Summary
For the traveller that treasures natural wonders above all other adventure, this 9-day safari is the ideal trip. It starts in the foothills of Mount Rwenzori, the famed “mountains of the moon” that are home to lush bamboo forests and unrivalled landscapes and it ends in the unique topography of Lake Mburo. With a well-paced exploration of each destination, this safari offers nature lovers an immersive and fulfilling experience.
Activities
- Animal Tracking
- Bird Photography
- Evening Drives
- Game Walk
- General Photography
- Landscape photography
- Scenic Drive
- Wilderness Trail
- Wildlife Photography
- Game drive
- Bird Watching
- Culture
- Photo-safari
Places
- Lake Victoria, Uganda
- Entebbe, Uganda
- Fort Portal, Uganda
- Crater Lakes, Uganda
- Kibale National Park, Uganda
- Masindi, Uganda
- Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
- Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda
- Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
- Kampala, Uganda
Physical Condition
- Sportive
Connectivity
- No WiFi but good phone coverage
Day-by-day Description
Day 1Travel to Rwenzori
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Evening Drives Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariA driver awaits us in the morning to start our journey to the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains. We stop for lunch on our way to the foothills of the mountain range where we check into our lodge for the night. Accommodation: Wild Tracks Overland Camp Meal Plan: Half-Board. Main Destination: Rwenzori Mountains Accommodation: Wild Tracks Overland Camp Budget tented camp located in or near the park Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2Trek through the Bamboo Forest
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Camping General Photography Hiking Wildlife Photography Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariOur hike begins at Kilembe where we traverse the valley floor, encountering birds and primates in the overgrowth as we forge ahead. The path takes us through a timeless bamboo forest where the woods bloom with flowers, moss, and hanging vines in the tranquil habitat of the L’Hoest Monkeys. We arrive at Enoch Falls, an awe-inspiring vantage point that signals we are close to Sine Camp. At Sine Camp, we rest around the campfire with a view overlooking Enoch’s Falls and the mountain panorama’s beyond. Accommodation: Sine Camp Meal Plan: Full-Board. Main Destination: Rwenzori Mountains Accommodation: Budget camping In or near the park Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3Valley of Splendor
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Camping Hiking Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariThe path out of Sine Camp is a steep climb through a bamboo forest interspersed with fruit and berry trees. This idyllic forest is home to a variety of birds including the rare Rwenzori Turaco bird. Along the path, the bamboo is replaced by towering heather trees that bring us to Kalalama Camp which offers an impressive view of Lake George. We trek on into a flat valley of lobelia plants that leads to Samalira Camp, our lodging for a night in the valley. Accommodation: Samalira Camp Meal Plan: Full-Board. Main Destination: Rwenzori Mountains Accommodation: Budget camping In or near the park Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 4Descend along Nyamwamba River
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Camping Game Walk Hiking Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariToday, we descend back down to the foothills, passing through Omusita rest area and onward to the park entrance. After our descent, we retreat to Wild Tracks Overland Camp for the night. Accommodation: Wild Tracks Overland Camp Meal Plan: Full-Board. Main Destination: Rwenzori Mountains Accommodation: Wild Tracks Overland Camp Budget tented camp located in or near the park Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 5Transfer to Queen Elizabeth – Afternoon boat cruise & evening game drive
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Boat Cruise Evening Drives Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Morning Drives Township tour Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariAfter breakfast, we journey on to Queen Elizabeth National Park and check-in upon arrival. After resting and recharging with lunch, we set out to Mweya and launch a boat cruise along Kazinga Channel. A cruise down this stretch of water between Lake Albert and Lake George is the best way to spot hippos, buffaloes, crocodiles and multitudes of birds flocking to the waterside. After the cruise, we set a course through the enchanting crater lakes on the way to Kasenyi for an evening game drive. From the drive, we return to the lodge for dinner. Accommodation: Bush Lodge Meal Plan: Full-Board. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 6Early morning game drive-transfer to Lake Bunyonyi with a brief tour of Kitagata hot springs
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Boat Cruise Evening Drives Game Walk Hiking Landscape photography Morning Drives Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariThe day starts with an early morning game drive to spot wildlife grazing before the sun peaks. After the drive, we return to the lodge to check-out and start the next leg of our journey. Our destination is Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale, but our route offers astounding landscapes including the Kitagata hot springs and an incredible vista of Lake Bunyonyi. Once we arrive at our destination, we check in for the night. Accommodation: Bunyonyi Overland Resort Meal Plan: Full-Board. Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi Accommodation: Bunyonyi Overland Resort Budget resort located in or near Lake Bunyonyi Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 7Range of activities to choose from; Birding, nature walk, and alot more activities of your choice
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Boat Cruise Game Walk Hiking Landscape photography Party Township tour Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Bird Watching CultureA full day of adventure awaits at Lake Bunyonyi. The day is open to a selection of fun-filled activities at the lake, including nature walks, canoeing, cycling, cultural encounters, and birding. Accommodation: Bunyonyi Overland Resort Meal Plan: Full-Board. Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi Accommodation: Bunyonyi Overland Resort Budget resort located in or near Lake Bunyonyi Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 8Transfer to Lake Mburo national park- evening nature walk
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Canoeing General Photography Hiking Landscape photography Scenic Drive Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariFrom Lake Bunyonyi, we set a course back east to Lake Mburo, stopping for lunch in Mbarara. After check-in, we head out for a guided nature walk in the evening. Though Lake Mburo is one of Uganda’s smallest parks, it hosts a high concentration of river formations and swamplands that make it a popular habitat for many animals, especially Zebras. A nature walk sets a steady pace for spotting the abundant wildlife of Lake Mburo. Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Meal Plan: Half-Board. Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park Rwakobo Rock Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP Meals & Drinks: Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Day 9Return to Kampala
We depart after breakfast but we do not deprive ourselves of another chance to spot zebras, antelopes, and other wildlife on the drive out of the park. We stop at the equator for a photo opportunity and to select some craft souvenirs from the market. From there we set a course for Kampala or onward to Entebbe. Meal Plan: Half-Board. Main Destination: Entebbe Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks Included Porterage Park fees (For non-residents) All activities (Unless labeled as optional) All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade) Camping equipment (Sleeping bag excluded) A professional driver/guide All transportation (Unless labeled as optional) All Taxes/VAT Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section) Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section) Sleeping bag Bath towels Excluded Rescue fee Climbing gear International flights (From/to home) Roundtrip airport transfer Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day) Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.) Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
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