Private/Group Tour Highlights
- Visit Kampala's Buganda Palace and Gaddafi Mosque.
- Enjoy a scenic boat cruise on Lake Victoria.
- Track rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
- Witness Murchison Falls and enjoy its game drives.
- Trek through Kibale Forest for a chimpanzee encounter.
- Explore the biodiversity of the Bigodi Wetlands.
- Enjoy game drives and boat safaris in Queen Elizabeth Park.
- Experience gorilla trekking in the breathtaking Bwindi National Park.
Tour Overview
Begin an extraordinary adventure through Uganda, where diverse landscapes, captivating wildlife, and cultural experiences await. Start in Kampala, the vibrant capital, exploring historic sites like the Buganda Palace and Gaddafi Mosque before enjoying a sunset cruise on Lake Victoria. Then, head to Murchison Falls National Park to witness the powerful falls and enjoy thrilling game drives. Next, travel to Kibale National Park for chimpanzee trekking and visit the Bigodi Wetlands for a unique nature walk. Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you’ll explore diverse wildlife on game drives and a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel. Finish your journey with a trek in Bwindi National Park, encountering the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
This unforgettable journey offers a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes, unforgettable wildlife encounters, and cultural exploration, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Inclusions
- Accommodations, Meals, Activities:
- Unlimited mileage in a private 4x4 safari vehicle
- 4x4 customized Toyota Land Cruiser (5-seater or 7-seater) with all fuel for the tour
- Scheduled flights: Pakuba to Kasese, Kihihi to Entebbe
- 15 kg (33 lb) luggage limit per person in soft-sided bags, including hand luggage
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Park entrance fees
- Activities and permits
- Bwindi Lodge: Soft drinks, standard and premium alcoholic drinks, cellar collection wines (excluding French champagne), single malt whiskeys, laundry services, any activities at the lodge, and one 50-minute massage per person.
- Nile Safari Lodge: House beverages (excluding premium brands and champagne), laundry services.
- Primate and Elephant Plains Lodges: House beverages (excluding premium brands and champagne), laundry services.
- Reusable metal water bottle for drinking water in the safari vehicle
- AMREF Flying Doctor emergency evacuation insurance for the duration of the trip
- 24/7 service support from our regional office
- Government taxes and VAT where applicable-
Exclusions
- Medical and travel insurance
- Meals that are not indicated on the itinerary
- Deviations from the itinerary or optional activities
- Items of a personal nature
- Drinks and laundry service unless noted
- Gratuities and tipping
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
Welcome to Uganda
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where a warm welcome awaits.
You’ll be assisted through entry formalities and, once outside the airport, introduced to your dedicated driver/guide. Sit back and enjoy a seamless transfer from Entebbe International Airport to Kampala for your overnight stay, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey ahead.
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where a warm welcome awaits.
You’ll be assisted through entry formalities and, once outside the airport, introduced to your dedicated driver/guide. Sit back and enjoy a seamless transfer from Entebbe International Airport to Kampala for your overnight stay, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey ahead.
Kampala
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After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Kampala, beginning with a visit to the Buganda Palace for an insightful tour of the outdoor grounds. Continue to the Gaddafi Mosque, where climbing the minaret offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
Next, visit Awegys Secondary School, our partner school located just outside Kampala, to learn more about their inspiring work. Conclude the day with a sunset cruise on Lake Victoria before returning to the hotel in Kampala for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Note: Visitors to the Gaddafi Mosque are requested to wear modest dress; head coverings are provided upon entry. ...read less
Journey to Murchison Falls National Park
Begin the day with a morning transfer to Murchison Falls National Park with your guide. Along the way, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an unforgettable on-foot rhino tracking experience (approximately 2 hours) and enjoy lunch before continuing the journey.
Afterwards, proceed to Murchison Falls (approximately 3 hours), arriving for a game drive or scenic viewing at the Top of the Falls. Conclude the day with check-in and an overnight stay at a lodge in Murchison Falls National Park.
