14 Days Uganda Safari | Safari in Uganda Tour – Gorillas, Chimpanzees, Wildlife, Scenery, Community, Source of The Nile

14 Days Uganda Safari Tour – Overview

Your 14 days Uganda safari holiday is a spectacular 2 weeks safari in Uganda tour featuring, Gorilla & Chimpanzee tracking, wildlife viewing, community visits, and Jinja- Source of the Nile tour.

It starts and ends in Entebbe or Kampala.

This 14 days Uganda tour vacation begins with an impressive drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino tracking on foot. You will proceed to Murchison Falls park which is Uganda’s largest park and home to the world’s strongest waterfalls (Murchison Falls).

When here, you will enjoy exciting game drives and stunning boat cruises from which you will see most of the 144 mammals and 556 bird species of this park.

After exploring Murchison park, head for Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda Kibale National Park. This park boasts 13 primate species including over 1,500 chimpanzees.

You can enjoy unforgettable community walks in the Bigodi village and learn more about Uganda’s rural life.

On this Uganda tour, commence to Uganda’s prime big game destination Queen Elizabeth National Park which is a habitat to the stunning tree climbing Lions. You will also enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.

This will offer you amazing sightings of 100s of Hippos submerged in water. Also, there are Crocodiles, Elephants, and Buffaloes that come along the Channel shores and various water birds.

From here, transfer for Gorilla trekking in Uganda Bwindi National Park. It is a UNESCO world heritage site boasting almost half of the surviving Mountain Gorillas on earth (1,063).

After the enticing adventure, drive to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation before transferring to Lake Mburo National Park.

This 14 days Uganda safari tour ends in Jinja at the source of the Nile.

You can enjoy the last days of your 14 days Uganda tour relaxing on an implausible resort in the middle of Africa’s longest river (River Nile)

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14 Days Uganda Safari – Safari Activities Prime

• Mountain Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Park
• Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park
• Rhino tracking on foot in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
• Searching for the rare tree-climbing lions
• Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
• Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Sensational bird watching- around 1,080 species recorded!
• Interactive village community walks
• Nile boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison falls
• Boat cruise to Lake Albert Nile delta
• Visiting the top of the enormous Murchison Falls
• Boat cruise on Kazinga channel
• Relaxation at the magnificent Lake Bunyonyi
• Relaxation in the middle of the world’s longest river
• Canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi (optional)
• Traditional lunch at Igongo Culture Center
• Game walk in Lake Mburo National Park
• Photo shoots at the Uganda Equator crossing- Kayabwe
• White-water rafting on the grade 5 rapids on the Nile River (Optional)
• Kampala city tour (Optional)

14 Days Uganda Safari – Safari Destinations Featured

• Day 1, 2 & 3: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Murchison Falls NP
• Day 4 & 5: Kibale National Park & Bigodi community
• Day 6 & 7: Ruboni Community & Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Day 8: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Day 9 & 10: Lake Bunyonyi
• Day 11: Igongo Cultural Center & Lake Mburo National Park
• Day 12 & 13: Jinja- the Source of the Nile River
• Day 14: Entebbe / Kampala City

14 Days Uganda Safari – Highlights

• Day 1: Transfer from Entebbe or Kampala to Murchison Falls NP. Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary en route
• Day 2: Morning game drive in the northern Savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park & an afternoon Nile boat cruise to the bottom of the falls.
• Day 3: Enjoy a private boat cruise to the Nile Lake Albert delta area & an evening game drive in Murchison Falls National Park.
• Day 4: Visit the top of Murchison Falls and then transfer to Kibale NP.
• Day 5: Do morning chimpanzee trekking in Kibale forest park & afternoon Bigodi community walk.
• Day 6: Travel to Queen Elizabeth park. Visit Ruboni Community on the foothills of Rwenzori Mountain en route & do a game drive upon arrival.
• Day 7: Morning game drive in Kasenyi plains, afternoon Kazinga channel boat cruise, evening game drive along the channel track in Queen Elizabeth NP.
• Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable park. Enjoy a short en-route game drive in the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park in search of the tree-climbing lions.
• Day 9: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation
• Day 10: Whole relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi with a variety of optional activities.
• Day 11: Drive to Lake Mburo National Park, have a lunch stop at Igongo Cultural Center for a yummy traditional lunch & do an evening game drive upon arrival. Optional night game drive.
• Day 12: Undertake a morning game walk and transfer to Jinja- the source of the Nile River
• Day 13: Full-day relaxation at a resort in the middle of the Nile River. Optional white-water rafting on the grade S rapids of the Nile River, Kayaking, Bungee Jumping, Horse riding, Quad biking, etc.
• Day 14: Transfer to Entebbe for your departure flight. Optional Tour of Kampala, Uganda’s capital city.

