11 Day Uganda Primates, Big Five and Night Game Drive Safari

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe

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• Arrival: Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Entebbe.
• Relaxation: Take the rest of the day to relax after your flight or explore local attractions like the Entebbe Botanical Gardens.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a mid-range hotel in Entebbe.
• Meals: Dinner included.

Day 2: Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park

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• Morning:
  • Departure: After breakfast, drive to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest conservation area.
  • Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary: En route, visit the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience.
• Afternoon:
  • Top of the Falls: Upon arrival, visit the top of Murchison Falls to witness the Nile River force its way through a narrow gorge.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a lodge within or near the park.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 3: Game Drive and Nile River Boat Safari

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• Morning:
  • Game Drive: Enjoy an early morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, where you can spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife.
• Afternoon:
  • Boat Safari: After lunch, embark on a boat safari to the base of Murchison Falls. Look out for hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.
• Evening:
  • Optional Night Game Drive: If time permits, opt for a night game drive to spot nocturnal animals like leopards and hyenas.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at your lodge.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale National Park

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• Morning:
  • Departure: After breakfast, drive to Kibale National Park, known for its high population of primates.
• Afternoon:
  • Arrival: Arrive in Fort Portal and check in at your lodge near Kibale National Park.
• Evening:
  • Relaxation: Spend the evening at leisure, enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a lodge near Kibale National Park.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale National Park

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• Morning:
  • Chimpanzee Tracking: After an early breakfast, embark on a guided chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale National Park. The park is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and 12 other primate species.
• Afternoon:
  • Bigodi Swamp Walk: After lunch, visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided nature walk, where you can spot various bird species and other wildlife.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at your lodge.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

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• Morning:
  • Departure: After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing through the scenic landscapes of the Rwenzori Mountains.
• Afternoon:
  • Game Drive: Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive in the park’s northern sector, where you can spot lions, elephants, and buffaloes.
• Evening:
  • Night Game Drive: Experience the thrill of a night game drive, where you have the chance to see nocturnal animals such as leopards and hyenas.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a lodge within or near Queen Elizabeth National Park.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 7: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

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• Morning:
  • Game Drive: Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, a prime area for spotting lions and other predators.
• Afternoon:
  • Boat Cruise: After lunch, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife.
• Evening:
  • Relaxation: Spend the evening at leisure, enjoying the views over the park.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at your lodge.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha

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• Morning:
  • Ishasha Sector: Depart after breakfast and drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions.
• Afternoon:
  • Arrival: Arrive in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the afternoon and check in at your lodge.
• Evening:
  • Relaxation: Spend the evening relaxing in preparation for the next day’s gorilla trek.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

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• Morning:
  • Gorilla Trekking: After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting off on a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience. Trek through the dense forest to find a habituated gorilla family, and spend up to an hour observing them in their natural habitat.
• Afternoon:
  • Relaxation: Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation after the trek.
• Evening:
  • Optional Activity: If time allows, visit a local Batwa community to learn about their traditional way of life.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at your lodge.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 10: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

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• Morning:
  • Departure: After breakfast, depart for Lake Mburo National Park, one of Uganda’s smallest but most beautiful parks.
• Afternoon:
  • Boat Safari: Upon arrival, take a boat safari on Lake Mburo to see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.
• Evening:
  • Night Game Drive: Enjoy a night game drive to spot nocturnal animals such as bush babies and leopards.
• Accommodation: Overnight stay at a lodge within or near Lake Mburo National Park.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 11: Walking Safari and Return to Kampala

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• Morning:
  • Walking Safari: Start the day with a guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, a unique opportunity to get up close to wildlife on foot.
• Afternoon:
  • Return to Kampala: After lunch, drive back to Kampala, where your 11-day safari adventure concludes.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch included.

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