Journey to Jinja for a Sunset Boat Safari on the Nile, Exploring the Source of the Nile via Sezibwa Falls & Mabira Forest Reserve

Jinja - Begin the day with breakfast before driving through Kampala, heading east along the Kampala-Jinja highway to Jinja, the home of the Source of the Nile. Along the way, enjoy views of coffee, tea, and sugar plantations, as well as vibrant roadside fruit and vegetable markets.

The first optional stop is at Sezibwa Falls. The name “Ssezibwa” is a local expression meaning “something endless.” These falls are a significant cultural and spiritual site for the Baganda people and are among the top attractions in Uganda. Managed by the Buganda culture and tourism department, Sezibwa Falls feature sharp-edged rocks and a large pool below. The river Ssezibwa flows from the falls to Lake Kyoga. The area is home to small primates like Vervet and red-tailed monkeys, as well as snakes such as the African cobra, green mambas, and horned adder. Other wildlife includes otters, tadpoles, mongooses, and wild cats.

Mabira Central Forest Reserve - Alternatively, make a second optional stop at Mabira Rainforest, the largest forest in Central Uganda. Enjoy zip-lining or a two-hour trek to track the habituated Grey-cheeked Mangabeys, observe numerous birds, monkeys, and squirrels, and savor the aroma of an African jungle.

After optional activities at Mabira Central Forest Reserve, return to the main road and drive to Jinja for lunch, followed by a sunset boat safari to the spot where John Speke discovered the source of the Nile.

After the sunset boat safari, check in to Nile River Camp, Brisk Hotel Triangle, or Afro Smile Hotel & Guest House for dinner and an overnight stay.

Lunch, dinner, and bottled drinking water are included.

White Water Rafting, Tubing, Quad Biking, Kayaking, Horseback Riding, Visit to Busowoko Falls, or City Tour

Jinja - Enjoy breakfast before embarking on two pre-selected activities from the following options:

• White Water Rafting on the Nile River
• Tubing on the Nile River
• Quad biking
• Kayaking on the Nile River
• Horseback riding
• Visit to Busowoko Falls
• Tour Jinja City, including the Railway Museum

After completing the two chosen activities, return to your preferred accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bottled drinking water are included.

Journey to Gulu City with a Stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Wildlife Ranch for White Rhino Tracking

Gulu - After breakfast, transfer to Gulu City with a stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Wildlife Ranch for White Rhino tracking.

Arrive at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in the morning, place lunch orders, and enter the territory of southern white rhinos on foot, guided by well-trained rangers. Witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch is the only home of white rhinos in Uganda, located in Nakasongola district. Besides rhinos, the ranch hosts a variety of bird species and other wildlife, making it a popular destination for adventure seekers.

After the White Rhino trek, continue to Gulu City, arriving in the evening to check in to Boma Hotel Gulu or African Roots Guest House for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bottled drinking water are included.

Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park for an Afternoon (Sunset) Game Drive

Kidepo Valley National Park - After breakfast, transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park. The drive passes through Karamojong villages, offering splendid countryside views. Kidepo Valley National Park is Uganda’s most remote national park, yet those who journey north through the wild frontier region of Karamojong agree it is among Africa’s most magnificent wildernesses.

Arrive at Kidepo Valley National Park in the afternoon, have lunch, and embark on an afternoon/evening (sunset) game drive to see animals like zebras, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and lions.

After the game drive, check in to Kidepo Savannah Lodge or Zebra Safari Lodge – Kidepo for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bottled drinking water are included.

Morning (Sunrise) Game Drive & Afternoon Karamojong/IK Cultural Experience

Kidepo Valley National Park - During the morning game drive, a knowledgeable ranger will accompany you. The park is renowned for its large elephant population, diverse bird species, and big buffalo herds. Giraffes, lions, antelope, and waterbucks are also present, and with careful observation, you might spot elusive leopards.

In the afternoon, visit the Karamojong/IK Community. Spend time in a Karamojong/IK village learning about their traditional lifestyle, kraals, dances, manyattas, and colorful blankets. Enjoy an evening with the Karamojong & IK people, gaining insight into their way of life and beliefs. By the end of the tour, you’ll understand why their pride makes them slow to embrace globalization.

