Best of Uganda Wildlife Safari

9 Days Best of Uganda Wildlife Safari tour

$1000-4500 USD

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Safari summary

Embark on an unforgettable 9-day Uganda safari that takes you through the country’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. From the powerful Murchison Falls to the biodiverse Semuliki National Park, the big game of Queen Elizabeth National Park, the majestic mountain gorillas in Bwindi, and the serene Lake Mburo, this safari offers the ultimate Ugandan wildlife experience.

Expect thrilling game drives, boat cruises, guided nature walks, chimpanzee and gorilla trekking, and cultural experiences that bring you closer to nature and local communities.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Uganda
	Parks	Bwindi Impenetrable Lake Mburo Murchison Falls Semuliki

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Walking safari—with armed guard
Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Pick up and Transfer to Murchison

Murchison Falls

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup in Kampala or Entebbe, followed by a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a chance to track Uganda’s only wild rhinos. After lunch, proceed to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving in the evening. Check in, relax, and enjoy your first night in Uganda’s largest and most spectacular park.

Game Drive and Boat Cruise

Wake up early for a sunrise game drive, the best time to spot lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes. Your guide will take you to the best wildlife viewing areas for incredible photo opportunities. Return for breakfast and relaxation before heading for an afternoon boat safari on the Nile River, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and elephants along the riverbanks. The boat takes you to the bottom of the mighty Murchison Falls.

Visit the Top of the Falls

After breakfast, visit the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile squeezes through a 7-meter gorge, creating a breathtaking spectacle. After enjoying the views, embark on a scenic drive to Semuliki National Park, a birdwatcher’s paradise with diverse wildlife and beautiful landscapes.

Game Drive

Begin the day with a game drive in Semuliki National Park, known for its rare mammals like the pygmy hippo, forest buffalo, and bush babies. After the game drive, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time to relax and enjoy the evening.

Game Drive and Boat Safari

Start the day with an early game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, a prime spot to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes. After the game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast. In the afternoon, head to the Kazinga Channel for a boat cruise, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and an abundance of birdlife. The cruise offers spectacular sightings of wildlife coming to the water’s edge to drink

Transfer to Bwindi

After breakfast, go for another early morning game drive for a final chance to spot elusive wildlife. Then, embark on a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Arrive in the evening and prepare for the next day’s once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience.

Gorilla Trekking

Wake up early for the highlight of the trip – gorilla trekking! After a briefing by park rangers, trek through the dense jungle of Bwindi, tracking a habituated gorilla family. Once you find them, spend one magical hour observing their behavior, interactions, and playfulness. In the afternoon, visit the Batwa pygmy community, the indigenous people of the forest. Learn about their traditional hunting techniques, music, and way of life.

Transfer to Lake Mburo

After breakfast, leave Bwindi and drive to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest but richest savannah park. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy an evening nature walk, where you might see zebras, giraffes, impalas, and elands up close.

Transfer to Kampala/Entebbe

Start the final day with a boat cruise on Lake Mburo, a great way to spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife in a peaceful setting. After the cruise, embark on your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe, arriving in the evening. This marks the end of an incredible 9-day Uganda wildlife safari.

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