Welcome to the 13-Day Wildlife Tour in Uganda! The purpose of this itinerary is to take you on an expedition through some of Uganda's most stunning and wildlife-rich national parks.

You will get the opportunity to see some of Uganda's most magnificent and renowned national parks during the following two weeks, including Bwindi Impenetrable National, Kibale National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park and other protected areas and sanctuaries like Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

You will engage in a range of activities during your vacation, including gorilla tracking, chimp tracking, wildlife safaris, boat cruises, and walking safaris. These activities will allow you to see some of the most amazing species on the earth in their native habitats, including gorillas, chimps, lions, elephants, and rhinos. You will also learn about the conservation measures in place to safeguard these endangered species, as well as how these efforts help local populations.

The journey will also allow you to appreciate the grandeur of Uganda's many landscapes, from the lush rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to the savannah grasslands of Murchison Falls National Park and the Nile river delta. You will also be able to learn about the local culture and way of life, as well as tour the local villages around the national parks.

Day 1: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Day 1 of your vacation starts with a drive to Lake Mburo National Park in western Uganda, not far from the Tanzanian border. The four to five-hour trip will take you through some of Uganda's stunning countryside. You will be able to observe nearby towns, farms, and the region's undulating hills as you travel to the park.

 

You will check into your lodging when you get to the park. Following your arrival and some refreshments, we go for the afternoon wildlife drive.

You can observe a wide range of animals while out on a game drive, including zebras, impalas, giraffes, elands, warthogs, and buffaloes. Hyenas and leopards are occasionally also visible, especially after twilight.

More than 350 different bird species may be seen in Lake Mburo National Park, making it a fantastic location for bird watching.

You will return to your lodging for supper and an overnight stay at the conclusion of the day, getting ready for the adventure of the following day.

Day 2: Explore Lake Mburo National Park

The full day will be spent in Lake Mburo National Park today. In order to explore the park's rich ecology and learn more about the various plant and animal species that make the area home, you will have the option to embark on another guided game drive or a nature walk.

 

You will have a boat trip on Lake Mburo in the afternoon, where you will have the opportunity to see a diversity of aquatic wildlife, including hippos and crocodiles.

Day 3: Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

On Day 3, you will depart Lake Mburo National Park and start your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, which shares a western border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

 

You will pass through the stunning Ugandan countryside throughout the approximately 5-hour trip.

 

You will get the opportunity to see the neighbourhood farms, villages, and rolling hills. With rare birds, reptiles, and insects that are unique to the albetine rift valley, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is regarded as one of the oldest forests in the world. It is renowned for its abundant biodiversity and is home to a variety of animals, including chimpanzees, elephants, several monkey types, and over 350 different bird species, in addition to the endangered mountain gorilla.

 

When you get to the park, you'll check into your lodging. One of the possibilities you have if we get there early enough is to take a walk through the neighbourhood to the Batwa community.

 

Visit the Batwa's traditional homesteads to learn about their way of life and the conservation initiatives that are being made to help them.

 

Native residents of the forest, the Batwa, are known for their distinctive culture and way of life.

You will have the chance to witness them perform traditional dances and show off how they live in the forest according to long-standing customs. This will help you comprehend the inhabitants and surroundings of Bwindi Impenetrable forest better.

 

You will return to your lodging for supper and an overnight stay at the conclusion of the day, getting ready for the adventure of the following day.

Day 4: Uganda Gorilla Safari in Bwindi Forest

Day 4: Today is Gorilla tracking day, the day you've been waiting for! A guided trek into the jungle in search of gorillas will be offered to you. This is one of the most thrilling activities in Uganda and an experience that will last a lifetime.

 

An early-morning briefing at the park's administrative centre will start the day. You will be given guidelines on how to behave around the gorillas during this safety training. Additionally, you'll be given a specific gorilla family to follow. The park officials will then accompany you to the hike's beginning location.

 

Depending on where the gorillas are that day, the journey through the jungle might see strenuous and last anything from one to eight hours. It's crucial to wear supportive and comfy footwear because the ground is uneven and occasionally muddy. You will have a guide with you who will show you the way and assist you in navigating the jungle.

 

You will have the chance to spend an hour watching the gorillas after you've found them. You will observe them going about their everyday routines, such as eating, playing, and socialising with one another. It is a memorable experience.

Being able to see gorillas in their natural habitat is a pleasure since they are gentle giants.

 

You will start your journey back to the park headquarters after your time with the gorillas is done. When you arrive, a certificate honouring your experience will be given to you.

