Highlights: The Uganda Equator, Boat cruise, Game drive

Itineraries:

Our drive to Lake Mburo begins quite early in the morning around 6:30am which gives us an advantage of beating traffic and making the most of our day of exploring this awesome little park. Our first stop will be at the Uganda Equator for a picturesque moment and for an opportunity to stretch our legs and perhaps get a few souvenirs from the craft shops. We continue to Lake Mburo in time for lunch and later set out for an afternoon boat cruise to get to view the aquatic wildlife like hippos, aquatic birds and so much more. We wind the day in a thrilling nature walk that allows us to get an up close encounter with the wildlife

Highlights: List of Bird Species likely to be spotted at Mabamba Swamp: Shoebill Stork, Long Tailed Cormorant, African Fish Eagle, African Jacana, Marsch Sand Piper, Yellow Billed Duck , Common Sand Piper, Wood Sand Piper, Purple Heron, Common Moorhen, Common Squacco

Itineraries:

After breakfast we will be picked up to transfer to Mabamba swamp. Upon arrival we will be briefed shortly. After briefing, we get on the canoe to begin our birding spree that sails through Papyrus and seaweed exposing the breathtaking beauty of Uganda’s largest swamp caught in a magical spell of nature. While we may come across many various bird species, we will be particularly on the lookout for the elusive Shoe billed stork

Highlights: Day Ngamba Island Chimps Tour

Itineraries:

After a short briefing by the safari guide, we will set off for Ngamba Island by speed boat which takes about 45 minutes to reach the island. When you arrive at the chimpanzee sanctuary, we will be warmly received and given a short briefing.

The climax of a day tour to Ngamba Island is the fascinating sight of the chimps interactingwith each other and with their care givers. In the relatively short amount of time you are there you will be able to see such different personalities among the group, with some whistling for food and others clapping while others simply fight for their share. It’s really an experience out of this world.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights: The Uganda Equator - Drum Making Experience

Itineraries:

After breakfast, we set out to Masaka road with a stop at the Mpambire drum making village to learn how to have an experience with the talented drum makers and get to interact with them as they pass onto us their knowledge of drum making. From this point we transfer to the Equator where we get lunch and get to carry out some fun Equator experiences before we transfer back to Kampala.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights: Day White Water Rafting on River Nile

Itineraries:

We will be picked up from our place of residence/ hotel by our driver-guide after breakfast and we will begin the scenic journey to Uganda’s adventure capital, Jinja. Upon arrival, we will get a short briefing into the activity before we begin paddling the vicious waves of the Nile River. This day is spent creating the most cherished memories as we meet new people and before long, form strong bonds of brotherhood through team work against the merciless teaseof the Nile waves.

After the lunch break, we embark on our battle with the wavesand end the whole day’s series of events in a cheerful bubble of joy with a much needed bottle of beer and barbeque to celebrate our day’s survival of the Nile.

With great stories to tell of the world’s longest river, R. Nile, we make our return journey backto Kampala.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights: Bigodi Swamp walk, Chimpanzee tracking

Itineraries:

Day 1: Transfer to Kibale forest- Chimpanzee tracking

With our guide we set out after lunch to the briefing point where we get all the necessary information that will best prepare us for the activity of Chimpanzee tracking. After our short briefing, we will now be prepared to set foot in the dense Kibale forest for an encounter with the fascinating Chimps. We return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Kibale forest camp (budget), Chimpanzee guest house (midrange), Papyrus lake view lodge (luxury)

Day 1: Bigodi Swamp walk- transfer back to Kampala

After breakfast, we set out for a nature walk at Bigodi swamp well-known for an affluence of biological diversity including the white and black L’Hoest monkey, the red colobus monkey, the grey cheeked monkeys, the colobus monkeys, the mangabey, red tailed monkey, vervet monkey, blue monkey and a few other mammals.Bigodi Wetland is also a prominent birder’s haven with well over 138 bird species among which include, the Great Blue Turaco. Return to the lodge for lunch, checkout and begin your drive back to Kampala/ Entebbe.

Highlights: Game viewing, Top of falls, Boat cruise on Victoria Nile

Itineraries:

Day 1: Transfer to Murchison falls, afternoon boat cruise- evening game drive

After breakfast, we will set out to Murchison falls national park, a drive that will bring us close to awesome scenery and African homesteads. Upon arrival, we will check into our booked safari lodge for lunch and later venture out for a lunch cruise on Victoria Nile. Great opportunities will unveil for views of the aquatic wildlife and a perfect view of the magnificent bottom of the falls. Our day will end in a beautiful sunset overlooking the luscious savannah grasslands that host an array of wildlife.