Begin the day with a morning transfer to Murchison Falls National Park with your guide. Along the way, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an unforgettable on-foot rhino tracking experience (approximately 2 hours) and enjoy lunch before continuing the journey.
Afterwards, proceed to Murchison Falls (approximately 3 hours), arriving for a game drive or scenic viewing at the Top of the Falls. Conclude the day with check-in and an overnight stay at a lodge in Murchison Falls National Park.
Discovering Murchison Falls
Experience the wonders of Murchison Falls with a morning game drive, followed by lunch at the lodge.
In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari to the Bottom of the Falls, and afterward, enjoy another game drive.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Experience the wonders of Murchison Falls with a morning game drive, followed by lunch at the lodge.
In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari to the Bottom of the Falls, and afterward, enjoy another game drive.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
From Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park
Begin the day with a morning game drive, followed by an early lunch at the lodge. Afterward, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Kasese.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the lodge's driver/guide and transferred to your lodge in Kibale National Park for check-in and an overnight stay.
Begin the day with a morning game drive, followed by an early lunch at the lodge. Afterward, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Kasese.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the lodge's driver/guide and transferred to your lodge in Kibale National Park for check-in and an overnight stay.
Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetlands
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Transfer to the park headquarters for your pre-trek briefing.
After a pre-trek briefing, embark on a Chimpanzee Trek in Kibale National Park. Trackers will guide you to the chimps' communities, where you’ll spend an hour observing them in their natural habitat. Birdwatchers will also enjoy the rich variety of species in the forest
In the afternoon, visit the Bigodi Wetlands for a 2-3 hour nature walk. This community-led conservation area is home to over 200 bird species and primates like the red-tailed monkey and colobus monkeys. Learn about the wetlands’ ecological importance and the conservation efforts in place.
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Journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Start the day with a tree planting activity outside Kibale Forest.
Afterward, transfer by road to Queen Elizabeth National Park (approximately 2.5-3 hours), arriving in time for lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive to explore the park’s diverse wildlife.
Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Start the day with a tree planting activity outside Kibale Forest.
Afterward, transfer by road to Queen Elizabeth National Park (approximately 2.5-3 hours), arriving in time for lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive to explore the park’s diverse wildlife.
Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park
Begin the day with an exciting morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering the chance to spot the park's diverse wildlife.
After lunch at the lodge, head out for an afternoon boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll enjoy close-up views of elephants, buffalo, and hippos, all against the backdrop of stunning landscapes.
Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Begin the day with an exciting morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering the chance to spot the park's diverse wildlife.
After lunch at the lodge, head out for an afternoon boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll enjoy close-up views of elephants, buffalo, and hippos, all against the backdrop of stunning landscapes.
Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Journey to Bwindi National Park
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Begin the day with a transfer to Bwindi National Park, including an en-route game drive through the Ishasha sector (approximately 2 hours), offering a chance to spot the famous tree-climbing lions and other wildlife.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at the lodge, followed by a visit to the Ride4aWoman Center, an empowering community initiative that supports local women through craft production and training. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings of Bwindi.
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Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi National Park
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In the morning, transfer to the park headquarters for your pre-trek briefing before embarking on the Gorilla Trek in Bwindi National Park.
Trekking gorillas in Uganda is an unforgettable experience, taking you through the lush rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The trek’s difficulty and duration vary, depending on the gorilla group’s location, with a chance to see the gorillas up close and observe their natural behaviors.
During your hour with the gorillas, you’ll witness their interactions and possibly the nurturing of young gorillas. The trek also offers a chance to enjoy the rainforest's beauty, with its vibrant birdlife and wildlife. Learn about gorilla conservation and the communities that share their habitat, leaving you with indelible memories.
