16 DAYS SAFARI: ALL PEARLS OF UGANDA

You arrive at Entebbe International Airport, your gateway to the diverse beauty of Uganda! This is the country of adventurous mountain gorilla and chimp trekking, stunning wildlife safaris, amazing road trips and wilderness adventures by boat, bike, horse or foot. Experience the warm hospitality of the Ugandan people and be amazed by the cultural encounters with the different indigenous tribes. With us, you’ll experience it all!

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• Silver Latitude 0 Degrees

On your first day of travels in Uganda, you immediately hit the road to take in the first images of the country on a 3-hour drive to Jinja. From Entebbe, you first drive to the capital Kampala and from there, you continue to the energizing city of Jinja. Just before reaching this town on the shores of Lake Victoria, you pass over the Source of the Nile bridge and get a first glimpse of this famous body of water originating in Lake Victoria. Then Jinja awaits, time for some action!

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• Silver The Haven - Eco River Lodge
• Gold The Haven - Eco River Lodge
• Platinum The Haven - Eco River Lodge

Leaving the 'adventure capital' of East Africa Jinja, you continue your journey towards the peaceful and tranquil Sipi Falls, in Mount Elgon National Park. Sipi Falls is known for its three-tiered waterfalls cascading down from the towering Mount Elgon. Here, you can take a refreshing dip in the natural pools, go hiking through the surrounding nature trails, or soak in the awesomeness of the environment. But for now, you can enjoy this 4-hour road trip, warmly greeted by friendly villagers along the way. Make a pit stop to buy fresh fruits or delicious local snacks and when you do – why not make some new friends while you're at it?

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• Silver Sipi Heritage Lodge
• Gold Sipi Heritage Lodge
• Platinum Sipi Heritage Lodge

After seeing the beautiful dense and lavish green Sipi Falls in Mount Elgon National Park, you drive towards the more rocky Moroto district. It's a 6-hour journey, long enough for a break and a stretch of the legs along the way. The Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve is the perfect place for that, as it happens to have the most picturesque viewpoints. So why not stop here and enjoy your picnic lunch with an occasional elephant or giraffe passing by? It makes a long journey all the more adventurous and memorable!

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• Silver Kara-Tunga Safari Camp
• Gold Kara-Tunga Safari Camp
• Platinum Kara-Tunga Safari Camp

During a jeep safari, our guide takes you in your private jeep on an unlimited game drive in the park. Make sure to share your expectations for this day with him, and let yourself be surprised by the suggestions he might have. Once on the road, ask any question that comes to mind and most of all: enjoy the amazing ride and sights!

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• Silver Kidepo Savannah Lodge
• Gold Kidepo Savannah Lodge
• Platinum Apoka Safari Lodge

During a walking safari in Kidepo Valley National Park, you can discover this natural gem from a completely different point of view. As the morning sun rises, you start your adventure with your experienced guide. Dive into a breathtaking landscape, learn more about the various plants and natural phenomena you’ll meet on the way, and get eye-to-eye with African wildlife (or eye-to-knee in the case of giraffes). On foot, you’ll see details and hear sounds much clearer than in a jeep. It's probably the most natural way to go on a safari!

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• Silver Kidepo Savannah Lodge
• Gold Kidepo Savannah Lodge
• Platinum Apoka Safari Lodge

After the raw and rugged Kidepo Valley National Park, you are off to Murchison Falls National Park, the roaring jewel of northwest Uganda with the River Nile and the famous Murchison Falls as its highlights! What's more, this park is home to an abundance of wildlife – think of animals such as zebras, giraffes, elephants, and the rare shoebill stork. A safari in Murchison Falls will surely leave lasting impressions and is absolutely worth the 8-hour drive!

