10-day comfortable Uganda family safari

Entebbe Airport - Kampala

Day 1: Welcome To Uganda!

Upon arrival at Entebbe airport, you will be met by the guesthouse driver. The guesthouse is on the outskirts of Kampala in a quiet district.

Get ready for your adventure in the Pearl of Africa.

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - Murchison Falls National Park

Day 2: Marvel At Rhinos In Ziwa Sanctuary

After breakfast, you will travel with your guide and driver to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. It proudly harbors Uganda's wild endangered Rhinos. Here you can go in search of the Southern White Rhinoceros!

Ziwa is the only place where Rhinos are under 24-hour monitoring and surveillance. The journey to Ziwa takes about 2 - 2.5 hours.

After lunch, you will continue to Murchison Falls National Park, Ugandas largest wildlife park, where you shall check into Murchison River Lodge.

Murchison Falls National Park

Day 3: Have Fun On A Nile Boat Cruise

Rise and shine! You will wake up early today at 6 am to ensure you catch the ferry on time. After a game drive to explore the biodiversity, you will go back to the lodge for a delicious lunch.

At 2 pm there’s a boat cruise on the Nile that takes you to the bottom of the Murchison Falls. This trip takes about 3 hours during which you will see many animals including Hippos, Buffalo, Crocodiles and maybe even Elephants. It's an amazing experience like no other - enjoy lots of good views both of the falls and the abundant wildlife that inhabits the area.

Kibale Forest National Park

Day 4: Off To Kibale National Park

Today you will journey to Kibale National Park, from Murchison to Kibale a ride of 6 - 8 hours.

The trip is long, but very interesting with marvelous changing landscapes, hills and mountains that become greener as you near the tea plantations of Fort Portal. Don't forget ro bring your camera with you, as you will surely want the capture the fascinating nature around you.

At the end of the day, you’ll have time to relax at the Primate Lodge where you’ll stay in a cottage.

Kibale Forest National Park

Day 5: In Search of the Chimpanzees

It is time to search for the Chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park. First, you will visit the Rangers post in the park for a brief talk, then the walk starts in the rainforest.

The walk can be heavy at times, so wear good shoes and bring a poncho. Try to keep quiet as you’ll have a better chance of meeting the chimps. The Rangers are experienced in tracking so the chances are very high.

After the Chimp Trekking, you can relax at the resort. In the afternoon you will take a walk with a guide in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.  It is a fascinating area, located in Magombe swamp. where you can marvel at the extensive array of biodiversity.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 6: Go On A Boat Trip Along The Kazinga Channel

Today you will leave the Rainforest behind you and head to Queen Elizabeth National Park. En route you travel past the edge of the Rwenzori Mountains that border the Congo.

After arriving at the park, we go to the accommodation and there’s a good chance you’ll spot some wildlife. Later you have a boat trip along the Kazinga Channel. This Channel connects two lakes and has many different animals particularly waterfowl.

After the boat trip, there’s time to relax then dinner and an overnight at Marafiki Safari Lodge outside the park boundary.

Isasha - Rushaga Bwindi Forest

Day 7: Search For The Magnificent Arboreal Lions

Rise and shine! After breakfast, you will head to Bwindi via the Southern entrance of Queen Elizabeth National Park. After your drive, you will search for the Arboreal Lions of Ishahsa. You will be left speechless by the beauty of these gorgeous creatures.

You can enjoy a packed lunch at the campsite near the Ishasha river. Then you will continue onto Bwindi and check into the Broadbill Forest Camp, where you can relax in comfort after this exciting day.

Bwindi Forest

Day 8: Look for the Gorillas

Today is a day of Gorilla trekking. After breakfast, you will have a briefing at the Rangers post. After the briefing, begin the search for the mountain gorillas.

Depending on the location of the family group the trek can take several hours. The landscape is mountainous so take good walking shoes. Although you will have to put in some effort, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views.

After this exciting day and unique experience, there’s time to relax at the Lodge, explore the camp and take photos.

Entebbe

Day 9: Drive Back To Kampala

After breakfast, you will drive back to Kampala where the journey began. Enjoy this scenic landscape around you! Mesmerising views will open up in fron of your eyes, so just relax and enjoy the astonishing nature!

Entebbe Airport

Day 10: Farewell, Uganda!

Depending on the time of your flight you can have a city tour or simply relax by the swimming pool! You will make it to the airport in time to catch your flight. You will surely have enjoyed your time in the Pearl of Africa!

Safe travels home, and visit again soon!