This trip is organised for those who have a short time. It combines wildlife and chimpanzee tracking with game drives and a boat trip. It takes you to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kalinzu Forest Reserve. We recommend that your check-in time is around 8:00 pm on the last day!
This safari offers an exciting mix of wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural experiences. Here’s a closer look at what you can expect during your tour:
Expect incredible wildlife sightings during game drives, where you’ll come face-to-face with lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and many other species.
Game Drives: The pop-up roof minivans give you unobstructed views for a truly immersive experience.
Chimpanzee Trekking: Track the endangered mountain gorillas and meet Uganda’s fascinating primates in their natural habitat.
Boat Trips: Cruise on the Nile or Kazinga Channel, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water-loving birds.
Enjoy scenic road trips through lush forests, rolling hills, and vast savannah plains. Each day will bring a new landscape to admire, from the dense rainforests of Bwindi to the open savannah of Murchison Falls.
Rest and relax at well-selected budget-friendly lodges.
Stay in Engiri Game Lodge on the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park, with the possibility of spotting wildlife just outside your room.
All accommodations are equipped with comfortable amenities, and meals are included so you can focus entirely on enjoying your trip.
Travel with a small group of up to 7 people, providing a more personal, social experience.
Shared tours make it easier to meet fellow travelers, share the excitement, and create lasting memories.
If you’re a single traveler, this is a great opportunity to join a group and share the adventure.
The tour can start any day if availability permits, offering you flexibility in planning.
You can also customize parts of the tour to suit your preferences, whether it’s adding extra days, upgrading accommodation, or including special activities.
From the adrenaline rush of a game drive or gorilla trekking to the peaceful serenity of Lake Bunyonyi, this tour offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.
Take breaks to visit local markets and shop for souvenirs at key spots, like the Equator in Kayabwe.
You’ll also have opportunities to interact with local communities, learning about their cultures and way of life.
Amazing memories and incredible photos of Uganda’s wildlife and landscapes.
A deeper connection to nature and conservation efforts in this stunning part of the world.
An unforgettable adventure filled with new friendships, thrilling experiences, and a sense of discovery.
Your journey begins as you drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, a park often referred to as the “Medley of Wonders” due to its incredible biodiversity and variety of wildlife. Located in southwestern Uganda, this park offers a perfect blend of savannah, forests, wetlands, and lakes.
Your drive to the park will take you through the picturesque Ugandan countryside, passing through rolling hills, local villages, and stunning landscapes. Along the way, enjoy the views of the Rwenzori Mountains in the distance, offering a perfect photo opportunity.
If you arrive early enough, you can opt for an evening game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. This is the perfect time to spot nocturnal animals and watch the wildlife as they become more active during the cooler evening hours.
Elephants: Majestic herds roaming through the park’s plains.
Lions: Known to be found in the park, along with other predators like hyenas.
Antelopes: Including the Uganda kob, a species unique to the region.
Buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs, and baboons can also be spotted during the drive.
You’ll return to your lodge for dinner and rest after your first exciting day in the park.
Check-in to your comfortable accommodation within the park or nearby, where you can unwind and enjoy your first night in this incredible wilderness.
Start your day early with a delicious breakfast at the lodge before heading out for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The park is renowned for its biodiversity, making it one of the top destinations for wildlife viewing in Uganda. Despite not being the largest park, it is home to 95 mammal species and 610 bird species!
Elephants: Large herds grazing or crossing the park’s plains.
Buffaloes: Commonly seen in groups, especially near water sources.
Lions: Often found lounging in the grass or resting in the shade.
Leopards: A bit more elusive, but you may get a lucky glimpse.
Uganda Kobs: The park’s iconic antelope species, often seen in large herds.
Giraffes, warthogs, baboons, and more.
This early game drive offers some of the best chances for wildlife sightings, so keep your camera ready!
Return to Engiri Game Lodge, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch with stunning views of the park’s wilderness. You’ll have some time to relax and reflect on your morning adventure.
After lunch, head to the southern part of the park for an exciting boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that connects Lake Edward and Lake George. This is one of the best spots for wildlife and birdwatching in the park.
🔍 What to Expect on the Boat Cruise:
Elephants: Often seen drinking water along the banks.
Hippos: Large pods can be spotted floating or emerging from the water.
Crocodiles: Lazing in the sun along the shores.
Water Birds: Watch for colorful species such as pelicans, kingfishers, and herons.
Buffaloes and Antelopes: Commonly seen coming to the water to drink.
The boat cruise provides a unique perspective of the park’s wildlife, and the cool breeze on the water adds to the experience.
Your final day on this safari offers one last thrilling wildlife experience—chimpanzee tracking—before heading back to Entebbe for your flight.
After an early breakfast, you will head to the forest for an unforgettable chimpanzee tracking experience.
Arrive at the park headquarters for a briefing session on the tracking experience.
You’ll be divided into small groups and assigned an experienced park ranger guide.
The tracking experience lasts around 3 hours, depending on the movement of the chimpanzees.
Once you find the chimpanzees, you will spend a full hour observing them in their natural habitat.
Along the way, you may also spot other primates like colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys, and red-tailed monkeys, as well as colorful bird species.
✅ Tips for Chimpanzee Tracking:
Wear comfortable hiking shoes as the forest trails may be uneven.
Carry enough drinking water to stay hydrated.
Bring a camera (without flash) to capture memorable moments.
After completing your chimpanzee tracking adventure, you will embark on your journey back to Entebbe.
🚏 Stop at the Equator in Kayabwe
Take photos at the famous Equator landmark—one foot in the Northern Hemisphere and the other in the Southern Hemisphere!
Enjoy a brief break and shop for souvenirs such as handmade crafts, art, and Ugandan keepsakes.
Upon arrival in Entebbe, you will be dropped off at the airport for your departure flight.
No accommodation is included for this night, but it can be arranged at an extra cost if needed.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch (Dinner not included).
Drinks: Drinking water is provided (Other drinks not included).
This safari has taken you through Uganda’s incredible landscapes, from savannah game drives to boat cruises and primate tracking. You’ve encountered lions, elephants, gorillas, chimpanzees, and so much more.
✨ Memories made. Stories to tell. A safari experience like no other! ✨
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