14 Days All-In-One Uganda Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Welcome to Uganda!

Upon landing at Entebbe International Airport on your 14 days Uganda highlights tour you’ll be warmly greeted by your safari guide and transferred to your serene hotel nestled along the shores of Lake Victoria. Settle in, relax after your journey, and soak in Uganda’s tropical ambiance. If time allows, you may enjoy an optional sunset boat ride on Lake Victoria or visit the lush Entebbe Botanical Gardens, a peaceful place rich with birds and monkeys.

In the evening, your guide will brief you about the exciting adventures ahead as you enjoy a welcome dinner at your lodge.

Day 2: Rhino Tracking at Ziwa & Transfer to Murchison Falls

After breakfast, begin your overland journey north with a scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to the country’s only wild rhinos. Accompanied by a ranger, you’ll track these magnificent creatures on foot — a rare and thrilling experience.

After lunch, continue to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest protected area. Enter the park and enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge. Settle in as you listen to the distant roar of the Nile crashing through Murchison Falls.

Day 3: Game Drive & Nile River Boat Safari

Rise early for a sunrise game drive across the open savannah. Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and even elusive leopards. The northern section of Murchison offers some of Uganda’s best big game viewing.

In the afternoon, take a boat safari upstream along the Nile. Cruise past pods of hippos, basking crocodiles, and abundant birdlife including the iconic African fish eagle. The cruise culminates at the base of the thunderous Murchison Falls — a spectacular sight where the Nile forces through a narrow gorge. Optional hike to the top of the falls for panoramic views.

Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking in Budongo & Transfer to Kibale

This morning, delve into Budongo Forest Reserve for chimpanzee trekking. Walk through towering mahogany trees as you listen for the hoots and drumming sounds of chimpanzees. Upon locating a troop, enjoy an hour observing their fascinating social behaviors.

After lunch, begin your journey southwest towards Kibale National Park — Uganda’s primate capital. The drive offers scenic views of tea plantations and the beautiful Albertine Rift Valley. Arrive at your lodge nestled in the forest and relax with the sounds of nature around you.

Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale & Bigodi Wetland Walk

Set out for your second chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest, home to over 1,500 chimps. As you trek, keep an eye out for red colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and forest birds. Spend a magical hour with the chimps as they feed, groom, and swing through the trees.

In the afternoon, visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run project. Take a guided nature walk to spot colorful birds like the great blue turaco, primates, and unique swamp plants. End your day with cultural encounters at Bigodi village, learning about local traditions.

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Crater Lakes Visit

After breakfast, drive south through scenic landscapes dotted with crater lakes and rolling hills. Stop to visit some of the Kasenda Crater Lakes, offering stunning photo opportunities.

Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most diverse park. Check into your lodge overlooking the vast savannah or with views of the Rwenzori Mountains. Spend your evening relaxing by the pool or enjoying sunset views over the plains.

Day 7: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Begin your day with a game drive through Kasenyi Plains, known for large lion prides that hunt Uganda kob. Spot elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, and antelopes along the way. The rich ecosystem supports over 600 bird species — birders, take note!

In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lakes Edward and George. This relaxing cruise offers close-up views of hippos, crocodiles, elephants bathing at the shores, and vibrant birdlife including kingfishers and pelicans.

Day 8: Ishasha Sector & Transfer to Bwindi

Check out and head south to the remote Ishasha Sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive searching for these lions lounging in fig trees — a unique sight found in only a few places in Africa. You may also see topi, buffaloes, and elephants here.

After your game drive, continue the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Your lodge, nestled on the forest edge, offers beautiful views of the misty jungle and prepares you for tomorrow’s gorilla trekking.

Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Today is the highlight of your safari — gorilla trekking! After an early breakfast, join your ranger guide for a briefing before entering the dense forest. Hike through steep terrain and thick vegetation, listening for rustling leaves that signal the gorillas’ presence.

Upon locating your assigned gorilla family, spend a magical hour watching them interact — silverbacks asserting their dominance, mothers caring for infants, and juveniles playing. This intimate wildlife encounter is profoundly moving and unforgettable. Return to your lodge to relax and reflect on this special day.

Day 10: Optional Second Gorilla Trek or Waterfall Nature Walk & Batwa Visit

Today, you have options:

• Optional second gorilla trek for another chance to visit a different gorilla family and experience varied jungle terrain.

• Or take a guided waterfall hike through Bwindi’s rainforest, spotting colorful birds, butterflies, and perhaps primates. Reach a hidden waterfall where the cool mist and jungle silence offer a peaceful retreat.

In the afternoon, visit a nearby Batwa community. The Batwa, once forest hunter-gatherers, share their traditions through music, dance, and storytelling. This cultural visit supports their livelihoods and offers deeper insights into Uganda’s heritage.

Day 11: Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga National Park

After breakfast, drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, part of the Virunga Volcanoes. Today you’ll trek to see the endangered golden monkeys, known for their bright orange-gold fur and playful nature. The bamboo forests of Mgahinga are their preferred home.

As you hike, enjoy spectacular views of the volcano peaks and spot other forest creatures. Spend an hour with the golden monkeys, observing them leaping through the trees and feeding on bamboo shoots. Return to your lodge and enjoy a restful afternoon amid the scenic highlands.

Day 12: Relax at Lake Bunyonyi – The “Switzerland of Africa”

Transfer to nearby Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest and most scenic lake, dotted with 29 green islands. Known as the “Switzerland of Africa” for its cool climate and hilly backdrop, Bunyonyi offers a relaxing interlude.

Spend your day at leisure — take a peaceful canoe ride to visit local islands, swim in the bilharzia-free waters, or simply relax at your lakeside lodge enjoying the panoramic views. Optional activities include nature walks or visiting local communities.

Day 13: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park & Evening Game Drive

After breakfast, drive northeast to Lake Mburo National Park a compact gem offering rich biodiversity. Check in to your safari lodge set within the park, then embark on an evening game drive.

Lake Mburo is the best place in Uganda to see impalas, and it also hosts zebras, elands, giraffes, buffaloes, and leopards. The open savannah, dotted with acacia trees and lakes, makes for excellent wildlife viewing and photography.

Day 14: End Of Your 14 days Uganda highlights tour

Start your final morning with a guided walking safari — a unique experience that brings you closer to wildlife on foot. Learn about animal tracks, plants, and the ecosystem from your ranger guide as you spot zebras, antelopes, and warthogs at close range.

After brunch, begin your drive back to Entebbe, crossing the equator where you can stop for photos and souvenirs. Arrive in Entebbe in the evening, where you’ll be transferred to the airport for your international flight — bringing your grand Ugandan adventure to a close.