9 Days Uganda Highlight Safaris

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Trip overview

Come for a Uganda highlight safari. Which starts with meeting and welcoming you at Entebbe international airport

Track chimpanzees in Kibale national park, search for lions and other wildlife in Queen Elizabeth national park.

 

Trek and meet Gorillas in Bwindi impenetrable National park, relax at Lake Bunyonyi Island and departure to the airport for your flight back home. Unforgettable journey

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Trip highlights

 

• Meet mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

• Venture into the heart of the rainforest in Kibale National Park in search of wild chimpanzees.

• Embark on a safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park in pursuit of superb wildlife sightings.

• Soak in the tranquil African scenery from aboard a boat cruise down the Kazinga Channel.

• Featuring expertly selected hotels and lodges.

 

DAY 1

 ARIVAL AT ENTEBBE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

The Adventure Begins

For your added comfort, your Rwatata Safari guide will be waiting for you as you exit the arrival hall and will be holding a sign with your name on it. They will escort you to your private vehicle and accompany you to your reserved accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

A private transfer between the airport and your hotel in Entebbe is provided.

Where you’ll be staying

Gorilla African Guest house

 

DAY 2

TRANSFER FROM ENTEBBE TO KIBALE NATIONAL PARK

Just a Walk in the Park

A private transfer from Entebbe to Kibale National Park is provided. The approximate transfer time is five hours and 30 minutes. A lunch stop on your way is included.

Uganda’s Kibale National Park is a verdant sanctuary teeming with magnificent flora and fauna. The steamy rainforests of Kibale are home to countless types of mammals and birds, colorful butterflies, and most importantly over a dozen species of primates, including the chimpanzee. Today, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, venture out into the thick jungles of Kibale and experience this bastion of raw nature on a walking safari. With a network of shady forest trails, the park provides rare access to plants and creatures that you may not be able to see anywhere else. Your thrilling adventure gives you a thorough introduction to this tropical ecosystem and allows you to fully immerse yourself in one of the world’s most untouched habitats.      

Where you’ll be staying

Chimpanzee forest lodge

Cottage

 

DAY 3

EXPLORE KIBALE NATIONAL PARK

Nurtured by Nature

Home to a number of primate species, Kibale National Park is an enchanting wildlife sanctuary encompassing one of the most dazzling rainforest ecosystems in all of East and Central Africa. Today, venture out into this lush haven on a guide hike in search of Kibale’s chimpanzees. As you make your way through the forest, the steamy jungle uncovers its secrets. Your knowledgeable guide points out various types of flora and fauna and introduces you to this captivating ecosystem. During your experience you will get the chance to spot chimpanzees, black and white colobus, red-tailed monkeys, or perhaps the grey-cheeked mangabey. Please keep in mind that in order to protect these precious animals, you must keep a safe distance at all times and ensure that you are not suffering from any illness that may be passed on to them at the time of your visit. Upon the conclusion of your excursion you will be transferred back to your accommodation for refreshment and relaxation.

Where you’ll be staying

Chimpanzee forest lodge

Cottage

 

DAY 4

KIBALE NATIONAL PARK TO QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

Venture into the Outdoors

A private transfer is provided from Kibale National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The approximate transfer time is two hours.

As the heat of the day begins to subside, continue your safari experience as you venture out into the grassy plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park for an afternoon game drive. This scenic corner of Uganda boasts astounding biodiversity, and wildlife concentration here is among the best in the country. Drive across the savanna, expose your senses to the raw beauty of Africa and let your guide find the optimal viewing spots. With over 95 mammal species and more than 600 species of bird, there is no shortage of game to see. You will be returned to your lodge right in time to freshen up before dinner.  

Where you’ll be staying

Tembo safari lodge

Cottage

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DAY 5

EXPLORE QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

Hidden Gems

After breakfast, head out into the park for a game drive across Queen Elizabeth National Park and see savanna come to life with activity as another day in the bush begins. The remote Ishasha Sector at the southern edges of the park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions, a rare sight not commonly experienced anywhere else in Africa. Traveling north, the Kyambura Gorge harbors a population of habituated chimps; the Maramagambo Forest is home to a number of forest monkeys and countless birds; and the crater lakes of Queen Elizabeth National Park play host to colorful flocks of flamingo. No matter which portion of the reserve you venture into, the wildlife sightings are nothing short of exciting.     