14 Days Uganda Safari – Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer From Entebbe/Kampala To Murchison Falls National Park. Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary En Route

Enjoy a thrilling morning breakfast at 6:30 am and afterward your driver guide will pick you up. He will drive you to Murchison Falls National Park which is about 311km (5-6 hours).

While on this journey, en route to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track Rhinos on foot for about 2 hours. This exciting encounter will give you great chances of seeing the only 32 wild White Rhinos in Uganda in their natural habitat.

After this unforgettable encounter, enjoy a hot lunch at Kabalega Dinner and afterward commence at Murchison Falls park. This is the largest park in Uganda bisected by Africa’s longest river (River Nile).

When here, you will see countless game animals like Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Buffaloes, Hippos, Crocodiles, Giraffes, and numerous Antelopes. And as well as sightings of over 556 bird species counting the rare Shoe-bill, Secretary Bird, Kingfishers, Pelicans, Etc.

On this visit to Murchison park, you will also explore Murchison Falls (World’s strongest waterfalls).

You will arrive late afternoon for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Activities & Services Of The Day;

• Transfer from Kampala to Murchison Falls National
• Rhino tracking in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Evening game drive in Murchison Falls park
• Night game drive in Murchison Falls National Park

Day 2: Morning Game Drive In Murchison Falls National Park & An Afternoon Nile Boat Cruise To The Bottom OF The Falls

Have a morning breakfast at around 6:30 am and afterward set off to a 160km long Buligi area to enjoy a morning game drive. You will drive through the rolling Savannah plains of the park and this area holds 80% of the animals in this park.

When on this memorable game drive, expect to encounter various big game like;

After enjoying the game drive, return to the lodge for lunch and some bit of relaxation. Later in the afternoon (2 pm), aboard a tranquil 3-hour Nile boat cruise to encounter the fabulous Murchison Falls.

These are the world’s strongest waterfalls releasing over 300cm3/s of water. Along this boat cruise, you will sight Hippos leaning on each other in the water, Nile crocodiles basking in the sun, Elephants, and Buffaloes bathing and refreshing.

Also, you will see many phenomenal bird species in 100s including Pelicans, African Fish Eagles, Kingfishers, etc.

Finally, you will reach the climax of the cruise, and stop just 100 meters towards the bottom of the falls so that you observe the power of Murchison Falls. This is an unforgettable experience and worth every minute.

Retire at your lodge as you await dinner and an overnight stay.

Highlight Of The Day: Afternoon Nile boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls

Activities And Services Of The Day;

• Morning game drive
• Afternoon Nile boat cruise to the bottom of the falls

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Sport fishing for the Nile Perch- the world’s largest freshwater fish
• Hot air balloon safaris
• Community village visits
• Night game drive inside the park

Day 3: Undertake A Private Boat Cruise To Lake Albert Nile Delta Area And Evening Game Drive In Murchison Falls National Park

Enjoy a charming laze breakfast at around 9 am and afterward head on a 4-5 hour (20km) boat cruise to the Albert Nile delta. This is an amazing area where River Nile enters into Lake Albert and it is the best place for spotting the Shoe-bill bird.

Also, this area is home to numerous water birds like;

You will see other animals as well like Hippos and Crocodiles in the water. Other animals along the edges are Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Water-bucks, Bush-bucks, Warthogs, Oribis, etc.

This cruise ends at the convergence of the Victoria Nile and the Albert Nile. After this thrilling boat cruise, return to the lodge for lunch and some bit of relaxation.

Later like at around 4 pm, embark on an evening game drive to explore more animals in the park. From here, you will retire at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Activities & Services Of The Day;

• Boat cruise to the Nile delta
• Evening game drive

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Hot air balloon safari
• Sport fishing along the Nile River
• Visit the Mubako community for exciting cultural performances
• Night game drive

Day 4: Visit The Top OF Murchison Falls And Transfer To Kibale National Park

Enjoy a late breakfast at 8:30 am and transfer to the top of Murchison Falls so that you view these falls from a different perspective. You will see how the 50m wide River Nile forces and squeezes to pass through an 8-meter gorge before dropping 45m down into the devil’s Cauldron.

After this wonderful experience, transfer to Kibale National Park the primate capital of Africa. On this journey, you will drive through the amazing scenery of the countryside of the Albertine rift valley.

