The Ultimate Pearl of Africa Adventure
Experience Uganda like Never Before
Prepare for an extraordinary 14-day journey through the heart of Africa’s most breath-taking destination. This exclusive Uganda Safari Holiday combines thrilling wildlife encounters, unforgettable gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, spectacular landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and luxurious relaxation.
From the thunderous Murchison Falls to the mist-covered mountains of Bwindi, from the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha to the tranquil waters of Lake Bunyonyi, this safari is carefully crafted to showcase the very best of Uganda—the Pearl of Africa.
Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, nature lover, photographer, adventure seeker, or cultural explorer, this safari promises memories that will last a lifetime.
Day 1: Welcome To Uganda
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our professional safari guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your selected hotel in Kampala or Entebbe.
Relax, recover from your journey, and receive a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming adventure.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget- Pineapple Guest House/Via Via Guest House
Midrange-Papyrus Guest House/Malakai Eco Lodge
Luxury-Hotel N05/Latitude 0 Hotel
Day 2: Explore The Capital City Of Kampala
You will discover Uganda’s vibrant capital city and uncover its fascinating history, culture, and heritage. Buganda Kingdom Palace. Key spots to visit includes: Uganda Martyrs Shrine Namugongo, Uganda Museum, Gaddafi National Mosque, Kampala City Centre and here you will experience the heartbeat of Uganda as you explore one of East Africa’s most dynamic cities.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Journey To Murchison Falls National Park
This morning you will embark on a scenic drive to Uganda’s largest and most spectacular national park. You will have an optional adventure Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where you will walk alongside experienced rangers as you track Uganda’s only wild rhinos on foot—an unforgettable conservation experience.
You will continue to Murchison Falls National Park and settle into your safari lodge overlooking the African wilderness. The journey will take you approximately 7 Hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget–Hornbill Bush Lodge/Mama Washindi Lodge
Midrange-Pakuba Safari Lodge/ Fort Murchison
Luxury-Paara Safari Lodge/ Murchison River Lodge
Day 4: Murchison Falls Wildlife Safari & Nile Cruise
After having breakfast, you get ready for one of the most exciting days of your safari. You will have a morning game drive in search for elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, hyenas, buffaloes, waterbucks,warthogs,oribis
Nile Boat Safari
You will cruise along the legendary Victoria Nile and witness massive pods of hippos, giant Nile crocodiles, herds of elephants, buffaloes drinking at the riverbanks and countless bird species
Hike to the Top of Murchison Falls
You will then hike with your guide to the top of the falls to witness the incredible power of the Nile River as it squeezes through a narrow gorge before plunging 45 meters into the rift valley below capturing a stunning rainbow views and breath-taking photography opportunities.
Meal plans : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget–Hornbill Bush Lodge/Mama Washindi Lodge
Midrange-Pakuba Safari Lodge/ Fort Murchison
Luxury-Paara Safari Lodge/ Murchison River Lodge
DAY 5: Scenic Drive To Fort Portal
You will travel through Uganda’s beautiful countryside, famous for its lush greenery, tea plantations, and spectacular scenery. You will enjoy numerous photo opportunities as you head toward the tourism city of Fort Portal.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget–Rwenzori View Guest House/ Rwenzori Traveller’s Inn
Midrange-Koi Koi Cultural Village Hotel/ Papaya Lake Lodge
Luxury-Kyaninga Lodge/Papaya Lake Lodge
DAY 6: AMABERE CAVES & CRATER LAKES ADVENTURE
Today combines history, culture, geology, and nature. We will visit Toro Kingdom Palace, Amabere Ga Nyinamwiru Caves(Stalagmites and stalactites) You will be given both geographical and also cultural explanations of these rocks. We will then visit Nyakasura waterfalls and also see the spectacular crater lakes You will continue to learn fascinating legends and geological stories while enjoying panoramic views over one of Uganda’s most beautiful landscapes.
Meal plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation plan
Budget–Rwenzori View Guest House/ Rwenzori Traveller’s Inn
Midrange-Koi Koi Cultural Village Hotel/ Papaya Lake Lodge
Luxury-Kyaninga Lodge/Papaya Lake Lodge
DAY 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast , you will journey to Uganda’s most famous savannah park where you will enjoy incredible views of the legendary Rwenzori Mountains, famously known as the Mountains of the Moon also commonly known as Rwenzori mountaion. In the afternoon you will enjoy Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise.This world-renowned water safari offers unmatched wildlife viewing opportunities including hippos, elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles, waterbirds, antelopes. water birds and so on. This channel is a water stream that joins two lakes George and Edward and is also known as a hippo paradise because it has the highest concentration of hippos on planet earth
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget-Pumba Safari Cottages/Tembo Safari Lodge
Midrange-Buffalo Safari Lodge/The Bush Lodge
Luxury-Mweya Safari Lodge/ Katara Lodge
DAY 8: Full-Day Big Game Safari
On this day, you will spend the day exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park’s wildlife-rich plains driving around Kasenyi plains game drive to search for the early risers. This sector is known as a matting ground for antelopes and therefore a hunting ground for predator such as lions, leopards, hynas and many more. The game drive lasts for 3 to 4 hrs and ends at the shores of Lake George
In the evening, you will explore the Kabatoro sector, renowned for its impressive wildlife populations, herds of elephants, buffaloes waterbucks, and many more on top of viewing unforgettable sunset scenery.
