Discover Uganda’s Big Five, track wild chimpanzees, encounter mountain gorillas, and explore the country’s most spectacular national parks on an unforgettable 11-day Uganda safari.

Embark on an extraordinary wildlife adventure with Epic Uganda Vacation Ltd, exploring Uganda’s diverse landscapes, tropical rainforests, savannah plains, and remarkable wetlands. This 11-day Uganda wildlife safari combines shoebill stork watching at Mabamba Swamp, rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, wildlife game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth national parks, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, and mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Your journey also includes a boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, a guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, and a memorable stop at the Equator crossing in Kayabwe.

From the mighty River Nile to the misty forests of Bwindi, this safari offers an exceptional opportunity to discover Uganda’s incredible biodiversity, wildlife, birdlife, and local cultures.

Uganda Safari Highlights

• • Shoebill stork watching at Mabamba Swamp on Lake Victoria.

• • Guided rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

• • Visit to the spectacular top of Murchison Falls.

• • Morning game drives in Murchison Falls National Park.

• • Boat cruise along the Victoria Nile to the base of Murchison Falls.

• • Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park.

• • Wildlife game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

• • Boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.

• • Search for tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector.

• • Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

• • Guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park.

• • Equator crossing experience at Kayabwe.

• • Scenic drives through Uganda’s countryside and traditional communities.

Uganda Safari Overview

• • Duration: 11 days / 10 nights, subject to final accommodation confirmation.

• • Country: Uganda.

• • Starting point: Entebbe International Airport.

• • Ending point: Entebbe International Airport.

• • Accommodation: Lodges and safari camps as outlined below.

• • Main activities: Birdwatching, rhino tracking, game drives, chimpanzee trekking, gorilla trekking, boat cruises, and guided nature walks.

• • Guide: French-speaking safari guide, as specified in the original quotation.

• • Tour operator: Epic Uganda Vacation Ltd.

Detailed 11-Day Uganda Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport

Destination: Entebbe, Uganda
Accommodation: Airport Link Guest House

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative of Epic Uganda Vacation Ltd. You will then be transferred to Airport Link Guest House for check-in and relaxation.

Depending on your arrival time, you can spend the remainder of the day resting after your international journey or enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of Entebbe.

Your safari adventure begins the following day with a visit to Mabamba Swamp, one of Uganda’s most rewarding birdwatching destinations.

Overnight: Airport Link Guest House.

Day 2: Shoebill Stork Watching at Mabamba Swamp and Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Destination: Mabamba Swamp and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Accommodation: Ziwa Guest House

After breakfast, travel to Mabamba Swamp on the shores of Lake Victoria for an exciting birdwatching excursion in search of the remarkable shoebill stork.

Mabamba is internationally recognized as an important wetland habitat for the shoebill, a distinctive bird prized by birdwatchers and wildlife photographers. Explore the papyrus channels by local boat with an experienced guide while searching for this elusive species.

The wetland also supports a variety of other birds, potentially including African jacanas, herons, cormorants, black crakes, yellow-billed storks, and other waterbirds.

After your birdwatching experience, continue north toward Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, traveling through Uganda’s countryside and the rolling landscapes of the Nakasongola area.

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is an important conservation destination where visitors can track southern white rhinos on foot with trained sanctuary guides. The sanctuary plays a vital role in Uganda’s rhino conservation and reintroduction efforts.

Arrive at Ziwa Guest House for check-in, dinner, and relaxation.

Overnight: Ziwa Guest House.

Day 3: Rhino Tracking at Ziwa and Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Destination: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Savannah Murchison Lodge or Bamboo Murchison Lodge

After breakfast, participate in a guided rhino tracking experience at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

Accompanied by trained sanctuary guides, walk through designated areas in search of southern white rhinos. Learn about their behavior, habitat, and the conservation efforts that have helped restore rhinos to Uganda after their local extinction in the wild.

This on-foot experience offers an opportunity to observe rhinos in a protected natural environment while gaining a deeper understanding of wildlife conservation.

After the activity, continue your journey to Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s most celebrated safari destinations.

Upon arrival, visit the top of Murchison Falls, where the Victoria Nile squeezes through a narrow rocky gorge before plunging dramatically downstream. The powerful water flow and surrounding scenery make this one of Uganda’s most impressive natural attractions.

Later, transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Overnight: Savannah Murchison Lodge or Bamboo Murchison Lodge.

Day 4: Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise to the Base of Murchison Falls

Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Savannah Murchison Lodge or Bamboo Murchison Lodge

Rise early for a morning game drive across the savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park.

Accompanied by your professional safari guide, explore the park in search of its diverse wildlife. Possible sightings include African elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, Uganda kob, Jackson’s hartebeests, waterbucks, and other antelope species.

