10 Day Western Uganda Budget Wildlife Safari
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About This Experience in Kampala
Why Visit Kampala?
Kampala, Uganda offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Kampala provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Kampala
You can reach Kampala, Uganda by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Gorilla & chimp permits and park entry fees
What's Not Included
- Flights, visas, travel insurance, costs of personal nature
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 60 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Kampala-Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
In the morning we will transfer from Kampala to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary 2 hours
In the morning we will transfer from Kampala to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Rhino’s got extinct in Uganda in the early 1980s and Ziwa site is being used as breeding site for the black and white Rhino. After we will proceed to Murchison Falls National Park. Dinner and overnight at Twiga Safari Lodge or similar lodge.
After the stopover at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, we... 4 hours
After the stopover at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, we will proceed to Murchison Falls National Park
Game Drive and Boat Trip at Murchison Falls National Park
In the morning you will go for a... 5 hours
In the morning you will go for a game drive in the park to spot elephants, lions, giraffe and other wildlife. In the afternoon, you will take a relaxing boat trip on the River Nile and here you will have a chance to see crocodiles, hippos and a range of rare birds. You will also see for yourself the point where River Nile joins Lake Albert, which is one of the “major highlights” of this trip. Dinner and overnight at Twiga Safari Lodge or similar lodge.
Top of Murchison Falls and Transfer to Kibale National Park
After early morning breakfast, we will transfer to... 6 hours
After early morning breakfast, we will transfer to Kibale National Park via Fort Portal town. Before driving to Kibale National Park, there will be a short stopover at the Top of the Falls Viewpoint at Murchison Falls National Park
A visit to the Bigodi Community Tourism Centre... 2 hours
A visit to the Bigodi Community Tourism Centre can be scheduled on arrival at Kibale National Park (optional)
Chimpanzee Trek at Kibale and Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Here you will go into the jungle to... 4 hours
Here you will go into the jungle to encounter with chimpanzees and different species of monkeys like the Red Tailed Monkey, Olive baboon and Black and White Columbus Monkey.
After the chimp trek at Kibale National Park,... 3 hours
After the chimp trek at Kibale National Park, we will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park for dinner and overnight.
Kasenyi plains game drive and Kazinga channel boat trip
You will start the day with an early morning breakfast at the lodge 4 hours
You will start the day with an early morning breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, we proceed to the famed Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park to spot various wild animals. Kasenyi plains dwell in the vast savannahs of the Albertine rift in Queen Elizabeth National Park. It will be a morning full of adventure! Expect to encounter lions, herds of buffalos, elephants, Uganda kobs, topi, and bushbucks. While spotting the "Big Five" in the park is not guaranteed, on a lucky day, you may site leopards to make it to the "Big Four."
After lunch, join the Kazinga channel boat cruise... 2 hours
After lunch, join the Kazinga channel boat cruise for an afternoon of wild game viewing. You will spot crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and bird species on the channel waters.
Optional Chimp Trek at Kalinzu Forest Reserve and Transfer to Bwindi National Park
We will start the journey in the morning... 5 hours
We will start the journey in the morning from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi National Park. We will arrive at Bwindi National Park in the late afternoon. If interested, there is an option to do a second chimp trek at the Kalinzu Forest Reserve (at an extra fee).
Gorilla Trekking Adventure at Bwindi National Park
You will embark on a full day adventure... 5 hours
You will embark on a full day adventure to trek the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Forest National Park. The trek will commence with a short briefing on gorillas trekking rules. You will then start the trek into the impenetrable forest to encounter the gentle giants of Bwindi National Park.
Golden Monkey Trek in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
This trip will take you to trek the... 5 hours
This trip will take you to trek the golden monkeys, an endemic species of Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in southwestern Uganda. You will enter the forest and walk through the bamboo vegetation and various indigenous plants like giant lobelia. Your national park guide will tell you about the national park's history and the fauna and flora that the park holds during the trip. The golden monkey trek should take about 5 hours.
After the golden monkey trekking at Mgahinga Gorilla... 3 hours
After the golden monkey trekking at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, drive to Lake Bunyinyo for dinner and overnight.
Transfer from Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park
This is the day you will transfer from Lake... 4 hours
This is the day you will transfer from Lake Bunyinyi to Lake Mburo National Park. After arriving at Lake Mburo National Park from Lake Bunyonyi, you can join an afternoon boat trip on Lake Mburo to sight wildlife. Alternatively, do an evening game drive.
Transfer from Lake Mburo National Park to Entebbe via the Equator Crossing
Start the day with an early breakfast followed... 5 hours
Start the day with an early breakfast followed by a game drive at Lake Mburo National Park to spot additional wildlife. Then, start a drive to Entebbe International Airport. If interested, a stopover is scheduled at the Equator crossing to grab coffee and shop for handicrafts. After the stopover, continue with the drive to Entebbe. The estimated drive time to Entebbe is 5hrs. The estimated arrival time should be sufficient to check in for the flight if you have a flight departing Entebbe in the evening.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure…
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