Accommodation options: Fort Murchison (budget), Pakuba safari lodge (midrange), Paraa safari lodge (luxury)

Meal plan: F/B

Day 2: Morning game drive- top of the falls-transfer to Kampala/Entebbe

Our day will begin quite early (after checking out of the safari lodge) with a morning game drive for a parting glance of the outstretched savannah grasslands endowed with Africa’s dearly loved. We continue to the top of the falls and after exit the park heading for Kampala/Entebbe.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights: Please note: You can add an extra day or fly in instead and get to experience the trails of bwindi. A nature walk from one sector of the forest to another (Buhoma to Nkuringo) is quite a thrilling adventure as so many surprises will be presented in your pa

Itineraries:

Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Our drive begins early morning after breakfast. We journey to Bwindi impenetrable. We will not miss the opportunity to stop by the Uganda Equator for a picturesque moment and continue with the journey feasting our eyes to the most glorious scenic views. Upon your arrival you will check into your booked safari lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meal plan: F/B (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Accommodation: Ride for a woman(budget), Haven lodge(midrange), Bwindi lodge(luxury)

Day 2: Gorilla trekking

Wake up in the misty jungle of Bwindi and after our delicious breakfast, we transfer to the park headquarters for briefing before our long awaited encounter with the gentle giants. The hike to the home of the gentle giants can be a bit challenging but nothing that requires a lot of fitness either. Once you get to stand face to face with the Mountain Gorillas, you will almost forget how breathless you are from all the work you put you to get to them.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman(budget), Haven lodge(midrange), Bwindi lodge(luxury)

Day 3: Transfer back to Kampala

We check out of the safari lodge after breakfast and exit the park heading to Kampala or to the airport for our evening flight back home. We will have a stop for lunch along the way and any other stops at your request.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights: Chimpanzee tracking, Hike , Rhino trekking, Game drive , Boat cruise

Itineraries:

Day 1: Rhino trekking and evening game drive

We will be picked up from our place of stay in Kampala to begin the journey to Murchison falls. Our first stop will be at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a chance to truck the endangered Rhinos.  We embark on our journey after lunch and with a warm welcome to the home of the world’s most powerful falls, we traverse the luscious savannahs on an evening game drive. 

Accommodation: Fort Murchison (budget), Pakuba safari lodge (midrange), Paraa safari lodge (luxury)

Meal plan: F/B

Day 2: Early morning Game drive, afternoon Boat Cruise-hike to top of falls

With a fresh steaming cup of tea or coffee, we will set out for an early morning game drive, a great opportunity for amazing sightings. We return to the lodge for full breakfast and later after lunch, a cruise on the Victoria Nile for aquatic game viewing will usher us into the afternoon and finally, a hike to the top of falls will bring us to the vast rumbles of the powerfall Murchison falls.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Fort Murchison(budget), Pakuba Safari lodge(midrange), Baker’s lodge(luxury)

Day 3: Chimpanzee tracking, transfer to Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast, we check out of the lodge and exit the park heading out for a thrilling chimpanzee trekking adventure, an opportunity to view these beautiful creatures play and interact with each other. We embark on our return journey after enjoying our packed lunch. Drop off at desired location. 

Highlights: 3 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari from Rwanda

Itineraries:

Day 1: Travel from Rwanda to Queen Elizabeth national park.

After our delicious breakfast, we will be picked up by the driver guide to begin the journey to south western Uganda through the beautiful hills of Kisoro that will give us a glimpse of the Mufumbira ranges a breath taking view that you will definitely be delighted with.  We continue to Queen Elizabeth and check into our booked safari lodge and later set out for an evening game drive.

Meal plan: H/B

Accommodation: Bush lodge

Day 2: Morning game drive, afternoon boat cruise and exploring crater lakes.

After an early breakfast, we will set out for a morning game drive in Kasenyi track, the morning is an ideal time as the animals tend to be more active at this time of the day. From our close encounter with the beautiful wild, we return to the lodge for lunch and later set out for a thrilling boat cruise on Kazinga channel which will give us an opportunity to view the aquatic wildlife like hippos and crocodiles and lots of aquatic birds that have found home to this part of Queen Elizabeth national park. Our day will close in a scenic trail of crater lakes.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Bush lodge

Day 3: Transfer to Rwanda (with a stop at Kitagata hot springs)

We wake up to a delicious breakfast and begin the drive out of the park. We will get a brief stop at Kitagata hot springs before we continue with the drive to Kigali.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights:  Boat cruise on Lake Mburo, Game drive, Gorilla tracking

Itineraries:

Day 1: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park- Afternoon Boat ride

We wake up with great anticipation for the day as we set out south west wards to Lake Mburo national park. Enroute we get a quick stop at the Uganda Equator for a picturesque moment as well as an opportunity to grab a few souvenirs from the craft shops. We journey on to our destination. Upon arrival we check into our booked safari lodge for lunch after which we dive into a relaxing boat cruise an opportunity to spot the aquatic wild like hippos and crocodiles. As we make a return to the lodge, we will drive through the savannahs and be on the lookout for wildlife

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Eagles nest (Budget)

Day 2: Morning nature walk, transfer to Bwindi National Park

We will have quite an early start to the day with an early morning nature walk that will allow us to get an intimate encounter with the wildlife. We return from the morning game drive to a warm breakfast after which we check out of the lodge and exit the park heading out to Bwindi impenetrable national park.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman (Budget)

 Day 3: A tale of the mountain Gorillas

With hearts palpitating to the joyous promise of the day’s great adventures with the Gentle giants, we set out to the briefing point after breakfast and get some insight into the activity we are to undertake before we penetrate the depth of the beautiful Bwindi forest to meet the mountain Gorillas. A moment with these beautiful creatures is so intriguing probably the most captivating one hour of your life as you stare down in amazement at how closely related we are with the world’s largest Apes.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman (budget)

Day 4: Transfer back to Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast, we check out of our safari lodge and begin our journey back to Kampala with a lunch stop on the way.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights: Chimpanzee tracking, Ishasha tree climbing lions, Boat cruise, Equator experience, Gorilla tracking

Itineraries:

Day 1: Transfer to Kibale national – Chimpanzee tracking

After a sumptuous breakfast in Kampala, we journey through the beautiful landscapes of central Uganda, heading to Fort portal. Upon arrival in Kibale we head straight to the briefing points in preparation for the afternoon Chimpanzee tracking activity. 

