16-days Uganda Adventure Safari
16-Day Uganda Adventure Safari – Ultimate Wildlife & Gorilla Trekking Experience
Overview Embark on an unforgettable 16-day Uganda adventure safari, a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the Pearl of Africa. Explore breathtaking landscapes, from misty mountains to vast savannahs, and experience extraordinary wildlife encounters. Track endangered mountain gorillas, trek chimpanzees, and witness the Big Five in their natural habitat. This adventure seamlessly blends thrilling safaris, cultural experiences, and luxury stays for an unparalleled exploration of Uganda.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Gateway to Uganda Safaris
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a professional guide will greet and transfer you to a comfortable hotel in Entebbe. Depending on your arrival time, explore the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or enjoy a Lake Victoria sunset cruise.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury hotel (Sheraton Kampala or Serena )
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park – Wildlife Safari Begins
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest wildlife reserve. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exclusive rhino tracking experience. Arrive at the park in time for a sunset game drive.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Murchison Falls (Pakuba Lodge or Paara Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Murchison Falls Safari – Game Drive & Nile River Boat Cruise
Start your day with an exhilarating sunrise game drive to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and leopards. After lunch, take a Nile River boat safari to the base of Murchison Falls, where the mighty Nile crashes 43 meters down a narrow gorge. Hike to the top for breathtaking panoramic views.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Murchison Falls (Pakuba Lodge or Paara Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park – Chimpanzee Trekking Haven
Leave Murchison Falls and journey through the Albertine Rift Valley, passing tea plantations and scenic landscapes en route to Kibale Forest National Park, famous for its chimpanzee trekking experiences.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Kibale (Kibale Cottages or Chimpundu Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary Tour
Embark on an exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale Forest, home to over 1,500 chimpanzees. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a haven for rare bird species, monkeys, and butterflies.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Kibale (Kibale Cottages or Chimpundu Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Safari & Wildlife Encounters
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s premier wildlife destination. Enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and elusive leopards.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Queen Elizabeth (Kasenyi Lodge or Mweya Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari – Big Game & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Begin with a thrilling game drive in Kasenyi Plains, known for frequent lion sightings. In the afternoon, embark on a Kazinga Channel boat safari, famous for its hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Queen Elizabeth (Kasenyi Lodge or Mweya Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Gorilla Trekking Safari
Journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to nearly half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas. Enjoy stunning views of the Kigezi Highlands along the way.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Bwindi (Mahogany Springs or Silverback Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – A Life-Changing Experience
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience, spending an hour with majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. The trek can take between 2 to 6 hours, depending on their movements.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Bwindi (Mahogany Springs or Silverback Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi – Relaxation & Canoeing
Travel to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest lake, known for its 29 scenic islands. Enjoy swimming, canoeing, or a nature walk in this tranquil setting.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Lake Bunyonyi (Acadia Cottages or BirdNest)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi Cultural & Leisure Experience
Visit local communities and interact with the Batwa people, learning about their unique culture and history. Enjoy a leisurely day exploring this breathtaking lake.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Lake Bunyonyi (Acadia Cottages or BirdNest)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park – Walking Safari & Wildlife
Head to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park. Enjoy an evening game drive to spot zebras, impalas, and elands.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Lake Mburo (Mburo Safari Lodge or Mihingo Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Walking Safari & Boat Ride in Lake Mburo
Start the day with a guided walking safari for an intimate wildlife experience. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Mburo, surrounded by stunning landscapes.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Lake Mburo (Mburo Safari Lodge or Mihingo Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Transfer to Jinja – Adventure Capital of East Africa
Drive to Jinja, the adventure capital of East Africa, and unwind with a sunset boat ride on the Nile.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Jinja (Jinja Nile Resort)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15: White-Water Rafting & Source of the Nile Exploration
Experience white-water rafting on the Nile, one of the world’s best rafting destinations. Optional activities include quad biking or a visit to the Source of the Nile.
Accommodation: Midrange/Luxury lodge in Jinja (Jinja Nile Resort)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16: Return to Entebbe – End of Uganda Safari
Transfer back to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of an extraordinary 16-day Uganda safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
Safari Inclusions:
- All park entry fees and activities
- Gorilla and chimpanzee permits
- Professional guide
- Accommodation and meals
- Lodging and Food
- 4 Wheel Drive Safari Vehicle
- Fuel
- Bottled Drinking Water on all Drives
- Cultural site entrance fees
- Game Drives.
- Government Levy
Exclusions:
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses and tips
- Laundry
- Drinks
Notes
1. Travelers should reach Entebbe on tour starting the day before 8am. And leave from the same airport at the end of the tour after 8 p.m. If these times can’t be respected, 1 or 2 days should be calculated for the overnight in Kampala.
2. Children under 12 are not to see chimpanzees. Kibale NP offers small walks of 1 or 2 hours followed by creative activities.
3. Gorilla trekking is not for anyone under 15.
4. Prices for private Safari. No extra passengers were added.
5. All prices are VAT.
6. Prices are in United States dollars.
7. Gorilla permits are available; booking at least six months before the departure date.
- When booking, a deposit of 50% of the total amount is due.
- Bookings must be made at least 60 days before the date of departure.
- Steady Safaris Ltd reserves the right not to accept bookings made less than 60 days before the date of departure.
- Full payment has to be made not less than 30 days before the departing date of the tour. If the total amount is not paid in due time, Steady Safaris Ltd reserves the right to treat the booking as cancelled.
- Cancellations: 60 days before the departure date of the tour, a full refund of the deposit; between 60 and 30 days, a refund of 50% of the deposit; less than 30 days, no refund.
- Gorilla permits are non-refundable.
Quotes for the 16-days Uganda Adventure Safari
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