14 Days Uganda Safari Tour – Explore the Pearl of Africa

Activities:

Rhino tracking at Ziwa , Game drives in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo , Boat cruise on the Nile River , Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel , Boat cruise on Lake Mburo , Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest , Gorilla trekking in Bwindi , Batwa cultural experience , Bird watching , Nature walks , Relaxation at Ssese Islands

Duration:

14 Days / 13 Nights

Type:

Wildlife Safari, Primate Trekking, Gorilla Trekking, Cultural Experience, Boat Cruises, Nature Exploration

Destination:

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park – Kibale Forest National Park – Queen Elizabeth National Park – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Mgahinga Gorilla National Park – Lake Mburo National Park – Ssese Islands

This 14 Days Uganda Safari Tour takes you through the very best attractions in Uganda. On this journey, you will explore national parks, forests, rivers, lakes, and cultural communities. Uganda is known as the Pearl of Africa because of its natural beauty, rich wildlife, and friendly people.

You will begin your safari with a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to see rhinos in the wild. In Murchison Falls National Park, you will witness the mighty River Nile forcing itself through a narrow 7-meter gorge to create the powerful Murchison Falls. You will enjoy exciting game drives and a boat cruise on the Nile where you will see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and many other animals.

In Kibale Forest National Park, the primate capital of the world, you will track chimpanzees and see up to 13 different primate species. In Queen Elizabeth National Park, you will enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, and many other animals. You will also visit the Ishasha sector to see the famous tree-climbing lions.

The safari continues to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the highest population of endangered mountain gorillas. You will trek through the forest and spend one unforgettable hour with these gentle giants. In Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, you will experience the Batwa cultural trail and learn about the forest people and their traditional way of life.

Your journey ends with wildlife viewing in Lake Mburo National Park and relaxation at the beautiful Ssese Islands on Lake Victoria. This safari combines wildlife, nature, adventure, culture, and relaxation into one complete experience.

Tour Details

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kampala

On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our company driver will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Kampala. Depending on your arrival time, you may take an optional city tour to visit the Uganda Museum, craft markets, and historical sites.

Accommodation:
Luxury – Serena Hotel
Mid-range – Imperial Royal Hotel
Budget – Forest Cottages

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park – Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After breakfast, you will depart for Murchison Falls National Park. The journey takes about 5–6 hours. On the way, you will stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola to track rhinos on foot with a ranger guide.

After lunch, continue to the park and visit the Top of the Falls where the River Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge and falls with a loud roar. This is one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world.

Accommodation:
Luxury – Paraa Safari Lodge
Mid-range – Sambiya River Lodge
Budget – Bwana Tembo Safari Camp

Day 3: Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Nile

You will start the day with an early morning game drive. During the drive, you may see elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, bushbucks, and hyenas.

In the afternoon, enjoy a 3-hour boat cruise on the River Nile to the bottom of the falls. You will see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and many bird species.

Accommodation: Same as Day 2

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest National Park, known as the primate capital of the world. The drive is scenic and passes through beautiful countryside. Lunch will be taken on the way.

Accommodation:
Luxury – Kyaninga Lodge
Mid-range – Primate Lodge
Budget – Kibale Forest Camp

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

After breakfast, go to the park headquarters for a briefing before starting chimpanzee tracking. You will walk in the forest with experienced guides in search of chimpanzees. You may also see monkeys, baboons, birds, butterflies, and unique plants.

In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for bird watching and a community walk.

Accommodation: Same as Day 4

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Boat Cruise

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. After lunch, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward and Lake George.

You will see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and many bird species along the shores. This cruise offers great photography opportunities.

Accommodation:
Luxury – Mweya Safari Lodge
Mid-range – Park View Safari Lodge
Budget – Ihamba Lodge

Day 7: Game Drive and Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions

Enjoy an early morning game drive on the Kasenyi Track. This area has many animals including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, bushbucks, and topis.

Later, visit the Ishasha sector to search for the famous tree-climbing lions resting in fig trees.

Accommodation: Same as Day 6

Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda. This park is mountainous and covered with thick forest. It is home to almost half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.

Accommodation:
Luxury – Mahogany Springs Lodge
Mid-range – Silverback Lodge
Budget – Buhoma Community Rest Camp

Day 9: Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Mgahinga

After an early breakfast, go to the park headquarters for a briefing before starting your gorilla trek. The trek may take between 1–9 hours depending on where the gorillas are located.

Once you find them, you will spend one full hour observing them as they feed, play, and rest. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Later, transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

Accommodation:
Luxury – Gorilla Safari Lodge
Mid-range – Nkuringo Safari Lodge
Budget – Travellers’ Rest Kisoro

Day 10: Batwa Cultural Trail Experience

Wake up early and join the Batwa cultural trail experience. The Batwa are known as the forest people. You will walk through the forest with Batwa guides who will show you how they hunted, gathered food, made fire, and used herbs for medicine.

You will also visit Garama Cave and listen to traditional stories and songs.

Accommodation: Same as Day 9

Day 11: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park – Boat Cruise

After breakfast, drive to Lake Mburo National Park. After lunch, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Mburo where you may see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds.

Accommodation:
Luxury – Mihingo Safari Lodge
Mid-range – Mburo Safari Lodge
Budget – Lake View Resort Hotel

Day 12: Game Drive – Transfer to Ssese Islands

Start the day with a morning game drive. You may see zebras, giraffes, elands, Uganda kobs, topis, and duikers.

After lunch, transfer to Bukakata Landing Site in Masaka and take a ferry to Ssese Islands.

Accommodation:
Luxury – Brovad Sands Lodge
Mid-range – Mirembe Beach Resort
Budget – Pearl Beach Resort Hotel

Day 13: Relaxation at Ssese Islands

Enjoy a relaxing day at Ssese Islands on Lake Victoria. You may take a boat ride to nearby islands. Optional activities include quad biking, nature walks, fishing, canoe rides, village visits, BBQ dinners, and evening bonfires.

Accommodation: Same as Day 12

Day 14: Departure

After breakfast, depart the islands around 8:00 AM and transfer back to Entebbe International Airport for your flight.

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