Introduction
This 13-day road trip takes you through Africa’s breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife. On this safari, you will have the opportunity to observe and interact with the Big Five and track chimpanzees, as well as visit the world’s longest river, the Nile.
During your journey, you will traverse a variety of terrains including savannah grasslands, forests, and valleys, passing through mountain ranges, rivers, and lakes. This is the ultimate opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and tick items off your bucket list while adventuring, meeting new people, and fully enjoying your holiday in Africa.
In addition to gorilla tracking and game drives in some of Africa’s most renowned national parks, this tour also includes chimpanzee tracking in Kibale forest, the chance to get close to endangered white rhinos, and boat rides on the Nile and Kazinga channel to see a variety of water-adapted animals.
This tour is highlighted by the following;
Track the Mountain gorillas and observe them in their natural habitat
Go on game drives where you will possibly see the big 5 of Africa, and many other species, some of them endangered and unique.
Conduct lion tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Go on a chimpanzee tracking expedition and monitor the life of these primates that are the closest to humansTracking Rhinos at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary.
Enjoy boat rides of 2-3 hours where you will possibly see water adapted animals.
Explore the countryside through long road trips as you connect to various tour destinations.
Meeting and connecting with the local people while conducting nature and community walks.
Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi.
Note: Nature glow view tour & travel is an all inclusive tour and travel company. Accordingly, we would love to be joined in our travels by People who are Hard-Of-Hearing and those who have Mobility Disability. Travel and adventure is for everyone and our tours are for everyone.
Day 1
Arrival at the Entebbe International airport and transfer to the lodge
Start point International airport, Entebbe, Wakiso, Uganda 07:00 - 00:00
Upon your arrival at the Entebbe International Airport, you will be greeted by a representative from Mukisa Safaris who will transfer you to Airport Link Guest House for relaxation and overnight stay.
Day 2
Travel to Gulu with enroute rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary
After breakfast, you will embark on 3 hours' drive to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you will have the opportunity to witness the majestic white rhinos in their natural habitat. These impressive creatures are known for their powerful charges and use of their prized horns for digging and breaking branches.
After an exciting day of tracking the rhinos, you will be staying overnight in Gulu Municipality at African roots-Gulu a comfortable and modest accommodation facility.
Day 3
TRAVEL TO KIDEPO VALLEY NATIONAL PARK
The third day of this Safari will be spent traversing the vast plains and semi-arid savannah of Northern Uganda with a motive of reaching Kidepo Valley National Park. Kidepo Valley National Park is one of the wildest and most spectacular reserves in Africa with a landscape of small hills, rocky outcrops and inselbergs. The temperatures in Kidepo are usually high, and this will certainly give you a good taste of adventure.
While in Kidepo you can get stunning panoramic views of the Narus River Valley filled with grazing wildlife such as Elephants and herds of Buffaloes among others.
Your overnight stay will be at theKidepo Savannah Lodge.
Day 4
Exploration and discovery of Kidepo national park and social interaction with the Karamajong people
Early morning, you will have the opportunity to embark on a morning game drive through the breathtaking Narus Valley of Kidepo National Park. During the game drive, you may be fortunate enough to come across a diverse array of wildlife, including hunting dogs, bat-eared foxes, elephants, buffalo, lions, antelopes, and even the elusive cheetah and striped hyena.
In the afternoon, you will have a cultural interaction with Karamajong people by visiting a homestead. You will meet the local elders and have an opportunity to interact with them as they show you the kraals, the grinding stones and many more interesting items used by them. The Karamajong are still traditionally attached to their culture and you will find out when you observe how they selflessly love and defend their cattle, their way of dressing and the nature of their houses.
Accommodation at Kidepo Savannah Lodge.
Day 5
Transfer to MurchisonFalls national park
Early morning, prepare to travel to Murchison Falls National Park, the largest national park in Uganda. Home to over 400 species of birds, this park is a must-see for any nature enthusiast. Not only is it home to four members of the "big five" mammals - lions, leopards, elephants, and buffaloes - but it also boasts breathtaking flat scenic landscapes.
After a scenic drive through the Ugandan countryside, you'll have the chance to relax at the lodge for the evening. Your accommodation will be atFort Murchison.
Day 6
Morning game drive and afternoon boat ride to the base of the falls
Your adventure begins with a game drive in the northern circuit, where you'll encounter stunning rolling plains and a variety of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, hartebeest, buffalos, elephants, antelopes, spotted hyenas, and leopards.
In the afternoon, we invite you to join us on a boat trip to the bottom of Murchison Falls. Here, you'll have the opportunity to witness the breathtaking sight of the Nile as it flows through a narrow 7-meter gap and cascades down to the delta. The roar of the falls is truly a marvel to behold - don't miss this incredible experience.
Your overnight stay will be at the Fort Murchison.
Day 7
Visit the top of the falls and travel to Kibale forest national park
After breakfast, you will embark on the drive to Kibale forest national park. However, you will make a stop at the top of the Murchison Falls. Prepare to be awestruck as you witness the raw power of the Nile River as it plunges through a narrow crevice, creating the spectacular Murchison Falls. The force, sound and speed of the water is truly a sight to behold.
After marveling at the falls, we will embark on a 5-hour journey to Kibale forest national park.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the natural breeze and the sight of Blue monkeys and Black and White colobus monkeys. The surrounding forest and thickets are alive with the sounds of birds and animals, immersing you in the natural world.
