15 Days Uganda safari

The 15 Days Uganda Safari is the ultimate journey through the Pearl of Africa, combining Uganda’s finest wildlife parks, primate destinations, scenic lakes, waterfalls, and adventure attractions. This safari takes you to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mburo National Park, Sipi Falls, and Jinja.

Experience thrilling game drives, boat cruises, rhino tracking, chimpanzee tracking, mountain gorilla trekking, walking safaris, cultural encounters, waterfall hikes, and a visit to the Source of the Nile. This itinerary is perfect for travelers seeking a complete Uganda safari experience.

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Hotel

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet your safari guide and transfer to your hotel for relaxation and briefing.

Accommodation: ViaVia Entebbe / 2 Friends Beach Hotel / Airport Guesthouse Entebbe

Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After breakfast, travel to Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking on foot.

Continue to the park and visit the top of Murchison Falls where the Nile forces through a narrow gorge before plunging into the river below.

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Fort Murchison / Murchison River Lodge / Hornbill Bush Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

Enjoy an early morning game drive in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, leopards, and numerous antelope species.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls.

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Fort Murchison / Murchison River Lodge / Hornbill Bush Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Delta Boat Safari and Top of the Falls Visit

After breakfast, take a boat excursion to the Nile Delta, one of the best places in Uganda to spot the shoebill stork and other water birds.

Spend the afternoon exploring more wildlife-rich areas of the park.

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Fort Murchison / Murchison River Lodge / Hornbill Bush Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Depart Murchison Falls and drive through western Uganda towards Kibale Forest National Park.

Arrive in the afternoon and relax at your lodge.

Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge / Turaco Treetops / Kibale Forest Camp / Isunga Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest and later enjoy a guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.

Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge / Turaco Treetops / Kibale Forest Camp / Isunga Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Evening Game Drive

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park and enjoy an evening game drive in the Kasenyi Plains.

Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge / Twin Lakes Safari Lodge / Elephant Hab Lodge / Enganzi Game Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 8: Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Start the day with a morning game drive before enjoying an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.

Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge / Twin Lakes Safari Lodge / Elephant Hab Lodge / Enganzi Game Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 9: Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha Sector

Travel through the Ishasha Sector searching for tree climbing lions before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Bakiga Lodge / Buhoma Community Haven Lodge / Gorilla Mist Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 10: Gorilla Trekking Experience

After a briefing, enter the forest in search of mountain gorillas. Spend one unforgettable hour with a gorilla family before returning to the lodge.

Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Bakiga Lodge / Buhoma Community Haven Lodge / Gorilla Mist Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 11: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi and spend the afternoon relaxing by the lakeshore or exploring some of its islands.

Accommodation: BirdNest Resort Bunyonyi / Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi / Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort / Bunyonyi Overland Resort

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 12: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park and enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of zebras, impalas, giraffes, buffaloes, and elands.

Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge / Kigarama Wilderness Lodge / Mpogo Safari Lodge / Mihingo Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 13: Walking Safari and Transfer to Sipi Falls

Enjoy a guided walking safari before departing for Sipi Falls in eastern Uganda.

Arrive in the evening and relax while enjoying views of the waterfalls and surrounding landscapes.

Accommodation: Sipi Heritage Lodge / Rafiki Lodge Sipi / Sipi Valley Resort / Lacam Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 14: Sipi Falls Hike and Transfer to Jinja

After breakfast, enjoy a guided hike to the beautiful Sipi Falls and participate in a coffee experience on the slopes of Mount Elgon.

Later, continue to Jinja and check into your lodge along the Nile.

Accommodation: 2 Friends Jinja / Nile Village Hotel & Spa / Jinja Nile Resort / The Mansion Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 15: Source of the Nile Tour and Return to Entebbe

Visit the Source of the Nile and enjoy a boat excursion before returning to Entebbe or Kampala for your departure flight or hotel drop-off.

Accommodation: No Overnight Accommodation

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Optional Activities

Murchison Falls National Park

• Hot Air Balloon Safari
• Sport Fishing
• Night Game Drive
• Bird Watching Safari
• Nature Walk

Kibale Forest National Park

• Chimpanzee Habituation Experience
• Crater Lakes Tour
• Coffee Experience Tour
• Community Visit

Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Lion Tracking Experience
• Chimpanzee Tracking in Kyambura Gorge
• Katwe Salt Mining Tour
• Maramagambo Forest Walk

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Batwa Cultural Experience
• Gorilla Habituation Experience
• Waterfall Trail Walk
• Community Cultural Tour

Lake Bunyonyi

• Canoeing
• Island Hopping
• Ziplining
• Bird Watching
• Nature Walks

Lake Mburo National Park

• Horseback Safari
• Boat Cruise
• Mountain Biking
• Night Game Drive

Sipi Falls

• Abseiling
• Mountain Biking
• Community Walk
• Mount Elgon Hiking

Jinja

• White Water Rafting
• Kayaking
• Bungee Jumping
• Quad Biking
• Horseback Riding
• Sunset Nile Cruise