21-Day Uganda Grand Adventure, Wildlife & Primate Safari

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide from Chigo Gorilla Adventures. After a short briefing about your safari, you will be transferred to your hotel where you can relax after your international flight. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional visit to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or relax by the shores of Lake Victoria. Accommodation: Entebbe Meal Plan: Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital. Along the journey, stop at: * Sezibwa Falls Cultural Heritage Site * Mabira Forest Reserve * Local roadside fruit markets Optional activities in Mabira Forest include: * Zip-lining * Guided forest walk * Bird watching Continue to Jinja where you’ll visit: * The Source of the River Nile * Mahatma Gandhi Monument * Craft markets along the Nile Enjoy a beautiful sunset overlooking the River Nile. Accommodation: Jinja Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, spend the day enjoying Uganda’s premier adventure destination. Optional activities include: * Boat cruise to the exact Source of the Nile * White-water rafting * Tubing on the Nile * Quad biking * Horse riding * Kayaking * Bungee jumping * Community tours Return to the lodge in the evening. Accommodation: Jinja Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Drive through eastern Uganda via Mbale before climbing into the cool highlands of Kapchorwa. After lunch, enjoy a guided hike to the spectacular Sipi Falls while learning about the local Sabiny culture. Visit nearby Arabica coffee farms and enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Elgon. Accommodation: Sipi Falls Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Spend the day exploring this beautiful region. Activities include: * Guided hike to all three waterfalls * Coffee processing experience * Cultural village visit * Bird watching * Optional abseiling over the waterfalls Relax in the evening while enjoying panoramic views. Accommodation: Sipi Falls Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Depart early for one of Africa’s most spectacular wilderness areas. The journey passes through the unique landscapes of Karamoja with opportunities to admire traditional homesteads and dramatic scenery. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon. Accommodation: Kidepo Valley National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Start with an early morning game drive through Narus Valley. Possible wildlife sightings include: * Lions * Leopards * Cheetahs * Elephants * Buffaloes * Zebras * Rothschild’s giraffes * Ostriches * Elands * Hyenas In the afternoon, visit a Karamojong Manyatta to experience traditional dances, customs, and daily life. Accommodation: Kidepo Valley National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy another morning game drive exploring different sectors of the park. Optional activities: * Guided nature walk * Bird watching * Photography * Relaxation at the lodge Kidepo is home to more than 475 bird species and some of Uganda’s rarest wildlife. Accommodation: Kidepo Valley National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, travel southwest towards Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest protected area. Enjoy scenic views of northern Uganda before arriving at the park. Accommodation: Murchison Falls National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin with an early morning game drive across the northern savannah. Look out for: * Elephants * Lions * Giraffes * Buffaloes * Jackson’s hartebeests * Uganda kobs * Oribis * Hyenas After lunch, enjoy the famous boat safari along the River Nile to the base of Murchison Falls where hippos, crocodiles and countless birds gather. Later, visit the Top of the Falls to witness the Nile squeeze through a narrow 7-metre gorge before plunging 43 metres. Accommodation: Murchison Falls National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Depart after breakfast and travel to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Enjoy an unforgettable guided rhino tracking experience on foot, the only place in Uganda where wild rhinos can be seen. Relax at the lodge. Accommodation: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Travel through Hoima and Fort Portal while enjoying scenic tea plantations, crater lakes and views of the Rwenzori Mountains. Check in and relax. Accommodation: Kibale Forest National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Optional stop at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided walk to spot monkeys and birds. Arrive at Queen Elizabeth National Park in the afternoon. Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Start with an early morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, leopards (if lucky), Uganda kobs and numerous bird species. After lunch, enjoy a relaxing two-hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, famous for one of Africa’s highest concentrations of hippos, Nile crocodiles and elephants along the shoreline. Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Following breakfast, report for a briefing before descending into the spectacular Kyambura Gorge, often called the “Valley of Apes.” Track the habituated chimpanzees while learning about the gorge’s unique ecosystem. Spend the afternoon at leisure or visit nearby crater lakes or local communities. Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Travel through the famous Ishasha Sector in search of the rare tree-climbing lions resting in giant fig trees. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, arriving in the evening. Accommodation: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is the highlight of your safari. Following an early breakfast, report to the Uganda Wildlife Authority headquarters for a briefing before beginning your unforgettable mountain gorilla trek. The trek may last between 2 and 8 hours depending on the gorillas’ location. Once located, enjoy one magical hour observing these incredible primates in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for relaxation. Accommodation: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, visit the indigenous Batwa community. Learn about their traditional forest lifestyle through storytelling, dance, hunting demonstrations and cultural performances. Spend the remainder of the afternoon relaxing at your lodge. Accommodation: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy an afternoon boat cruise or evening game drive searching for zebras, impalas, giraffes, buffaloes and elands. Accommodation: Lake Mburo National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy an early morning guided walking safari with an armed ranger. This unique activity allows you to get close to wildlife on foot while learning about animal tracks, plants and ecosystems. Spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge or enjoy an optional horseback safari. Accommodation: Lake Mburo National Park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe. Stop at the Uganda Equator for memorable photographs, souvenir shopping and an educational demonstration of the water experiment. Enjoy lunch en route before continuing to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight. Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch Safari Includes * Airport transfers * Private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof * Professional English-speaking driver-guide * Gorilla trekking permit * Kyambura chimpanzee trekking permit * Rhino tracking permit * All park entrance fees * Kazinga Channel boat cruise * Nile boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park * Lake Mburo boat cruise * Accommodation on a Full Board basis throughout the safari * Bottled drinking water during the safari * Government taxes and levies Safari Excludes * International and domestic flights * Uganda visa fees * Travel insurance * Optional adventure activities (rafting, bungee jumping, zip-lining, horseback riding, etc.) * Alcoholic and soft drinks * Laundry services * Personal expenses * Tips and gratuities * Any items not specifically mentioned under “Safari Includes”