YOUR TOUR at a GLANCE

DEDICATED GUIDES

Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide

LODGES & HOTELS

11 nights in 3 & 4-star hotels and lodges

30 INCLUDED MEALS

11 breakfasts (B), 9 lunches (L) 10 dinners

(D) including a welcome dinner and drink

ESSENTIALS

Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage

INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS l Walking safari to see southern white rhino l Boat ride to the spectacular Murchison Falls l Chimpanzee-tracking experience l Wildlife cruise along the Kazinga Channel l Four game drives in four different parks including Ishasha, to see the tree-climbing lions l Gorilla trek in the Impenetrable Forest l Stay in an eco farm lodge & participate in local farming traditions l Traditional African Toora lunch

Your itinerary

DAY 1 ENTEBBE

Make your own way to our first hotel where your Holiday Director will meet you for your welcome meeting. Take a little time to settle in and meet your fellow travelers over dinner before we start exploring the country tomorrow. (D)

BEST WESTERN PREMIER HOTEL, ENTEBBE (4 STAR)

DAY 2 ENTEBBE - MURCHISON FALLS

After breakfast, you’ll catch your first glimpse of Uganda’s wonderful wildlife with a drive through Kampala to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. We will set off on a walking safari to spot rare southern white rhino, which have recently been re-introduced to the country.

In the afternoon, we’ll travel on to Murchison Falls National Park, a region that’s awash with dense rainforest and rolling savannah and has the Nile River flowing majestically through it. And, of course, the dramatic, cascading Murchison Falls at its heart. (B,L,D)

PARAA SAFARI LODGE, MURCHISON FALLS

DAY 3 MURCHISON FALLS

See more of the region’s amazing animals on a morning game drive that takes you across savannah, through Borassus palm forest and down to Lake Albert, one of Africa’s Great Lakes. Along the way, we’ll spot all manner of spectacular species, from the Big Five to various native birds and reptiles. Later in the day, you’ll get to experience the National Park from the water as we take a boat ride up the Nile to Murchison Falls. View the impressive cascades from below, including watching huge Nile Crocodiles basking in the pools. (B,L,D)

PARAA SAFARI LODGE, MURCHISON FALLS

DAY 4 MURCHISON FALLS – FORT PORTAL –

KIBALE NATIONAL PARK

There will be plenty of driving today as we venture to Kibale National Park, another of Uganda’s magnificent wildlife regions that’s known as the ‘Primate Capital of the World’. On the way, we’ll pass through dozens of tea plantations (don’t worry, there will even be the chance to stop at one), as well as Fort Portal, an attractive town that’s unique in Uganda for having an English name. (B,L,D)

TURACO TREETOPS, KIBALE

DAY 5 CHIMPANZEE TRACKING

Lush rainforest covers a massive amount of Kibale National Park, making it the ideal habitat for 13 different species of primate. Today, you’ll get to see some of these playful animals first-hand during a chimpanzee-tracking experience led by a knowledgeable expert.

After this unforgettable experience we’ll be hosted for a Toora lunch at Tinka’s homestay – a humble

Ugandan who is delighted to share his culture and tradition with us. This afternoon we will have a guided walk of the Bigodi swamps before heading to the Fort Portal markets to have a taste of local living and see the fresh ingredients used by Tinka himself. (B,L,D)

TURACO TREETOPS, KIBALE

DAY 6 QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

Today we will enjoy a scenic game drive on our way through nearby Queen Elizabeth National Park. Uganda’s most popular game reserve, it stretches from the crater-dotted foothills of the northern Rwenzori Mountains, along the shores of shimmering Lake Edward, to the remote Ishasha River in the south. Embark on an adventure through the incredibly biodiverse Queen Elizabeth National Park, soaking up its volcanic craters, grassy plains, papyrus swamps, tropical forests and giant lakes. This afternoon we arrive at our lodge (B,L,D)

MWEYA SAFARI LODGE, QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

DAY 7 QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

This morning we have an early morning game drive. The reserve is teeming with over 100 species of mammals, including a plethora of primates. Look out for chimps, black-and-white colobus monkeys, olive baboons and red-tailed monkeys, among others. For the afternoon we enjoy a different perspective and board a boat on the Kazinga Channel for a chance to see one of the world’s largest populations of hippos. It’s quite a sight! (B,L,D)

MWEYA SAFARI LODGE, QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

DAY 8 GAME DRIVE IN ISHASHA – BWINDI NATIONAL PARK

Continue on to your fourth Ugandan National Park. The route takes you through Ishasha to spot tree-climbing lions. Yes, you read that right – lions that climb trees. They’re utterly unique to this part of the world. Later, we’ll arrive at Bwindi National Park, famed for its densely packed and aptly named Impenetrable Forest. The lush, forested park provides the perfect refuge for mountain gorillas as well as elephants, chimps, antelopes and more than 300 species of bird. (B,L,D)

TRACKERS SAFARI LODGE, BWINDI

DAY 9 GORILLA TREKKING - LAKE BUNYONYI

Rise early and prepare yourself for the highlight of your tour – gorilla trekking. This memorable excursion is one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on the planet, and the trek can take up to six hours, to spot the majestic giants. You’ll be led by an expert ranger who’ll educate you on the gorillas and the forest’s unique flora and fauna. Afterwards, we’ll drive to Lake Bunyonyi - said to be the second deepest lake in Africa. It’s also known as the ‘place of little birds’ due to its vast population of water birds. Take some time to soak up the sight of its magical misty islands and the surrounding verdant hills. (B,L,D)

BIRDNEST RESORT, LAKE BUNYONYI

DAY 10 LAKE BUNYONYI - EMBURARA ECO FARM

Enjoy a morning at leisure on Lake Bunyonyi. You can relax and make the most of your beautiful surroundings by taking to the lake on a canoe or dive in for a refreshing swim.

As our memorable tour draws to an end, enjoy a stay at the lovely Emburara Eco Farm Lodge. The peaceful property is committed to wildlife conservation, as well as caring for its herd of treasured long-horned Ankole cattle. You’ll arrive in time for an evening interactive farm experience and hear your hosts’ story, with a large campfire, local dance and music (B,L,D)

EMBURARA FARM LODGE, EMBURARA

DAY 11 ENTEBBE

Journey back towards Kampala, crossing the equator along the way as we transfer you to Entebbe where we will spend the night. (B)

BEST WESTERN PREMIER HOTEL, ENTEBBE (4 STAR)

DAY 12 ENTEBBE

Today it's time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers as your trip comes to an end. (B)

Please note: That under current FCO advice you will need a Yellow Fever Vaccination & Certificate in order to enter Uganda.

Due to the gorilla permits for this tour needing immediate payment, once your booking is confirmed, your deposit is non-refundable. We will also require copies of your passport approximately 8 weeks prior to departure.

This tour is not suitable for anyone with mobility issues or who has concerns with their mobility. The treks to the gorillas can be difficult and can last 6 hours.

HOTELS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND WILL BE CONFIRMED WITHIN YOUR FINAL DOCUMENTATION