Africa · Uganda
This adventurous itinerary traverses the emerald heart of Uganda, climbing from the shores of Lake Victoria to the misty heights of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
This adventurous itinerary traverses the emerald heart of Uganda, climbing from the shores of Lake Victoria to the misty heights of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The route winds through the country’s most celebrated ecosystems, from the thunderous Murchison Falls to the expansive plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering total immersion in East Africa's most pristine wilderness.
The centerpiece of the experience is an encounter with primates and diverse wildlife. Through expert-led game drives and guided treks, guests explore habitats that are home to chimpanzees, lions, leopards, elephants, and the rare mountain gorilla. The landscape shifts dramatically from lush rainforests to open savannahs, enriched by cultural encounters with local communities, including the forest Pygmies, all within a setting of UNESCO-recognised biodiversity.
Travel is conducted in 4x4 Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs to ensure maximum visibility during safaris, accompanied by expert Italian-speaking guides. Balancing the adrenaline of wildlife sightings with the serenity of river cruises, this tour provides comprehensive coverage of the country’s premier reserves and national parks.
12 days in the programme
Departure on an international flight for your international flight to Uganda Departure on an international flight for your international flight to Uganda. Upon arrival in Entebbe, located on the shores of Lake Victoria, you will be transferred to your accommodation for check-in.
Transfer to the capital, Kampala Transfer to the capital, Kampala. The day is dedicated to a first introduction to Ugandan culture and atmosphere as you prepare for the expedition towards the northern regions.
Depart by 4x4 vehicle for Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest reserve Depart by 4x4 vehicle for Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest reserve. The journey leads into a vast wilderness covering approximately 5,000 square kilometres, where nature remains entirely untamed.
A full day exploring the park and its spectacular waterfalls, where the Victoria Nile forces its way through a narrow rock cleft with immense power A full day exploring the park and its spectacular waterfalls, where the Victoria Nile forces its way through a narrow rock cleft with immense power. Enjoy a photographic safari in search of lions, elephants, and giraffes across the Karuma and Budongo reserves.
A guided excursion into the Budongo Forest for a chimpanzee trekking experience A guided excursion into the Budongo Forest for a chimpanzee trekking experience. The journey then continues to the Bugoma Forest Reserve, further exploring these vital forest ecosystems.
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s greatest biodiversity sanctuaries, characterised by a striking blend of savannah and wetlands.
A full day dedicated to game drives within the park A full day dedicated to game drives within the park. This reserve protects over 10 species of primates and numerous Big Five members, offering extraordinary photographic opportunities across the plains and waterways.
Travel through the Ishasha sector, famous for its iconic landscapes, before climbing toward the high-altitude Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its incredible biodi Travel through the Ishasha sector, famous for its iconic landscapes, before climbing toward the high-altitude Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its incredible biodiversity.
A day dedicated to the profound experience of trekking to meet mountain gorillas amidst the dense forest vegetation A day dedicated to the profound experience of trekking to meet mountain gorillas amidst the dense forest vegetation. There will also be an opportunity to meet the local Pygmy communities who inhabit the park area.
A long return journey to the capital, Kampala, leaving the rainforest mountains behind to travel back through the country's ever-changing central landscapes.
Transfer to Entebbe Airport in time for your onward flight, following final formalities and a last farewell to Uganda.
Arrival at the final destination and conclusion of services.
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