You will stop in the stunning town of Fort Portal for lunch and afterward commence to Kibale Forest which is 2 hours drive from here. This forest is well known for its high density of primates with 13 Uganda primates including over 1,500 wild Chimpanzees.

Some of the primates in Kibale National Park include;

Arrive at your lodge in the evening for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Drive distance and time: Approximately 366km or 6 hours

Activities & Services Of The Day;

• Visiting the top of the powerful Murchison Falls
• Transfer to Kibale National Park

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day;

• Night walks in the Kibale forest to encounter nocturnal creatures like Pottos and Bush Babies

Day 5: Do Morning Chimpanzee Trekking In Kibale & Afternoon Bigodi Village Walk

Enjoy a thrilling early breakfast at 6:30 am and head to Kibale National Park headquarters with your packed lunch for Chimpanzee trekking briefing at 8 am.

After the briefing, encounter on a 2-5 hour trek in the forest in search of the habituated Chimp community. Chimpanzees are the closest human relatives with a DNA similarity of 98.7%.

Once you come across the Chimps, spend 1 full hour seeing them feed, swinging in trees, and grooming. This activity is a lifetime experience and worth it. From here you will return to the briefing point and enjoy your packed lunch.

Later in the afternoon, go out for a Bigodi Community village walk where you will spend some time with the local people. From here, you will learn more about their exclusive amazing ways of life.

While on this village encounter, visit traditional healers and see how men make local banana beer. Or you can visit the Bigodi Women’s Group and see how they make handcrafts like baskets, mats, bags, and jewelry made from local resources.

After this epic experience, head back to your lodge for some rest, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Activities And Services Of The Day;

• Morning chimpanzee trekking in Kibale NP
• Bigodi village community walk

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day;

• Night forest walk in Kibale Forest National Park

Day 6: Transfer To Queen Elizabeth Park. Visit Ruboni Community On The Foothills OF Mount Rwenzori En Route And Do A Game Drive Upon Arrival

Wake up at leisure at around 8:30 am and transfer on a 2-3 hour journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This is the most bio-diverse national park in Uganda home to over 600 birds and 95 mammal species. This includes 4 of the big 5 animals except for the Rhinos.

While you drive to the park, you will enjoy charming views of crater lakes and rolling hills. Make a stop in Kasese on the foothills of Mountain Rwenzori which is the 3^rd tallest Mountain in Africa (5109m high) to explore the Ruboni Community.

This is a great opportunity to encounter the amazing unique cultural traditions of the Bakonzo people. These people have lived on the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains for centuries and you get to see how these people live their life.

You will also see the different crops they grow, witness their art and craft, and also enjoy the astonishing music, dance, and drama.

After this cultural experience, you will then proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park, check in at your lodge, and enjoy a hot lunch. You will later enjoy an afternoon game drive where you will explore the scenic landscape and see various animals.

These animals include Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, Leopards, numerous Antelopes, and numerous bird species. After this thrilling game drive, return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Activities And Services Of The Day;

• Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park
• Ruboni Village cultural tour
• Evening game drive

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Night game drive

Day 7: Undertake A Morning Game Drive, Afternoon Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise, And Evening Game Drive Along The Channel Track In Queen Elizabeth Park

Have a thrilling breakfast at 6:30 am and after go for a 3-4 hour game drive in the rolling plains of the Kasenyi sector. You will start the day by seeing the early grazers and if lucky you can spot predators hunting making it a memorable experience.

Some of these animals include;

You will also see several amazing Uganda bird species.

After enjoying this game drive, you can return to the lodge for lunch and some bit of relaxation. Later in the afternoon (2 pm), go for a 2-hour boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.

This is a natural channel connecting Lake George to Lake Edward and it boasts the highest number of Hippos in one place. During this cruise, you will have clear sightings of over 100s of Hippos and many Crocodiles in the water.

You will also see Elephants and Buffaloes playing in the mud and various water birds like Yellow-billed Storks, Pink-backed Pelicans, Saddle-billed Storks, etc. After enjoying this boat cruise, embark on a short game drive along the channel track.

Retire to your lodge as you await dinner and overnight stay.

Activities And Services Of The Day;

• Morning game drive in Kasenyi Plains
• Afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Lion tracking
• Chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge or
• Kalinzu Forest
• Night game drive inside the park
• A nature walk in the Maramagambo forest
• Coffee tours

Day 8: Transfer To Bwindi. Have En- Route Game Drive In Ishasha In Search Of Tree Climbing Lions

After a laze breakfast at 8 am, embark on a 160km (4-7 hours) drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This park is the best place in Africa for seeing Mountain Gorillas.

