23 Days Best of Uganda Safari
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Overview
This comprehensive 23 Days Best of Uganda Safari is designed as the ultimate exploration of the Pearl of Africa, covering Uganda from its remote northeastern wilderness to its rainforests, savannahs, mountains, lakes, and river adventures. The itinerary is intentionally unhurried, allowing deep immersion in each destination while combining wildlife safaris, primate trekking, cultural encounters, mountain scenery, and adventure experiences. It is ideal for travelers seeking the most complete and rewarding Uganda safari without compromising comfort, depth, or authenticity.
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Welcome to Uganda
- Day 2: Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – Game Drive and Nile Boat Safari
- Day 4: Murchison Falls National Park – Top of the Falls and Nature Exploration
- Day 5: Murchison Falls to Kidepo Valley National Park
- Day 6: Kidepo Valley National Park – Full Day Game Drives
- Day 7: Kidepo Valley to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve
- Day 8: Pian Upe to Sipi Falls – Mount Elgon Region
- Day 9: Sipi Falls – Hiking and Cultural Experience
- Day 10: Sipi Falls to Jinja – Source of the Nile
- Day 11: Jinja – White Water Rafting and Nile Adventures
- Day 12: Jinja to Kibale Forest National Park
- Day 13: Kibale Forest – Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Community Walk
- Day 14: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 15: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Cruise
- Day 16: Queen Elizabeth to Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions
- Day 17: Ishasha to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 18: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Gorilla Trekking Experience
- Day 19: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi – Relaxation Day
- Day 20: Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park
- Day 21: Lake Mburo National Park – Walking Safari and Game Drive
- Day 22: Lake Mburo to Entebbe – Equator and Cultural Stops
- Day 23: Departure from Entebbe International Airport
Detailed Itinerary: 23 Days Best of Uganda Safari
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Welcome to Uganda
Your journey begins on the shores of Lake Victoria with arrival at Entebbe International Airport. You are met by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is reserved for rest and a gentle introduction to Uganda’s relaxed pace and hospitality.
Day 2: Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
The safari officially begins with conservation and wildlife as you travel north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for guided rhino tracking on foot. This experience completes Uganda’s Big Five narrative before continuing to Murchison Falls National Park, where open savannah meets the Nile River.
Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – Game Drive and Nile Boat Safari
A classic African safari day unfolds with an early morning game drive across the northern plains, home to elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalo, and antelope. In the afternoon, a boat safari on the Nile delivers close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and rich birdlife, ending near the base of the powerful falls.
Day 4: Murchison Falls National Park – Top of the Falls and Nature Exploration
This day highlights dramatic landscapes with a visit to the Top of the Falls, where the Nile forces itself through a narrow gorge. Scenic drives and short nature walks provide deeper appreciation of the park’s diverse ecosystems.
Day 5: Murchison Falls to Kidepo Valley National Park
A long but rewarding journey leads to Uganda’s most remote wilderness as you travel northeast toward Kidepo Valley National Park. The changing landscapes and cultural regions create a sense of true expedition-style travel.
Day 6: Kidepo Valley National Park – Full Day Game Drives
Kidepo delivers raw and untouched safari experiences with game drives across the Narus and Kidepo Valleys. The park supports large herds of buffalo, elephants, giraffes, and unique species rarely found elsewhere in Uganda, all set against dramatic mountain backdrops.
Day 7: Kidepo Valley to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve
The adventure continues through Uganda’s semi-arid landscapes as you drive to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve. This lesser-visited area offers scenic plains, rocky outcrops, and sightings of roan antelope, eland, and ostriches.
Day 8: Pian Upe to Sipi Falls – Mount Elgon Region
A transition from dry plains to cool highlands brings you to the Mount Elgon region and Sipi Falls. The scenery shifts to rolling hills, coffee farms, and dramatic waterfalls.
Day 9: Sipi Falls – Hiking and Cultural Experience
A full day is dedicated to active exploration with guided hikes to the Sipi Falls, passing through villages, caves, and scenic viewpoints. Cultural interactions and coffee experiences offer insight into local life on the slopes of Mount Elgon.
Day 10: Sipi Falls to Jinja – Source of the Nile
The journey leads south to Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital and the historic Source of the Nile. The atmosphere becomes more relaxed and vibrant upon arrival.
Day 11: Jinja – White Water Rafting and Nile Adventures
Adrenaline defines the day with white-water rafting on the Nile as the main highlight. Alternative activities include boat cruises, kayaking, cycling, or enjoying the riverside setting at leisure.
Day 12: Jinja to Kibale Forest National Park
A scenic cross-country transfer takes you west toward Kibale Forest National Park, passing through central Uganda’s towns and fertile farmlands before reaching the rainforest zone.
Day 13: Kibale Forest – Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Community Walk
Primate encounters take center stage with guided chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest. The afternoon Bigodi Wetland walk highlights community conservation, birdlife, and traditional livelihoods.
Day 14: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
The safari transitions into classic savannah landscapes as you drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Crater lakes and open plains dominate the scenery.
Day 15: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Cruise
One of Uganda’s most wildlife-rich days unfolds with a morning game drive followed by an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its dense concentrations of hippos, buffalo, and water birds.
Day 16: Queen Elizabeth to Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions
The journey south leads to the remote Ishasha sector, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. Game drives here are slow-paced and focused on behavior and photography.
Day 17: Ishasha to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A dramatic ascent into forested highlands brings you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The afternoon is reserved for rest and preparation for gorilla trekking.
Day 18: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Gorilla Trekking Experience
The emotional highlight of the safari unfolds as you trek through dense rainforest to meet a habituated mountain gorilla family. The close encounter is intimate, humbling, and unforgettable.
Day 19: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi – Relaxation Day
A slower pace follows the trek as you travel to Lake Bunyonyi. The day is dedicated to rest, scenic views, gentle walks, and optional canoeing among the islands.
Day 20: Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park
The journey continues through southwestern Uganda toward Lake Mburo National Park, a compact reserve known for its rolling hills and abundant plains wildlife.
Day 21: Lake Mburo National Park – Walking Safari and Game Drive
Active exploration defines the day with a guided walking safari followed by an afternoon game drive through acacia woodland and lakeside habitats.
Day 22: Lake Mburo to Entebbe – Equator and Cultural Stops
The return to Entebbe includes scenic countryside views and a stop at the Equator for photographs and cultural encounters.
Day 23: Departure from Entebbe International Airport
Your Best of Uganda Safari concludes with transfer to Entebbe International Airport, bringing to an end a deeply immersive and rewarding exploration of Uganda.
Safari Includes
- Safari Park fees
- All Tour activities
- All Tour accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation ( To & From )
- All Taxes/VAT
- Everyday Meals ( As specified )
- Drinking water ( On all days )
Safari Excludes
- International flights ( From / to home )
- Additional Accommodation
- Tips
- Personal items(Souvenirs
- etc.)
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Gov increase of taxes and/or park fees
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