“Uganda’s Ultimate Encounter”
Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Mburo National Park.
Stars & Ends: Entebbe Airport, Uganda
Price: From $2600
11 Days Ultimate Uganda Safari
The 10 Days Ultimate Uganda Safari is the most complete wildlife and primate adventure in Uganda. This safari combines mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, Big Five wildlife viewing, and scenic boat cruises across Uganda’s top national parks including Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Mburo National Park.
This long Uganda safari is perfect for travelers who want a true African wilderness experience, exploring primate forests, savannah wildlife, and spectacular landscapes with expert local guides.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Uganda Welcome Experience
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Depending on arrival time, you may visit:
- Relaxation by Lake Victoria
- Entebbe Botanical Gardens
- Local restaurants & sunset views
Accommodation:
Luxury: Protea Hotel Entebbe
Mid-range: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Budget: Airport Guest House
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Murchison Falls National Park – Big Five Wildlife Safari
Drive north to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest conservation area via Ziwa rhino sanctuary for rhino trekking.
Continue to the park and visit the top of the powerful Murchison Falls where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Para Safari lodge
- Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Budget: Ikorom Safari Lodge
Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – Big Five Wildlife Safari
Morning Game Drive. Early morning safari in the northern sector of the park searching for: Lions, Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Antelopes, Hyenas
Afternoon Nile Boat Cruise.
The park is famous for its diverse wildlife and Nile River ecosystem.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Para Safari lodge
- Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Budget: Ikorom Safari Lodge
Meals: Full board
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale National Park – Primate Capital of Africa
Travel south through beautiful countryside landscapes to Kibale National Park.
Optional stopover for tea plantation photography and local village encounters.
Evening relaxation at the lodge.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Chimpundu Lodge
- Mid-range: Isunga Lodge
- Budget: Lake Nkuruba Lodge
Meals: Full board
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Experience
After early breakfast, report to park headquarters for chimpanzee trekking guided by rangers from Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Spend one hour observing wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat.
In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for bird watching and community tourism.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Chimpundu Lodge
- Mid-range: Isunga Lodge
- Budget: Lake Nkuruba Lodge
Meals: Full board
Day 6: TRANSFER TO Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park through traditional village homes and amazing scenery of the Rwenzori ranges.
Activities
- Crater lake walking around kasenda and Nkuruba crater lakes
- Visit Equator monument
- Community walk to visit a local farmer and we learn about coffee, cocoa, Vanilla
- Evening Twins lakes hike as we enjoy amazing views
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Buffalo Safari Lodge
- Mid-range: Elephant Hab Lodge
- Budget: Lights of kazinga homestay
Meals: Full board
Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Wildlife & Boat Safari
- Morning game drive in the savannah plains
- Boat safari on Kazinga Channel, one of Africa’s best hippo and crocodile habitats
- Possible sightings of lions, elephants, and antelopes
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Buffalo Safari Lodge
- Mid-range: Elephant Hab Lodge
- Budget: Lights of kazinga homestay
Meals: Full board
Day 8: transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via ishasha
Travel through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, before arriving in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- Safari in search of tree climbing lions and other wildlife
- continue to Bwindi impenetrable forest national park
- Evening relaxation by the lodge with amazing display of forest views.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Mahogany Lodge
- Mid-range: Buhoma Community Haven
- Budget: Buhoma Community Camp
Meals: Full board
Day 9: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Main Highlight – Gorilla Trekking 🦍
- Briefing by rangers from Uganda Wildlife Authority
- Trekking duration may vary between 2–6 hours depending on gorilla movement.
- Spend one magical hour observing a gorilla family in the wild
- Trekking through dense rainforest searching for mountain gorillas
- Evening batwa community interaction
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Mahogany Lodge
- Mid-range: Buhoma Community Haven
- Budget: Buhoma Community Camp
Meals: Full board
Day 10: TRANSFER TO Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer to Visit Lake Mburo National Park for a walking safari or game drive. you will have lunch enroute and then proceed to the park.
Wildlife sightings may include zebras, impalas, giraffes and elands.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Mihingo Lodge
- Mid-range: Rwakobo Rock
- Budget: Eagles Nest lodge
Meals: Full board
Day 11: MORNING SAFARI WALK & TRANSFER TO ENTEBBE
You will have breakfast at the lodge, then set off for a walking safari by the edge of the park with a lodge local guide. you will be able to see zebras, impalas and other animals.
After the walk, start your journey towards Entebbe airport as you prepare to fly back home with a stop at the equator point for shopping and pictures moment.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
INCLUDED
✔ Gorilla trekking permit
✔ Accommodation & meals
✔ 4×4 safari vehicle
✔ English-speaking guide
✔ Park entrance fees
✔ Boat safari
✔ Bottled drinking water
NOT INCLUDED
✖ International flights
✖ Uganda visa
✖ Tips & personal expenses
✖ Travel insurance
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