Return to your preferred accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bottled drinking water are included.

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park for an Afternoon (Sunset) Game Drive

Murchison Falls National Park - After breakfast, drive southwest to Murchison Falls NP, Uganda’s largest national park. The journey passes through Karamojong villages, offering splendid countryside views with several scenic stopovers. Stop in Gulu town for lunch and to purchase items before proceeding to the park.

Arrive at Murchison Falls NP in the afternoon, have lunch, and embark on an afternoon game drive to see elephants, buffalo, antelopes, and giraffes, with hopes of spotting lions and leopards. The game track network converges at Delta Point, where the Nile flows north out of Lake Albert, a convenient spot for refreshments and viewing water birds and distant hippos.

Afterward, check in to Fort Murchison Lodge, Red Chilli Hideaway, or Hornbill Bush Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water are included.

Morning (Sunrise) Game Drive, Afternoon Boat Safari on Victoria/Nile River & Sunset Game Drive, Murchison Falls NP

Murchison Falls National Park - Enjoy a safari breakfast before dawn to start the morning game drive at sunrise. This is the best time for wildlife spotting as animals are most active during the “golden hours.” Expect to see elephants, buffaloes, and various antelope species, and with luck, a lion or leopard.

Return for lunch, then embark on a three-hour boat safari upstream on the Victoria Nile to the falls, passing breathtaking scenery, crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes, water birds, and animals along the Nile. The boat will drop you near the waterfall for a hike (1-1.5 hrs) to the top of the falls.

Enjoy a short sunset game drive before returning to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water are included.

Top of the Falls Walk & Transfer to Kibale National Park for a Guided Walk in Nature at Crater Lakes & Plantation Walk

Fort Portal - Enjoy your last sunrise and breakfast in this beautiful national park with a walk to the top of Murchison Falls, lasting about 30 minutes to 1 hour. Marvel at the powerful falls, where the 50m-wide Nile is funneled into a 7-meter cleft in the rocks, dropping 40 meters with a thunderous roar, creating a rainbow and impressive spray.

Begin your journey from Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park through Fort Portal town, resting in the shadow of the fabled Mountains of the Moon. Enjoy spectacular views of the mountains and tea fields, with several scenic stopovers before reaching Fort Portal for lunch at Fort Portal Garden Restaurant.

Kibale National Park - In the afternoon, after lunch, embark on a guided Crater Lakes & Plantation Walk. The landscape south of Fort Portal is dotted with picturesque crater lakes, some over 400m deep. These lakes offer breathtaking beauty and excellent hiking opportunities, leading through crater lakes, villages, tea plantations, and waterfalls.

After the guided walk, check in to Lake Nkuruba Nature Reserve & Community Campsite, Kibale Forest Camp, or Kibale Forest Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bottled drinking water are included.

Visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary & Transfer to Semuliki National Park for a Guided Walk in Nature

Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary - After breakfast, delve deeper into the forest on a Swamp Walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, home to eight primate species, over 200 bird species, butterflies, and various reptiles. The swamp’s vegetation is a key attraction for plant lovers, with dominant species including common papyrus, polita fig trees, and wild palms. Alternatively, visit Kibale National Park for a Chimpanzee Tracking/Trekking experience (optional).

Guided Walk in Nature at Amabere Caves & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an Afternoon (Sunset) Game Drive

Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru Caves - After breakfast, enjoy a guided walk in nature at Amabere caves, viewing stalagmites, crater lakes, birds, and hill climbing. Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru Caves is a historic site believed to be the birthplace of the founding King of Bachwezi. The caves’ stalactites resemble a woman’s breasts, though some say they look more like a cow’s udder.

Queen Elizabeth National Park - After the guided walk, embark on an exciting drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, situated in the shadows of Mt. Rwenzori, with several stops for equator experiences and landscape viewing before reaching the park.

Arrive in the afternoon, have lunch, and embark on an afternoon game drive to see elephants, buffaloes, lions, bush pigs, and antelope families.