On this journey, you will drive through the Ishasha sector so that you get outstanding sightings of the uncommon tree-climbing Lions. These big cats chill in big fig tree branches as it is said that they climb trees to escape the heat and bite insects on the ground.

After enjoying this experience, proceed to Bwindi National Park which holds half (50%) of the world’s surviving mountain Gorillas (1,063). It has 19 habituated Gorilla families, 120 mammal species, and 350 birds counting 23 Albertine endemic bird species.

Also, this park has 10 Uganda primate species and over 400 plant species making it a good destination for a memorable safari in Uganda.

You will then arrive at your lodge in the evening, check-in, enjoy dinner and overnight stay.

Drive Distance and time: Approximately 130-220 km or 4-7 hours

Activities & Services Of The Day;

• Ishasha game drive in search of the tree-climbing lions
• The scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 9: Mountain Gorilla Trekking In Bwindi & Transfer To Lake Bunyonyi For Relaxation

Today is the long-awaited day of a lifetime for encountering the gentle giants in their natural habitat!

Have an energizing early breakfast and head to Bwindi National Park headquarters along with your packed lunch for Gorilla trekking briefing at 8 am. After, you can then start the 2-8 hour trek within the misty forest of Bwindi in search of a Gorilla family group.

When trekking the Mountain Gorillas, you will see other exciting wildlife like Monkeys, Butterflies, and many forest birds.

Once you spot the shy giant apes, enjoy 1 charming hour with them as you observe them feed, groom, and breastfeed. You will also appreciate the ultimate amazing size of the silver-back.

After encountering the Gorillas, you can return to the briefing point to receive a Gorilla trekking permit and also enjoy your packed lunch. From here, you drive to Lake Bunyonyi the most stunning lake in Uganda.

This lake has 29 alluring islands and it is the 2^nd deepest lake in Africa with a depth of 900m. This drive to Lake Bunyonyi is about 90 minutes taking you through the striking landscape of the amazing terraced hills of Kigezi.

You will arrive in the evening, check-in at the resort, relax, and enjoy your dinner and overnight stay.

Drive Distance and time: Approximately 52km or 90 minutes

Activities & Services Of The Day;

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi National park
• Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
• Evening boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Birding in the Bwindi Buhoma sector of Bwindi

Day 10: Do Whole Day Relaxation At Lake Bunyonyi With Various Optional Activities

Have a late breakfast at 9 am and after embark on a canoe ride to tour some of the prominent amazing fabled islands of Lake Bunyonyi.

During this canoe ride, you will visit the terrifying Akampene or Punishment Island. This is where pregnant unmarried girls were thrown and left to die of hunger or die as they try to escape.

However, a few lucky ones survived when men who were unable to pay for the dowry price stole and took them home as their wives. Eventually, this practice was abandoned and abolished due to the coming of the missionaries.

Alternatively, on this day, you can hike one of the dazzling hills around the lake or swim in the lake. Or you can also do zip lining across the lake or have a community walk.

Activities And Services of the day;

• Boat cruise and relaxation on Lake Bunyonyi

Optional activities you can choose to do on this day include;

• Zip lining
• Community visits
• Hiking

Day 11: Transfer To Lake Mburo National Park. Have A Lunch Stop At Igongo Cultural Center For A Traditional Lunch And Do An Evening Game Drive Upon Arrival

Have a relaxed breakfast at 9 am and afterward transfer to Lake Mburo National Park the land of Zebras. Along this journey, you will use the most thrilling road in Uganda passing through wonderful mystical villages and many banana plantations.

Also, you will see many landscapes of rolling Savannah and come across the amazing Ankole long-horned cattle. You will however make a stop at Igongo Cultural Center and museum for a delicious hot lunch.

After a wonderful lunch, proceed to Lake Mburo National Park and check in at your lodge. It is a gorgeous stopover for wildlife encounters though it lacks the big game of Elephants and lions.

You can relax at the lodge for a few minutes before encountering a 2-hour afternoon game drive. During this game drive, you will spot so many Zebras, Elands, Buffaloes, Impalas, Bush bucks, Water-bucks, Warthogs, Leopards, Giraffes, Hyenas, Side-Striped Jackals, etc.

After, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Drive distance and time: Approximately 199km or 4 hours

Activities and Services Of The Day;

• Transfer to Lake Mburo
• Evening game drive in Mburo Park

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Night game drive to spot nocturnal animals.

Day 12: Do a Morning Game Walk And Transfer To Jinja- The Source OF The Nile River For Relaxation

Enjoy an early morning breakfast at 6:30 am and afterward embark on a 2-hour guided nature walk in the park. This is a great opportunity to enjoy close views of nature and you will see many mesmerizing Uganda animals.

