Experience the best of Uganda on this unforgettable 12-day budget gorilla trekking and wildlife safari. This journey takes you through the adventure capital of East Africa in Jinja, the mighty Murchison Falls National Park, the wildlife-rich Queen Elizabeth National Park, gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi, and a walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax and recover from the journey.
Overnight: Airport Guest House
Meals: Dinner (depending on arrival time)
Day 2: Entebbe – Jinja | White Water Rafting
After an early breakfast, depart for Jinja, the adventure capital of East Africa, located at the source of the River Nile. Enjoy a full day of white-water rafting, one of the most thrilling experiences in Uganda, suitable for both first-timers and experienced rafters.
Activities: Full-day white water rafting on the River Nile
Overnight: Haven Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Jinja – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After breakfast, depart for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to Uganda’s only wild rhinos. In the evening, enjoy a guided rhino tracking experience on foot, offering a rare opportunity to see these magnificent animals up close in their natural habitat.
Activities: Rhino tracking
Overnight: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Guesthouse / Amuka Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Ziwa – Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, drive to Murchison Falls National Park. En route, visit the top of Murchison Falls for a guided hike and witness the Nile forcing its way through a narrow gorge before plunging 43 meters down.
Later, proceed into the park for an evening game drive, where you may spot elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes.
Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Murchison Falls National Park – Full Day Safari
Spend the day exploring the park on extensive game drives across the savannah plains. Expect sightings of lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and numerous bird species.
Activities: Morning and afternoon game drives
Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Murchison Falls – Game Drive & Community Experience
Begin the day with a morning game drive in search of the remaining members of the Big Five. In the afternoon, enjoy a local community tour, offering insights into traditional lifestyles, culture, and conservation efforts.
Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Murchison Falls – Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early breakfast, depart with packed lunch and drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing through scenic landscapes and rural communities. Arrive in the evening for dinner and rest.
Overnight: The Bush Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Queen Elizabeth – Ishasha Sector
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, then return for lunch. Later, proceed to the Ishasha sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions often seen resting in fig trees.
Overnight: Ishasha Pride Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Ishasha – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a short game drive as you exit Ishasha, then continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Rushaga sector). This scenic drive passes through rolling hills and local villages.
Overnight: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Gorilla Habituation Experience & Batwa Cultural Tour
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for the Gorilla Habituation Experience, which allows you to spend up to four hours with a semi-habituated gorilla family alongside researchers and rangers.
In the afternoon, enjoy a Batwa (Pygmy) cultural experience, learning about their forest heritage, traditions, and way of life.
Overnight: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Bwindi – Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park but rich in wildlife such as zebras, elands, impalas, and buffaloes. Enjoy an evening game drive upon arrival.
Overnight: Rwakobo Rock
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Lake Mburo – Entebbe (Departure)
Start the day with an early walking safari accompanied by an armed ranger, offering a close and intimate wildlife experience. Afterwards, depart for Entebbe, stopping at the equator line for lunch, souvenirs, and photos.
Continue to Entebbe International Airport for your outbound flight.
Meals: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch
| 12 RAFTING & PRIMATE HABITUATION SAFARI-UGANDA | |
| Safari Fee Per Person (USD $) | |
| ROOM TYPE | BUDGET |
| Price per person sharing a double room | USD4,966 |
Inclusive:
- Meals as specified in the itinerary on Full Board (FB)
- Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
- Water in the vehicle
- English-speaking guide
- Activities as indicated in the itinerary
- Park entrance, Ranger guides, conservation fees
- All applicable taxes, administration and parking fees
- 4X4 Safari Land Cruiser
- Gorilla Habituation permits are included in the cost
Exclusive:
- All passport and visa fees
- All health, vaccination and medication
- International flight and airport departure tax
- Laundry, gratitude for the guide, hotel, staff, etc.
- Rafting fee (USD120 per person)
