7 DAYS BEST OF EASTERN UGANDA SAFARI

Depart from the hotel or accommodation in Kampala/Entebbe and drive eastward along the Jinja road. On the way, as we pass through Mabira Forest, you will see the beautiful scenery of tea and sugar plantations around Lugazi. Visit Jinja the relaxed city of eastern Uganda to enjoy a boat ride to the Source of the Nile. Continue driving towards Sipi Falls/ Mt Elgon arriving at the lodge later in the afternoon and relax as you watch the beautiful sunset by your lodge. Please let us know if you would like to do white water rafting (while in Jinja) in advance for us to arrange accordingly.

Travel time to Kampala: ±5 hours

Mid-range Accommodation: Rafiki Lodge Sipi (En-suite Bandas) 

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

After your breakfast, hike to the stunning Sipi Falls that cascade over a 100-meter cliff. You will continue with a steep climb to a series of caves as you follow the challenging trail to two other waterfalls. You will pass maize fields, coffee gardens, banana plantations, and typical African homesteads on your way and enjoy the breathtaking views over the Eastern Rift Valley. Those interested in experiencing a real thrill and watching the waterfalls from a very close distance will go abseiling down the mountain to the bottom of the famous Sipi Falls (at an extra cost). At the end of the day, you will experience a magnificent sunset before returning to your lodge. Also on the program (if not tired) is a coffee tour experience as you learn about the coffee process from planting to harvesting, then to local processing.

Mid-range Accommodation: Rafiki Lodge Sipi (En-suite Bandas)

Depart from Sipi as you drive to Kidepo National Park via Pian Upe and Matheniko-Bokora Game Reserves with lunch en route, arriving at the lodge later in the evening, where we will spend the rest of the day relaxing after a long drive. You will have your dinner and then overnight.

Travel time: ± 8 hours

Mid-range accommodation: Adere Safari Lodge (En-suite Cottages)Luxury/High-end accommodation: - Apoka Safari Lodge (En-suite Cottages)

Have an early morning breakfast and embark on a morning game drive to Kanangorok hot spring (if it is not a rainy season when the road is impassable). Where a variety of animals and birds can be seen roving around, like the fast-running ostrich. (If it is a rainy season, you will instead do a game drive across the savannah with views of hills, small forests, river beds, and rings of mountains around you.) In the afternoon, we will do another Game drive that will take you through the Narus Valley to see herds of Buffaloes, Elephants, Giraffes, Zebras, and hopefully some Lions, leopards, and the elusive cheetah. This will also enable you to be in full sight of a variety of birds as well. Stops will be made at any time. So, keep your eyes open! Game drives are always amazing here because of the flat savannah and stunning landscape. You will return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Mid-range accommodation: Adere Safari Lodge (En-suite Cottages)

Luxury/High-end accommodation: - Apoka Safari Lodge (En-suite Cottages)

After an early breakfast, go for a nature walk to view a variety of fauna and flora species through the park trails. And thereafter, do yet another brief game drive before returning to the lodge for a hot lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Karamojong village to learn more about their culture through storytelling, music, and dance. The Karamojong of Uganda has a similar culture and traditions as the Maasai of Kenya. They are the infamous Cattle raiders that have yet to adapt to style and lifestyle. Most of them still sleep in huts and dress in blanket-like shawls, as well as beautiful beadwork for women. You will then return to your lodge for dinner and overnight sleep.

Mid-range accommodation: Adere Safari Lodge (En-suite Cottages)Luxury/High-end accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge (En-suite Cottages)

Today, you leave Kidepo Valley National Park for Ziwa Rhino & Wildlife Ranch in Nakasongola driving through the beautiful landscape of Northern Uganda. You will have a brief stop at the spectacular Aruu Falls before proceeding to Gulu for a hot lunch. Arrival at the lodge will be later in the afternoon/evening, where we will spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing. 

Travel time: ± 7 hoursMid-range range Accommodation: Ziwa Rhino & Wildlife Ranch (En-suite Luxury Chalets)

This morning, you will go for a guided walk to the Rhinos, and here you have a chance to take pictures at a close range. The trekking takes ±1hr, and thereafter you will start driving to Kampala after this trekking. On arrival in Kampala, you will be transferred to your hotel in Entebbe/Kampala or to the airport for your flight back home. 

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch only

Travel time: ± 3,5 hours