12 Day Wildlife and White Water Rafting

Safari Overview

Experience the adventure of a lifetime with our 12-Day Wildlife and White Water Rafting in Uganda, where you’ll get up close and personal with the incredible primates of Uganda. Track chimpanzees in the dense tropical forests of Kibale and encounter majestic gorillas in Bwindi National Park.

 Experience the explosive power of Murchison Falls and marvel at the Medley of Wonders in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Finally, explore the diverse wildlife of Lake Mburo National Park, which has stunning landscapes and impressive fauna. End your safari on a high note with White Water Rafting and a Boat Cruise to the Source of the Nile.

Safari Highlights of 12 Day Wildlife and White Water Rafting

Book this 12 Day Wildlife and White Water Rafting through Uganda immersing yourself in the untamed beauty of this remarkable land! Join us on an adventure where every day promises discoveries and thrilling encounters with Africa’s magnificent wildlife. Don’t miss your chance to witness the wonders of Uganda’s national parks.

Tour Itinerary 12 Day Wildlife and White Water Rafting

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe Airport

You will be welcomed by a Company Representative and transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the Papyrus Guest House(B&B).

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

After an early breakfast at 7:00 a.m., set off on a thrilling journey northward to the iconic Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, enjoy a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where Uganda’s only wild rhinos roam freely. For an unforgettable experience, you have the option to embark on a Rhino trek, which lasts 1-2 hours and offers the rare chance to observe these majestic creatures up close in their natural habitat.

Afterward, have lunch before continuing your adventure to Fort Murchison, where you’ll unwind and settle in for a relaxing overnight stay.

Day 3: Game Safari and Boat Cruise to the bottom of the falls.

Day 4: Transfer to Fort portal

After breakfast, head west to Fort Portal, with lunch en route on the 12 Day Wildlife Safari Uganda. Fort Portal rests in the shadow of the fabled “Mountains of the Moon” and is famous for its many tea plantations. From this lovely town, we will continue southwest of Uganda for Kibale National Park, taking in the scenic views of the western arm of the Great Rift Valley during your travel. Accommodation and Meals at Turaco TreeTops

Day 5: Chimpanzee trekking and nature walk at Bigodi

Following the pre-tracking briefing at 7:30 a.m. you walk to the trailhead for the start of an unforgettable adventure –enjoy a guided primate walk in the tropical rainforest in search of the wild chimpanzee, red-tailed monkey, black-and-white colobus monkey, and many others. 

The treks are generally 3-4 hours; expect good sightings of chimps in their natural environment.  A maximum of 6 people per group will head out with a forest ranger guide to trek chimpanzees.

Spend an unforgettable hour with the chimpanzees watching them go through their daily routine in their natural habitat. Head back for lunch at the lodge and thereafter head to Bigodi Swamp Walk, an initiative of the local community known for its rich diversity of birds and primates.

This wetland is a great attraction for birders with over 200 bird species, including the popular Great Blue Turaco. Accommodation and Meals at Turaco TreeTops

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Boat cruise Kazinga Channel

Wake-up call from the beautiful sounds of birds in the park, proceed through beautiful Western Uganda heading to Queen Elizabeth National Park with famous wildlife like hippos, buffaloes, elephants, kobs, and several bird species. 

After lunch,  have a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural channel between Lake Edward and Lake George. Thanks to the abundant birdlife that is sighted, and the elephants, buffaloes, and hundreds of hippos that are cooling off at the shores, this cruise is one of the highlights of your safari. 

After the boat cruise, head out for a coffee tour experience learning about the processing of coffee, and later a cultural dance session. Accommodation and Meals at the Bush Lodge.

Day 7: Lion Experiential Tour  – Bwindi National Park

After breakfast, head for the lion research project that allows visitors to participate in monitoring the pride in the park, using locator devices and learning habituation calls, as well as monitoring weather, surroundings, and behavior. 

