OVERVIEW
This 11 days Uganda gorilla wildlife tour and cultural encounter you will let you have an opportunity to visit the famous Murchison Falls National Park en route Rhino tracking, and then proceed to Murchison Falls National Park; You will enjoy a game drive and boat safari. Transfer to Kibale for chimpanzee tracking. Head to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a game viewing and boat safari along the kazinga channel. Visit Bwindi for gorilla trekking. Visit Lake Bunyonyi for a boat ride and canoeing. Transfer to Lake Mburo for game viewing. Return to Kampala.
HIGHLIGHTS
Arrival at the International Airport and transfer to your hotel
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park enroute Rhino Tracking
Morning Game drive and Afternoon boat trip along the Nile
Transfer to Kibale National Park
Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Early morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat along the Kazinga Channel
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park enroute Ishasha.
Gorilla Trekking and Afternoon Batwa ( pygym) community and Cultural Encounter
Drive to Lake Bunyonyi and enjoy the canoe trek on the lake, Relaxation
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and enjoy afternoon game drive
Nature Walk and Transfer to the Airport
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe & Hotel Transfer
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a Yaneta Safaris guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. If you arrive early, take a short town tour, interact with the locals, and shop for souvenirs. Later, return to the lodge for lunch and relax for the rest of the evening. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls via Rhino Tracking
After an early breakfast, the guide will pick you up at 7:00 am for a briefing before starting the 6-hour journey to Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking. Afterward, proceed to Masindi for lunch, then continue to the park. Upon arrival, check in, relax, and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise
Start the day early with breakfast before heading out for a morning game drive. Expect to see lions, buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, antelopes, and various birds. Return to the lodge to freshen up and have lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Nile, spotting crocodiles, hippos, and elephants along the riverbanks. The boat ride leads to the base of Murchison Falls, where you can hike to the top for breathtaking views. The driver will pick you up for the return to the lodge.
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest National Park. The scenic drive passes through villages, lush countryside, and tea plantations. Kibale is famous for primates like chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, and red-tailed monkeys. Upon arrival, check in, have dinner, and rest.
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP
After breakfast, head to the ranger station for a briefing before trekking into Kibale Forest to track chimpanzees. Spend an hour observing them in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for lunch, then transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in the evening. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 6: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
After an early breakfast, set off for a game drive in Kasenyi Plains, home to lions, elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks, and more. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll see hippos, elephants, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 7: Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha
After breakfast, drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha, known for its tree-climbing lions. There’s about a 70% chance of spotting them, though they can sometimes be hidden in the grasslands. If sighted, it’s a spectacular view! Continue to Bwindi, home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Upon arrival, check in, relax, and prepare for the next day’s trek.
Day 8: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Visit
After an early breakfast and briefing, begin your gorilla trekking adventure. The rainforest is dense, but trails lead you to the gorilla families. Once located, spend an hour observing them. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, visit a Batwa community for a cultural experience. Enjoy traditional performances and learn about their way of life. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 9: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi & Canoe Trek
After a relaxed breakfast, depart for Lake Bunyonyi, Africa’s second deepest lake. The scenic lake is dotted with 29 islands. Take a canoe trek to explore historical sites like the Punishment Island, where unmarried pregnant girls were abandoned. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation with stunning lake views.
Day 10: Transfer to Lake Mburo & Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, drive past the terraced hills of Kigezi to Mbarara, then on to Lake Mburo National Park. Arrive in the afternoon, check in, and relax before heading out for an evening game drive. Expect to see zebras, impalas, elands, buffaloes, and topis. Later, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 11: Nature Walk & Departure
After an early breakfast, enjoy a guided nature walk in the park, encountering zebras, giraffes, and antelopes up close. Hike to a viewpoint overlooking the surrounding lakes. Afterward, proceed for lunch and stop at the Equator for photography. Transfer to the airport for departure.
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Tour Include
- Park fees
- Chimp permits
- All activities
- All accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation
- All Taxes/VAT
- Round-trip airport transfer
- Meals and Drinking water
Tour Excluded
- International flights
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips
- Personal items
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Extra Some Meals
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