Our 15 days pearl of Africa Uganda adventure tour is the perfect get away for any nature lover and eager adventurer. Our pack of adventures provides you with the opportunity to experience nature at its perfection in Uganda’s most exciting and thrilling sites like: Sipi falls well known for its triple cascades, the famous source of river Nile in jinja, the Kazinga channel; a fresh water channel that joins lakes George and Edward flooding with Nile crocodiles and hippos. Not forgetting the Nile river, also the longest in Africa where a memorable boat ride as you explore the water life there is awaits.
Experience life in the wild with our enchanting game drives through various national parks like; Murchison falls national park whose intriguing wildlife is bound to hold you captive. Expect to see a variety of wildlife like Lions, hippos, warthogs among others. We have the perfect Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking activities planned for you in Bwindi impenetrable and Kibaale forest national parks respectively. The parks are also a home to a variety of birdlife including the rare Shoe billed stork, Goliath heron and dwarf kingfisher. Our Uganda adventure tour pack is laced with community visit to Buhoma pygmy’s community that is both relaxing and educational.
Your 15 Days Pearl of Africa - Uganda Adventure Tour Highlights
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Morning game drive and boat cruise in Murchison Falls
- Chimpanzee trekking and Bigodi swamp walk
- Game Drive and Boat Cruise in the Queen Elizabeth N. Park
- Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Volcano hike in Mgahinga National Park
- A sensational birding experience in Mabira forest
- A visit to the Sipi falls in Mbale
Your 15 Days Pearl of Africa - Uganda Adventure Tour Itinerary
Your driver, who will also double as your tour guide will pick you at Entebbe international airport and drive you to the Murchison falls in North western Uganda. Visit the Rhino sanctuary on the way where you will spend a whole hour and 30 minutes trekking rhinos. You will watch how the rhinos live; their day – day lives, how they find their food and how they take care of the young.
The Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is a conservation area for the white southern rhinos and it is the only place in Uganda where you can find these animals. Drive further along visiting the top of the Murchison falls upon arrival in Murchison falls national park, later check in your safari lodge.
We hope you are feeling pumped for this big day of your 3 days Murchison Falls Tour as you get to fully experience the magic of Murchison Falls National Park. With the world’s largest population of Rothschild’s giraffes, expect a wildlife show quite like no other. Other animals to dot on include; Defassa water-buck, Patas monkeys and Chimpanzees.
Return to your lodge for a quick lunch because the adventure isn’t over yet as Uganda’s most powerful waterfalls await. A boat cruise has already been arranged for you from Paraa to the base of Murchison Falls with some of the most breathtaking vistas on earth. After this day’s adventure, a quiet night at your lodge is in order.
You 13 days Uganda Uganda safari holidays pack will continue with an early morning breakfast and a hike to sipi falls. Enjoy a breathtaking view of the falls as the Nile River falls over vast amounts of rocks before forming into a peaceful mind blowing flow of water.
You will be returned to your lodge for lunch before embarking on an afternoon drive to Kampala district. Arrive late in Kampala and check into your Hotel where you will have your dinner and a night’s rest.
After a warm hearty breakfast, the adventurers will be welcomed to a short briefing before embarking on the long – awaited chimpanzee trekking. Owing to the dense and marvelous forest of the park, a variety of mammals and bird species are guaranteed.
For the vegetation lover, a treat to a vast species of trees awaits! Lunch will be provided at te primates lodge before an evening walk at Bigodi. Bigodi swamp is well known for cool climate, beautiful canary and monkey population. Have a walk through nature and spend some time marveling at abunch of intriguing monkeys.
Beakfast will be provided early in the morning before a relaxing 2 hour and 30 minutes drive from Kibaale forest national park to Semuliki national park in Bundibugyo district. You will then be checked into the lodge where you will be provided with a satisfying meal before embarking on a drive through Semuliki national park. Expect to see a 19km squared coverage of East Africa’s only lowland tropical rain forest, variety of bird species and mammals.
Awake to a day-warming breakfast for a drive through Semuliki National Park. Continue driving to Queen Elizabeth national park. You will have a chance at a glimpse of the Rwenzori Mountains. A bit of rest and refreshments will await you a Kyambura game lodge before embarking on an evening boat launch on the Kazinga channel that joins lakes George and Edward. Expect to see hippos, crocodiles and a mind blowing variety of bird species. You will then retire for the night at kasenyi safari camp.
