OVER VIEW
This 15 Day Culture and Wildlife exceptional safari offers exclusive access to Uganda’s mesmerizing primates, from the playful chimpanzees in Kibale Forest to the majestic gorillas nestled within the verdant landscapes of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Experience the thrill of unforgettable game safaris in the renowned Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls, where you’ll witness an array of spectacular wildlife in their natural habitats. Don't miss the tree climbing lions in Ishasha Sector!
Have a cultural immersion with Farm Activities at the Luxury Emburara Farm Lodge and the Acholi Village Experience. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the heart of Uganda’s natural beauty and vibrant culture.
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS
Upon your arrival in Entebbe, a company representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Dinner depending on time of arrival.
Accommodation: Papyrus Guest House
Comfort Level: Mid-range
Start your journey with a stopover at the Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Embark on a 2-hour Rhino Trekking session where you’ll have the rare opportunity to see rhinos up close in their natural habitat. Led by experienced guides, this adventure will provide you with fascinating insights into the behavior and conservation efforts for these majestic creatures. The sanctuary’s serene environment offers a perfect backdrop for this unique wildlife experience.
After your thrilling morning with the rhinos, take a break for a delicious lunch at the sanctuary before proceeding to Murchison Falls Region, arrive in the evening.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge
Comfort Level: Mid-range
Begin your day with a delightful cup of coffee, setting the perfect tone for an adventurous morning game drive along the northern bank of the Nile. Marvel at the majestic sight of giraffes, elephants, lions, hartebeest, and a variety of bird species in their natural habitat. Enjoy a sumptuous brunch at the Top of the Falls, where you can soak in the breathtaking views of the awe-inspiring Murchison Falls.
Afterward, unwind at the luxurious lodge before embarking on the 2:30pm enchanting boat cruise to the bottom of the falls, offering an intimate game viewing experience. Look out for a range of wildlife animals such as birds, hippos, crocodile and others depends on what nature has to offer.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge
Comfort Level: Mid-range
Head out to Nwoya Village for a captivating 2-hour village experience, where you’ll be warmly welcomed with vibrant traditional songs and dances. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Acholi people as you explore life in the village. Discover the daily rhythm of homesteads—harvesting honey from honeycombs, picking fresh vegetables (Boo and Malakwang) from the garden, mixing it with a peanut paste and cooking them, and gathering red hibiscus to brew a refreshing, healthy drink.
For those with a creative spirit, this hands-on experience invites you to craft your own traditional Acholi woven baskets or try your hand at clay pottery, connecting deeply with the artisanal traditions passed down through generations.
As the aroma of food fills the air, gather around the traditional cooking fire to savor dishes you’ve helped prepare while hearing captivating stories of the Acholi people’s history and customs.
After lunch, let the vibrant beats of the Acholi drums fill your soul as you watch a lively performance by the Acholi Dance Group. You’ll be swept up in the joyful energy of their traditional songs and dances, and feel free to join the dancers and move to the rhythm of the drums!
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge
Comfort Level: Mid-range
Start your day with a delightful early morning breakfast before embarking on a scenic journey to Kibale National Park. Enjoy a lunch break along the way, arriving by evening for some well-deserved relaxation at Turaco Treetops, where you’ll settle in for a comfortable stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops
Comfort Level: Mid-range
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 and will be allowed to track chimpanzees. Spend an unforgettable hour with the chimpanzees watching them go through their daily routine in their natural habitat.
Have lunch and thereafter head to Bigodi Swamp Walk, an initiative of the local community that is 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.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops
Comfort Level: Mid-range
Wake up to the soothing symphony of nature, setting the perfect tone for your luxurious journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Western Uganda. Begin your day with a sumptuous breakfast before embarking on a scenic drive to the renowned Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive just in time for a delightful lunch amidst the captivating wildlife, including hippos, buffaloes, elephants, kobs, and an array of bird species.
Following lunch, indulge in an unforgettable boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural wonder linking Lake Edward and Lake George. Marvel at the vibrant birdlife and witness elephants, buffaloes, and countless hippos basking along the shores.
Conclude your evening with a visit to the Kyambura Eco-tourism project, where you can contribute to conservation efforts by planting a tree seedling in the wildlife buffer zone.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Bush Lodge
Comfort Level: Mid-range
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 head for the Ishasha sector, home of the popular tree-climbing lions, you shall first check in at the lodge for lunch and thereafter head for the game drive in search of the tree-climbing lions as they cling to the fig trees.
Other animals like the kobs, elephants, and buffaloes among others may be spotted time as well.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ishasha Jungle Lodge
Comfort Level: Mid-range