11 Day Kidepo Valley, Murchison and Budongo Chimp Safari

Arrival and Transfer to a Guest House in Entebbe

Upon your arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to a guest house in Entebbe for an overnight stay. Entebbe, a charming town located near the international airport, is an ideal spot to rest on the first and last days of your safari. This allows you to acclimate and avoid the long drive to Kampala.

• Accommodation: Papyrus Guest House
• Meals: All meals included

Drive to Gulu Town

After breakfast, your adventure begins as you drive north to Gulu town. This stopover breaks up the long journey from Entebbe to Kidepo Valley National Park. On the way, you’ll have the chance to see Karuma Falls, small village communities, and, time permitting, explore Gulu town.

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

Drive to Kidepo Valley National Park

Following breakfast, you will continue your journey to Kidepo Valley National Park. Along the way, you may encounter seasonal springs and rivers and will start to notice the traditional Manyatas of the Karamojong people. You’ll arrive at Kidepo in the afternoon, just in time for lunch and some relaxation.

• Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge/Nga'Moru Wilderness Camp/Apoka Rest Camp
• Meals: All meals included

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Narus Valley, where you’ll have the chance to spot various wildlife, perhaps even cheetahs if you’re lucky. The vast and unspoiled landscapes of Kidepo Valley offer a unique and intimate safari experience. After lunch and relaxation, you’ll visit the Karamojong people, famous for their cattle-keeping traditions, and gain insights into their culture.

• Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge/Nga'Moru Wilderness Camp/Apoka Rest Camp
• Meals: All meals included

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives

Another day of exploring Kidepo Valley National Park with morning and afternoon game drives, allowing you to further immerse yourself in the park's incredible wildlife and stunning landscapes.

• Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge/Nga'Moru Wilderness Camp
• Meals: All meals included

Morning Game Drive and Visit to the Manyatas

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic game drive through Narus Valley as you head to Kidepo Valley. This drive offers opportunities to spot various bird species, including the endangered ostrich, and visit the hot springs, where your guide will explain the cultural significance to the local people. You may also visit the Uganda-South Sudan border before returning to the lodge for lunch and overnight.

• Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge
• Meals: All meals included

Drive to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, embark on a journey from Kidepo Valley National Park to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving in the late evening for lunch and an evening game drive on the Paraa side of the park.

• Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge/Pakuba Safari Lodge
• Meals: All meals included

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise

Start your day with an early morning game drive in Paraa, where you can spot a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, lions, giraffes, and leopards. After a lunch break, you’ll embark on a boat cruise to the base of the mighty Victoria Falls. Along the way, you’ll see an array of waterbirds, hippos, crocodiles, and other animals that come to drink at the river.

• Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge/Pakuba Safari Lodge
• Meals: All meals included

Top of the Falls and Delta Cruise

After breakfast, take a boat cruise to the Delta region, where the Nile River slows as it approaches Lake Albert, providing a rich habitat for wildlife, including the elusive shoebill stork. After the cruise, enjoy a game drive before returning to your lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, hike to the top of Murchison Falls to experience the thunderous power of the falls from above.

• Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge/Pakuba Safari Lodge
• Meals: All meals included

Budongo Chimp Trekking

After breakfast, you will drive to Budongo Forest, located within the Murchison Falls Conservation Area, for chimpanzee trekking. Budongo is renowned for its high population of wild chimps and is one of the best places in Uganda to observe these fascinating creatures. Your guide will lead you through the forest, pointing out other primates, birds, and trees along the way. Once you locate the chimps, you’ll have an hour to observe and photograph them before returning. Later, drive to Amuka Lodge for your overnight stay.

• Accommodation: Amuka Safari Lodge
• Meals: All meals included

Ziwa Rhino Trekking and Transfer to Entebbe Airport

After breakfast, you’ll head out for a walk in the wild to track rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This sanctuary is a vital part of efforts to reintroduce rhinos to Uganda. After your rhino trekking experience, you’ll transfer to Entebbe Airport for your international flight.