Introduction
This luxury safari will take you on a journey through the western part of Uganda. Over nine unforgettable days, you’ll explore four incredible national parks, each with its own unique landscapes and wildlife.
You’ll have the chance to spot the Big Five and come face-to-face with the mountain gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. By the end of this adventure, you’ll truly understand why Uganda is famously known as the Pearl of Africa.
Destination
Entebbe
Day 1 - 2
Located on the shores of Lake Victoria, Entebbe lies 40 km south of Kampala, Uganda's bustling capital. As the country’s primary gateway, it serves as both a peaceful retreat and a starting point for exploring Uganda's natural wonders. The city sits in a lush landscape, with sprawling green spaces and a shoreline dotted with fishing villages. The Entebbe Botanical Gardens, established in 1898, showcase a wide variety of plant species, from indigenous tropical forest to cultivated horticultural displays. The gardens are home to a diverse bird population, including the palm nut vulture and giant kingfisher, and provide a haven for primates like the black-and-white colobus. A short trip west leads to the Mabamba Swamp, a Ramsar Wetland, where visitors can explore by dugout canoe in search of the rare shoe-bill stork. Lake Victoria itself invites fishing, leisurely cruises, and excursions to Ngamba Island, a sanctuary for orphaned chimpanzees, where visitors can observe the chimps roaming freely across 40 hectares of forested land.
Experiences
Day 1
Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa • Entebbe
Day Notes
Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your guide, who will take you to your hotel. Sit back, relax, and let the adventure begin as you settle in and soak up your first moments in this incredible country.
Destination
Pakuba
Day 2 - 4
On the eastern bank of the Albert Nile, Pakuba occupies a quiet stretch of gently elevated land where open savannah meets patches of riverine forest. From this ridge, the landscape extends toward the river below, which flows north from Lake Albert into South Sudan. Scattered acacia trees and low hills provide habitat for wildlife such as hippos, elephants, and giraffes, often seen near the water or moving across the plains. Pakuba serves as a convenient base for visiting Murchison Falls National Park, with easy access to boat trips on the Nile and guided game drives through the surrounding area. Late afternoons bring cooler air, soft light, and the distant sounds of wildlife.
Experiences
Day 2
Paraa Safari Lodge • Pakuba
Day Notes
After breakfast, it’s time to hit the road. With your guide by your side, you’ll drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where the real adventure begins: an on-foot search for the White Rhinos! Ziwa is the only place in Uganda where these magnificent animals are under 24-hour protection, making your encounter extra special. The drive takes about 2 to 2.5 hours, with plenty of scenery to enjoy along the way.
After a well-earned lunch, the journey continues to Murchison Falls National Park, where you’ll check in at your lodge and get ready for the wonders that await.
Included
all activities/transport/accommodation
Day 3
Day Notes
The day starts early, with the alarm at 6:00 AM, ready for a morning game drive through the park at 7:00. Watch the wildlife come to life as you drive along the tracks, then return to the lodge for a well-earned lunch.
At 2:00 PM, your private boat trip on the Nile begins, taking you to the bottom of the spectacular Murchison Falls. Over the next three hours, keep your eyes peeled for hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, and maybe even a passing elephant or two.
For those feeling adventurous and in good shape, there’s the chance to be dropped off at the bottom of the falls and hike up along the waterfall — a thrilling but steep and slippery climb. After the boat trip and/or hike, it’s time to return to the lodge for a relaxing dinner, reflecting on a day full of adventure.
Destination
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 4 - 6
Located in southwestern Uganda, the Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of the county’s most popular parks. Volcanic craters, grassy plains, tropical forest and giant lakes connected by a channel inhabited by abundant hippos, are what you will see at the Queen Elizabeth National Park. The park has almost 100 types of mammal and 606 different bird species, including the peculiar shoe-bill. The Kasinga Channel alone is said to contain the world's largest concentration of hippos, and other wildlife includes buffalo, the rare aquatic sitatunga antelope, giant forest hog, Uganda kob, Defassa water-buck and elephant. Don't miss the Kyambura Gorge, which is home to habituated chimpanzees.
Experiences
Day 4
Elephant Plains Lodge • Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day Notes
You will check in for your flight and make your way to Kasese Airport. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, the afternoon is at leisure, giving you a chance to relax and soak in the surroundings, or you can head out for an evening game drive, letting the park reveal its wildlife in the soft glow of sunset.