Meal plan: H/B

Accommodation:  Kibale forest camp(budget),Chimpanzee guest house/Turaco tree tops(midrange), Papyrus (luxury)

Day 2: Bigodi swamp – transfer to queen boat cruise

Check out of the safari lodge after breakfast and we set out for a brief tour of Bigodi swamp an opportunity that will bring us up close to various primate species and birds. From our thrilling Bigodi adventure we embark on our journey to the scenic queen Elizabeth to explore the Kazinga channel.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Bush lodge (budget), Elephant Hab/Park view (midrange), Katara lodge (luxury).

Day 3: Ishasha tree climbing lions, transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national park

In the morning after breakfast and checking out of your safari lodge, we will transfer with our packed lunch to Bwindi and we may along the way take advantage of the Ishasha sector that gives us opportunity of viewing the rare tree climbing lions. If lucky, we will get to spot a few before we exit for Bwindi. Upon our arrival in Bwindi, check into the safari lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman (budget), Haven lodge (midrange), Bwindi lodge (luxury).

Day 4: Gorilla trekking

Set out for briefing at the park offices after your breakfast. You will be allocated gorilla tracking groups and given tips to prepare you for what to expect while on a close encounter with the gentle giants. Return from the deep forest to receive your gorilla tracking certificate. Return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation or choose to have a community walk and get close and personal with the local people.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman (budget), Haven lodge (midrange), Bwindi lodge (luxury)

Day 5: Transfer back to Kampala with stop at the equator

With our week of fun filled memories, we wave goodbye to the impenetrable forest to begin the journey back to Kampala. En-route, we will have a lunch stop and another picturesque moment at the Uganda equator.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights: Gorilla trekking, Chimpanzee trekking, Canopy walk, Game drive, Boat cruise

Itineraries:

Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After breakfast we are picked up by the driver guide to begin the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable, the home of the Gentle Giants. Along the way, we will make a stop at the Uganda Equator for pictures and perhaps get some souvenirs and gifts for friends back home. We continue through the scenic trails getting a glimpse of the scenic point that’s commonly refered to as the Switzerland of Africa.

Accommodation: Camping(Budget), Lake chahafi(Midrange), Mount Gahinga lodge(Luxury)

Meal plan: H/B

Day 2: Gorilla trekking .

Nothing beats the thrill of standing next to the world’s largest apes. The crisp smell of the rain Bwindi forest awake us to a steamy cup of Ugandan coffee before we set out for briefing that will usher us onto the trails that lead to the home of the Gentle Giants. We will get a whole hour to observe them, watch the little ones play and others perhaps grooming each other. We will take as many pictures including selfies. We will descend down to the briefing center to receive our certificates from our one on one with the world’s largest Apes.

Accommodation: Camping(Budget), Lake chahafi(Midrange), Mount Gahinga lodge(Luxury)

Meal plan: F/B

Day 3: Transfer to Nyungwe forest

We exit the park and begin the journey to Rwanda after breakfast and check out. The land to a thousand hills will entertain us with the most extravagant views as we move along to our final destination. Upon arrival, check into your booked safari lodge for a quiet evening of relaxation.

Accommodation: Gisakura guest house(budget), Nyungwe Top view(midrange)Nyungwe house/Nyungwe forest lodge(luxury)

Meal plan: F/B

Day 4: Chimpanzee trekking- Nyungwe canopy walk

After breakfast, we drive to the park headquarters for a short briefing that will pave way for us to enter into the dense forest of Nyungwe, a wild magical treasure that will bring us standing face to face with our lost cousins the Chimpanzees. We return to the lodge for lunch and later in the afternoon set out for a canopy walk that will give us a glimpse over the horizon of the Great West Rift Valley and a possibility of spoting some unique primate species.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Gisakura guest house(budget), Nyungwe Top view(midrange)Nyungwe house/Nyungwe forest lodge(luxury)

Day 5: Transfer to Akagera national park- evening game drive

After breakfast, we will check out of our safari lodge and transfer to Akagera national park, a park that will give us awesome game viewing opportunities. Upon arrival we check into our booked safari lodge. We will wind the day exploring the beautiful savannahs of Akagera looking out for various wild game.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Akagera game lodge (budget-midrange), Ruzizi tented camp (midrange), Magashi camp (luxury)

Day 6:  Boat cruise on River Akagera, City tour-Airport drop off

We awake to a delicious breakfast and set out for a morning boat cruise on River Kagera that will give us an opportunity to get up close with the aquatic wildlife. From this thrilling boat cruise activity we exit the park heading to Kigali where we will get to explore this small city, a visit the Genocide Memorial, and craft market to get a few gifts for family and friends. Later we drive to airport to check in for our evening flight back home.

