Day 1

Arrival in Entebbe

  • Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to Kampala, Uganda's vibrant capital city. Begin your adventure with a guided city tour, immersing yourself in the bustling streets filled with the sights and sounds of daily Ugandan life. Explore the Uganda Museum, where you can delve into the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Wander through the famous Nakasero Market, a lively hub for local crafts, fresh produce, and a true taste of the local way of life.
  • After a day of exploration, unwind in one of Kampala's local restaurants, where you can savor authentic Ugandan cuisine. Enjoy dishes like matoke (steamed green bananas), luwombo (stewed meat or fish), and rolex (a popular street food made of eggs and vegetables rolled in a chapati). The vibrant atmosphere of the restaurant and the delicious flavors of the food will provide a perfect ending to your first day in Uganda, setting the tone for the exciting adventures ahead..
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner.

Day 2

Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park

  • Travel northwest to Murchison Falls National Park, home to one of the world’s most powerful waterfalls. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to see Uganda’s only rhino population. Upon arrival, enjoy a thrilling boat safari on the Nile River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and countless bird species, culminating in the breathtaking sight of Murchison Falls.
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner

Day 3

Game Drive and Chimpanzee Trekking

  • Begin the day with a sunrise game drive through the savannah, spotting lions, elephants, buffalo, and giraffes. Later, head to Budongo Forest for a unique chimpanzee trekking experience. Learn about conservation efforts while encountering these fascinating primates.
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner.

Day 4

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

  • Drive south to Kibale Forest National Park, known as the “Primate Capital of the World.” En route, admire Uganda's rolling tea plantations and crater lakes. Upon arrival, take a guided nature walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a bird-watcher’s paradise.
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner.

Day 5

Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Embark on an exhilarating chimpanzee tracking adventure through Kibale Forest. Afterward, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing the Rwenzori Mountains, often called the "Mountains of the Moon." End the day with a scenic boat ride on the Kazinga Channel, where hippos and buffalo gather along the shore.
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner.

Day 6

Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari

  • Enjoy a sunrise game drive through the park’s Kasenyi Plains, where lions and hyenas prey on Uganda kob and other antelope species. Visit the Kyambura Gorge for another opportunity to see chimpanzees in their natural habitat, before exploring the Maramagambo Forest and Katwe Crater Lakes.
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner.

Day 7

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  • Leave Queen Elizabeth National Park and head southwest to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the Batwa pygmies during a cultural encounter, gaining insight into their traditional forest life.
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner.

Day 8

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

  • Rise early for a life-changing gorilla trekking experience. With the help of trained guides, venture into the dense rainforest to observe these magnificent primates up close. Witnessing a gorilla family in their natural habitat is an awe-inspiring moment.
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner.

Day 9

Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

  • Travel to Lake Bunyonyi, known as the "place of many little birds," and Africa's second-deepest lake. Spend a relaxing day exploring its numerous islands by boat, swimming in its bilharzia-free waters, or hiking through surrounding hills for stunning lake views.
  • Meal: Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner.

Day 10

Return to Entebbe via Kampala

  • Drive back to Entebbe via Kampala. Along the way, stop in Jinja to see the source of the Nile River. Visit local craft shops for souvenirs, and indulge in one last Ugandan meal before catching your return flight.