18-Days Ultimate Uganda Adventure Safari

Day 1: Kampala/Entebbe – Lake Mburo National Park

Your journey begins with a drive southwest to Lake Mburo National Park, a compact savannah jewel known for its zebras, impalas and hippos. Enjoy a scenic boat cruise on the lake followed by an evening game drive as the park comes alive.

Accommodation: Mburo Safari Lodge / Rwakobo Rock Lodge

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Lake Mburo – Lake Bunyonyi

Rise early for a sunrise game drive before continuing south to the tranquil shores of Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest lake. Unwind and take in the stunning terraced hills surrounding the lake.

Accommodation: Bird Nest Resort Cottages

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Lake Bunyonyi – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Start your morning with a canoe ride across Lake Bunyonyi, visiting its historic islands. Then journey deeper into the southwest to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the endangered mountain gorillas.

Accommodation: Buhoma Community Havens Lodge / Rest Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking – Bwindi

Today is the highlight! After a detailed briefing, head into the ancient forest for a life-changing gorilla trekking experience. Spending time with a gorilla family in their natural habitat is awe-inspiring and deeply humbling.

Accommodation: Same as above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Bwindi – Queen Elizabeth NP (Ishasha Sector)

Drive north into Queen Elizabeth National Park, entering through the Ishasha Sector, famed for its rare tree-climbing lions. Enjoy an evening game drive and check-in at your lodge.

Accommodation: Enjojo Lodge / Ishasha Jungle Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Ishasha Wilderness Exploration

Spend the full day exploring the open plains of Ishasha, searching for lions lounging in fig trees and a variety of other big game.

Accommodation: Same as above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Ishasha – Mweya Sector

Transfer to the Mweya Sector of Queen Elizabeth NP. After lunch, enjoy a game drive in one of the most scenic wildlife corridors in East Africa.

Accommodation: Preferred Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Kazinga Channel Cruise

Explore Kasenyi Plains on a morning game drive, then head to Kazinga Channel for a spectacular boat safari, offering intimate views of hippos, crocodiles and water birds.

Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge / Pumba Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Queen Elizabeth NP – Kibale Forest

Visit the Katwe Salt Lakes, then journey north to Kibale Forest National Park. Arrive for a nature walk through the bird-rich Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary.

Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Chimpanzee Tracking – Kibale

Begin the day with chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, known as the primate capital of the world. Spot various monkeys and birds as you explore the dense forest canopy.

Accommodation: Same as above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Kibale – Murchison Falls National Park

Drive northeast to Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest national park. Stop at the top of the falls for breathtaking views before heading for an evening game drive.

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Wildlife and Waterfalls

Enjoy a morning game drive, then take a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, witnessing the world’s most powerful waterfall up close.

Accommodation: Same as above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Delta Cruise and Game Drive

Have breakfast on a peaceful Nile Delta cruise, watching for rare birds like the shoebill stork. Later, enjoy one more game drive in search of missed species.

Accommodation: Same as above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: Murchison – Kidepo Valley National Park

Travel to Kidepo, Uganda’s remotest and most untouched wilderness. Settle into your lodge or take a short evening drive.

Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15 & 16: Kidepo Game Drives

Two full days of game drives across the Narus and Kidepo Valleys, where lions, cheetahs, giraffes and elephants roam the wide open landscapes. Visit IK and Karamojong communities for unique cultural immersion.

Accommodation: Same as above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 17: Kidepo – Gulu

Enjoy one last game drive in Narus Valley, then visit Karamojong villages before driving to Gulu for your overnight stay.

Accommodation: Church Hill Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 18: Gulu – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Entebbe

Wrap up your journey with a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to Uganda’s only wild rhinos. After on-foot rhino tracking, proceed to Entebbe for your onward flight.

Accommodation: None

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch