20 Days Safari in Uganda
A 20-day safari in Uganda offers an incredible opportunity to explore the diverse landscapes, wildlife, and culture this East African country has to offer. You will experience the best and unique safari experiences that offer you a remembering time, with the ultimate time you will spend with the primates like the Gorillas, Chimpanzees, as the trip highlights.
Here’s a suggested itinerary:
Day 1-3: Entebbe
- Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe, relax, and get acquainted with the surroundings.
- Day 2: Visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) and explore the Botanical Gardens.
- Day 3: Take a boat trip on Lake Victoria or visit Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
On day 4-6: Kampala and Jinja
- Day 4: Travel to Kampala, Uganda’s capital. Explore local markets, historical sites like the Kasubi Tombs, and experience the city life.
- Day 5: Drive to Jinja, adventure capital of Uganda. Visit the Source of the Nile, go white-water rafting, bungee jumping, or take a boat cruise.
- Day 6: Continue exploring Jinja, visit local craft markets or relax by the river.
Day 7-10: Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 7-8: Drive to Murchison Falls National Park. Go on game drives and boat safaris along the Nile River, spotting wildlife like elephants, giraffes, lions, hippos, and crocodiles.
- Day 9-10: Explore other parts of the park, visit the top of Murchison Falls, and enjoy more game drives.
Day 11-13: Kibale National Park
- Day 11: Travel to Kibale National Park. Relax and prepare for chimpanzee tracking the next day.
- Day 12: Go chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest and explore the park’s diverse flora and fauna.
- Day 13: Take a nature walk in the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary, known for birdwatching and primate viewing.
Day 14-17: Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 14: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy an evening game drive.
- Day 15: Morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, famous for lions and other wildlife. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.
- Day 16-17: Explore Ishasha Sector for tree-climbing lions and more game drives in other parts of the park.
The 18-20: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Day 18: Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Relax and prepare for gorilla trekking.
- Day 19: Go gorilla trekking, a remarkable experience encountering mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
- Day 20: Departure or optional activities like visiting Batwa communities or exploring more of Bwindi’s natural beauty.
Ensure you have comfortable accommodations booked in advance, especially near national parks. Also, consider hiring a local guide for an enriched and informative experience throughout your safari. Additionally, always follow guidelines for wildlife viewing to ensure your safety and the well-being of the animals.