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Best of Uganda Journey

Nicknamed the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda glows with stunning greenery, deep lakes, soaring mountains, and perhaps the greatest natural treasure of all – a third of the world’s last remaining mountain gorilla population. With our Uganda Gorilla Safari you travel deep into the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to experience these elusive and endangered creatures first hand.

Silverback Lodge located in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is an intimate and charming forest lodge located with spectacular views over the valleys of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Daily guided gorilla treks afford first hand experiences to view these elusive and endangered creatures in their natural environment, a spine-tingling wildlife experience without peer. Take an opportunity to interact with the Batwa Pygmies who lived in the forest interiors, forest walks, the Gorilla Centre, local winemaking and coffee experiences all make great day excursions. 

Beyond the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the tour takes you to Queen Elizabeth National Park to Mweya Safari Lodge which is located on the Mweya Peninsular. On a clear day, the Rwenzori Mountains provide an incomparable backdrop while the dining veranda enjoys a grandstand view of the opposite Kazinga Chanel, which routinely attracts large herds of buffalo and elephant. Queen Elizabeth National Park is renowned for its big cats, large mammals, and recognised for having the largest elephant population in Uganda. Experience plains game, including the rare Uganda kob, Cape buffalo and the famous tree-climbing lions. No stay is complete without a Kazinga Channel River Cruise where you come close to the abundant game along the river banks. Tree – climbing lions and over 600 bird species are found around the crater lakes and numerous game drive routes. A visit to Katwe Salt Pans is fascinating, Kyambura Gorge is home to the chimpanzees and these attractions make for great day excursions from the Lodge. 

Paraa Safari Lodge located in the in Murchison Falls National Park remains a true safari destination with countless game encounters alongside the fabled Nile River and its’ surrounding vast open grasslands. See the big cats, elephants, spot plains game, including the rare Uganda kob and Cape buffalo, then join a Nile River Cruise to see the base of the extraordinary Murchison Falls. Guided walks take you to the top of the falls where you can truly appreciate the staggering power with which the Nile crashes through a seven meter gap in the escarpment. 

Chobe Safari Lodge located in the Murchison Falls National Park has extraordinary views over the legendary River Nile that surrounds the lodges. Cascading swimming pools and sun-drenched poolside decks allow guests take a welcome break and rejuvenate from their long travels. Our luxury rooms, generous patios, delicious food, and well appointed spa add to the sense of peace at the Lodge. Early morning guided walks into the forest woodlands lead guests to our watering hole overlooked by a sumptuous Safari Lounge. 

Itinerary Summary

DAY 1
ARRIVE ENTEBBE | UGANDA
DAY 2
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST | CULTURAL AFTERNOON
DAY 3
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST | GORILLA ENCOUNTER
DAY 4
QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK | MWEYA PENINSULAR, BOATS & GAME
DAY 5
QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK | CHIMPANZEE FOREST & CRATER
DAY 6
MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK | BOAT TRIP TO THE FALLS
DAY 7
MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK | GREAT GAME DRIVE PARAA
DAY 8
MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK | EXPERIENCE GAME
DAY 9
KAMPALA – ENTEBBE | LODGE
DAY 10
KAMPALA – ENTEBBE | LODGE

YOUR JOURNEY

DAY 1
ARRIVE ENTEBBE |
UGANDA
Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda, a nation of stunning greenery, deep lakes, soaring mountains, and rich biodiversity. Transfer to your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Partner Hotel Selection – Entebbe

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DAY 2
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST |
CULTURAL AFTERNOON
Depart Entebbe after early morning breakfast and drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forrest. Spend the afternoon on a cultural experience of local coffee, banana, wine, and gin-making with the Buhomo community. End your day with a cocktail on the decks of Silverback lodge with views over the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Marasa Africa – Silverback Lodge

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DAY 3
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST |
GORILLA ENCOUNTER
Spend today tracking endangered mountain gorillas, spending up to an hour among them with local UWA guides. See mothers keeping infants close as they knucklewalk on three limbs. Watch scampering toddlers reined in by an attentive father, whose job is to protect his family. When you encounter a mountain gorilla in the wild, there is no mistaking the bond that exists between primate and man — and no escaping the poignant fact these creatures lie on the brink of extinction. Should time allow after your return from the forest and lunch, you will be taken to the Batwa community who is commonly known as pygmies, they are an endangered group of people living around the Bwindi Forest Reserves of South-Western Uganda. The Batwa are believed to have migrated from the Ituri Forest of the Democratic Republic of Congo in search of richer game-filled areas. In past times the Batwa live in small huts mainly made from sticks and grass and survived on the produce of the forest.

Marasa Africa – Silverback Lodge

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DAY 4
QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK |
SPLENDID VIEWS, BOATS & GAME DRIVES
Depart Bohomo and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo, and baboons. Participate in game drives this afternoon and the next day. While exploring, watch above for tree-climbing lions, a sight rarely seen anywhere else in Africa. You may also sight some of Uganda’s largest elephant herds.

Marasa Africa – Mweya Safari Lodge

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DAY 5
QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK |
CHIMPANZEES, SALT PANS, AND CRATER LAKES
Set off early in the morning and head for the Kyambura Gorge pronounced “Chambura” by the locals where you get to hike in a deep opening in the ground that is about 100 meters deep and is home to Chimpanzees. then head off to view the ancient volcanic lake known as the “ Katwe Salt Lake” see these beautiful salt pans learn how the local community mines salt, a real asset to the community

Marasa Africa – Mweya Safari Lodge

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DAY 6
MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK |
BOAT TRIP TO THE FALLS
Depart after breakfast from Mweya Safari Lodge to Murchison Falls National Park by a luxury safari vehicle, after check-in and lunch, head off on a three-hour afternoon river cruise that takes you upstream to the Karuma and the grand Murchison Falls. Along the way, you not only encounter, hippos, crocodiles, and game that come for an afternoon drink along the river but the most beautiful waterbirds.

Marasa Africa – Paraa Safari Lodge

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DAY 7
MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK |
GAME VIEWING
Set off early in the morning on a game drive to encounter the nocturnal animals and if lucky, view lions, leopards, and hyenas. Spend the morning heading along the riverside making your way to the Delta where you will stop for a picnic breakfast, continue through the forests and bushland areas where you may encounter herds of buffalo and elephant as well as many plains game. Return to the Lodge for a mid-day rest and swim overlooking the Victoria Nile River, then head out for your afternoon game drive and sundown drinks.

Marasa Africa – Paraa Safari Lodge

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DAY 8
MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK EAST |
GAME VIEWING & SPA
Depart from Paraa Safari Lodge heading eastwards toward Chobe Safari Lodge, the trip takes you through open plains and woodland areas until you arrive at the landmark Chobe Safari Lodge. Enjoy lunch followed by an afternoon at leisure, a spa treatment has been booked for your relaxation.

Marasa Africa – Chobe Safari Lodge

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DAY 9
KAMPALA – ENTEBBE |
GAME WALK, BUSH BREAKFAST & RELAX AT THE POOL AT A LUXURY HOTEL
Early morning wake up and bushwalk, encounter heard of African buffalo, giraffe and plains game as you walk under the forests towards a surprise bush breakfast, then head back to the lodge to freshen up before your departure to Entebbe and spend tonight at one of our partner hotels allowing you to relax and enjoy the city of Kampala before your return home.

Partner Hotel Selection – Entebbe

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DAY 10
DEPART ENTEBBE |
FILLED WITH MEMORIES
Transfer to Entebbe international airport for your international flight home.

Partner Hotel Selection – Entebbe

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YOUR JOURNEY

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