12-day pearl of africa adventure – midrange.
Overview
Embark on an enthralling 12-day pearl of africa adventure journey through Uganda’s splendor, the renowned Pearl of Africa. This adventure, designed with meticulous attention to detail, seamlessly marries the ruggedness of exploration with the tranquility of mid-range retreats. From the solitary strides of wild rhinos at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to the awe-inspiring Murchison Falls and the mist-clad mountains of Bwindi, your expedition promises an unmatched display of natural opulence.
As you traverse the verdant landscapes of Kibale, you’ll be invited to peer into the world of our primate cousins, the chimpanzees, amidst a symphony of biodiversity. The journey unfolds into Queen Elizabeth National Park, where the wild tapestry includes everything from tree-climbing lions to the leisurely float of hippos in the Kazinga Channel. The experience is heightened by the allure of the impenetrable Bwindi Forest, the realm of the majestic mountain gorillas, where every leafy path leads to an encounter with these gentle giants.
Concluding the 12-day pearl of Africa adventure in the peaceful savannahs of Lake Mburo National Park, you’ll walk with zebras and impalas, dine under the stars, and drift to sleep with the sounds of the wild as your lullaby. At every stop, indulge in carefully selected mid-range lodgings that promise not just a bed, but a sanctuary to unwind, reflecting on the day’s wild encounters and cultural immersions. This Pearl of Africa adventure is more than a trip; it’s a carefully strung necklace of experiences, each a bead of wonder, all together creating a story you’ll yearn to tell.
Highlight
- safari destination is in the northwest and southwestern parts of Uganda
- Safari journey starts and ends in Entebbe
- adventure takes place in Murchison Falls, Bwindi Impenetrable, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo National Parks
- transfer from and back to Entebbe International Airport
- additional accommodation before the tour and the day after can be arranged at an extra cost
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Gateway to the Wilderness
- Land at Entebbe International Airport, where our guide will greet you with the warmth of Ugandan hospitality.
- Transfer to a tranquil hotel set amidst lush tropical gardens.
- Spend the evening at leisure, perhaps indulging in a culinary introduction to Ugandan flavors at the hotel’s reputable restaurant.
- Overnight in Entebbe.
Day 2: Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Encounter with Giants
- Begin your journey via hoima- masindi route, You will have lunch in masindi town where you will be introduced to the local delicacy of africa.
- You will have enroute scenic drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, a conservation triumph for the endangered rhinoceros.Experience the thrill of tracking rhinos on foot, guided by expert rangers.
- Continue the drive to Murchison Falls National Park, renowned for its breathtaking waterfall and diverse wildlife.Check into a charming lodge by the Nile, promising postcard-perfect sunsets.Overnight near Murchison Falls.
Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – A Symphony of Nature
- Embark on a morning safari drive. Watch the savannah come alive with herds of buffalo, elephants, and prides of lions. From the game drive, you will head to the lodge for lunch then come back for hike on the top of the falls in the afternoon.
- the evening boat cruise down the nile. The sun downer boat cruise is an opportunity for you to see alot of animals by the water edge and also of bird species, crocodiles and hippo schools. You will head back to the lodge for and Overnight near Murchison Falls.
Day 4: depart Murchison Falls to Kibale Forest – Primate Paradise
- In the morning you will have breakfast at the lodge and then Depart for the enchanting Kibale Forest, a haven for 13 primate species. The journey will take you southwards to the primate capital of the world.
- You will reach in the afternoon,Settle into a lodge that offers the symphony of the forest, enhancing the aura of wilderness. After cheking in you will have lunch at the lodge and rest for awhile.
- In the evening, you can Enjoy an optional twilight walk to spot nocturnal creatures, or unwind at your lodge’s terrace listening to the forest’s natural orchestra. You will have an epic Overnight in Kibale Forest.
Day 5: Kibale Forest Chimpanzee Trek – Intimate Encounters
- Morning will start with a venture into Kibale’s heart for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience. You willhave a chance to Observe these charismatic primates up-close in their natural habitat, a truly mesmerizing experience.
- After the chimpanzee trekkingactivityb you will head to the lodge and have lunch, then prepare for the evening adventure. The forest walks will offer you a chance to Explore the diverse ecosystems of the park on an afternoon walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a birder’s paradise.
- You can also join the community visit in bigodi village where you will Engage with local communities and learn about conservation efforts. After,you will get back to the lodge for refreshment, dinner and Overnight in Kibale Forest.
Day 6: depart Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park – A Tapestry of Biodiversity
- The morning of the six day will have you enjoying breakfast at the lodge before embaking in the journey to the south towards queen elizabeth national park. Journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, serves a picturesque landscape dotted with lakes, savannah, and the mystic Rwenzori Mountain backdrop and a couple of undulating hills and beautiful valleys.