Highlights: Chimpanzee tracking, Game drives, Boat cruises, Equator experience, Gorilla tracking , Rhino tracking, Hike

Itineraries:

Day 1: journey to Bwindi impenetrable

Our journey will begin quite early after our breakfast so that we can beat the traffic jam and try to fit in a bit more amazing activities en-route Bwindi. We will get a few stops and one of them will be at the Uganda Equator for pictures and perhaps an opportunity to grab a few souvenirs for family and friends back home.

Meal plan: H/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman (budget), Haven lodge (midrange), Bwindi lodge (luxury)

Day 2: Gorilla trekking

Set out for briefing at the park offices after your breakfast. You will be allocated gorilla tracking groups and given tips to prepare you for what to expect while on a close encounter with the gentle giants. Return from the deep forest to receive your gorilla tracking certificate. Return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman (budget), Haven lodge (midrange), Bwindi lodge (luxury)

Day 3: Ishasha tree climbing lions, Queen Elizabeth national park- evening game drive

In the morning after breakfast, we check out of the safari lodge, we transfer with our packed lunch to Queen Elizabeth national park, “The Medley of Wonders” along the way; we take advantage of the Ishasha sector that gives us opportunity of viewing the rare tree climbing lions. If lucky, we will get to spot a few before we continue and check into our booked safari lodge. We wind the day in an evening game drive.

 Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Accommodation: Bush lodge (budget), Elephant hab (midrange), Mweya safari lodge (luxury)

Day 4: Morning game drive- afternoon boat cruise-(crater lakes)

The crisp morning opens with a game drive to seek out various wild game, a great opportunity for game viewing as the animals tend to be more active in the morning hours. Return from our adventure in the beautiful savannahs to some much needed relaxation before lunch. Later after lunch, you will have a thrilling boat cruise on Kazinga channel to spot the aquatic wild and so much more!  If time allows, we will drive through the crater lakes for some scenic viewing before returning to the lodge for dinner.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Bush lodge (budget), Elephant hab (midrange), Mweya safari lodge (luxury)

Day 5: Through the scenic crater lakes and into Kibale forest

Check out of the safari lodge after breakfast and exit Queen Elizabeth driving through the scenic crater lakes to Kibale national park. Upon arrival, check into your booked accommodation for an evening of relaxation

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Kibale forest camp (budget), Chimpanzee forest Guest house(midrange), Papaya lake lodge (luxury)

Day 6: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Walk 

After breakfast, we head to the park headquarters where we receive a short briefing into the Chimpanzee tracking activity before we set out into the dense Kibale forest to meet the most amazing creatures. Return to a warm delicious lunch at the lodge after which we take on yet another adventure at Bigodi swamp for a primate walk and we can expect lots of bird sightings with over 138 bird species.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation:  Kibale forest camp (budget), Chimpanzee forest Guest house(midrange), Papaya Lake lodge (luxury)

Day 7: Transfer to Murchison falls national park

After breakfast, we check out of the safari lodge and begin the journey through the beautiful landscapes of Uganda, heading northwest to Murchison falls. Upon arrival, we check into our booked accommodation for an evening of relaxation.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Fort Murchison (budget), Pakuba safari lodge (midrange), Paraa safari lodge(luxury)

Day 8: Early morning Game drive, afternoon Boat Cruise-hike to top of falls

With a fresh steaming cup of tea or coffee, we will set out for an early morning game drive, a great opportunity for amazing sightings. We return to the lodge for full breakfast and later after lunch, a cruise on the Victoria Nile for aquatic game viewing will usher us into the afternoon and finally, a hike to the top of falls will bring us to the vast rumbles of the powerful Murchison falls. 

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Fort Murchison (budget), Pakuba Safari lodge (midrange), Paraa safari lodge (luxury)

Day 9: Rhino tracking and transfer back to Kampala

We will exit the park after check out.  Our first stop will be at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a chance to truck the endangered Rhinos.  We embark on our journey after lunch continuing to Kampala/ Entebbe for drop off.

Meal plan: F/B

Highlights: 10 Days Rwenzori Exclusive Hiking Adventure

Itineraries:

Day 1: Transfer to Rwenzori

After breakfast, we will be picked by the driver-guide to journey to the foothills of Rwenzori. Upon arrival we check into our booked accommodation and get some rest. You will absolutely need to rest in preparation for the next 7 days of hiking.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ruboni community camp (budget), Equator snow lodge (midrange and luxury)

Day 2: Nyakalengija - Nyabitaba Hut (2650m).

Early in the morning, after having a cup of coffee, drive to NyakalengijaTrail head  (1600m). Meet porters and guides and begin hiking up to Nyabitaba hut. Walk through the matooke / Banana plantations on the side of the steep foothills, past the local Bakonjo homesteads. Continue with the trail along the Mubuku River, through landslides. After crossing the Mahoma River, climb steeply through bracken fern slopes and Podocarpus forest to Nyabitaba Hut. Dinner and Overnight at Nyabitaba Hut.

Day 3: John Matte Hut (3350m).

From Nyabitaba follow the trail that drops down through the forest to theKurt Shafer Bridge, just below the confluence of the Mubuku and Bujuku rivers. Passing through the bamboo forest, traverse through a long and exhausting stretch of slippery moss-covered rock. From the Nyamileju rock shelter, Mount Stanley and Mount Speke can be seen before passing into the Zone of the giant heather, lobelia and groundsel. Finally reach John Matte Hut after passing through the tiring bog, for Dinner and Overnight at the Hut.

Day 4: Bujuku Hut

From John Matte Hut the trail drops down to cross the Bujuku River and enters lower Bigo Bog, the home of giant lobelias. Jumping from tussock to Tussock, the bog is finally crossed but rarely without the feet sampling some of the freezing ooze below. The Upper Bigo bog gives way to Bujuku Lake, with views of Mt Baker to the South and Mt Stanley to the West.

Bujuku Hut, well located in the shadow of Mount Baker and Mount Speke, is set in a narrow valley below Stuhlmann Pass. Dinner and  overnight at the hut.

Day 5: Elena Hut (4541m).

Leaving Bujuku, the trail takes you through more bog, while climbing the Steep slopes west of the lake and through the magical Groundsel Gully as it ascends to Scott-Elliot Pass at 4372m. At the head of the gully a metal ladder takes you over a steep section after which the trail is divided into two. The trail on your right leads up to Elena Hut and Mount Stanley on a steep trail over large boulders, while the trail on your left leads to Scott-Elliot Pass and down to Kitandara Lakes. Dinner and Overnight at the Coolly and Icy Elena Hut.

Day 6: Margherita peak (5109m)

For those aiming at reaching Margherita peak (5109m), continue to the base of the Stanley Glacier. To reach the summit of Margherita, the climb takes about 5-7 hours depending on the weather conditions and the pace of climbing this mountain. This tough walk takes you over three glaciers, Slippery rock, ice and very exposed areas which are open on many sides.

Note that this climb is for only physically fit and technical climbers. Climbing on to the glaciers, cross the Stanley Plateau and proceed with the ascent. Acclimatized to fog, altitude sickness and coolly weather, scramble up to the summit of Margherita the highest peak of the Rwenzoris.

Given the high altitude and the tough conditions even if you do not reach the peak, don’t get disappointed. Prepare for you return through the Scott-Elliot pass, where there are spectacular views back to Bujuku Lake and Mount Speke, up to Mount Stanley and down to the Kitandara Lakes.

After the trail that passes you through an alpine zone of sparse vegetation and rough boulders, descend past the Kitandara Lakes for dinner and overnight at the Kitandara Hut.

Day 7:  Guy Yeoman Hut (3260m)

From Kitandara, take on the trail that ascends steeply up the headwall, spreading out from the base of Mount Baker and continuing along the south side of the mountain to Fresh field Pass. At this point you can view into the Congo to the west and Mount Stanley to the north. From the pass, take on the long trail passing the rock shelter at Bujongolo, the base camp for the historic expedition by the Duke of Abruzzi in 1906.Dinner and Overnight at Guy Yeoman Hut.

Day 8: Nyabitaba (2650m)

Take on the path down to Nyabitaba hut. The path can be slippery and muddy and therefore requires careful balancing over the vertical mud or steep rock. Remember this is part of the adventure with in this mountain. Dinner and Overnight at Nyabitaba Hut.

Day 9: Nyakalengija trailhead

Descend gently down the muddy paths to the trailhead. You will find your guide waiting to receive you at the foothills and drive you back to your accommodation.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ruboni community camp(budget), Equator snow lodge(midrange)

Day 10: Transfer back to Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast, we will check out of the safari lodge and transfer back to Kampala/Entebbe for our flight back home.

Highlights: Game drive, Nyungwe canopy walk, Gorilla trekking, Ishasha tree climbing lions

Itineraries:

Day 1: Arrival at Rwanda Airport

Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be picked up by one of our representatives who will drive you to your booked accommodation for the night.

Accommodation:  Yambi guest house(budget), The Retreat (mid range-luxury)

Meal plan: Breakfast

Day 2: Journey to Akagera National park

Our driver-guide will pick us up after breakfast from our hotel in Kigali. We will journey to Akagera national park. Upon arrival you will check into your booked accommodation and have lunch. We will spend a few hours of relaxation before getting into a thrilling evening game drive that will open up a whole new world of Akagera as we spot various wildlife and learn more about them.

Accommodation: Dereva Hotel (budget), Akagera game lodge(midrange), Magashi Camp(luxury)

Meal plan: Breakfast 

Day 3: Akagera National park- Game Drive and boat cruise

We will wake with the early morning birds and have a light breakfast before we set out yet again into the heart of Akagera in search of great sightings of animals and possibly catch the king of the jungle on a hunt for the perfect prey.  A delicious warm meal sees us off to a relaxing boat cruise on River Kagera an opportunity that will unveil great sightings of the aquatic wildlife like hippos, crocodiles etc.

Accommodation: Dereva Hotel (budget), Akagera game lodge(midrange), Magashi Camp(luxury)

Meal plan: F/B

Day 5: Akagera to Nyungwe National park.