Meal plans : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Chimpanzee Tracking & Katwe Salt Lake
Today, you will venture deep into Kalinzu Forest for an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience in search of our closest relatives. You will spend a magical hour observing wild chimpanzees as they feed, socialize, and move through the forest canopy. We will move into the dense forest with our packed lunch and walk for 1 to 4 hours depending on where the chimps will be. Having encountered them, we have an hour to interact with them and then drive back to our lodge
In the evening you will enjoy a cultural experience by visiting Katwe salt which is responsible for the survival of people around katwe town and where salt mining has been taking place since the 16th century where you will learn about centuries-old salt mining traditions or you will visit Lake Munyanyange Uganda’s premier bird watching destinations being a home to many bird species but famous for large flocks of flamingos which flood the lake in some seasons.
Meals plans : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Travel to the Home of the Mountain Gorillas- Bwindi Impenetrable forest
While travelling to the world-famous Bwindi Impenetrable Forest , you will pass through Ishasha Sector, home to Uganda’s rare tree-climbing lions. With luck, you will witness these magnificent predators relaxing high in giant fig trees.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget– Ruhija Community Rest Camp
Midrange-Bakiga Lodge/Broadbill Forest Camp
Luxury-Gorilla Leisure Lodge/ Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Day 11: Gorilla Trekking – The Ultimate African Experience
Today is the crown jewel of your safari. After an early briefing; you will enter the ancient rainforest in search of endangered mountain gorillas. Trekking can take between 1–6 hours depending on the gorilla family’s location. Then comes the moment you have been waiting for. Having encountered them, you will be given a full hour to associate with them, watch them feed, play, communicate, and interact only meters away from you.This life changing encounter consistently ranks among the world’s greatest wildlife experiences. An experience that words cannot adequately describe . This one hour with mountain gorillas is indeed the most unforgettable experience. You will also see more wildlife since the forest is home to many other creatures including the black and white colobus monkeys, L’hoest’s monkey, bushbucks, olive baboons, forest elephants, and also many bird species.
Meal plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12: Travel to Lake Bunyonyi – Africa’s Most Beautiful Lake
After your gorilla adventure, you will move to relax at the stunning lake Bunyonyi Uganda’s deepest and most beautiful lake .Lake Bunyonyi also known as the “Lake of Little Birds,” this breathtaking destination is surrounded by rolling green hills and picturesque islands. We are to have a boat trip to the legendary islands and also visit a Batwa community. Other activities you will enjoy include canoe excursions,island tours,batwa cultural experience and photography opportunities
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 13: Lake Bunyonyi Relaxation & Optional Activities
You will continue to relax at the lake and enjoy a day at leisure in paradise. You will have optional activities to take part in and these include:swimming,canoeing, birdwatching,nature walks, cultural visits, photography tours. You will take in the serenity of one of Africa’s most scenic destinations.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget– Bunyonyi overland Resort/ Byona Amagara
Midrange-Bird’s Nest/Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort
Luxury-Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi/Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
Day 14: Return To Entebbe
After breakfast, you will begin your return journey to Entebbe.Enjoy a final lunch and reflect on the unforgettable memories created throughout your journey across Uganda. You will arrive in the evening and that will be the end of your 14 day Uganda Safari of countless memories in one extraordinary destination
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest
- Chimpanzee tracking
- Big Five wildlife viewing
- Murchison falls adventure
- Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
- Tree-climbing lions
- Rhino tracking (Optional)
- Crater Lakes Exploration
- Amabere Caves viewing
- Batwa cultural experience
- Birdwatching
- Scenic Nature Walks
- Traditional cultural encounters
- Lake Bunyonyi relaxation
- Spectacular photography opportunities
INCLUDED IN THE SAFARI
- Airport Transfers
- Accommodation Throughout the Safari
- All Meals as Specified
- Professional English-Speaking Safari Guide
- 4WD Safari Vehicle
- All Park Entrance Fees
- Game Drives
- Boat Cruises
- Chimpanzee Permit
- Top of Murchison Falls Hike
- Ferry Crossing Fees
- Bottled Drinking Water
- Batwa Community Visit
- Cultural Performances
- Katwe Salt Lake Tour
- Community Conservation Contribution
NOT INCLUDED
- International Flights
- Uganda Visa
- Gorilla Permit (USD 800 Per Person)
- Rhino Tracking (USD 50 Per Person)
- Porter Fees During Trekking
- Personal Travel Insurance
- Alcoholic Drinks & Personal Expenses
WHAT TO PACK
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof Trousers
- Hiking Boots
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Insect Repellent
- Sunscreen
- Camera
- Binoculars
- Day Backpack
Important: Weather in Bwindi and the western highlands can change rapidly. Be prepared for rain at any time.
Optional Luxury Experience
Hot Air Balloon Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Soar above the African wilderness at sunrise and witness breathtaking aerial views of wildlife, savannah plains, lakes, and rivers can be arranged upon request at fee of USD 380 Per Person
Book Your Adventure Today, Uganda- The Pearl of Africa is waiting.Discover roaring waterfalls, endangered mountain gorillas, tree-climbing lions, vast savannahs, ancient cultures, and some of Africa’s most spectacular landscapes.