Some of these animals are Elands, Zebras, Water-bucks, Impalas, Topis, Bush-bucks, Buffaloes, Crocodiles, and many acacia birds.

After enjoying this walk, head on to Jinja which is a 7-8 hours’ drive. Jinja is the adventure capital of Africa and also it is where the source of the Nile is. It is a point where the River Nile starts its course of a 6650km journey to the Mediterranean Sea in Egypt.

During this journey, en route to the Uganda Equator Line crossing monument at Kayabwe. It is a great opportunity for taking great photos as you stand in the center of the earth.

After enjoying this unforgettable experience, commence to Jinja for relaxation and overnight at Lernala Wild waters Lodge. This lodge is located on an island covered in a pristine forest among the wild water of the fabulous River Nile.

This amazing lodge is a water-sport haven for white rafting, jet boating, kayaking fishing, or swimming in the pool made from natural rock. On your moments as you enjoy the Nile waters, keep an eye out for Monitor Lizards and Otters.

Drive distance and time: Approximately 320km or 7-8 hours

Activities and Services of the day;

• Game walk in Lake Mburo National Park
• Transfer to Jinja

Optional activities you can choose to do on this day include;

• Morning game drive in Mburo national park
• Cycling tour in Lake Mburo park
• Horseback safari in Lake Mburo NP
• Banyankole community tour

Day 13: Full Day Relaxation At A Resort In The Middle OF The Nile River. Optional White-Water Rafting In The Nile River

This day will start with you having a laze breakfast at around 9 am. You can spend the whole day chilling in your stunning Eco-friendly room. Your room will be having a private balcony and a lavish garden.

This is the best time to relax within the calm environment listening to the waters of the River Nile flowing. Also, this lodge has an outstanding spa with 2 in-house masseuses which you can enjoy at the spa or set up in your room.

However, you can opt to go for white water rafting along the grade-five rapids. This is the best in Africa offering world-class white water games. Rafting along Africa’s longest river (River Nile) is worth the adventure.

You either do a half-day rafting adventure or it can be a full day.

The highlight of the day: Relaxation in the middle of Africa’s longest river.

Activities And Services Of The Day;

• Relaxation at the Nile River in Jinja

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Whitewater rafting along the Grade 5 rapids of the Nile
• Birding along the Nile River
• Tubing along the Nile
• Bungee jumping into the Nile River
• Kayaking- half day or full day.
• Stand-up paddle boarding
• Horseback rides along the riverbank and into a local village
• Quad biking to Bujagali Falls, and in farmlands.
• Sport fishing around Wild waters island.

Day 14: Transfer Back To Entebbe For Your Departure Flight. Do Kampala City Tour (Optional)

Enjoy a farewell breakfast and afterward drive to Entebbe Airport which is about 80km (2-3 hours). However, you can decide to enjoy a 5-hour city tour in Kampala depending on your flight time.

Kampala is the capital city of Uganda having 21 prominent hills and 3.6m people who are mostly the Baganda from the Great Buganda Kingdom who speak Luganda.

While on this Kampala city tour, you can explore the exciting local markets of Kampala, the Taxi Park, and the Gadaffi Mosque giving you striking views of the Kampala hills.

You can also opt to visit the Uganda National Museum and the exclusive Kasubi tombs which is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is also a burial ground for the former Buganda kings

Activities And Services of the day;

• Transfer to Entebbe International Airport

Optional Activities You Can Choose To Do On This Day Include;

• Kampala city tour

End Of The 14 Days Uganda Safari

Safari Inclusions

• Gorilla permit
• Chimpanzee Permit
• Full Board Accommodation on Safari
• Transportation in either 4X4 Safari Van/4X4 Safari Land Cruiser all with Pop up roof & AC
• Fuel
• Professional English Speaking driver guide. Any other foreign language speaking guide can be arranged on request.
• Entrance fees to the tourist sites including protected areas mentioned
• Activity fees of the tourist activities mentioned
• Bottled water while on safari
• Border crossing fees (for cross-border safaris)

Safari Exclusions

• General tips for the driver guide, site guides, and service staff at the lodges
• Laundry Services
• Other Beverages/drinks of personal nature like Alcohol
• International Flights (Arranged on request)
• Domestic Flights (Arranged on request)
• Visas
• Optional Activity fees
• Other extras not mentioned in the Itinerary
• Airport Transfer (Arranged on request)
• Accommodation in Kampala or Kigali unless it is part of the
• Itinerary (Arranged on request)