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• Silver Bamboo Village Safari Lodge
• Gold Paraa Safari Lodge
• Platinum Paraa Safari Lodge

Follow in the footsteps of famous people like Winston Churchill and climb to the top of Murchison Falls! This 45-minute hike is relatively easy as the path is paved with steps and footbridges. With some luck, you might spot baboons while enjoying the feel of the cool mist of the waterfalls on your skin during the walk. Once at the top, you marvel at the mighty, churning masses of Nile water squeeze through a narrow gorge before plunging into the depths and take in the view over the Nile and the vast savannah landscape below you.

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• Silver Bamboo Village Safari Lodge
• Gold Paraa Safari Lodge
• Platinum Paraa Safari Lodge

Today you drive from Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park. This 6-hour drive leads you past welcoming villages, rainforests, charming tea plantations and mesmerizing crater lakes towards Fort Portal - a friendly and hospitable gateway city to Uganda's adventures. If the weather is clear, you can see the Rwenzori Mountains with their snow-capped peaks. And then, get ready for Kibale Forest, the primate capital of the world with no less than 13 different species of monkeys!

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• Silver Kibale Forest Camp

The swamp walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary at Kibale National Park is a must-do if you love birds, monkeys, rare animals, plants and flowers. This magical place, or "home of the great blue turaco" as it is also called, harbours over 200 bird species. During your walk, you can spot eight primate species in the trees above you and Ugandan animals like sitatungas, bushbucks and otters (yes, otters!). Lose yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of this pristine wetland, being in perfect harmony with nature’s rhythm. This is a true gem which only waits to be discovered… by you.

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• Silver Kibale Forest Camp

As you drive 2 hours from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park today, you can enjoy the sights while passing through the crater lake area around Kasenda and seeing the peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains on your right a bit further down the road. With this amazing landscape as your 'bush-tv', you reach the most royal of Uganda's national parks before you know it. Get ready for some classic safaris over yellow African savannahs and keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five!

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• Silver Marafiki Safari Lodge

Embark on an exceptional journey, as you drive from Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via the splendid Ishasha sector. Witness lions sleeping in trees in Ishasha (one of the few places where these special big cats live) and drive on to see the landscape changing from savannah plains to lush green rain forests. In just three hours, you'll reach beautiful, green Bwindi, where the endangered mountain gorillas are waiting for you!

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• Silver Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge (Rushaga Sector)
• Gold Gorilla Leisure Lodge (Rushaga Sector)

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Home to more than half of the world's mountain gorilla population, it offers unparalleled opportunities for gorilla trekking. Immerse yourself in the lush rainforests, encounter diverse wildlife, and experience captivating cultural encounters with the local Batwa tribe. Not surprisingly, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is one of the most visited parks in the country, as it boasts amazing biodiversity, stunning landscapes and immersive experiences you can hardly find anywhere else!

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• Silver Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge (Rushaga Sector)
• Gold Gorilla Leisure Lodge (Rushaga Sector)

After your amazing gorilla trekking experience, you drive from Bwindi Impenetrable to Lake Mburo National Park. During this 7-hour road trip, you see the forest-like landscape gradually transform into soft verdant hills and open savannah. Lake Mburo is packed with wildlife seeking green vegetation and refreshment, so grab your binoculars and be sure to stay on the lookout for zebras, giraffes and many different bird species!

Get out of the safari jeep, lace up your hiking boots and off you go on safari… literally! During your walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, you can explore this wonderful spot of land from a completely different point of view. Hike through savannahs, woodlands and lakeshores and learn more about the flora and fauna from your experienced guide. Here, you can come close to animals like zebras, impala and giraffes and watch the park’s famous hippos from a safe distance. Discovering Uganda’s untamed wilderness like this is an experience that will stay with you for many years to come.

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As you drive back to Entebbe, you again pass through the villages with their lively marketplaces and the outstretched countryside with tea and coffee plantations, smooth green hills and the occasional wildlife waving you goodbye. After several days of sheer adventure, even the ride back to Entebbe is an experience to enjoy!

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