A 5-day wildlife and chimpanzee tour in Uganda can be an incredible adventure, allowing you to explore the country’s diverse ecosystems and encounter its remarkable wildlife. Here’s a sample itinerary for such a tour:
Note: This is a sample tour and can be customized and detailed.
First Day: Arrival in Entebbe/Kampala
- Arrive at Entebbe International Airport or Kampala, depending on your flight.
- Transfer to your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala for overnight stay.
Second Day 2: Travel to Murchison Falls National Park
- Early breakfast and depart for Murchison Falls National Park in northwestern Uganda (approximately 6-7 hours drive).
- Stop for lunch en route.
- Check in to your lodge near the park for dinner and overnight.
Third day: Game Drive and Boat Safari in Murchison Falls NP
- Welcome to this amazing day of the wildlife and chimpanzee tour . Early morning game drive in the northern sector of the park to spot wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and more.
- Return to the lodge for breakfast and some relaxation.
- Afternoon boat safari on the Nile River to witness the powerful Murchison Falls, crocodiles, hippos, and various bird species.
- Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Forth Day: Chimp Trekking in Budongo Forest
- Drive to Budongo Forest Reserve for chimpanzee trekking.
- Embark on a guided chimpanzee tracking experience through the lush forest.
- Enjoy observing chimpanzees in their natural habitat.
- Return to the lodge in Murchison Falls NP for dinner and relaxation.
Fifth Day: Return to Entebbe/Kampala and Departure
- After breakfast, depart Murchison Falls NP for Entebbe or Kampala.
- Stop for lunch en route.
- Depending on your departure flight time, you can explore Entebbe or Kampala briefly, visiting attractions like the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre or the Uganda Martyrs’ Shrine.
- Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your tour.