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From Entebbe to Lake Mburo National Park

Uganda, 11 Days · Classic tour

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Discover Uganda and its national parks

Uganda is known as the primate capital of Africa. On this classic wildlife safari, you'll get up close and personal with mountain gorillas, chimpanzees and other primates as you follow them in their natural habitat. You'll also see big game such as elephants, leopards, giraffes and lions as you tour its beautiful national parks. You'll discover many of Uganda's more than 1,000 species of colourful birds. And to help you get to know the destination a little better, you'll immerse yourself in local life to learn about its culture and traditions.

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From Entebbe to Lake Mburo National Park
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Departure date:Departures from June 2025 till December 2025

Departures from:Dublin, Knock, Galway, Shannon, Donegal, Cork, Kerry county

Travel details

City of origin - Entebbe

Departure with destination Entebbe. Arrival in Entebbe and hotel transfer. Rest of the day free. Accommodation.

Entebbe - Kibale National Park

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast. Depart for Fort Portal through the beautiful Ugandan countryside and fascinating towns and villages. Arrival and lunch. Onward journey to Kibale National Park. Arrival and walk through the swamp during which you will see red-tailed monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys and other primates, as well as birds such as hornbills, turacos and bearded monkeys. Return for dinner at the end of the tour. Accommodation.

Kibale National Park - Queen Elizabeth National Park

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast. Departure to the rain forest in search of chimpanzees. Enjoy the flora, fauna and sounds of the jungle and watch the chimpanzees as they groom, eat and even sleep. These primates share 98% of human DNA and are intelligent, fascinating and entertaining to watch. After lunch, you'll drive through the picturesque Crater Lakes region to Queen Elizabeth National Park, a savannah park located in the legendary Albertine Rift Valley. Upon arrival, dinner and overnight stay.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Full-board basis. Safari in search of collared lions and other big cats to learn all about them from local experts who monitor their behaviour, population and habitat. Many other wild animals can also be seen along the way. This is followed by a visit to a salt lake with a local guide who will explain the ancient method of salt production. Afterwards, it's time to relax on a boat ride on the Kazinga Canal, which links Lakes George and Edward, during which you will see hippos, elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, various antelopes and many tropical birds along the riverbanks. At the end of the tour, return journey and accommodation.

Queen Elizabeth National Park - Ishasha - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Full-board basis. Depart for Ishasha, the southern sector of the park, for a safari with a chance to see the famous tree-climbing lions and large herds of buffalo, among other incredible wildlife. Departure to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Arrival in this picturesque region and accommodation.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast. Walking trip through the park in search of gorillas. Once the gorilla family is found, they can be observed playing, eating and petting each other. Who knows what behaviour you'll see that day, but it is sure to be an exciting adventure. Picnic lunch. At the end of the experience, return to your accommodation to unwind. Dinner and overnight stay.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Full-board basis. Today will be dedicated to learning more about the community that is so vital to gorilla conservation. The tour will begin with a visit to a local women's group to learn how to prepare local food and learn about their lives and culture. Then a guided walk through the community to spend more time immersed in nature. Return journey and overnight stay.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park - Lake Mburo National Park

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Full-board basis. Departure to Lake Mburo National Park to see matooke plantations, pineapple gardens, roadside markets, children in colourful uniforms walking to school, bicycles loaded with food heading to markets, beautiful mosques and churches and many more scenes of daily life. Arrival and late afternoon game drive in search of impala, zebra, giraffe, eland and other antelope, warthogs, buffalo and hippo, crocodiles and monkeys by the lake. Fantastic sights can also be admired. After the safari, return trip and overnight stay.

Lake Mburo National Park

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Full-board basis. Early departure for a guided walk through the park to get up close to the animals and learn more about the tracks, dens and birds that are more difficult to see from a vehicle. Afterwards, you'll go on safari to explore the park more extensively. In the early afternoon, visit to the local Bahima cattle tribe to see the magnificent long-horned Ankole cows and their calves. You will have the opportunity to milk them and learn about the traditions associated with the Bahima culture. After the visit, return journey and overnight stay.

Lake Mburo National Park - Entebbe - City of origin

Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast. Departure to Entebbe with a stop at the equator to take memorable photographs with one foot in each hemisphere. Depending on the time of your return flight, lunch and transfer to a hotel in Entebbe where you will have free time until transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.

City of origin

Arrival. End of the trip and our services.

Your trip includes

  • Return flight.

  • Accommodation in the hotels, lodges, and/or camps listed, or similar.

  • Transfers according to the itinerary.

  • Transport in 4x4 land cruiser vehicles during the safari.

  • Regular tours mentioned in the itinerary, not stated as optional.

  • English-speaking local driver/guide.

  • Fees for chimpanzee and gorilla tracking permits.

  • Mineral water during safaris.

  • Diet: 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners.

Your trip doesn't include

  • Electronic Visa to enter in Uganda.

  • Any other service not previously mentioned as included.

  • Insolvency protection.

Expected Hotels (or similar)

In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.

The Boma Hotel

The Boma Hotel, Entebbe

Important remarks

  • Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Uganda.
  • Uganda is a Muslim country and the month of Ramadan is of major significance to its residents. During Ramadan, entertainment and alcohol will be restricted in most of the country. The sale of alcohol will be restricted in many places, although some establishments will offer alcohol for sale to tourists. During this period, local businesses may also have shorter opening hours.
  • Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
  • Making the trek to see mountain gorillas requires a good level of physical fitness.
  • We recommend you carry in your luggage: a lightweight backpack for trekking, waterproof mountain boots, gloves to protect yourself from thorny vegetation, trousers, jacket or poncho with waterproof hat or hood, water bottle or flask, sweatshirt or jersey, sun protection and insect protection.
  • Due to the access restrictions to the area of ​​Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, it is possible (depending on the demand according to dates) that the itinerary to trek the gorillas be changed.
  • The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
  • A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
  • Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
  • If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
  • Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.