On arrival in Entebbe, you'll be warmly welcomed at the airport and transferred to your hotel in either Entebbe or Kampala for check-in. On the way, you'll get a first impression of everyday life in Uganda.

Once settled in, we're happy to show you around Kampala to give you a feel for the country, its people, culture, and the city’s wide variety of cuisines.

Accommodation Options Kampala:

• Luxury: Latitude 0° / Four Points by Sheraton / Serena Kampala
• Midrange: Le Petite Village / Protea Kampala / ⁠⁠Fairway Hotel

Accommodation Options Entebbe:

• Luxury: Boma Entebbe / No.5 Boutique Hotel / Entebbe Forest Lodge
• Midrange:  Karibu guest house / Protea Entebbe

After breakfast, drive east towards Sipi Falls, with en-route stops in Jinja to see the Source of the Nile. For adventure seekers, you may opt for bungee jumping or white-water rafting on the Nile — a thrilling way to start your journey.

Continue through Mbale for lunch or coffee, then drive on through lush landscapes of rolling hills and coffee plantations before arriving in Sipi in the late afternoon. Relax with stunning views of the three waterfalls.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Sipi Heritage Lodge
• Midrange: Rafiki Lodge

Today you’ll explore the iconic Sipi Falls, located on the slopes of Mount Elgon (4,321 m), an inactive volcano and one of Africa’s oldest volcanic mountains. Mount Elgon is believed to have first erupted more than 24 million years ago, and its vast caldera is among the largest in the world.

On a guided hike, you’ll walk through local communities, farms, and scenic trails leading to all three waterfalls, each offering breathtaking views. In the afternoon, enjoy a coffee tour, learning about Uganda’s famous Arabica coffee from bean to cup.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Sipi Heritage Lodge
• Midrange: Rafiki Lodge

After an early breakfast, set off on a scenic drive north to Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Africa’s most remote and untouched wilderness areas. Along the way, enjoy views of the Karamoja plains and mountains before arriving in time to relax at your lodge.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Apoka Safari Lodge
• Midrange: Kidepo Savannah Lodge

Spend the day on game drives through Kidepo’s sweeping savannahs. Look out for elephants, lions, zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, and large herds of buffalo. The Narus Valley is particularly rewarding for wildlife sightings.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Apoka Safari Lodge
• Midrange: Kidepo Savannah Lodge

Another full day exploring Kidepo Valley National Park. Today, there are two choices.

Join morning game drives to increase the chances of spotting predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas, as well as elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes grazing across the open savannah, with the afternoon dedicated to a visit to a nearby Karimojong community to experience their unique culture, cattle traditions, and colorful dances.

Alternatively, set out on a hike up Mount Morungole (2,740 m) to meet the Ik people, take in sweeping views over the Rift Valley and the lands of the Turkana warriors, and continue to the Kanangorok Hot Springs near the South Sudan border — a scenic natural wonder with deep cultural significance.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Apoka Safari Lodge
• Midrange: Kidepo Savannah Lodge

After breakfast, drive southwest towards Murchison Falls National Park. The journey takes you through vast savannah landscapes and local villages.

Arrive in the park in the evening and settle into your lodge near the Nile.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge / Nile Safari Lodge
• Midrange: Murchison River Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge / Twiga Safari Lodge
• Budget: Fort Murchison Lodge / Heritage Safari Lodge

After an early breakfast, transfer from Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park via the scenic Lake Albert Escarpment.

Stop for lunch in Hoima and continue to Fort Portal town. Enjoy views of the Rwenzori Mountains and tea plantations.

Reach your lodge in the early evening for check-in, dinner, and overnight stay.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge / Primate Lodge / Ndali Lodge
• Midrange: Turaco Treetops / Isunga Lodge
• Budget: Kibale Forest Lodge

After breakfast, head south to the Ishasha Sector for a chance to see tree-climbing lions. Along the way, you might also encounter elephants, buffaloes, and leopards.

Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, stopping for lunch en route.

Upon arrival, take a guided nature walk through the forest before settling in for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Mahogany Springs / Bwindi Lodge / Gorilla Forest Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge / Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge
• Midrange: Gorilla Leisure Lodge / Four Gorillas Lodge / Engagi Lodge / Bakiga Lodge / Rushaga Gorilla Camp / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Lake Mutanda Resort / Chameleon Hill Lodge
• Budget: Buhoma Community Camp

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a gorilla tracking briefing. In groups of eight, you'll be assigned a gorilla family and begin the trek, which may take 2 to 6 hours.

Once you encounter the gorillas, you’ll spend one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat.

Afterward, return to headquarters for your tracking certificate, then visit the Batwa community for a cultural experience.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Mahogany Springs / Bwindi Lodge / Gorilla Forest Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge / Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge
• Midrange: Gorilla Leisure Lodge / Four Gorillas Lodge / Engagi Lodge / Bakiga Lodge / Rushaga Gorilla Camp / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Lake Mutanda Resort / Chameleon Hill Lodge
• Budget: Buhoma Community Camp

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive through the rolling hills of southwestern Uganda, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Africa.” Arrive at Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest lake, dotted with 29 small islands. In the afternoon, relax at your lodge or take an optional canoe ride on the calm waters.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: BirdNest Resort
• Midrange: Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi

Spend the day at leisure. Activities include canoeing between islands, hiking in the surrounding hills, bird watching, or visiting local communities. Lake Bunyonyi is also perfect for swimming since it is free of bilharzia and crocodiles.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: BirdNest Resort
• Midrange: Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi

After breakfast, check out and drive to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park (371 km²).

Stop in Mbarara for lunch, then proceed to the park for a guided nature walk. Later, check in at your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Mihingo Lodge / Kigambira Safari Lodge / Kigambira Safari Lodge
• Midrange: Rwakobo Rock
• Budget: Hyena Hill Lodge

Begin the day with a morning game drive through the park, searching for impalas, zebras, antelopes, and a wide range of birdlife.

After lunch at the lodge, set out on a unique afternoon adventure — either a horseback safari that allows you to approach wildlife quietly and closely, or a cycling safari along scenic trails. Both experiences provide a refreshing and eco-friendly way to explore Lake Mburo’s landscapes and wildlife.

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Mihingo Lodge / Kigambira Safari Lodge
• Midrange: Rwakobo Rock
• Budget: Hyena Hill Lodge

After an early breakfast, you’ll head out for a final game drive as you leave the park — a fitting conclusion to an exciting safari filled with wildlife encounters, cultural insights, and unforgettable personal memories.

Along the way, you’ll stop at the Equator for photos and a fun water experiment that demonstrates the Coriolis effect — showing how water drains in opposite directions in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres due to Earth's rotation.

From there, we will either take you to the airport for your departure or to your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe for check-in and a relaxed end to your journey. We’ll gladly arrange your airport transfer on your departure day.