11 Day Uganda Safari safari

11 Days Uganda Safari  |Uganda safari and holidays|Mum And Dad Uganda Tours

Detailed itinerary for 11 Days Uganda Safari Trip

Day 1: Entebbe -Kampala 11 Day Uganda Safari Trip

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Transfer to Hotel

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional safari guide/driver. After a brief meet and greet, you will be transferred to your pre-booked hotel in either Entebbe or Kampala for relaxation after your journey.

Take this time to unwind, enjoy the hotel amenities, and prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead.

Destination: Entebbe / Kampala

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Lake Victoria Hotel / Admas Grand Hotel
• Mid-range: Cassia Lodge / Boma Hotel Entebbe
• Budget: Via Via Guesthouse / Airport Side Hotel

Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison falls National Park#11 Day Uganda Safari Trip

On this 11 Days Uganda Safari Trip, Our safari guide will pick you either at Airport or Hotel and begin your safari drive to Murchison falls through Luwero town.  You will make an en-route branch to Ziwa Rhino sanctuary a home to the black and white rhinos. Rhino trekking cost $50 dollars per person and can be payable at the entrance.

This sanctuary was established mainly to protect these rhinos from danger and poachers which was a big threat. After rhino trekking experience continue to Masindi at any hotel for your lunch then after continue to Murchison falls national park and hike to the top of the falls which will give you gorgeous views of these waterfalls.

You will gaze at the Nile River which is known as the longest river in the world, it’s forced through a small gap which is just 7m wide and it flows 43 meters down making it look very beautiful to the viewers.

Murchison falls National Park is one of the largest national parks in Uganda and it covers an area of about 3840 sq meters. some of the animals that inhabit the park include Leopards, lions, hyenas, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, crocodiles, hippos the list is endless. Primate species like the monkeys, bird species such as blue throated roller, the shoebill stork, Ituri Batis, Tit Hylia, Uganda woodland warbler, forest robin, yellow billed and the grey throated also live in this beautiful park.

The main tourist activities carried out in this park are game viewing and boat trips along the Nile River.

Destination: Murchison Falls National park

• Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge | Chobe Safari Lodge
• Mid-Range: Murchison River Lodge | Pakuba Safari Lodge
• Budget: Hornbill Safari Lodge | Heritage Safari Lodge
• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Drinking Water Throughout

Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – Game drives & Boat cruises

After an early breakfast at the lodge, set out for a 2 hours game drive in the park Murchison falls Uganda’s largest park  owning  a wide variety of wildlife such as leopards, hippos, lions, warthogs, buffaloes, elephants, antelopes, giraffes, waterbucks plus  different species of bird just to mention but a few.

After this two hours fantastic experience, drive back to the lodge for relaxation and lunch, then after have a 3 hours boat cruise on the Nile where you will see a number of animals along the banks such as elephants, hippos, crocodile, antelopes, you will also have a chance to see monkeys and birds if lucky will see the rare shoebills along the shores. Sail to the bottom of the falls where you will hike for about 1hour and 30 minutes after which you will return to your lodge for supper and Overnight stay.

Destination: Murchison Falls National park

• Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge | Chobe Safari Lodge
• Mid-Range: Murchison River Lodge | Pakuba Safari Lodge
• Budget: Hornbill Safari Lodge | Heritage Safari Lodge
• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Drinking Water Throughout

Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

On this 11 Days Uganda Safari Trip, Wake-up early for breakfast and then after begin on the transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park which takes about 5-6 hours drive from Murchison to Queen Elizabeth national park passing through Fortportal town and having lunch in fort, continue the drive with which will give you an insight to beautiful sceneries of the Rwenzori mountains. The park is known for inhabiting a huge number of over 600 species of birds and many animal species like elephants, lions, waterbucks, warthogs, buffaloes among others. Upon arrival check-in into your booked accommodation for relaxation diner and an overnight

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation Option:

• Budget: Pumba Safari Cottages | Bush Lodge
• Mid-Range: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge | Elephant Hub Lodge
• Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge| Katara Lodge
• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Drinking Water throughout

Day 6: Game drive & Boat cruise – Queen Elizabeth Park

After breakfast at the lodge go for an early morning game drive through the park for an opportunity to see the early risen species such as the hyenas, wildebeest and many other  different wildlife species like waterbucks, lions, elephants, , giraffes, antelopes, buffaloes, leopards, warthogs, plus a variety of  bird species. You will also view different crater lakes in the park. After this 3 hours game drive, head back to the lodge for lunch and relaxation as you prepare for the afternoon 2 hour boat cruise along the Kazinga channel. The kazinga channel connects two lakes George and Edward and it’s a beautiful place to see more species of wildlife along the shores, it’s a home to over 560 hippos; also birds and other animals like crocodiles, elephants, antelopes among others will be seen. Return to the lodge and have dinner and overnight.