After the game drive, check in to The Bush Lodge, Pumba Safari Lodge, or Tembo Safari Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water are included.

Chimpanzee Trekking at Kyambura or Kalinzu Forest Reserve, Afternoon Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel & Sunset Game Drive

Kyambura Game Reserve (Kyambura Gorge) - Start the day early with breakfast before heading to Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park or Kalinzu Forest Reserve for a Chimpanzee Tracking/Trekking experience. Follow an experienced guide into the forest to observe these fascinating creatures up close. Watching them interact, groom, play, and forage is an incredible experience. While the chances of encountering chimpanzees are high at 90%, it is never 100% guaranteed as they are wild animals with their own wills and minds. The guide will provide detailed explanations about primates and all forest fauna and flora, ensuring an informative and enjoyable walk.

Kazinga Channel - Return for lunch, then head to Kazinga Channel for an exciting boat safari when the sun is high and animals gather at the river for a drink. Spot numerous hippos, herds of elephants, and buffalos bathing in the cooling waters. It will be a wonderful experience.

After the boat safari on Kazinga Channel, enjoy a sunset game drive before returning to your preferred accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water are included.

Morning (Sunrise) Game Drive at Ishasha Sector to Search for Tree Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi or Mgahinga

Queen Elizabeth National Park - Start the day early with breakfast, then embark on a morning (sunrise) game drive at Ishasha sector, Queen Elizabeth National Park. Instead of scanning the vast savannah grasslands, look up to find something lurking in the sycamore-fig trees.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - After the game drive, travel to the “Switzerland of Africa” area known as the Kigezi Highlands, with its terraced hillsides and winding roads. Enjoy spectacular views of the mountainous countryside, offering incredible photography opportunities. Notably, this “impenetrable forest” protects over 400 gorillas, approximately half of the world’s population, including several habituated groups that visitors can track.

Arrive in the late afternoon and check in to Gorilla Bluff Lodge, Ride 4 a Woman, or Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water are included.

Mountain Gorilla Tracking/Trekking & Batwa/Pygmies Community Experience

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - After breakfast, hike to the park headquarters, just meters from the lodge, for a briefing by UWA guides before transferring to the starting point for gorilla tracking. Enjoy gorilla tracking in Bwindi, which has the highest concentration of gorillas given its small size. The search for gorillas takes you through the thick, untamed rainforest, scrambling over mossy rocks and through deep undergrowth. Watching gorillas in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience. Experienced ranger guides will share information about the history and lifestyle of these gorillas.

After gorilla tracking, visit the Batwa community to learn about their traditions, including traditional dance, beer making, and fire setting, before checking in to Travellers Rest Hotel in Kisoro or Golden Monkeys Guest House for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bottled drinking water are included.

Golden Monkey Tracking/Trekking & Canoe/Boat Ride on Lake Bunyonyi

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park - Similar to gorilla trekking, embark on Golden Monkey tracking, starting with a pre-tracking briefing at the park headquarters. Hiking through the forests to see Golden Monkeys is less strenuous than gorilla tracking, as they live in lower areas, so tracking takes less than three hours. Spend one hour with the Golden Monkey family, taking photographs and observing their behavior. There is no minimum number of visitors, and the age limit is 12 years.

Lake Bunyonyi - In the afternoon, after lunch, enjoy a canoe ride on scenic Lake Bunyonyi. This lake is unique for its 29 islands, including the floating island and the punishment island, where young girls who became pregnant before marriage were abandoned.

Check in to Itambira Island, Seeds of Hope Hotel, or Bunyonyi Overland Resort for dinner and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water are included.

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park for an Afternoon (Sunset) Game Drive

Lake Mburo National Park - After an early breakfast, leave Lake Bunyonyi and drive to Lake Mburo National Park via Kabale Town. Be welcomed into the park by herds of zebra, buffalo, eland, and antelope grazing in the savannah grass.

Arrive in the afternoon, have lunch, and embark on an afternoon game drive, spotting zebras, buffalos, impalas, warthogs, and waterbucks. Bird enthusiasts will enjoy sightings of malachite kingfishers, African fish eagles, blue-headed weavers, Rufous long-tailed starlings, herons, pelicans, the rare shoebill, and cormorants.