- You will have and enroute for lunch in fortportal town and also enjoy the town. Reaching the park in the evening, you will Set out on an evening boat cruise along the kazinga channel where you will have a chance to enjoy vistas of a wide range of bird species, alot of animals along the water edge of the nile like crocodiles, hippos, baboons, elephants, and a chance to see lions too.
- From the boat cruise you will head back and retire to a lodge where the call of the wild is the backdrop to your dreams. You will refresh, have dinner and an Overnight in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Cruise and Lions
- The Dawn will have you join the research team for lion tracking in the savan plains of queen elizabeth national park. This is a scientific experience with professional rangers . the duration for the activity is majorly determined by the research team.
- In the afternoon you will have lunch at the lodge and then the towards the south trough ishasha where you will get marvels of the tree climbing lions; its queen elizabeth national park’s highlight and the climax for most of the adventure safaris uganda.
- You will return to the lodge where you will enjoy the evening time in the tranquility of the wilderness, chill by the pool side , the bar as you wait for dinner and a nights res
Day 8: depart Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi – In Pursuit of Gorillas
- The moring at the lodge for breakfast will be the beginning of a nother day. You will check out of the lidge and embark on the journey to Travel to the mystical Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the sanctuary of the mountain gorilla. The drive will take you through the Traverse equatorial villages and coffee plantations, breaking for photographic moments and cultural exchanges.
- You will reach bwindi impenetrable national park in the evening, check into your lodge and then Enjoy an evening nestled on the edge of Bwindi, where the mist-covered hillsides are home to the gentle giants.you will have the nigh in bwindi impenetrabla national park while waiting for the next days adventure.
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – A Life-Changing Trail
- The day for the trek will start with a briefing at the ugand wildlife authority headquarters in bwindi impenetrable national park. Being a very delicate experience, a briefing is vital to get you equipped with all the rules and guideline for gorilla trekking before the actual activity.
- From the briefing,With anticipation,you will enter the dense forest for your gorilla trek, a profound wildlife encounter that’s a pinnacle of eco-tourism.Spending an hour in the company of these magnificent creatures, observing their family dynamics and gentle nature.and after trek back from teh forest and to your safari lodge.
- You will have lunch at the lodge, and also have rest to enjoy the scenery as you Reflect on this unique experience at your lodge, overlooking the primeval forest canopy. You will stay an Overnight in Bwindi.
Day 10: depart Bwindi impenetrable national park to Lake Mburo – Savannah Sojourn
- You will have an early morning english break fast at the lodge then Depart for the acacia-dotted landscapes of Lake Mburo National Park.you will take the kabale route to mbarara where you will have lunch at igingi cultural center and also enjoy a few minutes enjoying the ambience of the area, befor continuing with the journey.
- You will reach lake mburo national park in the afternoon, check into your lodge and then Embark on an evening boat excursion on the lake, a sanctuary for hippos and birds. The sunset on lake mburo national park is so emotional as it bring out the bueaty of the evining in the wild.
- From the boat cruise, you will enjoy the nature walks around your lodge as you gaze at the different animals like the baboons, warthogs, zebras if any together with the scenic views if the area. You will have dinner and Overnight in Lake Mburo National Park.
Day 11: Lake Mburo National Park – Walking Safari and Return to Civilization
- You will have break fast at he lodge ant then Delve into the African bush on a guided walking safari, getting up close with the park’s wildlife.you will have a chance to see the zebra in the fields, african elephants, warthogs, baboons, panglons among others.
- From the nature walk, you will head back to the lodge for lunch, then join the trail to encounter the villages near the national park. You will enjoy learning about about the traditions of the banyakole natives of the area.
- Then head back to the lodge nad have a reast, interacting with colleagues, and reflecting on the epic experience. You can also use this time to review different destinations on booking platforms. You will have a night’s rest at the lodge in lake mburo national park.
Day 12: departure back to entebbe.
- You will travel back to entebbe via the mbarara maska high way where you will have a lunch stop at kayambe, where you will also enjoy taking photos at the equator, enjoy the souvenir shops and interaction with the local people,in case.
- Reaching entebbe in the evening, you will be taken to the airport,you will either wait for yur flight back home, or enjoy the visit to the botanical gardens and time at the beach ,depending on your return ticket, you will eithe book a n=hotel for a nich in entebbe, or return home.
Let this journey be the one you recount with sparkling eyes and a yearning heart. Take the leap, book your safari with Tahfeez Tours and Travel, and come to uncover the hidden jewels of Uganda, where every path leads to discovery and every sunrise promises adventure.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Park fees
- Gorilla permits
- Chimp permits
- All activities as stated in the day by day
- All accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- All Transportations
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- Drinking water
Excluded
- International Fligths (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees