This 18 Days Ultimate Uganda Safari is for those who have more time to explore and discover Uganda, also known as ‘The Pearl of Africa’. This safari takes you through Uganda’s four Savannah parks of Kidepo Valley National Park in northeastern, Murchison Falls National Park in northern, Queen Elizabeth National Park and Lake Mburo National Park in southwestern Uganda. It offers you a chance for game drives and boat cruises.

You will have a boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park to the bottom of the magnificent Falls, a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, as well as a boat cruise in Lake Mburo National Park and a bonus Canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale district southwestern Uganda.

These four Savannah National parks also offer the best of game drives with high chances of spotting thousands of antelopes, hippos, elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards and so much more. The highlight of this 18 Day Ultimate Uganda Safari tour is in the chance to trek the world’s Great Apes. You will trek chimps thrice in the different environments of Budongo Forest, Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kibale Forest National Park. The climax is definitely gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. To make sure that you also interact with the local communities around these national parks, we have several village and community walks that will take you to the nearby villages to learn more about the people and their cultures. By booking this 18 Day Ultimate Uganda Safari, you will definitely not regret.

Highlights of 18 Day Ultimate Uganda Safari

  • Day 01: On arrive, meet and greet, and then transfer to Entebbe Secrets Guest House on Bed and Breakfast.
  • Day 02: Drive to Jinja to visit the source of the mighty River Nile. Overnight at Source of the Nile Hotel on Full Board
  • Day 03: Drive to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino tracking: Overnight at Budongo Eco-Lodge on Full Board
  • Day 04: In the morning, go for Chimpanzee trekking and return for lunch. After lunch, you will visit the top of the magnificent Murchison Falls: Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge on Full Board
  • Day 05: Morning game drive in Paraa and afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the magnificent Murchison Falls. Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge on Full Board Basis
  • Day 06: Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise to the Albert Delta: Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge on Full Board Basis
  • Day 07: Drive to Kibale Forest National Park: Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Guest House on Full Board
  • Day 08: Morning Chimpanzee trekking and go a Bigodi Village wetland and community walk in the afternoon. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Guest House on Full Board
  • Day 9: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park in time for lunch. After lunch, relax before you head for an evening game drive in Mweya. Overnight at Elephant Hab Lodge on Full Board Basis
  • Day 10: Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. Overnight at Elephant Hab Lodge on Full Board basis
  • Day 11: Morning Chimp trekking in Kyambura or Kalinzu Eco-tourism site. In the afternoon, you will visit the Katwe salt mining site: Overnight at Elephant Hab Lodge.
  • Day 12: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Overnight at Broad Bill Forest Camp on Full Board

  • Day 13: Gorilla tracking and village walk. Overnight at Broad Bill Forest Camp on Full Board Basis

  • Day 14: Drive to Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale district for overnight at Bunyonyi Overland Resort  on Full Board Basis

  • Day 15: Canoeing and birding around Lake Bunyonyi in the morning. After lunch, relax, swim or take walk to experience the beauty of Lake Bumyonyi: Overnight at Bunyonyi Overland Resort on Full Board Basis

  • Day 16: Drive to Lake Mburo National Park via Igongo Cultural center arriving at the Park for an evening boat cruise on the Lake. Overnight at Lake Mburo Safari Lodge or Rwakobo Rock on Full Board

  • Day 17:  Early morning  walking Safari in the park and evening Game Drive.

  • Day 18: Early morning game drive and then transfer to Entebbe Airport via the equator crossing.

Alternative Detailed 18 Days Ultimate Uganda Safari
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport. Meet your safari guide and transfer to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, visit Entebbe Botanical Gardens or relax by Lake Victoria.
Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel / Boma Guesthouse
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls

Drive north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest park, famous for its waterfall and wildlife diversity.
Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Murchison Falls – Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise

Morning game drive in Murchison Plains to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and antelopes. Afternoon boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, followed by a hike to the top.
Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 4: Murchison – Budongo Forest – Kibale

Travel south to Kibale Forest National Park, known for its chimpanzees. Optional stop at Budongo Forest for bird watching and primate spotting.
Accommodation: Primate Lodge / Turaco Treetops
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking – Bigodi Wetland Walk

Morning chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest. Afternoon visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for bird watching, monkey sightings, and community experiences.
Accommodation: Primate Lodge / Turaco Treetops
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 6: Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via scenic countryside. Enjoy a brief game drive upon arrival.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 7: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Morning game drive in Kasenyi Plains for elephants, lions, and antelopes. Afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga Channel to spot hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 8: Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions

Drive to Ishasha Sector to observe the famous tree-climbing lions on a game drive. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 9: Gorilla Trekking – Bwindi Forest

After an early briefing, trek through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to track mountain gorillas. Spend an hour observing and photographing these majestic primates.
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 10: Relax at Lake Bunyonyi

Drive to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation. Enjoy canoeing, birdwatching, or exploring the surrounding villages.
Accommodation: Birdnest Resort / Arcadia Cottages
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi – Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Travel to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to golden monkeys and stunning volcanic scenery. Optional golden monkey tracking.
Accommodation: Mgahinga Lodge / Mount Gahinga Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 12: Golden Monkey Trek – Volcano Hike

Morning golden monkey tracking. Afternoon optional hike on one of the Virunga Volcanoes for spectacular views.
Accommodation: Mgahinga Lodge / Mount Gahinga Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 13: Mgahinga – Lake Mburo National Park

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park, known for its zebras, impalas, and hippos. Evening boat ride on Lake Mburo.
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge / Mihingo Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 14: Game Drive – Lake Mburo

Morning game drive to spot zebras, impalas, and rare wildlife. Optional afternoon nature walk with local guides.
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge / Mihingo Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 15: Lake Mburo – Jinja

Drive to Jinja, the source of the Nile. Optional white-water rafting or boat cruise on the Nile. Visit local markets and the town.
Accommodation: Jinja Nile Resort / Nile River Explorers Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 16: Jinja – Sipi Falls / Mount Elgon (Optional)

Day trip to Sipi Falls for hiking and waterfall views. Explore coffee plantations and enjoy panoramic views of Mount Elgon.
Accommodation: Sipi River Lodge / Mountain View Resort
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 17: Jinja – Entebbe

Return to Entebbe, stopping at local attractions along the way. Evening at leisure or souvenir shopping.
Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel / Boma Guesthouse
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 18: Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast

 

 

18 Days Ultimate Uganda Safari Inclusions & Exclusions
Cost Includes
  • Meet and greet services
  • All airport transfers
  • Bwindi Gorilla permit Kibale Chimpanzee permit
  • Budongo chimp permit
  • Chambura Chimpanzee permit
  • Visit to the source of the Nile
  • Transport in a 4×4 Safari vehicle
  • Services of an English speaking local guide
  • Fuel for this round trip
  • Drinking water in the vehicle
  • Boat cruises in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, Lake Bunyonyi and Lake Mburo National Parks
  • Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Community and village walks
  • Park entry fees
Price Excludes:
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day).
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • The government imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees.
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