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation Option:

• Budget: Pumba Safari Cottages | Bush Lodge
• Mid-Range: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge | Elephant Hub Lodge
• Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge| katara Lodge
• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Drinking Water throughout

Day 6: Tree climbing lions in Ishasha sector and then to Bwindi Forest#11 Day Uganda Safari Trip

On this day after breakfast, drive to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth national park and search for the tree-climbing lion one of the unique experience while at the park. Tree climbing lions are breathing to watch sited in the fig tree. After this wonderful experience, drive to Bwindi impermeable national park a home to the endangered mountain gorillas , the park is known for hosting the highest percentage of these remaining apes in the world over 400 of the remaining mountain gorillas live in Bwindi only. The journey will enable you pass through the scenic region also referred to as The Switzerland of Africa with lunch en-route.  Arrive at the park late afternoon for dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Accommodation Option:

• Luxury: Gorilla Safari Lodge | Buhoma Lodge
• Mid-range: Gorilla Mist Camp | Silverback Lodge Bwindi
• Budget: Bakiga Lodge | Buhoma Community bandas
  
• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Drinking Water Throughout

Day 7: Gorilla trekking day- Bwindi Impenetrable national park

On this day after a cup of tea or coffee, the guide will take you to the park headquarters for a short briefing about gorilla trekking activity and also gets you allocated to the gorilla group to trek. Bwindi national park host the highest number of these gentle giants in the world almost a half of the remaining mountain gorillas live in this park. Not only gorillas but also the park is a home to other species like butterflies, plants, primates, mammals, butterflies, frogs, among others.

Gorilla trekking experience last between 1-8 hours, meeting them depends on where they spent their last night from, and once they are met you are strictly allowed only one hour with them.

Just in case some of you are not interested in tracking gorillas, you can go for a short guided forest walk or Village walk to the Batwa community. Retire at the lodge. 11 Day Uganda Safari Trip

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Accommodation Option:

• Luxury: Gorilla Safari Lodge | Buhoma Lodge
• Mid-range: Gorilla Mist Camp | Silverback Lodge Bwindi
• Budget: Bakiga Lodge | Buhoma Community bandas
  
• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Drinking Water Throughout

Day 8: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Wake up leisurely for a hearty breakfast while still in the mood of reminiscing about the previous day’s gorilla experiences. After you will be driven to Lake Bunyonyi, the second deepest lake and a birders spot in Africa. 11 Day Uganda Safari Trip

During your transfer to Bunyonyi, you will be Enjoying the eye-catching landscapes such as the locally terraced interlocking hills where most locals carryout their farming, you will also enjoy the terraced hills which named by the British grate diplomat Churchill as the Switzerland of Africa. . Upon arrival you could go for canoeing on the lake and have lunch. After lunch take a community walk where you will enjoy traditional dances from the Bakiga people, also buy yourself handicrafts from there. The evening will be reserved for relaxation. Dinner and an overnight at;

Destination: Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation Option:

• Luxury: Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort, bird Nest
  
• Mid-range: Bunyonyi Overland Camp
  
• Budget: Crater Bay cottages
  
• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Drinking Water Throughout

Day 9: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast, you will continue your Uganda safari with a scenic drive to Lake Mburo National Park, the smallest savannah park in Uganda and the closest national park to Kampala. Despite its size, the park is rich in wildlife and offers a unique safari experience.

Lake Mburo National Park is home to large herds of zebras, impalas (the only park in Uganda where they are found), as well as buffaloes, warthogs, waterbucks, and oribis. It is also a paradise for bird lovers, hosting over 332 bird species.

The journey to the park takes approximately 4–5 hours, with a stop for lunch along the way. You will enjoy beautiful views of rolling hills, farmlands, and traditional homesteads, giving you a true feel of Uganda’s countryside.

Upon arrival, if time and energy allow, you will head out for a relaxing afternoon boat cruise on Lake Mburo, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds while capturing memorable photographs.

Destination: Lake Mburo National Park

Accommodation Options:

• Budget: Eagle’s Nest Lodge / Leopard Rest Camp
• Mid-range: Rwakobo Rock Lodge / Arcadia Lodge Lake Mburo
• Luxury: Mihingo Lodge / Mburo Safari Lodge

Meal Plan:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Drinking water provided throughout the journey

Day10: Morning game drive and Transfer to Kampala

After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive in Lake Mburo National Park. Traverse the park’s stunning savannah grasslands while observing zebras, impalas, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species in their natural habitat. Uganda safari This is the perfect opportunity to take photographs and immerse yourself in Uganda’s rich wildlife.

After your game drive, exit the park and make a memorable stop at the Equator line. Capture photos at this iconic landmark and browse nearby craft shops for unique souvenirs to take home.

From the Equator, continue your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe, arriving in the evening. Enjoy some relaxation time, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at your chosen hotel.

Destination: Entebbe / Kampala

Accommodation Options:

• Luxury: Eureka Hotel / Latitude Hotel
• Mid-range: Cassia Lodge / Acactus Hotel
• Budget: Tourist Hotel

Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 11: Kampala City Tour and Transfer to Entebbe

Wake up leisurely for breakfast and then after the guide will take you for a city tour and visit the interesting places around the city including the Uganda museum, Kasubi Tombs and also some craft shops to buy some crafts and souvenirs to take back home with you. After lunch, you will take a transfer to Entebbe Airport for your departure flight back home as you bid farewell to Africa.   11 Day Uganda Safari Trip

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Included in the 11 Days Uganda Safari trip |Uganda safari and holidays

• Airport transfers
• 4×4 transport with English speaking local guide/driver for all road transport
• Accommodation & all meals above
• All park entrances fees
• Drinking water in the vehicle
• Mentioned activities
• Rhino, Chimp permits and gorilla permits

Excluded in the 11 Days Uganda Safari trip |Uganda safari and holidays

• International visas
• Accommodation facilities while in Kampala
• All expenses of personal nature such as tips and drinks

Health

• Yellow fever and malaria prophylactics are required
• COVID19 certificate

Officials have a right to refuse entry if you are found to have or show any signs of communicable diseases

Visas

Most nationalities require a visa to enter Uganda which can be obtained on arrival at USD 50 per person, single entry. Passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months

Flights

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