10 Days Uganda Wildlife and Cultural Safaris
10 DaysOverview
Tradition and wildlife on a 10-day Uganda safari is worth your vacation time. Visit and blend with
people and animals in Uganda; the pearl of Africa. This Includes; the stories of the local communities
whom you will appreciate the purity of their hearts, local culinary and outfit. You will Visit a school in
Jinja town;
The Karamojong’s in the North; Game drive in Kidepo National Park; Murchison falls National Park,
Plantation Tours in Fort portal, and the Batwa pygmies in the South west. Your meals will be composed
of Local culinary, and the time with the locals learning the ancient ways of life. Pickup and drop-off will
be at Entebbe International airport
After a safe Landing at Entebbe international airport, you will be met by our senior driver guide who will
Brief, and usher you into the country. Afterword’s, have a 3–4-hour transfer to Ewaffe Cultural
community for Buganda cultural dance, meals, and dress cord. The Buganda Culture is one of the most
exciting in Uganda, offering a range of lifestyle experiences, engagement, and stories. After lunch, you
will proceed with the drive, while having stunning views of buzzing Streets, Mabira Forest, the Magical
Jinja Bridge and the numerous plantations. In Jinja, you will have a Lunch break, followed by an
evening hour ride around Jinja city and one of the Landing sites to see how fishermen live. After all is
done, head to the lodge for dinner and a sweet slumber
After an early breakfast meal at the lodge, you will visit an NGO organization to spend time with the
Children, uncover their welfare and appreciate the stories in the community. You will spend 3 hours
with them, Followed by quad biking experience for the children. Thereafter have a Lunch break, and
followed by a sunset boat cruise at the Nile-the longest river on earth. Afterword’s return to the lodge
for dinner and a nap.
Wakeup to a mouthwatering breakfast meal, and then hit the road on a 9-10hr road trip to Kidepo Valley
National Park, while passing through a route marked with breathtaking landscape, rolling hills and
plantations. You will have a stopover for Lunch, and also a visit to Njero rock painting to uncover the
ancient drawings yet to be uncovered. Karamopja will welcome you at sunset to your lodge for dinner
and a peaceful nap at the park.
Wakeup to a bright morning for an energizing breakfast meal at the lodge. Afterword, go for a sunrise
game drive around the Narus valley,
and all other parts of the park. The expected will include: the sight and sound of among others; African
elephants, Cape Buffalos, the lions, leopards, owls, ostrich and more such as the ostriches, cheetah,
warthogs, several Antelope species, and more. After sunrise game drive,
have a Lunch break and some refreshment?
Take a break, and afterword’s go visit the Karamojong community to be taught how to take care of the
cattle and harvest their products. The Karamojong’s are some of the few tribes on earth who have
protected their ancient ways of life. They believe in cattle and will teach you how to do so. You will visit
the kraals, Manyattas, and the wild as well. A hike to the mountain ranges is part of the entire experience.
Call it a day at the lodge with dinner and sweet slumber
Wakeup to a satisfying breakfast meal and thereafter hit the road to the largest national park in Uganda-
Murchison Falls. Enroute, you will stop for lunch, and also have a look at the botany, plantations and
African homesteads. Arrive at the park in the evening for dinner and a nap.
Today: wake up very early in the morning and transfer to the northern part of the park for a rewarding
3–4-hour game drive where you will encounter among others the elephants, buffaloes, Kobs, and more.
Follow with lunch, and an afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the thundering waterfall-the most
powerful waterfall in the world. Take a look at the hippos, Nile crocodiles and other animals at the water.
Hike to the top of the falls to draw closer to the permanent rainbow and End the day at the lodge with
dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, you will depart for the southwestern part of Uganda, with a night at fort portal City at
Isunga cultural community. There will be a Lunch stopover and a later dinner meal when you get to your
Lodge. The route to the tourism city is adorned with stunning landscape, plantations and more. End the
day with dinner and sweet slumber.
At 07:00hrs, your will have a hefty breakfast meal at the lodge, and then go for a plantation tour. The
Guide will take you to experience hour crops are either planted or harvested. The choice of the
plantation is reserved to the local guide. Afterword’s, there will be a visit to the cold springs, before you
return to the lodge for Lunch, and a transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national park-Rushaga Sector.
For two days, you will spend time with the Batwa people, uncovering their way of life, and ancient
Practices. The Batwa lived as wonderers and gatherers in forest, using caves for shelter, hunting the
Animals, using plants for medication, and much more. You will have a Batwa trail walk to the caves,
Plants, and to use some of their ancient hunting tools. More to your interaction will be enjoying the
Local songs and listening to their stories amidst the pressure of modernity. Each day has a lip-smacking.
Meal awaiting as well as sweet slumber.
After breakfast, you will depart for Kampala, with an Enroute stopover for Lunch, and watching the
Equator-an imaginary line that divides the earth between the northern and southern hemisphere. It will
Be a goodbye moment at the airport at 18:00hrs
Cost includes
- 1. Airport transfers on arrival and departure.
- 2. Transportation in a customized 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing and photography.
- 3. Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide throughout the safari.
- 4. Fuel and all vehicle-related expenses during the safari.
- 5. Accommodation for 9 nights as specified in the itinerary.
- 6. Meals as indicated in the itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
- 7. Bottled drinking water while on safari.
- 8. All park entrance fees and conservation fees.
- 9. Game drives and guided nature activities as specified in the itinerary.
- 10. Boat cruises and launch trips as indicated in the itinerary.
- 11. Community and cultural visits included in the itinerary.
- 12. Government taxes and statutory levies applicable at the time of booking.
- 13. Emergency evacuation assistance coordination where applicable.
Cost exclusion
- 1. International and domestic flights.
- 2. Uganda visa fees and other immigration-related costs.
- 3. Travel insurance, medical insurance, and personal evacuation insurance.
- 4. Optional activities not specified in the itinerary.
- 5. Alcoholic and premium beverages.
- 6. Laundry services unless specifically stated.
- 7. Telephone calls, internet charges, and other personal communication expenses.
- 8. Tips and gratuities for guides, lodge staff, porters, and drivers.
- 9. Personal shopping, souvenirs, and gifts.
- 10. Expenses arising from flight delays, cancellations, or itinerary changes beyond our control.
- 11. Additional accommodation before or after the safari unless specified.
- 12. Any increase in government taxes, park fees, or permit costs imposed after booking confirmation.
- 13. Personal expenses such as cigarettes, snacks, and items of a personal nature.
- 14. Any item not specifically mentioned under the Cost Inclusions section.
- Notes
- 15. Gorilla and chimpanzee permits are subject to availability at the time of booking.
- 16. Safari rates are based on current park fees and government regulations.
- 17. Any changes in permit costs, taxes, or park fees imposed by the relevant authorities may be passed on to the client.
- 18. Clients are advised to obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Uganda can be visited throughout the year, but the best time for safaris is during the dry seasons from June to August and December to February. These months offer better wildlife viewing opportunities and easier trekking conditions for gorilla and chimpanzee tracking.
Essential items include lightweight clothing in neutral colors, a waterproof jacket, sturdy hiking boots, insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat, binoculars, a camera, and any personal medications. For gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, long-sleeved shirts and long trousers are highly recommended.
Uganda is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, and numerous bird species. Wildlife sightings vary depending on the season and the parks visited, but every game drive offers unique opportunities to observe animals in their natural habitat.