 

In general, the gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is one that will be cherished forever. It's an adventure that mixes the beauty of nature with the excitement of discovery, from the briefing in the early morning through the certificate-giving ceremony.

Day 5: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 5: You'll travel for five hours to Queen Elizabeth National Park today. The Park, which lies in the western region of Uganda borders with Democratic republic of congo to the west, is renowned for the variety of habitats with 95 mammal species the biggest number for Uganda.

Elephants, lions, leopards, hyenas, chimpanzees, and over 600 different kinds of birds live in the park, which is about 1,978 square kilometres in size.

 

This drive will take around five hours, and you will be able to view the gorgeous Ugandan countryside. Additionally, you will pass through the Ishasha area, known for its tree-climbing lions.

 

The reason why the lions in this region of the nation enjoy climbing trees is still a subject of investigation. These lions are famous for this behaviour.

 

You can choose to see the Katwe salt lakes, which have been used for salt mining for more than 400 years, after checking into your accommodation when you arrive. The lake is a naturally salty body of water and one of the area's few sources of salt. It also provides the locals with a sizable portion of their income.

The alternative is to embark on a game drive in the late afternoon to tour the park and view some of the animals.

Day 6: Wildlife Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park

On Day 6, you will have the opportunity to thoroughly explore Queen Elizabeth National Park and everything it has to offer. There are many different species of wildlife in the park, we will be accompanied by a Uganda Wildlife authority ranger at all times during this safari.

Some of the animals we may encounter include leopard, Hyena, lions, elephants, Warthog, Waterbuck, Uganda kob, buffaloes, as well as several bird species.

 

The boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a natural channel that links Lake George and Lake Edward, will be a highlight of the day. You will get the chance to witness a variety of aquatic animals, such as hippos and crocodiles, Nile monitor lizards, Elephants, buffalo as well as other species of birds. The boat tour is a wonderful way to capture pictures of the stunning beauty of the park.

Day 7: Drive to Kibale National Park

Day 7: You will be driven to Kibale National Park. You will get the chance to view the stunning Ugandan landscape during your about 5-hour drive, on a good clear day the Rwenzori Mountains also known as the Mountains of the moon can be seen in the far west.

The western Ugandan park known as Kibale National Park is famously known as the "primate capital of the world" because, in addition to chimpanzees, it is home to another 13 species of primates. Elephants, lions, leopards, and more than 300 different bird species are among the numerous animals that may be seen in the park.

 

Chimpanzee tracking is an activity that park visitors may take part in, giving them the chance to see these apes in their natural environment. Forest hikes, bird viewing, and cultural excursions are other options. The rainforest in Kibale is renowned for having a high level of biodiversity, which includes a variety of trees, butterflies, and moths.

Day 8: Chimpanzee trekking or tracking

One of the primary draws of Kibale National Park is chimpanzee tracking, which offers a rare chance to see these primates in their natural environment. An expert guide will lead the tracking tour as you go through the park's forests in search of chimpanzee families.

 

Around 7 am, park rangers provide a briefing on the guidelines for tracking before the adventure officially begins. Following the chimps' trails and noises, you will then start walking along the route. Depending on where the family of chimpanzees is on that particular day, the walk might last anywhere from two to six hours.

When you've found the chimps, you may watch them from a safe distance as they feed, play, and interact with one another.

 

The park also provides a guided walk along a community conservation trail where guests may learn about the many conservation initiatives in the region. You will learn about the many programmes designed to safeguard the park's animals and ecosystem as well as the ways that locals profit from the park's conservation efforts during your stroll around the nearby settlements.

The opportunity to learn about the regional culture, traditions, and way of life will also be presented via this stroll.

Day 9: Drive to Murchison Falls National Park.

The largest national park in Uganda, covering 3893 square kilometres in northwest Uganda. It is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and varied animals. The park is home to a broad range of creatures, including the world's largest populations of Uganda kobs and Nubian giraffes. It also houses the majority of the nation's elephants. Buffaloes, Jackson's Hartebeest (Kongoni), Bohor reedbuck, many Oribi, warthog, patas monkey, and several bird species are among the other large-scale animals.

 

The Murchison Falls itself, where the Nile river, the longest river in the world, squeezes down a tiny valley to create a strong and breathtaking waterfall, are one of the park's other key draws. In order to watch the Nile River rushing down the narrow valley and obtain a close-up view of the falls, park visitors can take a boat tour to the foot of the falls.

 

Due to the opportunity to view the stunning Ugandan countryside, the trip to the park is also a draw in and of itself. The park provides a spotless drive through the park to your lodging, where you may take in the area's breathtaking natural splendour. You will settle into your lodging and have supper after you get to the park.