Your overnight stay will be at the Kibale Forest Camp, a truly exceptional and one-of-a-kind tented camp. The self-contained safari tent provides a comfortable and authentic wilderness experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Kibale Forest.
Day 8
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale forest national park and transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park
Early morning, you will enter Kibale Forest where you will have the opportunity to observe chimpanzees, our closest living relatives. With a DNA composition that is 98.7% similar to humans, chimpanzees are known for their intelligence, sociability, and ability to use tools. During your visit, you may see chimpanzees using rocks to crack open nuts, hollowing out water with empty pods, and even using sticks to capture termites from their mounds.
In addition to chimpanzees, Kibale Forest is home to a variety of other primates, including Colobus Monkeys and Mangabey, as well as a diverse array of birds (some of which are rare, threatened, or endemic), butterflies, flowers, and other insects.
After a successful track of these primates, you will leave for Queen Elizabeth National Park and along the way you will enjoy the spectacular views of the splendid Rwenzori ranges.
Accommodation at the Bush Lodge.
Day 9
Game drive in Kasenyi plains and afternoon boat ride on Kazinga channel
Start your day early with a thrilling game drive in the Kasenyi plains, where you will have the opportunity to see a variety of animals such as Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Buffaloes, and Antelopes.
However, it's very advisable that you opt in for the lion experiential tracking to allow you to get up close to a pride of unguarded lions and learn about their behavior from trained rangers and conservationists.
In the afternoon, you will embark on a two-hour boat ride (shared) along the Kazinga channel, where you can observe a range of water-adapted animals including hippos and crocodiles, as well as those that come to the banks to drink.
Your overnight stay will be at the Bush Lodge.
Day 10
Travel to Bwindi forest national park
After breakfast, you will travel to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park for the highlight of this safari which is gorilla tracking. Bwindi is home to almost half of the remaining mountain gorillas in the world and your encounter with these gigantic creatures will certainly give you lasting memories about your safari.
On arrival at the lodge, you will check in and relax in preparation for the next day’s activities
Accommodation at Ride 4 Woman.
Day 11
Gorilla tracking in Bwindi forest national park
Early morning, you will go gorilla trekking. It is such a wonderful and exciting activity, though it is a challenging trek since it involves hiking through steep ascents and tangled trails.
Once gorillas are identified, the ecstasy and frenzy cannot be explained in words. Trekking Gorillas is a very interesting activity! It comes with anxiety before you meet the gorillas and when you spot them, you get filled with amazement. You will only explain this when you get to encounter with these gentle giants.
For conservation purposes, you will be allowed a maximum time of one hour in the vicinity of the gorillas and then after walk out of the dense forest. Your time with the gorillas will certainly create long lasting memories about your visit to Uganda.
After all is done, return to the Ride 4 a woman for relaxation and overnight.
Day 12
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation
We wind our expedition with a deserved relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi. Laze at the shore of the lake and watch the sun sink behind the hills of Bunyonyi and Kabale! It is a nice moment to wine and enjoy the breeze of the lake! While here, you will also enjoy canoeing and swimming. Bird life is in plenty for those who can do bird watching!
Accommodation at Bunyonyi Overland resort.
Day 13
Travel to Entebbe international airport for a departure flight with enroute visit to the equator crossing monument
End point International airport, Entebbe, Wakiso, Uganda 19:00 - 00:00
After your awesome time in Uganda, you will embark on your return road trip to Entebbe. This time we traverse the rolling hills and mountains of Kigezi and Ankole region.
You will make a brief stop at the equator crossing, take the best photo shots and engage in some of the activities and experiments that people normally engage in when they reach the equator. The experiments engaged in are not scientifically tested/proved but fun to watch. These experiments involve pouring water in the basin while observing how it swirls in opposite directions in the northern & southern hemispheres of the equator line.
After this exercise, we will proceed with our road drive to Entebbe airport for your departure flight back home or next destination.
What's Included
Accommodation
Accommodation for 12 nights at;
1 night at Airport Link Guest House
1 night at African roots-Gulu
2 nights at Kidepo Savannah Lodge
2 nights at Fort Murchison or similar
1 night at Kibale Forest Camp
2 nights at Bush Lodge
2 nights at Ride 4 woman
1 night at Bunyonyi Overland resort
Guide
Services of a professional English Speaking guide and excellent driver
Meals
All meals throughtout the safari period are included.
This tour offers Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Kosher food options on request. Simply let Mukisa Safaris Uganda know the food option that you prefer.
Additional Services
Gorilla permit at 800 USD per person
Chimpanzee permit at 250 USD per person
Boat rides
Park entrance
Airport pick up and drop
Bottled water in the safari vehicle
Game drives
Hiking fees to the top of the falls
Wi-Fi in the Safari Van
Cultural experiences
Transport
Ground transport aboard a customized 4x4 Toyota Hiace Safari Van
What's Not Included
Flights
International Flight fares not included
Insurance
Personal Insurance not included.
Optional
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.
Lion tracking in Queen Elizaneth N.P at 200 USD per person
Additional Services
•Visa fees
•Air ticket
•All extras and optionals at the accommodation for example laundry, beverages
•Tips to the guide
•Charges by the porters during gorilla trekking if required.