Bird enthusiasts can also look out for a wide variety of savannah birds, including secretary birds and black-chested snake eagles, depending on the areas visited.

After the morning game drive, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Victoria Nile toward the base of Murchison Falls. This scenic river journey offers excellent opportunities to observe hippos, Nile crocodiles, waterbirds, and wildlife gathering along the riverbanks.

As you approach the falls, witness the spectacular river scenery and the dramatic landscape surrounding this famous natural landmark.

After the cruise, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Overnight: Savannah Murchison Lodge or Bamboo Murchison Lodge.

Day 5: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Destination: Kibale Forest National Park
Accommodation: Bweza Kibale Lodge, subject to confirmation

After breakfast, depart Murchison Falls National Park and travel toward Kibale Forest National Park, widely known for its remarkable diversity of primates.

The journey takes you through Uganda’s countryside, rural settlements, agricultural landscapes, and traditional homesteads. Depending on your route and available time, you may pass tea-growing areas around the Fort Portal region.

Kibale Forest is one of East Africa’s leading destinations for chimpanzee tracking and is home to numerous other primates, forest birds, butterflies, and diverse tropical vegetation.

Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a cultural encounter with a local community to learn about traditional lifestyles and participate in a demonstration of local coffee preparation.

Later, proceed to your lodge for check-in, relaxation, dinner, and preparation for the following day’s chimpanzee tracking experience.

Overnight: Bweza Kibale Lodge, subject to confirmation of the accommodation name and location.

Day 6: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Destinations: Kibale Forest National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Kazinga Wilderness Camp

After an early breakfast, travel to the Kanyanchu visitor center in Kibale Forest National Park for your chimpanzee tracking briefing.

Accompanied by an experienced park ranger, enter the forest in search of wild chimpanzees. Kibale is famous for its rich primate population and offers an exciting opportunity to observe chimpanzees in their natural environment.

During the trek, you may watch the chimpanzees feeding, grooming, communicating, and moving through the forest canopy. The forest also supports other primates, including red-tailed monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys, and several colobus monkey species.

The duration of the trek depends on the chimpanzees’ movements and forest conditions. Follow your ranger’s instructions throughout the experience.

After the trek, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s premier wildlife destinations.

Arrive at Kazinga Wilderness Camp for check-in, dinner, and relaxation.

Overnight: Kazinga Wilderness Camp.

Day 7: Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Kazinga Wilderness Camp

Begin the day with breakfast before heading out for a game drive across the Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park.

This open savannah habitat is known for its wildlife, including African elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, waterbucks, and other antelope species. With luck, you may also encounter lions and leopards.

Your guide will help identify wildlife and explain the park’s ecosystems while you enjoy the scenic landscapes.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George.

The channel attracts large numbers of hippos and supports Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and a wide variety of waterbirds. From the boat, you can observe wildlife gathering along the banks to drink, bathe, or cool off during the heat of the day.

The cruise offers excellent wildlife photography opportunities and a different perspective on Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Depending on the schedule, you may also enjoy additional wildlife viewing along the channel track before returning to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Overnight: Kazinga Wilderness Camp.

Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via the Ishasha Sector

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation: Gorilla Bluff Lodge

After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and travel toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda.

Depending on road conditions and the final route, you will pass through the Ishasha sector, famous for its occasional sightings of tree-climbing lions.

These remarkable lions are sometimes seen resting on the branches of large fig trees, particularly during the warmer hours of the day. The Ishasha plains also support elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and a variety of savannah birds.

Enjoy a game drive through the sector as you search for wildlife and take in the changing landscapes.

Continue toward Bwindi, a UNESCO-recognized conservation landscape renowned for its mountain gorillas and ancient tropical rainforest.

Arrive at Gorilla Bluff Lodge in the evening for check-in, dinner, and relaxation ahead of your gorilla trekking adventure.

Overnight: Gorilla Bluff Lodge.

Day 9: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation: Gorilla Bluff Lodge, subject to confirmation

Today is one of the highlights of your Uganda safari: an unforgettable encounter with endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

After an early breakfast, carry your packed lunch and travel to the designated park headquarters for a briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.

You will receive instructions on trekking procedures, safety, and responsible gorilla viewing before entering the forest with your ranger guide and trackers.

Follow forest trails through dense vegetation, navigating the terrain in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek may take several hours, depending on the gorillas’ movements, weather, and trail conditions.

Once the gorillas are located, you will have the permitted viewing time to observe them in their natural habitat. Watch these magnificent primates feed, groom, rest, and interact with their young.

The encounter provides a rare opportunity to learn about mountain gorilla behavior and conservation while enjoying one of Africa’s most memorable wildlife experiences.

