9 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari Experience
Book this safari with Katland Safaris for expertly planned trips led by experienced local guides. Each safari is personalised, responsibly run, and focused on authentic wildlife encounters. Seamless planning ensures a smooth and unforgettable journey.
Overview
Uganda’s savannah wildlife, scenic landscapes, and natural wonders. This safari is designed for travelers who want a deeper exploration of Uganda’s national parks, combining Big Game viewing, river safaris, dramatic waterfalls, and rich biodiversity across multiple ecosystems. It offers a relaxed pace, excellent wildlife sightings, and immersive travel through the Pearl of Africa.
This itinerary is ideal for wildlife lovers, photographers, and first-time visitors seeking a comprehensive Uganda safari experience.
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 2: Game drive and Nile boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 3: Top of the Falls visit and transfer to Kibale Forest area
- Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 5: Game drive and Kazinga Channel boat safari
- Day 6: Ishasha sector wildlife experience
- Day 7: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
- Day 8: Relaxation and nature experience at Lake Bunyonyi
- Day 9: Return to Entebbe and departure
Detailed Itinerary: 9 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari Experience
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Your Uganda wildlife safari begins upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport. After meeting your professional safari guide, you travel northwest toward Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most dramatic park. The drive introduces you to Uganda’s countryside, local communities, and changing landscapes.
Arrival at your lodge allows time to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings, often with wildlife visible nearby.
Day 2: Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise in Murchison Falls National Park
This day delivers classic African safari experiences. An early morning game drive explores the northern savannah plains, where elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, and antelope species are commonly seen.
In the afternoon, you take a boat cruise along the Nile River toward the base of the thunderous Murchison Falls. The cruise offers close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and abundant birdlife along the riverbanks.
Day 3: Top of the Falls Visit and Transfer to Kibale Forest Area
Begin the day with a visit to the Top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge before plunging dramatically. The views and sound of the falls create a powerful natural spectacle.
Afterward, you begin the scenic journey south toward the Kibale Forest region, passing rolling hills, tea plantations, and crater lakes. You arrive in the evening and settle into your lodge near the forested landscape.
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Today’s journey takes you deeper into western Uganda. You travel from the Kibale region to Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying views of crater lakes, open savannah, and distant mountain ranges.
Upon arrival, you check in at your lodge overlooking the park’s plains or water bodies, enjoying a peaceful evening surrounded by wildlife sounds.
Day 5: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Queen Elizabeth National Park is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity. A morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains offers opportunities to see elephants, lions, buffaloes, leopards, and Uganda kob grazing across open grasslands.
In the afternoon, you enjoy a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway linking Lake Edward and Lake George. This cruise provides some of the best wildlife viewing in Uganda, with large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birdlife.
Day 6: Ishasha Sector Wildlife Experience
The Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park offers a different safari atmosphere. This remote southern area is famous for its tree-climbing lions, which are often seen resting in fig trees during the day.
Game drives through Ishasha also reveal elephants, buffaloes, topi, and a variety of bird species, all set within wide open landscapes that feel untouched and wild.
Day 7: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast, you depart Queen Elizabeth and travel south toward Lake Bunyonyi. The drive passes through terraced hills, rural villages, and scenic highland landscapes, offering a cultural and visual contrast to the savannah parks.
Arrival at Lake Bunyonyi introduces a tranquil setting of calm waters and lush green islands, ideal for rest and reflection.
Day 8: Relaxation and Nature Experience at Lake Bunyonyi
This day is dedicated to relaxation and gentle exploration. You may enjoy a peaceful canoe ride on the lake, a guided nature walk, or simply relax at your lodge while taking in panoramic views of the surrounding hills.
Lake Bunyonyi provides a restful conclusion to the safari, allowing you to unwind after days of wildlife adventure.
Day 9: Return to Entebbe and Departure
The final day marks the end of your 9 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari Experience. After breakfast, you begin the return journey to Entebbe, enjoying the scenic countryside one last time. Depending on your flight schedule, you proceed to Entebbe International Airport for departure.
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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9 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari Experience
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