Day 10-11: Game Drives, Boat cruise and Murchison Falls

You will spend these two days experiencing the beauty and wildlife of Murchison Falls National Park.

Game Drive to the Delta

A thrilling opportunity to witness a variety of species in their native habitat is a wildlife safari game drive to the delta in Murchison Falls National Park. Elephants, giraffes, Uganda kob, and buffalo are just a few of the creatures that frequently visit the park's delta section to drink from the wetlands and the river Nile. As a result, the delta also draws carnivores like lions, leopards, and hyenas who prey on these harbivores. In quest of wildlife, a knowledgeable guide will take you on a game drive through the savannah grasslands and riverine forests of the park.

 

Around 6 a.m. or 3 p.m. is the customary start time for game drives because these are the times of day when the animals are most active. The "big five" of Murchison Falls National Park (lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and Nubian giraffes) as well as smaller creatures including the Uganda kob, bushbuck, waterbuck, warthogs, bohor reebuck, Patas monkey, Jackson's hartebeest, and oribi may all be seen throughout the drive. The guide will provide you details on the creatures you encounter, including information on their habits and behaviour.

 

The game drive gives tourists the chance to experience the park's stunning topography, from the savannah grasslands to the riverine forests, in addition to the opportunity to see wildlife. Visitors may also learn about the ecology and conservation activities of the park during the game drive. Visitors may learn about the function of the acacia and savannah grasses, two of the many plant species that call the park home, as well as their place in the ecosystem.

Afternoon Boat Cruise to the bottom of the Murchison falls

You'll go on a boat cruise of the Nile River in the afternoon. This is one of the most popular activities in Murchison Falls National Park. The Nile River is home to a variety of aquatic animals, including hippos and crocodiles.

Visitors will get the chance to witness these wildlife in their natural settings while on the boat ride, as well as other species like buffalo and elephants that frequent the river for drinking and bathing.

 

The jetty close to the recently built bridge is usually where the boat tour begins.

You may either utilise the top deck or, if it's hot and extremely sunny, the lower deck, and the boat is pretty comfortable with all the necessary conveniences, including cold beverages.

You may witness various species along the route as the boat travels up the Nile and near the base of the falls, passing through the park's stunning scenery. Typically, the voyage lasts two to three hours.

 

You will get the chance to observe a variety of aquatic wildlife, such as hippos and crocodiles, as you go upstream on the Nile. In the river, hippos are very prevalent and are frequently spotted relaxing in the water or grazing on the banks. Various creatures that come to the river to drink will also be seen.

The boat's guides provide you information on the wildlife you observe, including their habits and behaviour. A variety of bird species, such as the Goliath Heron, the African Fish Eagle, African skimmers, bee-eaters breeding on the baboon cliffs, and, perhaps, the shoebill or the extremely uncommon Pel's fishing owl, can also be expected to be seen along the river.

Day : 12 Walking Safari - Rhino tracking in Ziwa

You will be going on a rhino tracking walking safari at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary today. This is a very unusual chance to witness such magnificent animals in their own environment. You will also find out about the many conservation initiatives now in place to ensure their survival.

 

Located in Uganda's Nakasongola area, the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary was established specifically to protect the country's endangered rhinoceros population. Since its founding in 2005, the sanctuary has provided a safe haven for Southern White Rhinoceros, starting with only 5 individuals, it is now home to over 35 rhinos. Plans are under way to translocate them to one of the bigger conservation areas.

It's also the only area in Uganda where people can go on foot rhino tracking, so it's a rare and thrilling chance to observe these magnificent animals in their native environment.

 

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary offers visitors the opportunity to go on a guided walking safari across the savannah grasslands in search of rhinos.

While on safari, you'll get a close look at rhinos and a crash course on understanding their lifestyle. The conservation initiatives now in place to secure the future of these species will also be detailed in the book.

 

On the safari, guests may also see bushbuck, warthogs, and bush pigs, all of which call the sanctuary home. The park's ecology and conservation activities will also be explained to curious guests. Visitors will get an understanding of the importance of the many plant species found in the sanctuary, such as acacia and savannah grasses.

Day 13: End of 13 Days Uganda Safari Tour and Departure

On this final day of your trip, you will be transferred to your last hotel in Entebbe for your departure, having thoroughly enjoyed your stay and returning home with a wealth of memories and information about Uganda's wildlife and conservation projects.

For those whose flights are for the following day. An extra day can be spent exploring the city of Entebbe or just relaxing in your hotel facilities.