After the trek, return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight accommodation.

Overnight: Gorilla Bluff Lodge, subject to confirmation of the final itinerary.

Day 10: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and Afternoon Wildlife Viewing

Destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation: Hyena Hill Camp

After breakfast, depart Bwindi and travel toward Lake Mburo National Park, enjoying scenic views of southwestern Uganda’s hills, countryside, and rural communities along the way.

Lake Mburo is known for its acacia woodlands, rolling grasslands, lakes, and diverse wildlife. The park offers excellent opportunities to see animals that may be less common in other Ugandan safari destinations.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a game drive in search of zebras, giraffes, impalas, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, and various antelope species. The park also supports a rich diversity of birdlife, making it a rewarding destination for nature enthusiasts.

Later, proceed to Hyena Hill Camp for check-in, dinner, and overnight accommodation.

Overnight: Hyena Hill Camp.

Day 11: Guided Walking Safari in Lake Mburo and Transfer to Entebbe

Destination: Lake Mburo National Park and Entebbe International Airport

Begin the day with an early guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, accompanied by an armed park ranger.

Unlike a traditional game drive, a walking safari allows you to explore the natural environment on foot and learn more about animal tracks, plants, birds, and the smaller details of the ecosystem.

Depending on the route and wildlife movements, you may encounter zebras, giraffes, impalas, bushbucks, and other antelope species at a respectful distance.

After the walking safari, depart the park and begin your journey to Entebbe.

Along the way, stop at the Uganda Equator crossing in Kayabwe for photographs and a memorable opportunity to stand on the geographical line dividing the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Depending on your schedule, you may also have time to explore the souvenir stalls or enjoy lunch.

Continue to Entebbe International Airport for your onward flight.

Please allow adequate time for the road journey and airport check-in. If your international flight departs early, an additional overnight stay may be necessary.

End of safari services with Epic Uganda Vacation Ltd.

Uganda Safari Package Inclusions

Your safari package includes the following services, subject to confirmation in the final quotation:

• • Mountain gorilla trekking permit for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

• • Chimpanzee tracking permit for Kibale Forest National Park.

• • Accommodation as specified in the confirmed itinerary.

• • Park entrance fees for included activities.

• • Guided rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, subject to the final package confirmation.

• • Boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls.

• • Boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.

• • Guided wildlife game drives as outlined in the itinerary.

• • Guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park.

• • 4×4 safari vehicle suitable for the agreed route.

• • Fuel for scheduled safari transportation.

• • Professional French-speaking safari guide, as specified in the original quotation.

• • Airport transfers and other ground transportation included in the confirmed itinerary.

What’s Excluded?

• • International flight tickets.

• • Uganda visa fees and applicable immigration charges.

• • Travel insurance.

• • Alcoholic beverages and personal drinks not specified in the package.

• • Personal expenses, including laundry, souvenirs, and telephone costs.

• • Tips and gratuities.

• • Optional activities not listed as included.

• • Any additional accommodation, meals, permits, or transfers arising from itinerary changes.

Important Information for Your Uganda Safari

Gorilla trekking permits: Mountain gorilla trekking permits are limited and should be booked in advance. Availability must be confirmed for your preferred travel dates.

Chimpanzee tracking permits: Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest requires a valid permit and follows the regulations of the park authorities.

Rhino tracking: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary offers guided rhino tracking on foot. The activity is subject to availability and sanctuary regulations.

Birdwatching at Mabamba: Shoebill sightings depend on natural conditions and the bird’s movements. An experienced local guide can help maximize your chances of spotting this iconic species.

Physical fitness: Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, rhino tracking, and walking safaris involve physical activity on natural trails. Some terrain may be steep, muddy, or uneven.

Wildlife sightings: Although Uganda offers excellent wildlife-viewing opportunities, sightings of specific animals cannot be guaranteed.

Travel arrangements: The final itinerary, lodge allocation, meal plan, permits, and airport transfer times should be confirmed before payment.

Book Your 11-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari

Are you ready to discover Uganda’s extraordinary wildlife, tropical rainforests, and breathtaking landscapes?

With Epic Uganda Vacation Ltd, you can experience the country’s highlights on one carefully planned journey, from shoebill watching at Mabamba Swamp and rhino tracking at Ziwa to chimpanzee encounters in Kibale, mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi, and classic wildlife safaris in Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, and Lake Mburo national parks.

Whether you are a wildlife enthusiast, birdwatcher, photographer, primate lover, or first-time visitor to Africa, this safari offers a rewarding introduction to Uganda’s natural wonders.

Contact Epic Uganda Vacation Ltd today to check permit availability, confirm your travel dates, and request a personalized Uganda safari quotation.

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