We check out of the lodge after breakfast and begin the journey to Nyungwe with our packed lunch. The drive is a stretch of about 7 hours with a reward of so many amazing stops that will bring so many great discovery of Rwandan culture, history and so much more.  Upon arrival in Nyungwe we check into our booked safari lodge for an evening of relaxation in wait for the next day’s adventures.

Accommodation: Gisakura guest house(budget), Nyungwe top view(midrange),  one and only Nyungwe house(luxury)

Meal plan: F/B

Day 6: Chimpanzee trekking & canopy walk

After breakfast, we drive to the park headquarters for a short briefing that will pave way for us to enter into the dense forest of Nyungwe, a wild magical treasure that will bring us standing face to face with our lost cousins the Chimpanzees. We return to the lodge for lunch and later in the afternoon set out for a canopy walk that will give us a glimpse over the horizon of the Great West Rift Valley and a possibility of spoting some unique primate species.

Accommodation: Gisakura Guest house(Budget), Nyungwe top view(midrange), one and only Nyungwe house(luxury) 

Meal plan: F/B

Day 7: Nyungwe to Kibuye

Check out of the lodge and embark on the journey to Kibuye. Upon arrival we check into our booked accommodation and we will spend the rest of the day getting some time of relaxation.

Accommodation: Home st Jean(budget), Rwiza village(midrange)

Day 8: Boat ride- Kibuye

After breakfast ,We will have a tour through Karongi town, you will also visit some old churches and genocide areas too, then you will come back to the lodge for lunch and after lunch you will have a boat ride on Lake Kivu.

Accommodation: Home St Jean (budget), Hill view hotel (midrange) 

Day 9: Rwanda – Mgahinga Batwa Pygmy experience

We check out of our place of stay and embark on an incredible journey crossing over to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa. We will get a few stops to view various scenic points. Upon arrival, we check into our booked accommodation and after lunch set out for a Batwa pygmy Cultural experience that will bring us close to the culture of the ancient Ituri forest of Congo.

Accommodation: Home St Jean(budget), Hill view hotel(mid range) 

Day 10: Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Forest

Nothing beats the thrill of standing next to the world’s largest apes. The crisp smell of the forest awake us to a steamy cup of Ugandan coffee before we set out for briefing that will usher us onto the trails that lead to the home of the Gentle Giants. We will get a whole hour to observe them, watch the little ones play and others perhaps grooming each other. We will take as many pictures including selfies. We will descend down to the briefing center to receive our certificates from our one on one with the world’s largest Apes.

Accommodation:  Lake Chahafi (budget and midrange), Gahinga lodge (midrange)

 Meal plan: F/B

Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, we check out of the safari lodge and transfer to Uganda’s deepest lake, Lake Bunyonyi. We will spend an evening of relaxation doing simple canoeing activity or if we are not up for the rest, we can choose any other activity of your choice.

Meal plan:  F/B

Accommodation: Overland camp (budget), Arcadia cottages (midrange-luxury)

Day 12: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park-boat cruise and game drive

After breakfast, we check out of the loge and begin the journey to Uganda’s most scenic park, Queen Elizabeth National Park. Upon arrival we check into our booked accommodation and set out for the thrill of Queen Elizabeth after an early lunch.

Accommodation: Bush lodge (budget), Elephant hab(midrange), Katara lodge(luxury)

Meal plan: F/B

Day 3: Transfer to the southern sector- Tree climbing lions

After breakfast, we check out of the safari lodge and set out for a different sector of the park that will give us an opportunity to spot the tree climbing lions. We check into another accommodation and set out for a game drive through Ishasha in search of the tree climbing lions. Incase we don’t get an opportunity to view them, we embark on another game drive in the afternoon that we may make us lucky.

Accommodation: @The River Ishasha lodge (budget-midrange), Ishasha wilderness camp(luxury)

Meal plan: F/B

Day 14: journey to the airport

We check out of the safari lodge after our delicious breakfast. We begin the journey through the scenic Kisoro town heading towards Kampala. We will have a few stops for scenic viewing, a stop for lunch and also the Uganda equator for pictures and an opportunity to grab a few gifts and souvenirs. Continue drive all the way to Entebbe airport to check in for our flight back home.

Meal plan: H/B

Highlights: Zziwa Rhinos, Game drives, Karamajongs cultural encounter, Morungole Hike and IK people, Boat cruise

Itineraries:

Day 1: Journey to Zziwa Rhinos

We will begin the journey to Zziwa as early as 6:30am so we can beat the traffic jam. We arrive at Zziwa Rhinos in time for lunch and after lunch set out for an encounter with the Rhinos. Return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation or we may choose to have an evening nature walk.

Meal plan: lunch and dinner 

Accommodation: Ziwa Rhino Guest house(Budget), Amuka Safari lodge (Midrange and luxury)

Day 2: Departure for Kidepo Valley Safari- Karamajongs cultural encounter

After your breakfast, we will begin the journey to Kidepo valley national park. We will have a stopover in Gulu for lunch. Upon arrival in Kidepo, we will check into our booked safari lodge and later set out for a cultural encounter with the Karamajongs.

Meal plan: F/B           

Accommodation:  Kidepo Savannah lodge

Day 3: Early morning game drive and evening game drive

We will have our breakfast in the wee hours of the morning and immediately set out for an early morning game drive that will wind up in an exciting tour of Kanangorok hot spring where quite a number animals can be seen roaming around including the African Ostrich that can only be seen here in its natural habitat in Uganda. Return to the lodge for some time of relaxation and after lunch we set out yet again for another game drive.

