10 DAYS UGANDA SAFARI

10-Day Uganda Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Mabamba Swamp

  • Arrive at Entebbe International Airport
  • Transfer to Mabamba Swamp for a late morning/afternoon birdwatching boat safari targeting the elusive shoebill stork and other wetland birds
  • Return to Entebbe or nearby lodge for overnight

Day 2: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Transfer to Murchison Falls

  • Early morning departure to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
  • Guided rhino trek to see rare white rhinos in a protected environment
  • Afternoon drive onward to Murchison Falls National Park
  • Check in at lodge and brief evening relaxation

Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park Safari

  • Morning game drive in the park to spot elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and more
  • Afternoon boat cruise on the Victoria Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, viewing hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
  • Optional guided hike to the top of Murchison Falls

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest

  • Scenic drive from Murchison Falls to Kibale Forest passing beautiful countryside and tea plantations
  • Check-in at lodge near Kibale Forest National Park for rest

Day 5: Kibale Forest Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetlands

  • Early morning chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest
  • Afternoon excursion to Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary for a nature walk, birdwatching, and local village visits
  • Relax at accommodation

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Drive from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park (~3-4 hours)
  • Afternoon game drive or guided walk around the park’s savannah or crater lakes
  • Check in at lodge with views over Kazinga Channel

Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park & Ishasha Tree Climbing Lions

  • Early morning drive to Ishasha sector for a chance to see the famous tree-climbing lions
  • Afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife
  • Overnight in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • Optional afternoon cultural visit to Batwa pygmy villages or guided nature walk
  • Check in at Bwindi lodge for overnight

Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

  • Early morning briefing and full day gorilla trekking expedition (depending on location of gorillas)
  • Return to lodge for relaxation and optional cultural encounters

Day 10: Lake Mburo National Park & Return to Entebbe

  • Depart early for Lake Mburo National Park
  • Afternoon game drive spotting zebras, impalas, buffalo, hippos, and bird species unique to the area
  • Late afternoon return drive to Entebbe with stops for rests and meals
  • Drop off at Entebbe International Airport for departure

This itinerary blends Uganda’s most sought-after wildlife, primate encounters, birding hotspots, and cultural stops into a well-paced and unforgettable 10-day adventure.

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