Included
all activities/transport/accommodation
Day 5
Day Notes
The day begins with an exciting lion tracking experience. You’ll join a member of the research team as they track a pride using radio collars, giving you the rare chance to get up close to these magnificent animals. Along the way, you’ll learn about the lions’ role in the ecosystem and the delicate balance between wildlife and the local communities who share the land.
After the tracking and a morning game drive, the adventure continues at 2:00 PM with a private boat safari on the Kazinga Channel. Glide along the water and watch hippos, crocodiles, and countless birds in their natural habitat. By around 5:00 PM, you’ll be back at the lodge, ready to relax and reflect on a day full of wildlife wonders.
Included
all activities/transport/accommodation
Destination
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Day 6 - 8
Located in southwestern Uganda, the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is said to be Africa’s oldest rain-forest. It is world-renowned for its excellent gorilla-sighting opportunities - the forest is home to half of the remaining mountain gorillas on earth. This gorilla experience takes place among a rugged landscape of dense jungle, cascading waterfalls, sparkling mountain streams, deep valleys, and steep ridges. The untouched forest has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its breathtaking natural beauty and unique ecological significance. Aside from the amazing gorilla interactions, there are other draw-cards such as a network of forest walks, over 340 species of bird to spot, and a variety of brightly-coloured butterflies to identify.
Experiences
Day 6
Buhoma Lodge • Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Day Notes
Today you’ll journey through the southern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park, from Ishasha to Bwindi. In the Ishasha area, you’ll enjoy a short game drive in search of the park’s famous tree-climbing lions — a truly unique sight in the wild.
By late afternoon, you’ll arrive at Bakiga Lodge, perfectly situated on the edge of the national park, where you can relax, take in the forested surroundings, and get ready for the adventures ahead.
Included
all activities/transport/accommodation
Day 7
Day Notes
Today is all about gorilla trekking! After breakfast, you’ll head to the rangers’ post for a short briefing before stepping into the forest to begin the search for the mountain gorillas.
The trek can take several hours, depending on where the gorilla family is located, and the mountainous terrain means good walking shoes are essential. But every step is worth it — the forest is stunning, and the encounter with these incredible creatures is truly unforgettable.
After this once-in-a-lifetime experience, you’ll return to the lodge to relax, explore the camp, and savoir the memories (and photos!) of an extraordinary day.
Included
all activities/transport/accommodation
Destination
Lake Mburo National Park
Day 8 - 9
Situated in southwestern Uganda, Lake Mburo National Park is a compact and easily accessible gem, renowned for its striking biodiversity. Nearly seventy mammal species and more than 300 bird species thrive in its mix of forests, swamps and rolling grasslands. The landscape blends open savanna with rocky ridges, forested gorges and pockets of dense woodland, creating a rich habitat for wildlife. Crocodiles, hippos and abundant water birds gather around the park’s five lakes, with Lake Mburo the largest. Visitors frequently spot impala, oribi, eland, zebra, buffalo, Defassa water-buck, reed-buck, hyena and occasionally leopard. It’s a rewarding destination for travellers seeking varied scenery and accessible wildlife viewing.
Experiences
Day 8
Mihingo Lodge • Lake Mburo National Park
Day Notes
Today you’ll leave the rain-forest behind and journey to Lake Mburo National Park, famous for its large herds of zebras and open Savannah landscapes.
In the afternoon, the adventure continues with a game drive, where you can spot zebras, antelopes, and other wildlife roaming the park, or choose a relaxing boat ride on the lake, taking in the scenery and watching for hippos, birds, and other creatures along the water’s edge.
Day 9
Day Notes
The day begins with an adventurous safari walk, giving you one last chance to enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the park up close.
In the afternoon, your guide will drive you back to the airport, with a fun stop at the Equator line along the way — a perfect final photo opportunity before your journey home.
Included
all activities/transport
Includes
8 x overnight in luxury accommodation
All Meals and drinks
Domestic flight from Murchison Falls NP to Queen Elizabeth NP
Transport in a 4x4 vehicle - Toyota Land cruiser
English speaking guide
All park entrance fees
Gorilla permit
Excludes
Drinks
Personal expenditures