Meal plan: F/B 

Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah lodge (Budget), Adere safari lodge (Midrange), Apoka safari lodge (luxury)

Day 4: Hike to Morungole Mountain

After breakfast we set out to the briefing point where we will get an idea of the activity we are about to embark on. With our packed lunch we embark on the scenic hike that will give us an opportunity to interact with the Ik culture. From the adventurous hike we return to the lodge for dinner.

Meal plan: F/B 

Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah lodge (budget), Adere safari lodge (Midrange), Apoka safari lodge (luxury)

Day 5: Transfer to Murchison falls national park

After breakfast we check out of the safari lodge and embark on the journey to Murchison falls. We will have a few stops in between. Upon arrival to Murchison falls, we check into our booked safari lodge for an evening of relaxation.

Meal plan: F/B  

Accommodation: Fort Murchison, Pakuba safari lodge (midrange), Bakers lodge (Luxury)

Day 6: Morning game drive- afternoon boat cruise-hike to the top of falls

Our day will be packed with so many great adventures. We awake to a delicious breakfast and set out for a morning game drive. We return from the depths of the savannahs to a rejuvenating lunch after which we venture out for a cruise on the waters of Victoria Nile, an opportunity that will bring us close to the aquatic wild like Nile crocodiles, Hippos and so much more. Hike to the top of the falls.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Fort Murchison (budget), Pakuba safari lodge (midrange), Bakers lodge (Luxury)

Day7: Transfer to Kampala/ Entebbe

After breakfast, we check out of the safari lodge, exit the park and start our journey back to Kampala.

Meal plan: Breakfast and packed lunch

Highlights: Game drives, Ik cultural encounter, Scenic drives and nature walks, Chimp tracking, Gorilla trekking, Batwa people, Ankole experiential tour, Cultural dances

Itineraries:

Day 1: Travel to the Kidepo valley national park with a stop at Zziwa Rhinos

You will be picked up from your place of stay in Kampala after breakfast and we will begin the journey to Kidepo valley national park. We will have a stop at Zziwa Rhinos for a fun Rhino tracking adventure. After lunch, we continue to the park. Upon arrival, we will check into our booked safari lodge.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Kidepo savannah lodge(budget), Adere safari lodge(midrange), Apoka safari lodge (luxury).

Day 2: Cultural encounter with the Ik people- evening game drive

After an early morning breakfast. We set out for a hike to Mount Morungule that will bring us to the homesteads of the Ik People While with this unique tribe, we will learn of their way of life, their traditions and culture as well as get to enjoy the scenic views from atop Morungule Mountain.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Kidepo savannah lodge (budget), Adere safari lodge (midrange), Apoka safari lodge (luxury)

Day 3: Transfer to Murchison falls- evening game drive.

We check out of the safari lodge after breakfast and drive to Murchison falls. Along the way we will have a stop for lunch and embark on our journey to Murchison falls. Upon arrival, we check into our booked safari lodge and set out for an evening game drive.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation:  Pakuba safari lodge (midrange), Baker’s lodge (Luxury)

Day 4 – Morning boat cruise- hike to top of the falls- Transfer to Hoima

After breakfast, we drive straight to the Nile bank where we will get on board a boat for a cruise on Victoria Nile that will allow us an opportunity to view the aquatic wildlife as well as an excellent view of Murchison falls devil’s cauldron. We begin the scenic hike to the top of the falls while we listen to tales of old from the guide about this historic park.  Once at the top we will get an opportunity for pictures and drive on out of the park to Hoima for the night.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Hoima cultural lodge

Day 5: Journey to Kibale – Fort portal

Fort Portal rests in the shadow of the fabled “Mountains of the Moon.” Upon arrival, we will check into our booked accommodation. After a short briefing into the activity; we set out into the dense forest of Kibale for an encounter with our closest relatives. We return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Rwetera safari park (budget), Chimpanzee guest house (midrange), Kyaninga lodge (luxury)

Day 6 – Explore the Sempaya hot springs

After breakfast, we will set out for a primate walk in Bigodi swamp. Along the way we will get a cultural encounter with the local people and their way of life. From the Nature walk in Bigodi we return for lunch and after drive to semuliki. A walk on the trail will lead you to the bubbly Sempaya hot springs. We will get to carry out a few experiments like a boiling an egg or even sweet potato. We return to the lodge for dinner.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Rwetera Safari park (budget), Chimpanzee Guest house (Midrange), Kyaninga lodge (luxury)

Day 7 – Chimpanzee tracking and Bigodi swamp walk

We wake up ready to explore the beautiful Kibale forest in search of man’s closest relative. After breakfast, we set out to the park briefing point where we will get all the necessary information to best prepare us for our time with our closest relatives. Once we meet these beautiful creatures we will be given some time with them to take pictures, observe them and ask our Guides different questions that will enable us learn a lot more about the chimps and their home in this dense forest. Return to the lodge and get a few minutes of relaxation before you set out to Bigodi swamp for a refreshing evening nature walk.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Rwetera safari park (budget), Chimpanzee Guest house (midrange), Kyaninga lodge (luxury)

Day 8: A day of rest on the foothills of Mountain Rwenzori

Today we transfer to the foothills of Mountain Rwenzori for a day of rest and if you up to it, you can very well decide to take a nature walk through the park and explore a little bit of the snowcapped Mountains of the Moon!