The Lion Project involves the clients and the researchers heading as early as 6:30 a.m. with a safari vehicle equipped with radio-collar-receiving equipment to keep track of the lions. Later pass through Ishasha sector, home of the popular tree-climbing lions proceeding to Bwindi National Park with a packed lunch arriving in the evening. Accommodation and Meals at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge.

Day 8: Gorilla trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Following breakfast, transfer to the national park offices where you will be allocated a gorilla family in group 8 as well as a gorilla tracking guide. After a pre-tracking briefing by your guide, you drive to the trailhead for the start of a thrilling adventure.

Expect to walk between 2 and 8 hours in steep and slippery conditions at times with rain overhead. Upon sighting the gorillas, you spend the allowed one hour with them as they go about their daily life; feeding, moving around, playing, and grooming– it is a unique and unforgettable experience!

Thereafter head back to the lodge for relaxation. Accommodation and Meals at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

Day 9: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park – Cycling Session and Evening Game Drive.

After a relaxed breakfast, you will check out and embark on a journey to Lake Mburo National Park passing through the impressive landscape of South-Western Uganda. 

You will have lunch and relaxation at the lodge.  Embark on a 2-hour cycling session to explore the valleys outside the park and visit with the local communities accompanied by a guide, look out for wildlife as well.

After an early dinner head out for a 2-hour evening game drive in the park. Look out for White-tailed mongoose, elusive leopards, and spotted hyenas, and later return to the lodge.

Accommodation and Meals at Rwakobo Rock 

Day 10: Transfer to Jinja

After an early breakfast, we embark on a scenic drive through Lake Mburo National Park, where we enjoy a brief but exciting game drive. Look out zebras, topis, giraffes, impalas, Uganda kobs, and much more! Along the way, we will pause at the iconic Equator crossing in Kayabwe, offering the perfect opportunity for a coffee break and a chance to explore local handicrafts. Refreshed and energized, we’ll continue our journey to Jinja, passing through the vibrant city of Kampala. Arrive in the evening at Haven Eco River Lodge.

Day 11: White Water Rafting

Immerse yourself in a full day of adventure in Jinja, the thrilling adventure capital of Uganda. Start your morning with an exhilarating white water rafting experience at the source of the world’s longest river, the Nile. Whether you choose the more moderate Grade 3 or the challenging Grade 5 rapids, you’re in for an unforgettable ride that spans 4-5 hours, covering about 25 kilometers of thrilling river action.

After the adrenaline-pumping rafting session, unwind in the afternoon with a relaxing boat cruise along the Nile. As the sun sets over the river, take in the breathtaking views of the vibrant colors reflected on the water. This is the perfect time to capture stunning sunset photos, with the peaceful surroundings of the Nile providing a picturesque backdrop to end your adventurous day. Accommodation and Meals at Haven Eco River Lodge.

Day 12: Transfer back to Entebbe

Today you will set off after breakfast heading back to Entebbe – Depending on your flight time, you may have a refreshment room before transferring to the airport for your onward flight back home.  

Included in the 12 Day Wildlife and White Water Rafting

• Ground transportation in a safari customized 4WD with gasoline/fuel,
• Mineral water in the vehicle,
• Services of an English speaking Driver/guide,
• Accommodation as shown at the lodges mentioned in the itinerary,
• Meals as shown (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner),
• All Park Entrance Fees,
• Gorilla Trekking Permits
• Chimpanzee Tracking permits
• Rafting on the Nile
• Source of the Nile Boat Cruise

Excluded in the 12 Day Wildlife and White Water Rafting

• International Airfares; Excess baggage charges;
• Ugandan Entry Visa Fees
• Beverages, Communications charges (telephone, fax, internet), Laundry, etc.;
• Tips and Gratuities for your Driver/guide and hotel staff
• Optional activities unless specified as included,
• Any other services not expressly shown in the itinerary or indicated as included.