained! On our journey, we will pass the time by marvelling at the scenic views of the Ugandan countryside, leaving Murchison Falls National Park behind and driving southwards to Kibale Forest National Park. The drive to Kibale will go through major western towns of Hoima and Fort Portal. We will arrive at Kibale in the early evening.

chimpanzee trekking and bigodi swamp walk

Kibale National Park - Day 4 starts with us heading to the Kibale forest immediately after breakfast to track the chimpanzees in their forest home. If we are lucky on the trek, we may encounter other different species of monkeys in the Kibale forest. These include colobus monkeys, olive baboons, and red-tailed monkeys. In the afternoon, you can choose to join our optional activity and visit Bigodi Swamp Sanctuary known as a ‘birder’s paradise’.

Transfer to queen elizabeth national park

Queen Elizabeth National Park - In the morning we will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal Crater Lakes, perhaps Uganda’s most iconic sight. These volcanic craters formed some 8,000 to 10,000 years ago and they provide an idyllic backdrop to the extensive hiking trail network in the area. Here, you will be able to enjoy the amazing views of western Uganda’s tea farmlands and plantations. If the weather is good, we’ll get a chance to spot the Rwenzori Mountain Escarpment in the distance. After a day full of spectacular views, we’ll check in to the lodge and relax in preparation for the following day’s game drives.

morning game and afternoon boatcruise on kazinga channel

Queen Elizabeth National Park - Once again, we will start our morning with a game drive where we can expect to spot wildlife species such as elephants, buffaloes, side-striped jackals, hyena, leopards, lions, warthogs, Uganda kobs, and giant forest hogs. What a way to start the day!

After lunch, we’ll take a boat trip along the Kazinga Channel where we will continue our wildlife spotting, this time we will see hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, bathing elephants, and a range of beautiful birds. This will undoubtedly be another highlight of your tour.

Game drive through ishasha sector and transfer to bwindi impentrabel national park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - On the way to Bwindi National Park, we will drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, popularly known for the tree-climbing lions. Unlike their counterparts at the Kasenyi plains, the lions at Ishasha have found a way to climb the fig trees to enjoy the warm temperatures. While the sighting of the tree-climbing lions is not 100% guaranteed, a stopover at Ishasha is worth a visit! We will spend the night at Bwindi National Park.

bwindi gorilla trekking

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Today is the day that many of you will have been waiting for. We will embark on a full-day adventure to track the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Forest National Park. The trek will commence with a short briefing on gorillas trekking rules to ensure the safety of both the guests and the gorillas. We will then start the trek into the Impenetrable Forest to encounter the gentle giants of Bwindi National Park.​ We will follow the expert guides, looking for signs of the gorillas and changing direction accordingly until we find them. After this rare and memorable experience is over, we will spend the rest of the day and night in Bwindi National Park.

batwa trail in bwindi

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - oday is a unique opportunity to learn about the tragic history of these local communities through a variety of activities. Choose between the Batwa cultural experience where you visit a local community and learn about their way of life

transfer to lake bunyonyi

Transfer to lake mburo national park

Lake Mburo National Park - We will drive from Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park in the early afternoon. There is a scheduled stopover at Igongo Cultural Center in Mbarara for a short coffee break. Join a night game drive at Lake Mburo National Park in the evening to try and spot leopards.

morning game drive and transfer to kampala

Entebbe - After early morning breakfast, we drive through Lake Mburo National Park for a morning game drive to drive spot various wildlife species, including zebras, topis, giraffes, and Impala, Uganda kobs, and many more! After the game sighting, drive to Entebbe with a scheduled stopover at the Equator crossing.

mabamba swamp shoebill tour and transfer for flight

Mabamba Swamp - The Mabamba wetland, located west of Entebbe, is one of the best and most convenient places to encounter the elusive shoebill and a prime birding site. After a few minutes in a small canoe, the papyrus reeds open up into a flat grassy wetland where several shoebills are regularly sighted. The shoebills are most relaxed in the morning when they stalk their main prey( fish or frogs) though they can be spotted all day. The shoebills may stand still for long periods awaiting the movements of their prey and then suddenly strike with astonishing speed.
To get to the Mabamba swamp, we will drive from the guest house in Entebbe to the landing site on Lake Victoria, where you will join a boat to the swamp. The boat allows you to see many birds that you may otherwise miss.
After the Mabamba trek, you will return to the Entebbe guest house for a rest, and later in the evening, be dropped off at Entebbe airport & depart to your next destination.

• Private transportation
• Game drive fee and boat cruise fee included
• On-board WiFi access
• All meals covered: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Park entry fee included
• Meals en-route provided

• activities not mentioned in itinerary
• lodges not mentioned in the itnerary