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Embark on an unforgettable 21-day journey through Uganda’s most iconic wilderness destinations, from mist-shrouded mountains and ancient rainforests to golden savannahs and shimmering crater lakes. This all-inclusive safari explores all 10 national parks, including Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, and the remote Kidepo Valley. Expect thrilling wildlife encounters and authentic cultural experiences.
Jinja, Mount Elgon, Sipi Falls, Kidepo Valley, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Kibale, Semuliki, Rwenzori, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, Mgahinga, Lake Mburo
21 days / 20 nights
Source of the Nile, Sipi Falls, Kidepo game drives, rhino tracking, Murchison Falls cruise, chimpanzee trekking, gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, Rwenzori hike, Kazinga Channel cruise, Lake Mburo horseback safari
Your unforgettable 21-day adventure through Uganda’s national parks
Begin with a scenic drive from Kampala to Jinja, stopping at Ssezibwa Falls and passing through Mabira Forest. Visit the Source of the Nile by boat, explore local craft markets, and check into your lodge along the Nile.
Accommodation: Jinja Riverside Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Journey northeast to Mount Elgon and Sipi Falls, enjoying views of terraced hillsides. Check into your lodge and take a guided walk to one of Sipi’s iconic waterfalls, passing through coffee farms and villages.
Accommodation: Sipi Falls Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hike to all three Sipi Falls, exploring villages and cliffs. Join the Sipi Arabica Coffee Experience, learning the coffee-making process and tasting a fresh brew. Enjoy sunset views over the Karamoja plains.
Accommodation: Sipi Falls Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel through Karamoja’s rugged landscapes to Kidepo Valley National Park, passing traditional homesteads. Arrive at your lodge by evening, enjoying views of the savannah and Morungole Mountains.
Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Embark on a sunrise game drive in Narus Valley, spotting lions and elephants. Visit Kanangorok Hot Springs and the Ik people in the Morungole Mountains for a cultural experience.
Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive southwest to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary through Karamoja’s plains. Arrive in the late afternoon, check into your lodge, and relax in the peaceful bush setting.
Accommodation: Ziwa Rhino Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Track white rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving by evening to check into your lodge near the Nile or savannah.
Accommodation: Murchison Falls Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a sunrise game drive in Buligi, spotting lions and giraffes. Take a Nile cruise to Murchison Falls, followed by a hike to the top of the falls for stunning views.
Accommodation: Murchison Falls Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel south to Kibale Forest National Park, passing tea plantations. Check into your lodge and explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, spotting colobus monkeys and great blue turacos.
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, observing their behaviors for an hour. After lunch, tour Fort Portal, visiting markets and the Tooro Royal Palace.
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to Semuliki National Park and visit the Sempaya Hot Springs, known for steaming geysers. Enjoy a guided forest walk, spotting hornbills and rare wildlife.
Accommodation: Semuliki Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hike to Lake Mahoma or join a cultural walk with the Bakonzo in Rwenzori Mountains National Park, spotting chameleons and Rwenzori turacos.
Accommodation: Rwenzori Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, stopping at the Equator and a crater lake viewpoint. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, spotting elephants and lions.
Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cruise the Kazinga Channel, spotting hippos and birds. Transfer to Ishasha Sector for a game drive, searching for tree-climbing lions.
Accommodation: Ishasha Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a morning game drive in Ishasha, then travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Check into your lodge in Buhoma and prepare for gorilla trekking.
Accommodation: Bwindi Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek to a habituated gorilla family in Bwindi, spending an hour observing their behavior. Optionally, visit the Batwa community for a cultural experience.
Accommodation: Bwindi Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and enjoy a canoe ride on Lake Mutanda or a Batwa cultural experience with storytelling and dance.
Accommodation: Mgahinga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Track golden monkeys or hike Mount Sabinyo to the tri-border summit of Uganda, Rwanda, and DRC. Relax at your lodge in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Mgahinga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive through cattle country to Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy a sunset game drive, spotting zebras, elands, and leopards.
Accommodation: Lake Mburo Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take a guided walking safari, a boat cruise on Lake Mburo, and a night game drive, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and nocturnal wildlife.
Accommodation: Lake Mburo Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a horseback safari in Lake Mburo, then drive back to Kampala or Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for photos and souvenirs.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
With pop-up roof for optimal game viewing
English-speaking throughout the safari
At comfortable lodges and hotels
Including gorilla and chimpanzee tracking permits
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bottled water
Nature walks, game drives, and boat cruises
To/from Uganda
Apply online in advance
For guides, porters, and lodge staff
Souvenirs and other personal items
Outside the meal plan
Highly recommended
Best travel seasons are dry months (June–August, December–February) for trekking and wildlife; wet months (March–May, September–November) offer lush scenery and fewer tourists.
Pack sturdy hiking boots, lightweight rain jacket, insect repellent, long sleeves for forest walks, reusable water bottle, and non-flash camera with extra batteries.
Carry your yellow fever vaccination certificate, required for entry.
Gorilla and chimp tracking require moderate physical fitness.
Carry some local currency for tips and small purchases.