The big 5 & adventure

The Big 5 and adventure

In these 9 days you will explore Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo valley national park, through to Jinja, . The tour covers Jinja city on the last day where we explore the truth the source of the Nile, the longest river in the world

On arrival at the Entebbe International airport, your guide will meet with you at the customs clearing exit point to transfer you to your hotel for the night, only ten minutes from the airport. You will get a briefing about the next 9 days excursions and Safari.

Overnight at Hotel Protea (BB) 10 mins (7 Kms)

Protea by Marriot Entebbe

This is a 4-star mid luxury accommodation hotel located 1 kilo meter from Entebbe international airport on the glistering shores of Lake Victoria. This facility has a number of amenities and services to offer to client from a nice bar and restaurant, ample parking space for clients, swimming pool and cozy spacious room for your comfort 7 days a week.

Have breakfast and drive to Murchison Falls National Park in North western Uganda. You will arrive in time for lunch, have lunch and later go for an afternoon game drive where the driver/guide will help you spot various species of wildlife. This may include Buffalos, elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, Kobs, Impalas among others.

Pakuba Safari Lodge is nestled on the Eastern Bank of the Albert Nile in Murchison Falls National Park overlooking the spectacular River Nile. The lodge location affords panoramic views of the mighty River Nile, sweeping vistas of the surrounding riverine forest below and captivating surrounding wilderness where travelers get the chance to sight Giraffes, Elephants, Antelopes and occasionally Leopards that pay regular visits to the lodge. Our tastefully furnished rooms offer comfort, style and serenity.

Breakfast, go for a game drive in the morning, and return to your lodge of stay for lunch. In the afternoon get on a boat to the bottom of the falls. You might also spot crocodiles, Hippos, elephants and many others. You may hike to the top of the falls. Various birds might be spotted too, like the hornbills, bee-eaters, kingfishers and storks, Egyptian plover, Chestnut crowned sparrow weaver, Rock pratincole, Red winged grey warbler, Pulvus illadopsis among others. Dinner and overnight at the lodge as above.

After breakfast, the driver/guide will drive you to Kidepo Valley National Park in the north-eastern corner of Uganda along the international frontier with South Sudan in Kaabong District. This park is a home to about 86 mammal species and about 500 bird species. Lunch will be enroute and in the evening you will go for a game drive where you may spot lions, cheetah, leopard, bat-eared fox, giraffe, striped hyena, aardwolf, caracal, lesser kudu, Chandlers Mountain reedbuck, klipspringer, dik dik and bright gazelle, Beisa Oryx and roan antelope among others. Or you can go for a community walk and visit the Karamajong families.

Overnight stay at Adere Safari Lodge: Meal Plan: Full board: Travel Time: 6hrs 20mins (320 km)

Breakfast, go for a game drive where you will spot lions, cheetah, leopard, bat-eared fox, giraffe, striped hyena, aardwolf, caracal, lesser kudu, Chandlers Mountain reedbuck, klipspringer, dik-dik and bright gazelle, Beisa Oryx and roan antelope among others. Or you can go for a community walk in the afternoon and visit the Karamajong families to experience the culture. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. Overnight as above.

Breakfast, go for a game drive as you are exiting the park to Sipi falls in Kapchorwa. You may spot various animals while on the game drive. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Overnight stay: Sipi Heritage Lodge: Meal Plan: Full board: Travel Time: 7hrs 40mins (400 km)

Sipi Heritage Lodge: Located on the foothills of Mt. Elgon with spectacular views of the 3 Sipi water falls, this facility has a comfortable, fire side dining, a reading lounge plus a well-stocked bar with wines, bears and spirits. It’s also a home of different bird species, nice arabica coffee and Magical Sunsets.

This morning, you will embark on a guided hike to explore the stunning Falls. Sipi Falls is a series of three waterfalls nestled amidst beautiful landscapes, offering breathtaking views. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the natural pools and marvel at the picturesque scenery. You will have a lunch enroute and proceed to Jinja.

2friends guest House Jinja: Meal Plan: Full board: Travel Time: 3hrs 30mins (200 km)

2friends guest House Jinja

It’s located in a peaceful residential area offering clients a perfect escape especially for those seeking relaxation. This facility has air conditioning in almost all the rooms, DSTV and speedy WIFI. It’s located only 5 mins walk from the rafting club and the horseback riding area is also close. Be sure to enjoy your stay while at 2 friends guest house Jinja.

On this day, you will visit the source of River Nile. There also other OPTIONAL activities you engage in like Bungee Jumping, Quad Biking, white water rafting.

After having your breakfast, you may take a coffee tour or a community visit around the area that has the falls. You may learn various things and also participate in Planting, harvesting and the production process. Lunch will be enroute as you proceed to Kampala/ Entebbe.

Meal Plan: Half board: Travel Time: 2hrs 45mins (130 km)

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