Uganda is sunny most of the year with temperatures usually remaining comfortable & rarely exceeding 30 degrees. Just like its African neighbours, Uganda follows a similar pattern with two wet seasons during the year. The main rainy season falls between late March and May with rain often lasting days, thus making travel difficult. The light rainy season is during November when it generally lasts only an hour or two each day leaving conditions revitalised and refreshed.
Tour Overview
Gorillas and wildlife
This superb itinerary combines mountain gorilla observation, which we think is one of the best wildlife-viewing experiences in the world, with time spent looking for Uganda's other greats - elephants, chimpanzees and hippos, to name a few. Another highlight is Murchison Falls, where the mighty Nile river explodes through a narrow gorge surrounded by beautiful scenery. This is Uganda's best!
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This bespoke journey features some of our favourite spots in Uganda. You can choose to take our destination experts’ recommendations and travel just as you see the itinerary here, or contact us to add your own special touches; spend a night in a luxury lodge or add some time at Ngamba Island, home to orphaned chimpanzees. We’re here to design your perfect holiday. Call us on 0844 875 1890.
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On arrival at Entebbe, you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel in the capital city Kampala.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Cassia Hotel
Cassia Hotel
The Cassia Hotel is located on Buziga Hill, one of the highest hills of Kampala, close to Lake Victoria. Rooms are furnished safari-style, with ensuite bathrooms and balconies with a lake view. There is a restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating and the hotel has a full-size swimming pool.
Day 3:
Murchison Falls National Park
Travel to the most beautiful protected area in Uganda, Murchison Falls National Park. Visit the falls, part of the famous Nile river.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Murchison River Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Murchison River Lodge
Murchison River Lodge offers good-sized safari tents and private cottages; the cottages each have their own private veranda. There’s an open restaurant and bar area, as well as boma area for telling safari tales around the fire. Views across the river from the lodge are wonderful.
Day 4:
Murchison Falls
After an early morning breakfast, head out on a game drive to see (hopefully!) elephants, giraffes, lions, hartebeests and lots of birds. After lunch, take a journey on the Nile for game-viewing at close quarters.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Murchison River Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Murchison River Lodge
Murchison River Lodge offers good-sized safari tents and private cottages; the cottages each have their own private veranda. There’s an open restaurant and bar area, as well as boma area for telling safari tales around the fire. Views across the river from the lodge are wonderful.
Day 5:
Kabwoya Game Reserve
Time to relax and enjoy a final game drive, before heading to Kabowya Game Reserve, beautifully located on Lake Albert.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Lake Albert Safari Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Albert Safari Lodge
This is a delightful lodge, designed and furnished with the natural environment in mind. The thatched cabanas and swimming pool face Lake Albert, and there are also stunning views of the Blue Congo Mountains from the lodge. All meals are prepared from locally-sourced fruit and vegetables, and the lodge prides itself on its friendly welcome!
Day 6:
Kibale Forest National Park
Today visit a fishing village, giving you a great opportunity to meet local communities and learn about their way-of-life. Continue to Kibale Forest National Park, home to the greatest variety and concentration of primates in East Africa, including over 1,000 chimpanzees.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Primate Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Primate Lodge
Primate Lodge is a small camp set in the heart of Kibale Forest National Park. All the tents and cottages are situated around the main lodge, and have en-suite facilities and a large veranda. There’s also an open-fronted lounge, restaurant and bar, perfect for enjoying the sounds of the forest.
Day 7:
Chimpanzee tracking
A great wildlife day is lined-up today! Enjoy a guided nature walk in tropical rainforest in search of wild chimpanzees, red-tailed monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys and many others. After lunch, continue to the Bigodi swamp, famous for many species of birds and primates.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Primate Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Primate Lodge
Primate Lodge is a small camp set in the heart of Kibale Forest National Park. All the tents and cottages are situated around the main lodge, and have en-suite facilities and a large veranda. There’s also an open-fronted lounge, restaurant and bar, perfect for enjoying the sounds of the forest.
Day 8:
Journey to Queen Elizabeth II National Park
Leave Kibali for the magnificent Queen Elizabeth National Park, driving through the Crater Lakes area, a beautiful area with small lakes and rolling hills.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge
This small camp (there are only six tents) is in a great location. It’s set-up to maximise your experience of the fantastic natural surroundings and wildlife, which can wander through the camp! Each room has river views and a double outside shower for starlit showers.
Day 9:
Game drives in QEII National Park
Spend an exhilarating day on safari in search of Uganda’s wildlife – lions, elephants, buffalo and antelope to name but a few. The scenic splendour of the park offers a perfect backdrop to your African wildlife adventure. First head out on a game drive before an afternoon river cruise on the Kazinga Channel, allowing an up-close encounter with hippos and aquatic birds.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge
This small camp (there are only six tents) is in a great location. It’s set-up to maximise your experience of the fantastic natural surroundings and wildlife, which can wander through the camp! Each room has river views and a double outside shower for starlit showers.
Day 10:
Journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for an unforgettable experience trekking Uganda’s rare mountain gorillas.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Engagi Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Engagi Lodge
Engagi Lodge has eight en-suite cottages, each with their own private veranda. The lodge is constructed from local materials, including banana leaves for thatching, eucalyptus trees and locally hewn rocks. With a 'rock' bar, lounge and dining area, the lodge offers fantastic views from its forest canopy location.
Day 11:
Gorilla trekking
Spend the day with expert guides tracking on foot and observing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat – the dense rainforest terrain of the Bwindi National Park. You’ll be rewarded with sights and memories to last a lifetime.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Engagi Lodge Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Engagi Lodge
Engagi Lodge has eight en-suite cottages, each with their own private veranda. The lodge is constructed from local materials, including banana leaves for thatching, eucalyptus trees and locally hewn rocks. With a 'rock' bar, lounge and dining area, the lodge offers fantastic views from its forest canopy location.
Day 12:
Journey to Lake Mburo
From Lake Bunyoni drive through the heart of one of the major agricultural areas of Uganda, with plantations providing scenic interest to your drive. Arrive at Lake Mburo National Park, where it's likely that you'll spot wildlife just after you've entered the park...! This afternoon, a boat ride on Lake Mburo, spotting hippos and birds.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Arcadia Cottages Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arcadia Cottages
These rustic cottages command impressive views over Lake Mburo National Park. Each guest room is set in its own private cottage with en-suite facilities. There is a bar and a restaurant onsite, where you may be able to spot hippos grazing on the water’s edge.
Day 13:
Game drive in Lake Mburo
Lake Mburo National Park is renowned for its rich birdlife and beautiful lakes. On your final day on safari, enjoy a nature walk searching for zebra, warthog, buffalo, impala and, if you’re lucky, see the largest of Africa’s antelope – the beautiful eland. This afternoon transfer back to Kampala, stopping en-route at the equator.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Cassia Hotel Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Cassia Hotel
The Cassia Hotel is located on Buziga Hill, one of the highest hills of Kampala, close to Lake Victoria. Rooms are furnished safari-style, with ensuite bathrooms and balconies with a lake view. There is a restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating and the hotel has a full-size swimming pool.
Day 14:
Journey to Entebbe
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading back to Entebbe in time for your return flight home.
