15 Day Best of Uganda Safari
Safari Overview
From highland coffee trails to gorilla encounters in misty forests, this 15-day adventure is a love letter to Uganda—the wild, the soulful, the unforgettable. Come ready to connect, reflect, and be transformed.
Safari Highlight
Day 1: Welcome to the Pearl – Arrival in Entebbe
Day 2: Into the Mist – Sipi Falls & Coffee Rituals
Day 3: The Road Less Traveled – Drive to Kidepo Valley National Park
Day 4: Savannah Symphony – Game Drives & Karamojong Culture
Day 5: To the Thunder – Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Day 6: Roar of the Falls – Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari
- Day 7: Land of the Giants – Drive to Kibale National Park
Day 8: Echoes of the Forest – Chimp Trekking & Bigodi Wetland
Day 9: Rift Valley Reverie – Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 10: Waters of Life – Safari & Kazinga Channel Cruise
Day 11: Lions in the Trees – Ishasha Game Drive & Sundowner
Day 12: Into the Heart of the Forest – Bwindi Bound
Day 13: Face to Face – Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Day 14: The Gentle Plains – Lake Mburo National Park
Day 15: Walk with the Wild & Departure
detailed Itinerary
As your plane descends into the emerald cradle of Entebbe, a warm breeze carries whispers of adventure. Upon arrival, your personal driver-guide from Nsavi Safaris will greet you with a genuine Ugandan smile. You’ll be transferred to your cozy guesthouse nestled in the leafy serenity of Entebbe.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxing afternoon or explore the charming lakeside town—perhaps a stroll through the Botanical Gardens, or a quiet sundowner along the shores of Lake Victoria.
- Accommodation: Airport Guest House (Mid-range, tranquil setting)
- Meals: Breakfast included | Lunch & dinner on your own
Today, you ascend into the rolling green hills of Kapchorwa, where the land meets the clouds and waterfalls dance down ancient cliffs. You’ll trek the majestic Sipi Falls, a trilogy of thunderous cascades that tumble through the foothills of Mount Elgon.
Later, immerse yourself in the rhythm of rural life with a Bugisu Arabica Coffee tour—from bean to brew, you'll roast your own cup with farmers who have mastered this mountain craft over generations.
- Main Highlight: Sipi Falls & Coffee Experience
- Accommodation: Sipi Heritage Lodge (Rustic elegance with waterfall views)
Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Depart early for Kidepo Valley National Park, a hidden Eden tucked between the borders of South Sudan and Kenya. As the sun casts long shadows across the savannah, you’ll journey into one of Africa’s most remote and enchanting wildernesses.
Kidepo is wild and vast—home to over 77 mammal species and 475 bird species, including predators rarely seen elsewhere.
- Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Tented safari camp under the stars)
Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
At dawn, the bush awakens with songs of survival. Embark on a guided nature walk, then glide into the golden plains for a game drive. Watch elephants parade by, lions stalk through the grass, and ostriches kick up clouds of dust in their wake.
In the afternoon, step into the world of the Karamojong people, nomadic warriors with deep traditions. Share stories, music, and fire-lit smiles in a cultural exchange that stays with you long after the sun sets.
- Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
- Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Leave the wild north behind as you journey to the iconic Murchison Falls National Park. Known as Uganda’s crown jewel, it’s where the mighty Nile squeezes through a 7-meter gorge, erupting into thunder and mist.
Upon arrival, enjoy an evening game drive across the sun-dappled plains.
- Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge (Nestled near the banks of the Nile)
Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Rise with the sun for a thrilling game drive through palm-dotted savannah in search of lions, leopards, elephants, and giraffes.
In the afternoon, cruise the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls, watching crocodiles bask on sandy banks and hippos grunt in the shallows. The view of the Nile bursting through the cliff is a sight you’ll never forget.
- Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge
- Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Today, stop at the Top of the Falls for a final look at Murchison’s power. Then, travel south through Uganda’s heartland, passing the tea estates of Fort Portal with the Rwenzori Mountains as your backdrop. Arrive in the lush realm of Kibale Forest, home to 13 primate species.
- Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp (Tented retreat beside the forest edge)
Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Venture into the forest with expert trackers to meet our closest cousins—the wild chimpanzees of Kibale. Watch them chatter, swing, and forage through the trees.
Later, explore the nearby Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, rich in birdlife and biodiversity. Keep your eyes open for Great Blue Turacos, monkeys, and butterflies in this peaceful haven.
- Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp
- Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Descend into the Albertine Rift Valley and enter the famed Queen Elizabeth National Park, a land of volcanic craters, tree-lined lakes, and teeming wildlife. You’ll enjoy a game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, spotting lions, buffalo, elephants, and ugly-yet-lovable warthogs.
- Accommodation: Marafiki Safari Lodge (Sweeping views over the park)
Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Start the day with a sunrise game drive and visit the Katwe Salt Crater Lakes. In the afternoon, float along the Kazinga Channel, flanked by hippos, buffalo, and countless water birds. It’s a perfect blend of calm and excitement, water and wildlife.
- Accommodation: Marafiki Safari Lodge
Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Head south to the Ishasha Sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. There’s nothing quite like seeing a lion lazily lounging in the branches. Cap off the day with a sundowner on the open plains.
- Accommodation: Enjojo Lodge (Eco-chic cottages in acacia woodland)
- Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
After a final game drive, drive to the impenetrable sanctuary of Bwindi, where ancient trees guard the last of the mountain gorillas. The forest hums with bird calls and mystery. Rest early—the next day holds the encounter of a lifetime.
- Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (Comfort meets jungle at your doorstep)
Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
At dawn, step into the forest with your guide and begin a trek that may change you. The climb may be steep, but every heartbeat brings you closer.
And then—you find them. A gorilla family, silverbacks and infants, mothers and curious young. You’ll spend one profound hour in their presence, a moment both humbling and magnificent.
- Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
- Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Drive to Lake Mburo, a charming and underrated park dotted with zebra, impalas, elands, and tranquil lakes. Enjoy a scenic game drive and watch the landscape soften into twilight.
- Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge (Perched on a rocky outcrop with panoramic views)
- Meals: All meals included | Non-alcoholic drinks
Begin the day with a guided nature walk—a rare chance to track wildlife on foot. Feel the pulse of the earth beneath your feet as giraffes and antelopes cross your path.
After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe International Airport, your heart full and camera bursting with stories.
- Meals: Breakfast & Lunch | Drinking water included
- Accommodation: None (End of Tour)
Safari Terms
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Inclusion
- All park entry fees and permits (gorilla, chimp, golden monkey, rhino)
- All accommodation as specified
- Full board meals throughout safari
- Ground transportation in 4x4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All game drives, boat cruises, and activities listed
- Airport transfers
Exclusion
- International flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Personal travel expenses (e.g. souvenirs, tips, laundry)
- Optional activities not included in the itinerary
- Accommodation before and after the safari if not mentioned (can be arranged at extra cost)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities for guide and lodge staff (optional but appreciated)