Kampala, Jinja, Kibale chimps, Queen Elizabeth and a gorilla trek in Bwindi.
From the buzz of Kampala to the source of the Nile at Jinja, chimps in Kibale, tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth and finally a gorilla family in the mist of Bwindi.
Uganda is the Pearl of Africa and this is the necklace. Sturdy boots are required, dignity is optional.
Everything is a starting point. Add a night where you fall in love, swap a camp or bolt on a beach, and we will shape it around you.
Kampala, Jinja, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi, in a sensible order with as little backtracking as the map allows.
A typical flow for this safari. Timings shift with the herds, the weather and your wishes, and your guide has the final say on where the action is.
Day1MorningLand at Entebbe, where your guide is waiting with a welcome. Settle in at Kampala and ease into the journey.
AfternoonFood Tours: Taste local dishes.
Day2MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Kampala to Jinja, with time to take in the landscape on the way.
AfternoonNile Cruises: Boat trips past birds and islands.
Day3MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Jinja to Kibale, with time to take in the landscape on the way.
AfternoonForest Wildlife: Wild cats and other creatures of the forest edge.
Day4MorningKind hosts and lantern-lit paths.
AfternoonSignature moment: Community Visit: Meet a local family, hear their stories and learn how they live beside the wildlife, with benefits shared with the community.
Day5MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth, with time to take in the landscape on the way.
AfternoonElephants: Big herds on the savannah.
Day6MorningWater birds and flamingos around the crater lakes.
AfternoonSignature moment: Community Visit: Meet a local family, hear their stories and learn how they live beside the wildlife, with benefits shared with the community.
Day7MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi, with time to take in the landscape on the way.
AfternoonGorilla Trekking: An hour in the company of a gorilla family.
Day8MorningWatch a gorilla family bond up close.
AfternoonForest Lodges: Cosy rooms with a view of the hills.
Day9MorningOne last slow breakfast and a final look at the view.
AfternoonTransfer to Entebbe for your onward flight home, or ask us about adding days on the coast. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again.
Kibale is at its best from Jun – Sep, but this journey works for much of the year. Brighter blocks mean better conditions.
An honest word. The green months (April, May and November) bring lush landscapes, fewer visitors and the lowest rates. Tell us your dates and we will say honestly what to expect.
Camps chosen for their position, their welcome and their style. We confirm the exact stays when we shape your proposal.
01Warm stays after a muddy morning.
02Comfortable tents close to the action.
03Friendly stays with hot showers after the hike.
Indicative prices per person sharing, on full board. We confirm the exact figure in your written proposal.
Green and quiet, with the lowest rates.
Good weather, good value and fewer vehicles.
The best wildlife viewing and the most demand. Book early.
Single-room supplements apply. Children travel at reduced rates, ask us. Rates may change with camp rates and fuel.
The small stuff that makes a big difference. Tap a topic for the details, and ask us anything we have missed.
Fly into Entebbe and we meet you at arrivals. Please arrive the day before if you can, to rest after the journey.
Soft bags travel best in a safari vehicle. We store spare luggage safely while you are away.
Neutral layers, a warm fleece for early drives, a sun hat, sunglasses and good binoculars. Evenings are cool and days are warm.
A yellow fever certificate is required for Uganda. Ask your doctor about malaria cover and other vaccinations. Our guides carry first-aid kits and radios.
Most visitors need a Uganda e-visa, applied for online before travel. A yellow fever certificate is required on entry. Your passport needs six months of validity.
Tips are a kind way to say thanks. A guide is about $15 per person per day, with a shared tip for camp staff at each camp.
Yes. We work with community partners and agree fair terms in advance.
Always ask first. Your guide will help.
Absolutely. Add a night, swap a camp, bolt on a beach stay. Everything on this page is a starting point, and sawa sawa, we can change it.
Everything listed under Included: accommodation, meals, house drinks, guiding, park fees and the private touches. International flights, visas, insurance and tips are extra. We confirm your exact quote in a written proposal.
For peak season, twelve to eighteen months ahead is ideal. The best camps are small and fill quickly. Last-minute space sometimes appears, so ask us anyway.
Add a night, swap a camp, bolt on a beach. Tell us what you love and we will tailor it, sawa sawa.
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