Uganda: 10-Day Customized Wildlife and Primates Safari
ID: GYG836529-1325784
Category:
Country: Uganda
Duration:
10 days
Description
Embark on a 10 day safari through Uganda. Discover the Bigodi Wetlands, see tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth NP, and trek through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 1: Arrive at Entebbe Airport, pickup & transfer to hotel
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, tour driver-guide will greet and welcome you to Uganda. You will then transfer to your booked accommodation to check in and rest, recovering from jet lag and adjusting to the time difference. Simply relax and take your rest.
Day 2: Travel to Zziwa for Rhino tracking & proceed to Murchison falls NP
After breakfast, we will transfer to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, we will embark on an hour-long on-foot rhino tracking experience.
Lunch at Masindi and thereafter arrive at Murchison National Park where we will stay for the night.
Day 3: Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Cruise, Top of the Falls
After a healthy early breakfast, enjoy a full day of game viewing in Murchison Falls National Park, home to a diverse array of wildlife with lunch and more game viewing after before embarking on an afternoon boat cruise on the Nile.
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale NP
After breakfast, we'll check out of our accommodation and embark on a journey to the edge of Kibale Forest National Park, where we will spend the night.
Day 5: Bigodi Wetlands excursion & transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP
Have breakfast and head out for the Bigodi Wetlands excursion. The Bigodi Wetland is home to a diverse array of biodiversity.
After, embark on a transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Upon arrival, you'll have some time for game viewing.
Day 6: Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Cruise along Kazinga Channel
Rise early and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains. Return to the accommodation for some rest and lunch.
After lunch, embark on a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel
Day 7: After Breakfast, Drive to Ishasha sector and connect to Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before traveling to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. While the chances of spotting these lions are around 60-70%, they can sometimes be elusive, especially when hunting in the grasslands. If you do spot them in the trees, the sight is both picturesque and memorable
Day 8: Gorilla Tracking Experience
Have breakfast and head to the rangers’ post for a briefing on the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking. After the briefing, you will enter the forest for your adventure. The beauty of this rainforest is spectacular, with its dramatic, steeply forested landscape.
Day 9: Transfer to Lake Mburo NP
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and then, set off to Lake Mburo NP. Mburo is a compact gem, located conveniently close to the highway that connects Entebbe/Kampala to the parks of western Uganda. It is the smallest of Uganda’s savannah National Parks but home to so many bird species as well as animals.
Day 10: Morning bush walk & return to Kampala/Entebbe
Morning bush walk and return to accomodation for checkout. Thereafter,the journey back to Entebbe begins.
Highlights
- Discover the Bigodi Wetlands, home to a diverse array of biodiversity
- Embark on a game drive in Murchison Falls National Park to see wildlife
- Enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Visit the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth NP to spot tree-climbing lions
- Trek through the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to see mountain gorillas
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
TRAVEL HACKS BEFORE YOUR TRIP
1.VISA to Uganda
2.Proof of Vaccination
3.Airticket
4.ATM VISA card for self-payments and pocket change.
5.Patience
6.Safari Clothes keeping in consideration of weather changes.
7.Health precaution measures like pain reliever, insect repellant, sunscreen, hand sanitizer sunglasses, sun hat, body creams/lotions etc.
8.Camera & Binocular
The duration of the trek, which can take 4-8 hours, and the terrain will vary depending on the movements of the gorillas
*After the boat trip, you can choose to either return to the lodge to rest or go on a brief late afternoon game drive before heading back to the lodge.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.