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ruboni community camp (budget), Equator snow lodge (midrange-luxury)

Day 9: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth – afternoon boat cruise

After breakfast we will check out of the safari lodge, exiting the park to Queen Elizabeth national park. Upon arrival we check into our booked accommodation and after lunch, we set out for a thrilling boat cruise on the Kazinga channel an opportunity to view amazing wildlife and more especially birds.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Bush loge (budget), park view lodge (midrange), Katara lodge (luxury)

Day 10: Explore Crater lakes

After breakfast, we will dive into a full day of exploring the scenic crater lakes of Queen Elizabeth. We will venture out to spot one Crater lake after another and enjoying a picturesque moment at each spot.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Bush loge (budget), park view lodge (midrange), Katara lodge (luxury)

Day 11: Transfer to Bwindi through Ishasha

In the morning after breakfast and checking out of your safari lodge, we will transfer with our packed lunch to Bwindi and we may along the way take advantage of the Ishasha sector that gives us opportunity of viewing the rare tree climbing lions. If lucky, we will get to spot a few before we exit for Bwindi. Upon your arrival, check into the safari lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman (budget), Haven lodge (midrange), Bwindi lodge (luxury)

Day 12: Gorilla trekking

Set out for briefing at the park offices after your breakfast. You will be allocated gorilla tracking groups and given tips to prepare you for what to expect while on a close encounter with the gentle giants. Return from the deep forest to receive your gorilla tracking certificate. Return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Ride for a woman (budget), Haven lodge (midrange), Bwindi lodge (luxury)

Day 13: Transfer to Kisoro- Rest

After breakfast, we check out of the safari lodge and begin the journey to Kisoro town. We will pass through such beautiful scenic views ideal for pictures at one point with the back drop of the volcanoes Mountains. Upon arrival at our booked accommodation we check into our booked safari lodge for an evening of rest.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Lake Mulehe/Lake Chahafi (Midrange), Mount Gahinga lodge (luxury)

Day 14: Batwa Trail in Mgahinga National Park

Today you will have a first-hand introduction to one of the most unique cultures in the world. Overlooking the imposing hillsides of Bwindi Impenetrable forest, with the mist swirling over the summits, this is one of the most dramatic settings for your cultural tour! Batwa Trail in Mgahinga Gorilla Park allows you to experience the ways of the ancient Batwa pygmies who once lived in the Ituri forest of Congo. This experience will give you the opportunity to learn more about their old culture while you enjoy a hike with the Batwa guides as you hear so many wonderful tales of this special group of people. You will have the opportunity to learn of their way of life with various activities like checking hives for wild honey, repair a Batwa shelter, harvest medicinal plants, light a fire with wood and the thrilling of them all is the Garama caves. We return to the lodge for lunch and later set out on a scenic cycling tour around the hills of Kisoro

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Lake Mulehe/Lake Chahafi (Midrange), Mount Gahinga lodge (luxury)

Day 15 - Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi- rest

After breakfast, we check out of the safari lodge and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, the second deepest lake in Uganda is a spectacular place in the south of Uganda, surrounded terraced hillsides. We will arrive to our lodge in perfect time for lunch and spend the rest of the day relaxing and giving our bodies some time to recover from the hard adventures of the previous day.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Overland camp (budget), Arcadia cottage (midrange), Bird nest (luxury)

Day 16 - Transfer to Kitwe town, Nshenyi cultural village

After breakfast, we will be transferred to Nshenyi cultural village, a gateway into the Ankole culture. The village is nestled in the rolling hills of the Ankole Kingdom. An experiential visit of local farms. You will get to make few traditional dishes and learn how to make ghee, milk a cow etc. In the evening we wind up the day with traditional dances and songs under the magical star filled sky with the crackles of fire bringing warmth to the cool evening.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Nshenyi cultural village

Day 17: Lake Mburo- evening nature walk

We will get to sleep in today and get to enjoy the beauty that surrounds us before we embark on a journey to Lake Mburo. After lunch we journey on to Lake Mburo. Upon arrival we check into our booked lodge. Set out to the briefing point and wind the day in a thrilling scenic nature walk that will bring us upclose to the various wildlife, birds and plant species.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Eagle nest (budget), Rwakobo rock (Midrange), Mihingo safari lodge (Luxury)

Day 18: Journey back to Kampala- Ndere troupe cultural dance

After breakfast, we check out of the safari lodge and begin our journey back to Kampala with a stop at the Uganda Equator. Upon arrival, we check into our hotel to freshen up before we set out to the Ndere cultural center for a cultural performance that will be the icing on top of our cultural-scenic Ugandan adventure.

Meal plan: F/B

Accommodation: Tropical villas (budget), Kampala forest (midrange), Serena hotel (luxury)

Day 19: Airport drop off

Depending on what time your flight is we may get to explore some of Kampala city and visit places like the King’s palace and burial grounds and prominent historical grounds or we may explore the beautiful Botanical gardens in Entebbe.