13-Day Uganda Safari Program
Embark on a thrilling 13-day Uganda safari through Uganda’s breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife habitats. Moreover, meticulously planned tour takes you from the bustling city of Kampala to the serene waters of Lake Bunyonyi, including unforgettable encounters with majestic gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, and the iconic Big Five in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks. Additionally, experience the rich culture, scenic beauty, and unparalleled wildlife adventures of Uganda in a journey of a lifetime with Steady Safaris Limited.
Itinerary
Arrival: You will be collected from the airport by our driver guide, who will be holding a board with your names.
Transfer: Drive to your hotel in Kampala to refresh, rest, and have a meal/snack depending on your arrival time.
Briefing: The driver guide will brief you on the next day’s itinerary and inform you of the pick-up time.
Main Destination: Kampala
Accommodation: Cassia Lodge (Mid-range lodge)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: Firstly, have an early breakfast and be picked up from your hotel at 7:00 am. Secondly, drive northwards on the Kampala-Gulu road for approximately 2.5 hours to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Rhino Tracking: Hike in the sanctuary to track White Rhinos. The sanctuary also harbors Hippos, Bushbucks, Oribis, and various bird species.
Lunch: After about two hours of trekking, head to Masindi for lunch.
Afternoon: Proceed to Murchison Falls National Park. Check in at your accommodation to relax, have dinner, and rest.
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge (Mid-range lodge)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Early Morning: Have tea/coffee at 6:00 am, then set off for an early game drive at 6:30 am. Look for Lions, Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Jackson’s Hartebeest, Reedbuck, Uganda Kob, Oribi, Warthogs, and numerous savanna birds.
Late Morning: Return to the lodge for breakfast and lunch.
Afternoon: Embark on a Launch Cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls. Observe wildlife such as Hippos, Crocodiles, Buffaloes, Elephants, and water birds.
Optional Hike: Disembark at the base of the falls and hike to the top. Meet the driver at the top and return to the lodge.
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge (Mid-range lodge)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: After breakfast, check out of the lodge and travel to Kibale National Park, enjoying the scenic drive along the Albertine Rift Valley.
Lunch: Stop in Fort Portal town for lunch.
Afternoon: Continue to Kibale Forest National Park. Check into your accommodation just outside the park.
Relax: Spend the rest of the day relaxing and enjoying the natural surroundings.
Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp (Mid-range tented camp)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Early Morning: Have breakfast at 6:30 am and transfer to the park offices for a briefing.
Chimpanzee Tracking: By 8:00 am, trek into the forest to find chimpanzees and other wildlife.
Lunch: Return to the lodge for lunch.
Afternoon: Go on a nature walk in Bigodi Swamp, known for primate and bird sightings.
Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp (Mid-range tented camp)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: After breakfast, check out and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, stopping in Fort Portal for lunch.
Afternoon: Arrive at the park and drive to the lodge, enjoying the scenic views of crater lakes and lush landscapes.
Evening: Spend the evening relaxing and enjoying the natural beauty of the park.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Mid-range banda)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Early Morning: Have tea/coffee at 6:00 am and set off for an early game drive. Look for Lions, Buffaloes, Elephants, Hyenas, Kobs, and Topis amidst beautiful crater lakes and grassy hills.
Late Morning: Return to the lodge for breakfast.
Afternoon: After lunch, take a Boat Safari on the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lakes Edward and George. Observe Hippos, Buffaloes, Elephants, Monitor Lizards, and various water birds.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Mid-range banda)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: After an early breakfast, check out and travel to the southern part of the park (Ishasha) to look for tree-climbing lions. Enjoy lunch in Ishasha.
Afternoon: Continue traveling southwards to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Check in at your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge (Mid-range lodge)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Early Morning: Have breakfast at 6:30 am, pick up packed lunch, and transfer to the park offices for a briefing and assignment of a gorilla group to track.
Gorilla Tracking: At 8:00 am, begin the trek to find Mountain Gorillas. Spend up to an hour with them.
Afternoon: Return to the lodge for a snack and refresh. Later, visit the local Batwa community to learn about their traditional ways of living.
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge (Mid-range lodge)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: Travel to Lake Bunyonyi and check in at your accommodation in time for lunch.
Afternoon: Relax and later enjoy a canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi, one of the world’s deepest lakes. You can paddle the canoe yourself or use a guide.
Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation: Bunyonyi Overland Resort (Budget resort)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: Check out after breakfast and travel to Lake Mburo National Park.
Afternoon: Check in at your accommodation and have lunch. Later, go on an afternoon game drive and enjoy a beautiful sunset over the plains.
Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge (Mid-range lodge)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Early Morning: Embark on a nature walk with an armed ranger to see nocturnal wildlife up close.
Late Morning: Return to the lodge to relax and refresh.
Afternoon: After lunch, go on a relaxing boat ride on Lake Mburo to view wildlife like Hippos and various birds.
Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge (Mid-range lodge)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning: Check out after breakfast and travel back to Entebbe.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch en route and stop at the Equator for photo opportunities.
Afternoon: Arrive in Entebbe to catch your evening flight or be dropped off at your desired destination.
Main Destination: Entebbe International Airport
Accommodation: None (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch (Drinks not included)