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Optional Second Day in Bwindi National Park
This optional day gives you the opportunity to either relax and explore the surrounding area at your leisure or participate in additional activities, such as nature walks, birdwatching, or visiting local communities.
This day can be customized to suit your interests, offering more time to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and wildlife of Bwindi.
Overnight at your lodge.
This optional day gives you the opportunity to either relax and explore the surrounding area at your leisure or participate in additional activities, such as nature walks, birdwatching, or visiting local communities.
This day can be customized to suit your interests, offering more time to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and wildlife of Bwindi.
Overnight at your lodge.
Flight Home
In the morning, transfer to Kihihi Airstrip (approximately 1.5 hours) for your scheduled flight to Entebbe International Airport.
Arrive at Entebbe for your flight home.
In the morning, transfer to Kihihi Airstrip (approximately 1.5 hours) for your scheduled flight to Entebbe International Airport.
Arrive at Entebbe for your flight home.
Kampala, Uganda
Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda
Kibale National Park, Uganda
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
Places You'll See
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Kampala
Kampala, the vibrant capital of Uganda, is a bustling city that blends rich history with modern development. Known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, it offers a mix of cultural experiences, including visits to local markets, religious sites, and museums. The city is also a gateway to Uganda’s wildlife and nature reserves, making it an ideal start for a safari adventure.
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Murchison Falls National Park
Murchison Falls National Park is one of Uganda’s largest and oldest protected areas. The park is named after the stunning Murchison Falls, where the Nile River surges through a narrow gap in the rocks, creating a powerful and dramatic waterfall. The park offers excellent game drives and boat safaris, allowing visitors to see diverse wildlife like elephants, lions, and hippos in their natural habitats.
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Kibale National Park
Kibale National Park is a gem of Uganda’s primate-rich ecosystems, renowned for its population of chimpanzees. Spanning 795 km², it is home to 12 other primate species, including the endangered red colobus monkey, as well as numerous mammals, birds, and plant species. The park’s dense tropical forests, grasslands, and swamps offer an incredible setting for chimpanzee trekking, guided walks, and birdwatching.
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Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s premier wildlife destination, covers nearly 2,000 km² of diverse landscapes, from wetlands to savanna, and is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, lions, and over 600 bird species. The park is especially famous for the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha Plains and offers exciting game drives and boat safaris along the scenic Kazinga Channel, teeming with hippos and other wildlife.
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Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is located in southwestern Uganda and is home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas. The park, known for its dense tropical rainforest and rugged terrain, offers an intimate and immersive gorilla trekking experience. It is one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth, with a variety of mammals, birds, and plant species.
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Hotel Options
3 Star Properties
Kibale National Park : Primate Lodge
Primate Lodge
Kibale National Park , UGANDA
Primate Lodge Kibale is tucked deep in the forest and right next door to the starting point for chimpanzee tracking excursions as well as the incredible chimpanzee habituation – two of the most genuinely breath-taking wildlife experiences on the planet. The main lodge is located in the lush greenery. In the spacious dining room, delicious meals, both international and traditional African dishes, are served with a smile.
4 Star Properties
Murchison Falls National Park : Nile Safari Lodge
Nile Safari Lodge
Murchison Falls National Park , UGANDA
Nile Safari Lodge offers a magical escape in a luxurious, tranquil, and eco-friendly setting, with breathtaking views of the River Nile from every corner of the lodge. Located on the banks of the world’s longest river, and Uganda’s largest national park, Murchison Falls National Park, Nile Safari Lodge offers lavish accommodations, personalized service, and unparalleled privacy. The lodge is designed to be minimally intrusive, with sweeping views of the surrounding landscapes, as well as total exclusivity. The furniture and fittings have been carefully selected to blend the boundaries between inside and outside, creating a seamless integration with nature while still be comfortable and beautiful.