After the game drive, check in to Hyena Hill Lodge or Eagles’ Nest Lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water are included.

Morning (Sunrise) Walking Safari or Guided Walk in Nature, Equator Experience & Departure

Lake Mburo National Park - Enjoy your last sunrise in this beautiful part of Uganda with a guided walk in nature (walking safari with a guide), spotting zebras, giraffes, eland, topi, antelope, and cape buffaloes up close. If time and conditions allow, take the trail to the top of the hills to see Lake Mburo and beyond. From this vantage point, enjoy a great view of nine of the twelve lakes surrounding Lake Mburo National Park.

Entebbe - After the walking safari (guided walk in nature), your guide will drive you across beautiful scenery back to Kampala or Entebbe, or drop you off at Entebbe International Airport three hours before your departure time, with a stopover at the equator for an equator experience and photo moments.

Please ensure your flight departure is after 6 pm at the earliest. For flights departing before 6 pm, an extra night in Entebbe can be arranged at an additional cost.

Please note: An alternative departure route is available (at an additional cost), or you can fly to Entebbe.

Did this safari cover all the items on your travel bucket list? If not, don’t worry. Specializing in tailor-made tours, we can customize this program to create your dream trip. Contact us to create your personalized program.

Breakfast, lunch, and drinking water are included.

• Morning, Afternoon & Sunset Game drives at Murchison Falls National Park
• Airport transfer
• Morning, Afternoon & Sunset Game drives at Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Chimps Tracking permits at Kyambura Gorge or Kalinzu Forest Reserve
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Kanarok Hot-Springs Experience at Kidepo Valley National Park
• Breakfast
• White Water Rafting or Tubing or Horseback riding or Quad biking or Tour Busowoko Falls OR City Tour
• Walking Safari at Lake Mburo National Park
• Guided walk in Nature at Crater Lakes & Plantations
• Morning, Afternoon & Sunset Game drives at Lake Mburo National Park
• Morning & Afternoon Game drives at Kidepo Valley National Park
• Guided walk in Nature at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary (KAFRED)
• Mountain Gorilla Tracking permits at Bwindi Impenetrable (USD 800 per person)
• Guided walk in Nature at Semuliki National Park
• White Rhinos Tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Wildlife Sanctuary
• Boat safari on Delta River/Albert Nile River, Murchison Falls National Park
• Equator Experience & Photo moments
• Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel, Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Karamojong or IK Community Visit or Cultural Visit at Kidepo Valley National Park
• Top of Murchison Falls Walk at Murchison Falls National Park
• Golden Monkeys at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
• Full-time English-speaking Driver/Guide
• Bottled drinking water on all days en-route
• Guided walk in Nature at Amabere Caves, Nyakasura, Fort Portal Tourism city
• Batwa Community Visit for them to take you through their traditional activities
• Boat safari on Nile River to view Source of the Nile River
• Full Board Accommodation and en-route meals as indicated in the itinerary
• All en-route meals
• All Park entrance fees
• Ostriches Experiences at Kidepo Valley National Park
• All relevant Government Taxes
• Ground Transportation by a 4×4 Safari Van or Land Cruiser vehicle fully fuelled
• Vehicle Park entry fees
• Boat/Canoe ride on the beautiful scenic Lake Bunyonyi
• Mountain Gorillas Tracking at Bwindi Impenetrable/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
• Park Ranger

• Airfares (International Air tickets and airport taxes)
• Visa Fees
• Personal Insurance
• Expenses of personal nature such as; drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages), tips, laundry etc
• Accommodation on your first night before the safari start & last night after the safari in Uganda
• Any other items which are not included in the above itinerary

Experience Uganda from North to South: Kidepo Valley National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Start by heading to the untouched wilderness of Kidepo Valley National Park. From there continue the journey to the south with highlights of Boat-safaris, Game-drives and Chimps trekking on the way. In the south you will meet the gentle giants of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the Mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys. Along the way you discover Uganda’s varied nature and friendly people.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.