16 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari Holiday

Journey to Murchison Falls

After breakfast and a safari briefing, begin the journey toward Murchison Falls National Park.

The source itinerary includes a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rhino experience before continuing through the Masindi area.

Murchison Falls Experience

Continue toward Murchison Falls National Park and, depending on timing, visit the Top of the Falls for views of the Nile as it passes through the dramatic Murchison Falls.

Continue to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Morning Game Drive

Start early with a game drive on the northern bank of the Victoria Nile.

The safari provides opportunities to search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, Uganda kob, warthogs and other wildlife.

Victoria Nile Boat Cruise

After lunch, proceed to the pier for a launch cruise along the Victoria Nile toward the bottom of Murchison Falls.

Look for hippos, crocodiles and water-associated birds along the river.

Nile Delta Experience

Begin the day with an early boat excursion downstream toward the Nile Delta, where the river enters Lake Albert.

The source itinerary describes this as a longer boat experience of approximately five to six hours, with opportunities for birding and wildlife viewing.

Birding & Shoebill Opportunities

The Delta is highlighted in the source itinerary as an area where travellers may look for wetland birds, including possible shoebill sightings.

Return to the lodge for relaxation and overnight.

Transfer to Kibale

After breakfast, begin the journey from Murchison Falls toward Kibale National Park.

The route passes through the Albertine landscape and the countryside toward Fort Portal and Kibale.

Kibale Forest

Arrive around the Kibale area and settle into your accommodation in preparation for the following day's chimpanzee tracking experience.

Chimpanzee Tracking

After breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for briefing before beginning the chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest.

The source itinerary describes approximately four hours of chimpanzee tracking, during which you may encounter other forest primates and bird species.

Bigodi Swamp Experience

Depending on the confirmed arrangement, continue with a nature experience around Bigodi Swamp, known for forest and wetland biodiversity.

Journey to Queen Elizabeth

After breakfast, travel from Kibale toward Queen Elizabeth National Park through Fort Portal and the scenic foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains.

Continue toward the park and arrive around the Mweya area.

Evening Game Drive

Depending on arrival time, enjoy an evening game drive looking for wildlife across the savannah plains.

Morning Game Drive

Start the morning with a game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Look for elephants, buffaloes, lions, Uganda kob, warthogs and other wildlife.

Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

After lunch, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.

The channel is known for its concentration of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and waterbirds.

Forest Experience

Explore the natural environment of Maramagambo Forest with a guided forest walk.

The forest provides an opportunity to experience a different habitat from the open savannah landscapes encountered during the game drives.

Relaxation

After the forest experience, return to your accommodation and enjoy time to relax around Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Ishasha Wildlife

Travel toward the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Ishasha is known for its tree-climbing lions, while the area also supports elephants, buffaloes, topi and other wildlife.

Safari Experience

Enjoy game viewing through the Ishasha landscape before continuing toward the Bwindi region.

Tree-climbing lion sightings are possible but cannot be guaranteed.

Journey to Bwindi

Continue from Queen Elizabeth's Ishasha sector toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

The journey takes you through the scenic hills and countryside of southwestern Uganda.

Gorilla Trek Preparation

Arrive at your accommodation and prepare for the following day's gorilla trekking experience.

Mountain Gorilla Trekking

After breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for briefing before starting the mountain gorilla trekking experience.

The trek takes place through Bwindi's dense forest and mountainous terrain with park trackers and rangers.

Gorilla Encounter

Once the gorilla family is located, follow the ranger's instructions while observing the gorillas in their natural habitat.

The trekking duration depends on the location and movement of the gorilla family.

Optional Cultural Experience

Depending on time and arrangements, an optional cultural experience may be available after trekking.

Journey to Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, leave Bwindi and travel toward the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi.

The lake is surrounded by terraced hills and numerous small islands, creating one of southwestern Uganda's scenic landscapes.

Canoeing & Birding

Enjoy a canoe experience and birding around Lake Bunyonyi, depending on the confirmed arrangements.

Journey to Kisoro

Continue from Lake Bunyonyi toward Kisoro Town in southwestern Uganda.

Enjoy the spectacular highland scenery and views of the surrounding volcanic landscape.

Relaxation

The remainder of the day can be used for relaxation and preparation for the next day's optional experiences.

Kisoro Experience

Spend the day in and around Kisoro with optional experiences depending on permits, availability, fitness level and the arrangements confirmed for your safari.

Optional Activities

• Optional Nkuringo gorilla trekking, subject to permit availability
• Optional Rwanda gorilla tracking arrangements
• Hiking opportunities around Mount Muhavura, Gahinga or Sabinyo
• Mgahinga viewpoints and cultural experiences
• Garama Cave experience
• Birding and nature walks
• Cultural village experiences
• Lake Mutanda canoe experience
• Batwa cultural experience

Optional activities are not automatically included unless specifically confirmed in the safari quotation.

Journey to Lake Mburo

After breakfast, begin the journey from Kisoro toward Lake Mburo National Park.

The route passes through southwestern Uganda with a lunch stop around Mbarara before continuing toward the park.

Lake Mburo Wildlife

Depending on arrival time, enjoy an evening wildlife experience in the park.

Possible sightings include zebras, impalas, elands, topi, buffaloes and other wildlife.

Final Wildlife Experience

Begin the final day with a morning game drive or nature experience around Lake Mburo before breakfast or departure, depending on the confirmed schedule.

Return to Kampala or Entebbe

After breakfast, begin the journey toward Kampala or Entebbe International Airport.

The source itinerary includes travel through Mbarara and Masaka with an opportunity to stop at the Equator before continuing to your final destination.

Your safari ends with drop-off at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport according to your onward travel arrangements.