This tour was created for travel professionals to discover the Pearl of Africa – Uganda! On your way through this beautiful country, you will enjoy a safari in 5 National Parks, the Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, and Gorilla tracking (optionally – permit has to be applied two weeks in advance).
The tour can be easily extended to Kenya, Zanzibar, and Seychelles. Please check our portfolio or request.
Uganda is a country in East Africa. It is a member of the British Commonwealth. It comes from the word Buganda – ganda is the name of the local Bu tribe – an indicator of the land belonging to the tribe. The autonomy of the 5 kingdoms is recognized. It is inhabited by Bantu peoples, Nilots, and other representatives of Central African tribes. It borders on Sudan in the north, on the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the west, on Rwanda and Tanzania in the south, and on Kenya in the east. In the southeast is Lake Victoria. The population is about 40 million. The official languages are English, Luganda, and Swahili. The currency is the Ugandan shilling (100 dollars = 3700 shillings). Electricity 220V, British plug. One of the most civilized African countries with a tourist infrastructure. Specializes in receiving tourists for the last 100 years.
Welcome to Uganda! After a warm welcome by our guide at Entebbe International Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel. Breakfast. Settle in and prepare for the adventure that lies ahead.
Accommodation: Infinity Hotel/Boma Guest House or similar
Pick up around 11 am, then drive from Entebbe to Kibale National Park, have a journey through Fort Portal, the capital of the Tooro Kingdom, shadowed by the magnificent Rwenzori Mountains. Journey through lush tea plantations, arriving in Kibale National Park by afternoon.
Accommodation: Koi Koi/Dutchess or similar.
You will go for Chimpanzee tracking and enjoy a wonderful forest experience with these habituated chimpanzees. These engaging apes are closest to human beings and are great to watch being playful both on the ground and in the trees. In the afternoon, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This is one of Uganda’s most popular parks, offering scenic game drives. It has a wide variety of wild animals and over 600 bird species, incorporating a wide variety of habitats that range from savannah to wetlands and lowland forests.
Accommodation: Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp/Marafiki Safari Lodge or similar
Driving time: About 1-2 hours
Have an early morning game drive. There are over 100 mammal species that include lion, hippo, buffalo, leopard, spotted hyena, elephant, and the elusive giant forest hog in this park. You will also visit the salt lakes in Katwe before returning to the lodge. In the afternoon, you will have a boat ride on the Kazinga Channel. Here, you will have a chance to see different animals coming to the water, as well as a variety of bird species. Return to the lodge.
Accommodation: Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp/Marafiki Safari Lodge or similar
Today, you will have an en-route visit to the southern part of Queen Elizabeth -Ishasha. This sector is notably known for its resident tree-climbing lions, which are an exceptional attraction in the park. You will have a brief game drive in search of tree-climbing Lions. Continue to Bwindi, home to half of the world’s mountain gorilla population, as well as unique bird species, including 23 of the 24 Albertine Rift endemic bird species, such as the Blue-throated Broadbill, bar-tailed Trogon, and other beautiful forest species. Relax and prepare for an incredible gorilla trekking experience the next day.
Accommodation: Bwindi Forest Lodge/ Gorilla Leisure Lodge or similar
Driving time to Buhoma: 2.5 to 3 hours (Northern Bwindi).
Driving time to Rushaga: About 6-7hours (Southern Bwindi).
Enjoy your morning walking safari in the forest and an ethnical excursion to the nearest village. Thereafter, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi; this lake has 29 islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water that make it almost magical. Proceed to the lodge and once settled in, you will have a canoe boat ride on this beautiful lake and relax at the lodge.
Optionally – After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing and set off for an unforgettable gorilla trekking journey. Led by experienced rangers, the trek, which takes between 2 and 7 hours, will be challenging but deeply rewarding as you get to spend a full hour in proximity with a gorilla family.
Accommodation: Bwindi Forest Lodge/ Gorilla Leisure Lodge or similar
Today, you will proceed to Lake Mburo National Park, the smallest of Uganda’s National Parks. As you enter the park, you will enjoy a game drive in search of animals like impalas, zebras, elands, and many other antelopes. Proceed to the lodge for an overnight.
Accommodation: Hyena Hill Lodge/Kigarama Wilderness Lodge or similar
Early in the morning, have a guided nature walk, this walk you will see giraffes, zebras and waterbuck, and many more. Later, drive to Kampala for the City tour with Lunch. In this tour, you get to visit the unique historical landmark buildings within Kampala City, you visit the downtown public area, the Nakasero Food Market, the King’s Parliament in Mengo, the historical religious places of worship like Namirembe and Rubaga Cathedrals, and the Uganda National Mosque.
In the evening, you can enjoy the Kampala Nightlife (optionally).
Accommodation: Infinity Hotel/Boma Guest House or similar
Driving time: 4-5 hours
Early in the morning, we’ll organize a transfer from the hotel to Entebbe airport, keeping in mind that most European destinations are served by 6 am.