16 Days Uganda safari

The 16 Days Uganda Safari is a complete exploration of Uganda’s wildlife, primates, landscapes, culture, and adventure attractions. This unforgettable journey takes you through 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, Jinja, and Mabamba Wetland.

Experience thrilling game drives, boat cruises, rhino tracking, chimpanzee tracking, mountain gorilla trekking, birdwatching, nature walks, cultural encounters, waterfall hikes, and adventure along the River Nile. This safari offers the perfect combination of wildlife viewing, primate experiences, and scenic beauty across Uganda.

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Hotel

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel. Relax and prepare for the safari ahead.

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

Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 2: Shoebill Tracking in Mabamba Wetland and Entebbe Tour

After an early breakfast, transfer to Mabamba Wetland on the shores of Lake Victoria. Enjoy a guided canoe excursion through the papyrus channels in search of the rare shoebill stork and numerous other bird species.

Later return to Entebbe and visit attractions such as the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, local craft markets, and the shores of Lake Victoria.

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After breakfast, depart for Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking.

Continue to the park and visit the top of Murchison Falls before proceeding to your lodge.

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

Enjoy a sunrise 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 5: Delta Boat Safari and Top of the Falls Visit

After breakfast, enjoy a boat safari towards the Nile Delta where birdlife is abundant and shoebill sightings are possible.

Spend the afternoon exploring additional wildlife areas within the park.

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Travel through scenic western Uganda towards Kibale Forest National Park.

Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy the beautiful forest surroundings.

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7: 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 8: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Evening Game Drive

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

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 9: Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Enjoy a morning game drive followed by 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 10: 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 11: Gorilla Trekking Experience

Begin the day with a gorilla trekking briefing before entering the forest to search for 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 12: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, drive to Lake Bunyonyi and spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring the lake’s islands.

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 13: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Travel to Lake Mburo National Park and enjoy an afternoon game drive.

Look out for zebras, impalas, giraffes, buffaloes, elands, and topis.

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 14: Walking Safari and Transfer to Sipi Falls

Enjoy a guided walking safari before driving to Sipi Falls in eastern Uganda.

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 15: Sipi Falls Hike and Transfer to Jinja

Explore the spectacular waterfalls of Sipi and enjoy a coffee tour before transferring to Jinja.

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

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 16: 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.

Accommodation: No Overnight Accommodation

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Optional Activities

Entebbe and Mabamba

• Uganda Wildlife Education Centre Visit
• Botanical Gardens Tour
• Sunset Boat Cruise on Lake Victoria
• Fishing Experience

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 Lake 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