15-Day Luxury Northern & Western Uganda Safari

Price: $11,000

Accommodation: Exclusive luxury tented camps and lodges

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Kampala
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to a luxury hotel in Kampala. Meet your safari guide for a briefing and enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Day 2: Rhino Trekking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting guided trek to spot white rhinos in their natural habitat. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, stopping to experience the spectacular top of the falls where the Nile bursts through a narrow gorge. Check in to your luxury lodge for dinner and overnight.

Here is the detailed breakdown for Days 3 and 4 of the 15-Day Luxury Northern & Western Uganda Safari at Murchison Falls National Park:

Day 3: Full Day Game Drives in Murchison Falls National Park

• Begin early with a morning game drive starting around 6:30 AM on the northern banks of the park, best known for high concentrations of wildlife in vast savannah landscapes.
• Explore game drive tracks such as Buligi, Albert, or Victoria tracks, each offering unique wildlife viewing including elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, lions, leopards, antelopes, hyenas, and numerous bird species.
• Mid-morning, pause for refreshments or a picnic at scenic points like Nyamsika Cliffs where panoramic views meet wildlife spectacles.
• Continue game viewing during the early afternoon when animals are less active; this is often used for lodge rest or leisure.
• Late afternoon, embark on an evening game drive starting around 4:00 PM lasting 2-4 hours to witness nocturnal and crepuscular animal behaviors such as lions hunting or hippos emerging to graze.
• The drives are conducted in comfortable 4x4 safari vehicles with experienced guides and armed rangers ensuring safety and wildlife expertise.
• Dinner and overnight in your luxury lodge within the park, providing serene wilderness surroundings.

Day 4: Morning Game Drive and Nile River Boat Cruise

• Optional early morning game drive starting by 6:30 AM offering last chances to spot early risers among the wildlife.
• Return for breakfast and check out from your lodge.
• Proceed to an exclusive Nile river boat cruise along the Victoria Nile, between Paraa and the base of Murchison Falls.
• The cruise provides intimate views of hippos, crocodiles, elephants drinking at the riverbanks, and numerous bird species including fish eagles, kingfishers, and the rare shoebill stork.
• Opportunity to hike to the top of Murchison Falls is available, with spectacular views as the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge creating a thunderous roar.
• After the boat cruise, transfer to your next destination or lodge, concluding the Murchison Falls segment of your safari.

Day 5: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Travel to Kibale Forest, famous for its chimpanzee population. Check into a forest lodge surrounded by lush greenery and tranquility.

Day 6: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary Walk
Embark on a morning guided trek to spot habituated chimpanzees in the forest. The afternoon offers a community-guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary where guests learn about conservation and spot butterflies, birds, and monkeys.

Day 7: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, stopping for a boat cruise or game drive as time allows. Check into a luxury lodge within the park.

Day 8: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Arrival

• After a scenic drive through the Ishasha sector, known for the rare tree-climbing lions, arrive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
• Check into a luxury lodge within the park.
• Depending on arrival time, enjoy a relaxing afternoon or a short evening game drive to start wildlife viewing.
• Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 9: Full Day Game Drives and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

• Start early with a morning game drive focusing on the Kasenyi Plains, famed for large herds of Uganda kob, elephants, buffalo, and frequent sightings of lions and leopards.
• Return to the lodge for lunch and leisure.
• In the afternoon, enjoy a private boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a 32 km waterway connecting Lake George and Lake Edward.
• The boat cruise offers exceptional close-up views of large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles basking on the banks, and a variety of water birds like kingfishers, fish eagles, and hornbills.
• Return to the lodge for dinner, perhaps accompanied by cultural performances, and overnight stay.

Day 10: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via Ishasha Sector
Travel to Bwindi National Park crossing the Ishasha sector famed for its rare tree-climbing lions. Arrive and settle into a luxury lodge near Bwindi’s forest.

Day 11: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Experience the awe-inspiring trek to encounter endangered mountain gorillas led by passionate expert guides. The encounter lasts up to one hour with the gorilla family, creating unforgettable memories.

Day 12: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi and Relaxation
Depart Bwindi for Lake Bunyonyi, a tranquil highland lake surrounded by terraced hills. Check into a boutique lakeside lodge and enjoy the stunning views and optional boat trips around the lake’s islands.

Day 13: Lake Bunyonyi Island Exploration and Cultural Encounters
Spend the day exploring Lake Bunyonyi by boat, visiting local islands and communities. Engage with local people and learn about their customs and traditional crafts.

Day 14: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Travel to Lake Mburo, Uganda’s smallest savannah park. In the afternoon, enjoy a horseback safari or walking safari to observe zebras, impala, and numerous bird species up close.

Day 15: Morning Game Drive and Transfer Back to Kampala/Entebbe for Departure
Begin with a final morning game drive for last wildlife sightings. After breakfast, transfer back to Kampala or Entebbe International Airport for your onward flight.

This itinerary offers a comprehensive luxury experience combining Uganda’s premier wildlife parks with cultural immersion. It includes exclusive lodge stays, expert guides, and immersive activities tailored to enrich your understanding and enjoyment of Uganda’s natural and cultural treasures.