Uganda is a land of vibrant cultures, rich traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. This 10 Days Uganda Wildlife and Cultural Discovery tour blends the thrill of wildlife safaris with the warmth of authentic cultural experiences. You will explore national parks filled with iconic species, trek through lush forests, cruise on scenic waterways, and meet local communities that showcase Uganda’s diverse heritage. With carefully selected luxury accommodations, seamless logistics, and exclusive experiences, this journey is designed for travelers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion in the Pearl of Africa.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly received by a Wanderwort Safaris representative and transferred to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, you may visit the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or enjoy birdwatching along Lake Victoria’s shores. Rest and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Accommodation options: Hotel No.5, Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe, Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa
Meals: (Dinner)
Day 2: Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, drive northwards to Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience. Continue to the park and visit the top of the falls where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge before plunging 43 meters below. Arrive at your lodge in the evening.
Accommodation options: Nile Safari Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Game Drive and Nile Boat Safari
Begin the day with an early game drive on the northern savannah plains, home to elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, and abundant birdlife. In the afternoon, enjoy a luxury boat cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls where crocodiles, hippos, and waterbirds gather. Return to your lodge for relaxation.
Accommodation options: Nile Safari Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Murchison Falls – Hoima Cultural Stop – Kibale National Park
Today you will drive towards Kibale National Park, making a stop in Hoima to enjoy a cultural performance and traditional lunch with a local community. Continue through rolling hills and tea plantations, arriving at your forest lodge in the evening.
Accommodation options: Kyaninga Lodge, Papaya Lake Lodge, Primate Lodge Luxury Cottages
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Walk
After breakfast, set out for a guided chimpanzee tracking adventure in Kibale Forest. The forest is also home to red colobus, L’Hoest’s monkey, and over 300 bird species. In the afternoon, take a community-guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary where you will learn about local conservation efforts and encounter birdlife such as the great blue turaco.
Accommodation options: Kyaninga Lodge, Papaya Lake Lodge, Primate Lodge Luxury Cottages
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park with a scenic stopover at the crater lakes region. Arrive in time for an evening game drive across the Kasenyi plains where elephants and antelopes roam. Relax at your luxury lodge with views over the park.
Accommodation options: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Enjoy a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth, where you may spot lions, leopards, and large herds of buffalo. In the afternoon, cruise along the Kazinga Channel which links Lake Edward and Lake George. This boat trip offers some of the best wildlife and bird viewing in Uganda.
Accommodation options: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8: Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Transfer to the southern Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions that rest in large fig trees. After a game drive, continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge surrounded by misty hills.
Accommodation options: Bwindi Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience
Today is the highlight of your safari. After a morning briefing, trek through Bwindi’s thick forest to encounter a mountain gorilla family, spending an unforgettable hour observing them. In the afternoon, visit a Batwa pygmy community for a cultural experience where you will learn about their traditional forest lifestyle, music, and dance.
Accommodation options: Bwindi Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10: Bwindi – Lake Bunyonyi – Entebbe – Departure
After breakfast, drive to Lake Bunyonyi, a beautiful lake dotted with islands. Enjoy a boat ride and cultural storytelling from local guides before continuing your journey back to Entebbe. Stop at the Equator for photography and craft shopping before being dropped off at Entebbe International Airport for your onward flight.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)
- Airport Transfers.
- 1 Gorilla Permit per person.
- 1 Chimpanzee Permit per person.
- Accommodation and Meals as per the itinerary.
- Services of an English-speaking Tour Guide.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Tour Guide Allowances.
- Ranger Fees.
- Bottled Water in the car.
The tour cost excludes; International air fare, Visa fees, personal travel insurance, tips to local guides, souvenirs, personal shopping bills, laundry, alcoholic drinks and items not listed as included in the cost.