 

Experience the raw beauty of Queen Elizabeth National Park from a new perspective as you embark on a boat cruise down the Kazinga channel. This ultimate safari adventure allows you to soak in the tranquil scenery and view African wildlife as your boat gently cruises down the park’s waterways. The banks of Kazinga channel are teeming with life, and it is not uncommon to spot animals such as hippo, crocodile, buffalo, elephant, zebra, bush backs and more from the comfort of your vessel. It is also a birder’s paradise, with more than 600 species, including the peculiar shoebill, all living in this untouched corner of Uganda. Take in the picturesque banks of the channel; admire the lush vegetation and keep your eyes peeled for African beasts. Throughout the excursion, your guide provides you with interesting facts about the channel’s history, local communities and the flora and fauna you’re seeing.

Where you’ll be staying

Tembo Safari lodge

Cottage

 

DAY 6

EXPLORE THE SOUTH OF QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

 

Lose Yourself in Nature

The diverse landscapes and an abundance of wildlife on display make Queen Elizabeth National Park one of the country’s most coveted safari destinations. Today, set out on a game drive across the sprawling savanna in search of African beasts. The park features a variety of ecosystems; combining grassy savanna, humid forests, shimmering lakes and fertile wetlands, all of which make it into an ideal setting for big game to thrive. Feel the thrill of adventure as you traverse the wilderness of Queen Elizabeth National Park and let your knowledgeable guide take you to the best viewing spots. With the dramatic peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains in the background, this is an unparalleled setting for your safari experience. Upon the conclusion of your game drive you will be transferred back to your lodge.

Where you’ll be staying

Buffalo safari lodge

Cottage

 

DAY 7

TRANSFER FROM QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK TO BWINDI

A Dazzling Drive

A private transfer from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi is provided. The approximate transfer time is five hours.

In the afternoon, enjoy some time on your own to relax.

Where you’ll be staying

Ride for a woman

Cottage

 

DAY 8

GORILLA TREKKING IN BWINDI

The Trek Continues

For one of the most unforgettable wildlife experiences of a lifetime, early this morning put on your hiking boots and head deep into the steamy jungles covering the peaks of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in pursuit of the rare mountain gorillas. The park is known to be one of the best places on the planet to see these fascinating primates. Your seasoned park guides search for the resident gorilla families and help you interpret local flora and fauna as you make your way through this pristine reserve. After hiking through the mesmerizing wilds of Bwindi you will be rewarded with a truly hypnotizing encounter with the gorillas. From a safe distance, spend an hour observing them in their habitat and feel a true connection with the natural world. The tracking may take between 5 and 8 hours, depending on the current conditions and location of the gorillas. After the tracking you will be transferred to Lake Bunyonyi Island for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay.

 

Please note that only persons age 15 and over are allowed to track the gorillas.       

Where you’ll be staying

Bunyonyi overland resort

Cottage

 

DAY 9

TRANSFER FROM LAKE BUNYONYI ISLAND TO ENTEBBE AIRPORT

Bon Voyage

A private transfer from your accommodation in Lake Bunyonyi Island to Entebbe international airport is provided.

Take your breakfast early enough and your guide will pick you and hit the road and along the way you will have a stopover along the way for equator viewing and picnic lunch then after drive to Entebbe airport for your flight back home.

End of the trip

 

Package Exclude:

• Park fees

• Gorilla permit $800

• All activities

• All accommodation

• Soft drinks

• A professional driver/guide

• All transportation

• All Taxes/VAT

• Roundtrip airport transfer

• All Meals

 

​EXCLUDES

 

• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

• Tips (Tips)

• Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)    

• Heavy Drink like beer

• Personal expenses like cigarette’s

• International flights

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