5 Star Properties
Latitude 0°
Kampala , UGANDA
With views stretching out over Lake Victoria, and over the city of Kampala, Latitude 0° sits among indigenous orchid filled trees atop of Makindye Hill, approximately 6 kms from the CDB, and 45 minutes from Entebbe International Airport. Latitude 0° is more than just a hotel with 47 guest rooms and suites, a 24-hour front desk, and fast airport transfers. There are two restaurants and three bars offering culinary delights and a wide variety of drinks from all corners of the world. The hotel is a haven for relaxation and fitness through the spa, gym and swimming pools. The hotel has a socialising and networking centre with lounges, rooftop bar, private dining, and entertaining spaces, and a calendar filled with music, art, fashion and business events. The co-working hub has private workspaces, and meeting and conference rooms. Experience unique African lifestyle hospitality, blending modern urban Africa with a cosmopolitan twist.
Queen Elizabeth National Park : Elephant Plains Lodge
Elephant Plains Lodge
Queen Elizabeth National Park , UGANDA
Elephant Plains is a luxury lodge located on the most spectacular viewpoint in the whole of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Perched 941 m above sea level, high upon the western escarpment of the Albertine Rift in the northeast of the park, the lodge offers panoramic views stretching for miles over the huge open grasslands to Lake George. Set in 80 acres of pristine wilderness, a short drive from the park gate, nowhere else here can you sleep closer to the equator (N*S 0.0, 25.172), with views of the equator monument visible from all around the lodge. Nestled next to beautiful Lake Kikorongo, this is where the open plains merge into the crystal waters and large numbers of elephants come to drink, hence the lodge’s name.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest : Bwindi Lodge
Bwindi Lodge
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest , UGANDA
Overlooking the primeval Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Bwindi Lodge is the finest luxury lodge at Bwindi. With dramatic intense views of the forest canopy across a serene stream, it is one of Africa’s unique properties. The gorillas frequently come to relax in the verdant bush around the lodge! The lodge is perfectly located for a Uganda jungle gorilla tracking experience. The luxury forest lodge in Bwindi features a guest lounge and dining area that bring the feel of the forest into the stylish interiors. The main living area has a central fireplace which acts as a focal point for guests to relax and discuss their gorilla tracking experience. An outdoor terrace gives dramatic views of the impenetrable forest and is a great place to spot the monkeys and birds hidden in the foliage.
Testimonials
Deborah L.
Traveled December 2017
Thank you so much for making this a unique and very special adventure for us….
We had an outstanding trip, thanks to you!! We both feel that every travel detail was seamlessly handled for us so we did not have to think about anything but enjoying our travels. You did an amazing job for us!!
What was an incredible trip to view and photograph chimpanzees and gorillas also tuned out to be a trip to meet and fall in love with the land and people of Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda! Our guide in Tanzania, Sexton, was delightful and excellent in making sure our experience was exactly what we wanted. Although our time was short with him, we truly enjoyed every minute with him.
We also just couldn’t have had a better guide than, Eric Nodorere, who became a very dear friend and cherished travel companion throughout our extended travels through Rwanda and Uganda. Indeed we have never spent so much concentrated time with anyone except our children and wouldn’t have had it another way. Eric was very observant and sensitive to making sure everything went perfectly without our even noticing which is the definition of “exceeding expectations”! Our lively and open conversations together as we spent hours together only enhanced our experience and lead to a deep understanding for all of us which was very enriching and satisfying.
We truly shared some amazing experiences with Eric who was also astute enough to know that we like to be in charge of our own schedules and frequently like to wander off by ourselves. He graciously supported our requests and gave us space and time to do everything at our own pace. Having the freedom to get out on our own meeting and getting to know people in their own environment is one of the best ways to gain understanding and appreciation of the world and enrich our lives and perhaps the lives of those we encounter.
I will send you a couple of videos in a separate email that gives a glimpse of only some of our experiences. I am now looking forward to getting into my Art Studio and expressing our beautiful time in Africa.
Thank you so much, Stephanie, for making this a unique and very special adventure for us….
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