7 Day Kidepo Valley and Murchison Falls Safari

Transfer from Entebbe to Gulu

After breakfast, you'll embark on a journey to Gulu town in Northern Uganda. Along the way, you have the option to visit the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track white rhinos or save this experience for your return trip. The journey includes crossing the River Nile and the iconic Karuma Falls before reaching Gulu for an overnight stay. This stop in Gulu breaks up what would otherwise be a long drive to Kidepo Valley National Park.

• Accommodation: Boma Hotel Gulu
• Meals: All meals included

From Gulu to Kidepo Valley National Park

After an early breakfast, you’ll set off for Kidepo Valley National Park. The drive offers scenic views of the hills separating Acholi Land and Karamoja, with sights of traditional Manyatas and seasonal rivers along the way. You’ll arrive at Kidepo Valley National Park in time for lunch, followed by relaxation and an evening game drive in the Narus Valley.

• Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge (Luxury), Ngamoru Wilderness Camp (Mid-range), Apoka Rest Camp (Budget)
• Meals: All meals included

Game Drives in Narus Valley

Begin your day with a warm cup of tea or coffee before heading out for a morning game drive in Narus Valley. This valley is known for its abundant wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, zebras, and a variety of bird species. As the only permanent water source in the park, Narus Valley attracts large herds of buffalo, and with luck, you may spot big cats on the hunt, or even the rare cheetah. After lunch and some relaxation, you’ll return to Narus Valley for an evening game drive.

• Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge (Luxury), Ngamoru Wilderness Camp (Mid-range), Apoka Rest Camp (Budget)
• Meals: All meals included

Game Drive in Narus and Visit to Kidepo Valley

After breakfast, you’ll have an additional game drive in Narus Valley to catch any wildlife you might have missed during previous drives. Kidepo Valley National Park offers some of the best wildlife viewing experiences in Uganda, and you’ll have the chance to use observation points equipped with binoculars. After lunch, you’ll visit Kidepo Valley to see the hot springs, explore the Uganda-Sudan border, and possibly spot giant ostriches, although their numbers have been reduced due to poaching. If you’re visiting during the rainy season, be prepared for potential delays caused by seasonal rivers.

• Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge (Luxury), Ngamoru Wilderness Camp (Mid-range), Apoka Rest Camp (Budget)
• Meals: All meals included

Kidepo Valley to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, you’ll drive from Kidepo Valley National Park to Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, enjoy an en route game drive through the northern section of the park, known as Paraa, where you may spot various mammals and, with some luck, witness big cats hunting. You’ll cross the ferry and spend the night within the park.

• Accommodation: Baker’s Lodge (Luxury), Murchison River Lodge (Mid-range), Red Chilli (Budget)
• Meals: All meals included

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise

After breakfast, you’ll cross the ferry for a morning game drive in Paraa, where you’ll encounter buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, hippos, antelopes, and potentially big cats. Following lunch, enjoy an afternoon boat cruise to the base of the mighty Victoria Falls on the River Nile. This boat trip provides excellent opportunities to spot crocodiles, hippos, water birds, and other wildlife that come to the river to drink.

• Accommodation: Baker’s Lodge (Luxury), Murchison River Lodge (Mid-range), Red Chilli (Budget)
• Meals: All meals included

Murchison Falls National Park to Entebbe International Airport

After breakfast, you’ll drive back to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight. You may choose to visit the top of the falls to view the stunning cascade from above or stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track white rhinos. Enjoy lunch en route before arriving at the airport.