11 Day Uganda Exciting Safari Adventure – Discover the Pearl of Africa

11 day Uganda exciting safari adventure is enjoyed as you journey through the country’s most iconic destinations including Jinja, Sipi Falls, Kidepo Valley, Murchison Falls, Budongo Forest, and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This beautifully curated itinerary by Freundlich Safaris Uganda is designed to offer an immersive blend of thrilling adventure, breathtaking scenery, and intimate wildlife encounters. From white water rafting on the Nile to trekking through pristine forests in search of chimpanzees, every day is filled with extraordinary experiences that showcase the natural wonder and cultural richness of the Pearl of Africa.

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kampala

Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a warm welcome is extended by your safari guide before you are comfortably transferred to Kampala. This short but scenic drive introduces you to Uganda’s lush landscape, vibrant roadside communities, and relaxing atmosphere. Depending on your arrival time, an optional Kampala city tour may be enjoyed, featuring highlights such as the Uganda Museum, Baha’i Temple, and local craft markets. Your evening is spent relaxing as you prepare for the journey ahead.
Accommodation: Entebbe or Kampala
Meal Plan: Half Board

Day 2: Kampala to Jinja – Source of the Nile Adventure

A scenic drive toward Jinja is enjoyed after breakfast, passing through Mabira Forest and the rolling sugarcane fields of Lugazi. Upon arrival in Jinja, thrilling adventure activities await, including white water rafting, kayaking, or optional bungee jumping over the Nile. A guided visit to the historic Source of the Nile is undertaken, complemented by a stop at the powerful Itanda Falls. Visitors may explore Jinja town’s colonial architecture and artisan shops before ending the day with a tranquil sunset boat cruise on Lake Victoria.
Accommodation: Around Jinja 
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Missed Jinja Activities – Transfer to Sipi Falls

Any missed Jinja activity is completed in the morning before a scenic transfer to Sipi Falls begins. Beautiful views of tea plantations, terraced farmlands, and the Mount Elgon foothills are enjoyed en route, with a relaxing lunch stop in Mbale. An afternoon arrival in Kapchorwa allows time for rest as you settle into the cool highland atmosphere.
Accommodation: Around sipi or Mbare
Meal Plan: Half Board

Day 4: Sipi Falls Hike – Explore the Elgon Foothills

A refreshing morning hike is undertaken across the three spectacular Sipi waterfalls, where scenic viewpoints, lush farms, and local communities enrich your experience. Optional activities such as abseiling, rock climbing, or a coffee cultural tour with the Bagisu people can be enjoyed. The hike reveals stunning views over the Karamoja plains, offering unmatched photography opportunities. You return to the lodge for a peaceful afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: Same as day 3
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5: Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park

An early departure takes you north toward the remote and untouched wilderness of Kidepo Valley National Park. This long but rewarding drive introduces you to the dramatic landscapes of Karamoja, the towering Moroto Mountains, and traditional manyattas that define the region’s pastoral culture. After a leisurely lunch in Moroto, the journey continues until Kidepo’s vast savannah plains unfold before you.
Accommodation: Around Kidepo or Kalamoja 
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 6: Game Drive & Hot Springs Exploration in Kidepo

A magical game drive through the wildlife rich Narus Valley is enjoyed at sunrise, offering encounters with elephants, buffaloes, lions, giraffes, zebras, and rare species like cheetahs. Elevated viewpoints enhance your wildlife viewing experience. In the afternoon, an excursion to the Kanangorok Hot Springs is undertaken in Kidepo Valley, where ostriches and desert adapted birds roam freely. A cultural visit to a nearby Karimojong community may optionally be added for deeper cultural immersion.
Accommodation: Same as day 5
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 7: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, a scenic journey to Murchison Falls National Park begins, with a relaxing lunch break in Gulu town. The drive reveals typical northern Ugandan landscapes, wildlife sightings, and rural homesteads, making the transfer an experience of its own. You check in at your lodge and unwind as the evening sets in.
Accommodation: Around Murchison falls national park or Around Pakwach town 
Meal Plan: Half Board

Day 8: Nile Boat Cruise, Hike to the Falls & Evening Game Drive

A morning boat cruise along the Nile is enjoyed as hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and diverse birdlife thrive along the riverbanks. Upon reaching the base of Murchison Falls, a guided hike leads you to the top, where the mighty Nile is forced through an 8 meter gorge. After lunch, an evening game drive is undertaken across the northern sector, offering sightings of lions, oribis, hartebeests, Rothschild giraffes, and more.
Accommodation: Same as day 8
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 9: Chimpanzee Trekking in Budongo Forest

A day of primate adventure awaits as you head to Budongo Forest, home to one of Uganda’s largest chimpanzee populations. A guided trek is undertaken, offering thrilling interactions with chimpanzees and sightings of numerous forest birds. Insightful interpretation is provided by expert guides who explain the ecology, behavior, and conservation of this ancient forest.
Accommodation: Around Murchison falls national park or Masindi
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 10: Rhino Tracking at Ziwa – Return to Kampala

A visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is enjoyed for an on-foot rhino tracking experience led by trained rangers. This sanctuary plays a crucial role in restoring Uganda’s rhino population, and your visit supports ongoing conservation efforts. After lunch, the transfer to Kampala continues with optional stops at historical sites including the Luwero Triangle.
Accommodation: Around Kamapala or Entebbe 
Meal Plan: Half Board

Day 11: Transfer to Entebbe – Departure

Your final day is enjoyed at leisure before being transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your outbound flight. Optional visits to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre may be arranged depending on your flight schedule. This marks the end of your memorable Uganda safari adventure with Freundlich Safaris Uganda.

Safari Package Includes

Airport transfers, 4WD safari vehicle transportation, professional English speaking driver/guide, park entrance and ranger fees, chimpanzee trekking, rhino tracking, white water rafting, boat cruises, game drives, accommodation, meals, and bottled water.

Safari Package Excludes

International flights, visa fees, insurance, tips, alcoholic drinks, laundry, and optional activities not listed.

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