16 Days Adventure In To The Wildlands Of Uganda

16 Days Adventure In To The Wildlands Of Uganda

Duration

16 Days

Tour Type

Multi-Day Tour

Group Size

20 People Max

Languages

English, French, Chinese, German,

Embark on a thrilling 16-day adventure into the enchanting wildlands of Uganda, a country known for its diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife. Prepare to be captivated by stunning national parks, lush rainforests, and the magnificent creatures that call this beautiful country home. Let this itinerary take you on an unforgettable journey through the wilderness, immersing you in Uganda’s natural wonders.Zanzibar;- largest overland migration of wildlife and the world’s best beaches.

Important! Gorilla tracking is dependent on the permits availability at the time of your booking.
Gorilla permits in all parks are on a very high demand and we advise that you book them as early
as possible.

16 Days /15 Night

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and then transfer to hotel for overnight. Uganda, uniquely known as “the Pearl of Africa” is a nation of stunning greenery, deep lakes, soaring mountains and rich biodiversity.

Overnight at: Cassia Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Dinner and Breakfast

After an early breakfast, your guide will pick you from your hotel in Kampala and drive you around Kampala where you will tour the city and its religious attractions. These include;
Namugongo Martryrs Shrine: The Basilica of the Uganda Martyrs is a Roman Catholic minor basilica dedicated to the Ugandan Martyrs who shed their blood because of the Christian faith
Gadhafi Mosque: this is the third biggest mosque in Africa and one of Col. Gaddafi’s legacy in Uganda
Kabaka’s Palace: Famously known as the “Lubiri Palace”, this is the first modern in Uganda. And the torture chambers of Idi Amin on the palace grounds
Visit the art and crafts market in Kampala: You will get to visit one of the biggest crafts markets in Kampala. While here, you will get to buy some art, crafts and other souvenirs that will remind you of your visit to the Pearl of Africa. Later you will have lunch at a local restaurant; Kampala is a town full of culinary wonders.
You will get to taste some of the eclectic cuisine of the region including Uganda’s local foods. After lunch, the afternoon is yours to relax and enjoy.
Later in the evening, you will get to enjoy cultural dance perfomances at Ndere centre.
Overnight at Cassia Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

After breakfast, your adventure in Uganda begins by driving northwest towards Masindi and Murchison Falls National Park, which offers beautiful sceneries of grassland acacia savannah in the north and tropical forests in the south. You will stopover for a nature walk with the rhinos at the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, the breeding project which saw the rebirth of the endangered white rhinos in Uganda. You can see them closely while walking freely in the reserve which is their natural habitat. You will then have Lunch at a local restaurant. You will get to taste one the delicious traditional cuisines here; these include; steamed matooke (bananas), Kalo (type of millet bread), Psoho, chapatti and so much more. Later, Proceed to the national park. Check in to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Overnight at: Pakuba Safari Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast

Today, set out on a game drive along the northern banks of the Nile in the heart of Murchison Falls National Park. You may see giraffes, buffalo, elephants, warthogs, leopards, lions and antelopes. This afternoon, embark on a boat cruise to the base of the falls, watching for hippos, crocodiles, elephants and birds on the river’s banks.

Overnight at Pakuba Safari lodge or similar. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

After your breakfast at the Lodge, you will visit the top of the falls then embark on a scenic drive to Kibale Forest Park, which is home to some 13 species of primates including the red colobus monkeys, chimpanzees and L'Hoest's monkeys as well as 70 mammal species.

Optional activity: Crater Lakes Hike: Formed by ancient volcanic activity, the crater lakes of Uganda are located near Fort Portal, and are a great hiking option. Typical hikes take you through local villages and tea plantations, to the base of several of these incredibly serene and beautiful lakes. With the Rwenzori Mountains in the background, this is by far one of Uganda’s most peaceful and extraordinary sights.

Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest lodge or similar. Meal plan:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast at the lodge, you will go for Chimpanzee tracking along the network of forest trails. Seeing habituated chimps squabbling and swinging from the trees is an exhilarating experience. Later in the day, you will have the opportunity to visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, which is rich in bird species, vegetation, and wildlife. This is also a great opportunity to support local tourism initiatives which benefit social and economic development in the area.
You will then go for a cultural village walk. Basing on your interests, you will visit a traditional healer who will share knowledge about local herbs, plants and medicines. You will get also get a chance to visit local homes where you will be told interesting stories about birth, marriage, ceremonies, clans and their traditional life. Learn more about the history and challenges faced by this developing community of rural Uganda. Time permitting, you will have a chance to experience the Ugandan school system, visit a local church and Bigodi’s trading centre, a hub of rural life and activity.  Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest lodge or similar. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

This morning, you will have breakfast then head for your lessons about how to prepare a local
Kitooro meal. You will get to taste your prepared meal and then head out for avisit to the tea and coffee plantations. While here, you will learn about the preparation of these two products. Later, you will be transferred to Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo and baboons. You will take a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel, 32 Kms long followed by a game drive. This water system has the highest concentration of Hippos in the world and you will get quite close to them. See also crocodiles, buffalos and other game that drink from the channel, also marvel at the abundant ornitho-life that is supported here.

Overnight at: Twinlakes Safari Lodge or similar. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

This day, you will go for a game drive in the Park and then transfer to Ishasha sector, famed for its tree climbing lions. Have a game drive there then head to the lodge for relaxation, dinner and
overnight.

Overnight at: Ishasha Jungle Lodge or similar. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Today you will have breakfast then continue into the western mountains, before reaching Bwindi
Impenetrable National Park and our gorilla-trekking base in the rain forest. The park, whose name references the dense forests it encompasses, is home to roughly half the world’s remaining
mountain gorillas. Though best known for its outstanding gorilla trekking, it also provides refuge
to chimpanzees, monkeys, elephants and various small antelope. Bwindi is also a top Uganda birding destination, with 23 of Uganda’s 24 Albertine Rift endemics, including threatened
species such as African green broadbill and Shelley's crimson wing.

Overnight at: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

In the morning you enter the rain tropical forest of Bwindi for the gorilla safari. The activity starts at 8 am and you will follow the ranger guides in a group of maximum 8 people as you search for the habituated family of mountain gorillas, which was allocated according to the permits. Bwindi forest in Uganda has a population of about 420 gorillas, which is half the world population. It is not predictable the time you will spend to encounter the gorillas. You have one hour for observing the primates and their behaviours, while taking photographs. Ensure you take
the packed lunch and water with you in the bag and for this, you might need the support of available porters.
Later, you will go for a batwa (pygmies) cultural experience. You will learn of their ways of
living.

Overnight at: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

This day, depending on the agreed time with your guide/ driver, you will depart to Kisoro for overnight. Relax and get ready for the next day’s adventure

Overnight at: Ichumbi Hotel or similar. Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

After breakfast, head to Mgahinga National Park in search of the golden monkeys. These are a local subspecies of the widespread skyes monkey, known as the “blue monkey”. Seeing these playful and inquisitive monkeys leap from bamboo branches or frolicking on the forest floor is awesome. Then head to Lake bunyonyi for overnight. Lake Bunyonyi (“Place of many little birds”) is the perfect place to stop for a break. The serene lake is rumored to be the deepest in
Africa, reaching depths of 900 meters. The lake stretches around 25 km in length and 7 meters wide, with 29 islands scattered throughout. Although it can be very tempting to just sit by the water and soak up the sun, there are many different activities available for one to engage in.

Overnight at: Arcadia Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

After a heartily breakfast, you will go for a canoe boat ride on the Lake. You will get to visit some of the different islands including one where pregnant girls /women where taken as an isolating place for having gotten pregnant before marriage. Later in the day, you can choose to relax or engage in optional activities like quad biking, ziplining and so much more.

Overnight at: Arcadia Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

The adventure continues as you spend one night at Lake Mburo National Park.
The 371 sq km park is an extension of the Tanzanian Plains and has distinctly different fauna compared to other Ugandan parks. It is the best place in the country to see Eland Antelope, Zebra, Topi, Impala, and Acacia. The five lakes within the park attract hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds, while fringing swamps hide black and yellow papyrus gonalek.
Have a game drive then return to the lodge for overnight stay.

Overnight at: Eagles Nest lodge or similar. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

This morning you will have breakfast and go for a walking safari in the Park. Time permitting, you can engage in some optional traditional activities unique to people in this area like cow milking. You will then proceed to Entebbe having lunch enroute. You will stop at the Equator-where you will be able to stand in both hemispheres simultaneously arriving in Entebbe for overnight.

Overnight at: Admas Hotel or similar. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

This day, you will head out to the Mabamba swamp, found on the northern shores of Lake Victoria. It is famed for the shoebill which is the most sought after bird by both the birding and non-birding tourists who are intrigued by its peculiar look and massive size. The wetland is also home to over 300 bird species.
Later, you will head to the airport for your outbound flight.

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