Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Tour Type: Wildlife Safaris, Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking, Cultural Tours, Boat Cruise Safaris
Overview
Embark on an 11-day Uganda Safari Adventure with Mozam Classic Tours and discover why Uganda is known as the Pearl of Africa. This carefully crafted journey blends thrilling wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural experiences, offering you the best of Uganda in one unforgettable adventure.
From the thunderous Murchison Falls to the mystical Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, this safari brings you face-to-face with the Big Five, chimpanzees, and mountain gorillas, alongside vibrant communities like the Batwa people.
Highlights
- Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary experience starts your Big Five journey.
- Game drives in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth & Lake Mburo National Parks.
- Boat cruises on the Nile River & Kazinga Channel.
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park.
- Batwa cultural encounter.
- Scenic drives through Uganda’s diverse landscapes.
- Horseback riding & night game drive in Lake Mburo.
Included
- Return airport transfers
- Private 4WD Extended Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof & AC
- English-speaking driver/guide for 11 days
- Fuel for all days
- Accommodation (10 nights, full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- All park entrance fees & government taxes
- Bottled mineral water & fruits throughout the safari
- Rhino trekking permit (Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary)
- Chimpanzee trekking permit (Kibale)
- Gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi)
- All game drives & boat cruises as per itinerary
- Bigodi Swamp Walk & Community Visit
- Horse riding & night game drive in Lake Mburo
- Batwa Community Encounter
- Equator Landmark stop
Excluded
- International & domestic flights
- Uganda entry visa
- Personal travel insurance
- Items of personal nature (laundry, phone calls, etc.)
- Souvenirs, tips & gratuities
- Alcoholic & soft drinks (sodas, wines, special juices, etc.)
Tour Plan/Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe & Evening Kampala City Tour
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, meet your guide, and transfer to Kampala.
Enjoy an evening city tour visiting highlights like Uganda Museum, Nakasero Market, or Gaddafi Mosque. Dinner and overnight in Kampala.
Accommodation: Latitude 0 Degrees (Luxury) / Kaazi Beach Resort (Mid-Range)
Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking, then continue to Murchison Falls National Park. En route, enjoy a hot lunch in Masindi before checking in at your lodge.
Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge (Luxury) / Pakuba Safari Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 3: Murchison Falls – Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Cruise
Early morning game drives across the savannah in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, leopards, and more. Afternoon boat cruises on the Nile River to the base of the powerful falls.
Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge (Luxury) / Pakuba Safari Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Drive through Uganda’s lush countryside to Kibale Forest, home of the chimpanzees. Evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge (Luxury) / Chimpanzee Forest Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
Morning chimp trekking with expert rangers, followed by an afternoon swamp walk and community visit in Bigodi.
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge (Luxury) / Chimpanzee Forest Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Evening Game Drive
Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Evening game drive to spot elephants, buffalo, and predators.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge (Luxury) / Twin Lake Safari Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 7: Queen Elizabeth – Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Morning game drive in Kasenyi plains (look out for tree-climbing lions). Afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga Channel, famous for hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge (Luxury) / Twin Lake Safari Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Scenic drive to Bwindi. Relax and prepare for gorilla trekking.
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge (Luxury) / Engagi Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Trail Experience
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi. Afternoon visit to the Batwa community for cultural immersion.
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge (Luxury) / Engagi Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 10: Transfer to Lake Mburo and Night Game Drive
Drive to Lake Mburo National Park. Evening night game drive for nocturnal wildlife sightings.
Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge (Luxury) / Rwakobo Rock Lodge (Mid-Range)
Day 11: Horseback Safari & Return to Entebbe
Morning horseback ride through Lake Mburo’s savannah before returning to Entebbe.
End of tour.