Ten Days Mt Elgon, Murchison
10 DAYS MOUNTAIN ELGON, MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK, KIBALE NATIONAL PARK AND LAKE MBURO.
$6665-9484 USD
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Safari summary
This 10 days tour will take you from Kampala to mountain Elgon national park located in the eastern part of Uganda to hike the three beautiful Sipi falls, the park not only has the largest volcanic caldera in the world but also the oldest volcanic mountain. Then we shall proceed to Murchison falls national park which is the oldest and largest conservation area famed for the mighty powerful waterfalls in the world. The park is a home for over 73 mammals’ species with 4 of the big 5 and 75% of World’s Rothschild giraffe present, over 451 bird species. Then we shall proceed to Kibale national park for unforgettable chimpanzee trekking encounter in this magnificent tropical rainforest which is a home to one of the highest diversities and concentration of primates in the world. Kibale hosts over 1500 chimpanzees and 12 other primate species including the rare L’Hoest’s monkeys. There are over 375 bird species. Finally we will head to Lake Mburo which is located in the southern part of Uganda, the park is surrounded by 13 lakes that are pure with natural waters, and the park has over 68 mammals and over 360 bird species. This tour will take you greatly deep in the pure nature of Lake Mburo national park.
About this tour
| Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
| Main focus | Primate trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Walking safari—with armed guard
- Hiking | trekking
- Primate trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival
You will arrive at Entebbe international airport where our guide will meet you and welcome you to the pearl of Africa and then transfer you to your hotel for relaxation, dinner and overnight
2 friends beach hotel acacia boutique hotel
Transfer to mt Elgon national park
After your breakfast, you will embark on your journey to mountain Elgon national park where you will make a stopover (the source of the Nile) for sightseeing and engage in other leisurely experiences like bird watching, scenic views, city tour around the historic Jinja town to explore its unique ancient building, take photos, you will have lunch en route and reach the park in the evening, check into your hotel and have dinner and overnight.
Noah’s ark/lacam lodge
Hiking the Sipi falls
After your morning breakfast you will have your lunch packed for the day then explore the 3 waterfalls hiking up mountain Elgon which takes 4 hours starting from budadiri via sasa trail to the summit and then descend down the Sipi trail back to Sipi falls. The falls offer breathing taking views across L.kyoga, karamoja plains and the slopes of mountain Elgon expect to see different bird species like the tacazze, sun birds, hornbill birds and many more while you’re hiking.
Noah’s ark/lacam lodge
Transfer to Murchison falls
Murchison Falls
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and start your journey to Murchison falls national park with lunch en route then proceed to Murchison falls national park. You will arrive in the evening, check into your hotel, relax and over night.
Red chilli rest camp/horn bill bush lodge
Game drive and Boat cruise
Murchison Falls
after breakfast, will set out for game drive on the Northern sector of the Park. Expect to encounter animals like Giraffes, Lions, Elephants, baboons, & antelopes. Return to the lodge for lunch. afternoon boat cruise on the Albert Nile to the Bottom of the falls. Expect to see different animals and birds.You will reach the “Devils Cauldron”. You will be able to see the majestic powerful Nile River forcing itself through a narrow gorge .Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay
Red chilli rest camp/horn bill bush lodge
Transfer to Kibale national park
Kibale
After breakfast, embark on a journey to Kibale national park. The drive is so scenic with magical views of lush green country side, impressive landscapes and views of mountains of the moon . On arrival, check in; settle for lunch, under take nature walk, starting from either kanyanchu or Sebitoli traversing villages.. As you make your way through these villages, one gets to interact with cultures and locals like the Bakiga and Batoro. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Rwenzori view guest house/wild camping
Chimps trekking and Bigodi swamp
Kibale
After breakfast ,connect to kanyanchu visitor center to meet the park ranger guide for briefing on how the trekking is conducted & will lead you into the magnificent rain forest in Kibale for your unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience.. You will watch them play, eat & patrol their territories. Return for lunch and relax. Connect to Bigodi wetland sanctuary for a wetland walk. so far is the best in Uganda with over 200 bird species. .Return for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
Rwenzori view guest house/wild camping
Transfer to L. Mburo National Par
Lake Mburo
After having breakfast, embark on a journey to Lake Mburo national park. On your arrival you will check in to your hotel, have lunch and relax. Later on embark on a walking safari in the park, look out for animals like Zebras, impalas, antelopes, elands, giraffes, buffaloes among others. Return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
Eagle nest Mburo/Leopard rest camp
Game drive and Launch cruise
Lake Mburo
After breakfast you will go for a morning game drive, this is the most rewarding game drive where you get to see animals when they’re mostly active. Expect to see different animals like the zebras, impalas, antelopes, buffaloes,Take many pictures as you want and see different bird species Return to the lodge for lunch and after launch cruise where you will see aquatic animals like crocodiles, and birds like the shoebill, king fisher’s, etc .Return for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
eagles nest Mburo/Leopard rest camp
Transfer to Kampala
Lake Mburo
After morning breakfast embark on a journey back to Kampala. You will make a stopover at the equator in Masaka, to have lunch and take memorable photos, take part in the water experiment at the equator. You will continue your journey to Kampala
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