After an early morning breakfast, your Uganda Uganda adventure tour will proceed with a satisfying drive through the park which is a home for the rare tree climbing lions. Expect to see lots of wildlife including the African buffalo, Uganda kob, Nile crocodile, African bush elephant and a variety of bird species for a keen birder.
Your 16 days pearl of Africa Uganda Uganda adventure tour will further unfold with an early morning breakfast and salt mining experience at Lake Katwe tourism center. You will then proceed to L. Munyanyange where a never- ending flamingo delight awaits.
The adventure will proceed to Bwindi through the Ishasha plains which are the home t the tree climbing lions that can only be found in two African countries; Uganda and Tanzania.
Have your breakfast in the morning then go at the park head quarters for a short briefing. You will be grouped and the head deep into Bwindi forest to trek the mountain Gorillas. The activity can take you from 2 hours to half a day.
After you have found the gorillas then, you will have the opportunity to spend at least 2 hours with them. You will watch as they go about their day- day life; feeding their young, gathering food. After your day with the friendly giants, retire to Buhoma community camp for the night
After your hot cup of tea your Uganda Uganda adventure tour will continue with a drive to Lake Mburo national park, in Mbarara. Expect to see Lake Bunyonyi famous for its islands an d beautiful surrounding hills that present a perfect hiking site on the way. A drive through the game park will guarantee sight of a number of animals including zebras, common Eland, Impala, and Jackal among others.
A variety of over 300 bird species will definitely create a lasting impression on the adventurers. A tasty lunch will be provided before embarking on a boat launch on Lake Mburo where you will enjoy watching dozens and dozens of flamingos. You will retire to Mburo safari lodge for an overnight stay.
Wake up with breakfast, and then embark on a guided nature walk. Stretch your legs, fuel yup for the fun filled day ahead as you enjoy nature at its best. After, head out to Kampala. Since the journey is a bit long, you will arrive in the evening and check into Cassia Lodge overlooking a beautiful view of Lake Victoria and the city as the lodge is located on Buzinga hill, one of the highest hills of Kampala city. You will rest there for the night as you await your next day’s adventure.
After breakfast, drive through the city to Sezzibwa falls in Mukono which has for ages been preserved as a traditional cultural site. The adventure will continue through Mabira forest in Buikwe district where adventurers will be rewarded with a refreshing 2hour trip with lots of birds to see then wind into lunch at Gately on River Nile.
After lunch, you will enjoy a sensual evening tour of Jinja city then proceed to Bujjagali falls which is home to a big power plant of River Nile in Uganda. You will then spend a beautiful night at the source of River Nile.
Have breakfast in the morning and fuel up for your second day of the safari holiday’s pack. You will have the opportunity to visit the Itanda falls in Jinja where the White Nile rafting starts. The spectacular view of the falls is guaranteed to blow your mind.
Have your lunch then drive further east to Mbale district. Enjoy a breathtaking view of country life while on your journey; traditional homesteads, large farms and endless domestic animals. Since the journey is a bit long, you will arrive late and check into Lacam lodge for a peaceful night’s rest and tasty dinner.
Breakfast will be provided at the lodge and thereafter visit the breathtaking Sipi falls where the Nile river falls over vast amounts of rocks before forming into a peaceful mind blowing flow of water. There will also be a chance of meeting the local community of Mbale and if the weather is clear, a possibility of sighting the Karamoja plains. After lunch, you will be treated to a hike to the Sipi river lodge for an enchanting night.
After a beautiful breakfast you will be driven back to Kampala Rain forest lodge in Mabira forest where you will have your lunch before driving into the craft markets in Kampala so that you can pick up souvenirs and other items of your choice.
This will mark the end of your 15 Days pearl of Africa Uganda adventure tour as you will be driven to Entebbe international airport for your flight back home.
Cost
The Trip Cost Includes
- Park Entrance Fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- English Tour Guide
- 14 Nights Full Board Accommodation
- All transportation in destination location
The Trip Cost Excludes
- Guide / Driver Tips
- Any Private Expenses
- Room Service Fees
- Extra Accomodation Before / After
- Visa / Personal Insurance Fees
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during off season.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
