Description
Wilderness and Water
10 days | 9 nights
Entebbe | Bwindi Impenetrable Forest | Kibale | Murchison Falls | Kidepo Valley
Your safari starts and ends in Entebbe
Wilderness and water explores the most serene and magical destinations that Uganda has to offer. A night in Entebbe provides a brief glimpse into the lifestyles and culture of the average citizen and a restful night after your international flights.
In the morning you are returned to the airport for a domestic flight to the Kidepo Valley in the far North East of the country. This is close to the Sudanese border and the scenery is absolutely incredible! Endless savanna rolling all the way to the horizon interspersed with Elephant, Buffalo and Giraffe. Apoka Safari Lodge is on a slight hill and views from every part of the lodge will captivate you.
Bakers Lodge in the West of Uganda is idyllic. Explore the Murchison Falls and the Nile River on boats and on foot. Climb to the top of the falls for the views and the incredible rush of water through this narrow fissure. Set on the banks of the river, Bakers Lodge is warming your holiday up with adrenaline.
Kyaninga Lodge has the backdrop of Kyaninga Lake and the legendary Mountains of the Moon in the distance. Enjoy scenic walks and Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is the home of giants. This is the perfect location for your Gorilla trek. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Mutanda before discovering Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge for the next two nights. Visit the local communities, a full day of trekking into the forests in search of Gorilla. After all this excitement, fly back to Entebbe and your return flights home.
Read our Country Information for advice on your journey to Uganda. If you would like to combine two countries then have a look at our Uganda and Rwanda tour discovering the Gorillas and Chimps of these beautiful countries.
Read more information about Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Queen Elizabeth National Park conservation efforts seek to connect the local communities with the wildlife they share their homes with, read more about the conservation efforts and consider getting involved or making a donation.
Considering a luxury safari to South Africa? The explore Singita Sweni, Boulders or Ebony Camps.
How to Get There
Fly In
You can fly directly into Entebbe with KLM, Kenya Airways, Qatar, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines or South African Airways.
On your arrival in Entebbe you will be met by your safari representative who will assist you with luggage and transfer you to your first nights accommodation.
For assistance with any details please Contact Us for travel advice.
Full Itinerary
Day 1 – Boma Guest House
Arrive at Entebbe Airport. Meet and greet by your Driver/Guide who will transfer you to your accommodation in Entebbe (+/-15 minutes).
Overnight at the Boma Guest House (BB).
Day 2 – Apoka Safari Lodge
Transfer by road to Bugungu Airstrip (+/- 30 minutes) for a scheduled flight to Kidepo Valley National Park (13h45/14h45). Evening game drive / walk.
Overnight at Apoka Safari Lodge (FB + non-premium-brand drinks and activities).
Day 3 – Apoka Safari Lodge
Game activities in Kidepo and visit to Lorukul Village.
Overnight at Apoka Safari Lodge (FB + non-premium-brand drinks and activities).
Day 4 – Bakers Lodge
Transfer by road for 2 hours to Kasese Airstrip for a scheduled flight to Entebbe Airport (10h20/11h25) and then connect onto a scheduled flight to Bugungu Airstrip (12h30/13h30). Pickup by a lodge representative on arrival who will transfer you to Bakers Lodge (+/- 30 minutes). Evening game drive.
Overnight at Bakers Lodge (FB)
Day 5 – Bakers Lodge
Morning game drive to Northern side of the park. Afternoon boat excursion in Murchison Falls National Park – Boat ride with a walk to the top of the falls.
Overnight at Bakers Lodge (FB)
Day 6 – Kyaninga Lodge
Transfer by road for 2 hours to Kisoro Airstrip for a scheduled flight to Kasese Airstrip (08h25/10h05) and then drive to Fort Portal (the drive will take -/+ 2 hours.) Your home for the next two nights is Kyaninga Lodge, set against a backdrop of Kyaninga Lake with the legendary Mountains of the Moon in the distance. Enjoy a 3-hour walk to the “Top of the World” in the afternoon.
Overnight at Kyaninga Lodge (FB)
Day 7 – Kyaninga Lodge
After breakfast, you will go for Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park. In the afternoon, you will enjoy the Bigodi Swamp walk.
Overnight at Kyaninga Lodge (FB)
Day 8 – Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
Early morning pickup at 06h00 from your hotel and transfer to Entebbe Airport (+/- 15 minutes) for a scheduled flight to Kisoro (07h45/08h55). Pick up from Kisoro Airstrip and transfer by road for 2 hours to Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge in the southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. In the afternoon, visit the Community in Nkuringo village.
Overnight at Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (FB + non-premium brand drinks).
Day 9 – Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
Full day Gorilla tracking in the Nkuringo area (depending on gorilla permit availability)
Overnight at Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (FB + non-premium brand drinks).
Day 10 – Departure
Transfer to the Kisoro Airstrip for a scheduled flight to Entebbe Airport (15h00/16h30). Stay at Entebbe Airport and connect to your outbound International flight.
