Price: $2,560 total
For more than one traveler, the price is shared among the group, so the cost per person decreases as more people join.
Discover the beauty, wildlife, culture and scenic landscapes of Western Uganda on a memorable 5-day private safari. This journey combines rhino tracking, Murchison Falls, Nile boat cruising, chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, crater lakes, Ankole culture, Igongo Cultural Centre and the Uganda Equator.
Safari Highlights
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and rhino tracking
Murchison Falls and Top of the Falls
Morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park
Nile boat cruise
Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest
Scenic transfer through Western Uganda
Uganda Equator experience
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive
Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Queen Elizabeth crater lakes
Igongo Cultural Centre
Ankole culture and traditions
Professional 4x4 safari vehicle and driver-guide
Your safari begins with an early departure from Kampala. Enjoy breakfast at approximately 5:30 AM before continuing towards Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Upon arrival, prepare for a guided rhino tracking experience. Walk through the sanctuary with an experienced ranger while learning about rhino conservation and observing the rhinos in their natural environment.
After the rhino experience, continue towards Murchison Falls National Park. Depending on arrival time, visit the Top of Murchison Falls, where the mighty Nile River is forced through a narrow gorge before plunging downstream.
Enjoy the spectacular views and take photographs before proceeding to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Murchison Falls area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Wake up early for a morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. Explore the park while wildlife is most active during the cooler morning hours.
Look out for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, warthogs and, with luck, lions and other wildlife.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and prepare for the next activity.
At 11:00 AM, enjoy a Nile boat cruise towards the base of Murchison Falls. Watch for hippos, crocodiles, elephants and numerous water birds along the riverbanks.
After the boat cruise, have lunch before continuing to Budongo Forest.
In the afternoon, enjoy chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest. Accompanied by an experienced forest guide, walk through the forest in search of habituated chimpanzees while discovering the forest's rich biodiversity.
After the chimpanzee trekking experience, return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Budongo/Murchison Falls area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, check out and begin the scenic journey from Budongo towards Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Travel through the beautiful countryside, enjoying views of local communities, farms, plantations and Western Uganda's changing landscapes.
On the way, stop at the Uganda Equator for photographs and a short experience at this famous geographical landmark. You may also explore the local craft shops and purchase souvenirs.
Continue the journey towards Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving later in the day.
Check in at your lodge and enjoy the rest of the afternoon relaxing and taking in the surrounding scenery.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Explore the park's diverse landscapes while looking for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, antelopes and other wildlife. With luck, you may also spot lions and other predators.
Return for lunch and prepare for an afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
The boat cruise offers excellent opportunities to see large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, elephants and many species of water birds along the channel.
Later, explore the scenic Queen Elizabeth crater lakes region. Visit selected crater lakes and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding hills, volcanic landscapes and local communities.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, check out from the lodge and begin your journey towards Kampala or Entebbe.
On the way, stop at Igongo Cultural Centre for an introduction to the history and culture of Western Uganda. Learn about the traditions and lifestyle of the Ankole people, explore the cultural displays and enjoy the local atmosphere.
Continue towards the Uganda Equator for another opportunity to take photographs, visit the craft shops and experience this famous landmark.
After the Equator stop, continue to Kampala or Entebbe, depending on your preferred drop-off location.
Your 5-Day Western Uganda Safari and Culture ends with a transfer to your final destination.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
What's Included
Private 4x4 safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
4 nights accommodation
Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated
Murchison Falls National Park entrance fees
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary entrance and rhino tracking
Nile boat cruise
Top of Murchison Falls visit
Budongo chimpanzee trekking
Queen Elizabeth National Park entrance fees
Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Crater lakes experience
Igongo Cultural Centre visit
Uganda Equator experience
Bottled drinking water
All scheduled activities mentioned in the itinerary
What's Excluded
International and domestic flights
Uganda visa
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Alcoholic and personal drinks
Personal shopping and souvenirs
Laundry
Activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses
This Western Uganda Safari and Culture combines some of Uganda's most memorable experiences into one journey. Track rhinos at Ziwa, explore Murchison Falls, cruise along the Nile, trek chimpanzees in Budongo Forest and continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park for wildlife, the Kazinga Channel and beautiful crater lakes.
The journey also introduces you to the culture of Western Uganda through Igongo Cultural Centre, Ankole traditions and local communities, while the Uganda Equator provides a memorable landmark experience.
It is an excellent choice for travelers looking for a balanced Uganda safari combining wildlife, primates, culture, landscapes and adventure.