Discover the wonders of Uganda on this 10 Days Best of Uganda Safari Tour with Unique Africa Tours, an adventure that blends primate encounters, wildlife safaris, breathtaking scenery, and luxury comfort throughout. From the thunderous Murchison Falls to the lush Kibale Forest, the Savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth, and the misty jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, this journey offers a comprehensive exploration of Uganda’s most iconic destinations. Each day is carefully crafted to immerse you in nature and culture, while exclusive lodges and camps provide a luxurious retreat after every adventure.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by our professional representative who will transfer you to your luxury hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you can enjoy optional activities such as a boat ride on Lake Victoria or a visit to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens. In the evening, relax with a fine dining experience at your lodge as you prepare for the start of your safari.
Accommodation Options: Hotel No.5, Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe, Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa
Meals: (Dinner)
Day 2: Entebbe to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After breakfast, drive north towards Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting walking safari to track rhinos in their natural habitat. Continue your journey to Murchison Falls where you will visit the top of the falls to witness the Nile River thunder through a narrow gorge. Later, transfer to your luxury lodge by the Nile River and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Accommodation Options: Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Game Drive and Boat Safari in Murchison Falls
Wake up early for a morning game drive across the northern savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park. Look out for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and perhaps leopards. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari along the Nile to the base of the falls. The cruise offers excellent opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds up close. Return to your lodge for a sundowner and dinner overlooking the wilderness.
Accommodation Options: Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, take a scenic drive southwest towards Kibale National Park, known as the primate capital of East Africa. Along the way, admire rolling hills, tea plantations, and small villages. Upon arrival, check in at your luxury lodge nestled in the forested hills. The rest of the evening is free to relax, enjoy the views, or take a guided forest walk to spot birds and monkeys.
Accommodation Options: Kyaninga Lodge, Ndali Lodge, Primate Lodge Luxury Cottages
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest
Today you embark on an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest. After a briefing, set out with your ranger guide in search of these intelligent primates. Spend one hour observing the chimps as they play, groom, and interact in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for birdwatching and cultural experiences with the local community before returning to your lodge for dinner.
Accommodation Options: Kyaninga Lodge, Ndali Lodge, Primate Lodge Luxury Cottages
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, a park famous for its diverse ecosystems and wildlife. Arrive in time for lunch at your luxury lodge overlooking the savannah plains or crater lakes. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a sundown game drive in the Kasenyi plains where you may spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes. End the day with a relaxing dinner at your lodge.
Accommodation Options: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Start your day with a sunrise game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, giving you the best chance of spotting predators like lions and leopards in action. Return to your lodge for breakfast before heading to the Kazinga Channel for a luxury boat cruise. This channel is home to one of the highest concentrations of hippos in the world, as well as crocodiles and diverse birdlife. Return to your lodge for an evening at leisure.
Accommodation Options: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8: Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi via Ishasha Sector
After breakfast, journey south through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. A game drive here may reward you with sightings of these rare predators resting in fig trees. Continue your drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Check in at your luxury lodge and enjoy a peaceful evening in the jungle.
Accommodation Options: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Bwindi Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Today is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting off with your ranger guide for gorilla trekking. The trek may take several hours depending on the location of the gorillas, but the reward is incredible, spending an hour in the presence of a mountain gorilla family. Return to your lodge in the afternoon to relax and reflect on this life-changing experience.
Accommodation Options: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Bwindi Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10: Bwindi to Entebbe – Departure
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe, with a stop at the Uganda Equator for photos and souvenir shopping. Depending on your flight schedule, you may enjoy a day room at your lodge in Entebbe before being transferred to the airport for your departure flight. This marks the end of your unforgettable 10 Days Best of Uganda Safari Tour with Unique Africa Tours.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)
End of the 10 Days Best of Uganda Safari Tour.
The 10 Days Best of Uganda Safari Tour cost includes;
- Airport Transfers.
- 1 Gorilla Permit per person.
- 1 Chimpanzee Permit per person.
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Tour Guide Allowances.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Relevant Government Taxes.
The tour cost excludes;
- Visa Fees.
- International Air Fare.
- Personal Travel Insurance.
- Tips to Local Guides.
- Personal Shopping Bills.
- Items not listed as included in the cost.