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5 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari & Boat Cruise Featured

  • Type Safari
  • Duration 5
  • Group Size 1 people

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Uganda is renowned for its diverse wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and incredible national parks. This 5-day wildlife safari and boat cruise is designed for travelers who want to experience Uganda’s Big Five, thrilling boat safaris, and breathtaking scenery in some of the country’s most famous parks—Murchison Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park.

This adventure-packed safari combines exciting game drives, scenic boat cruises, and a visit to Murchison Falls, one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world. You’ll also explore the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of hippos and crocodiles.

Perfect for wildlife lovers, photographers, and nature enthusiasts, this tour offers an authentic African safari experience.

Itinerary

DAY 1: TRANSFER FROM KAMPALA/ENTEBBE TO MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK

Your journey begins with a morning pick-up from Kampala or Entebbe, followed by a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most popular wildlife park. Along the way, you’ll pass through lush green landscapes, traditional villages, and vibrant roadside markets. A major highlight of the day is a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can see wild rhinos. Here, you’ll go on a guided rhino tracking walk, giving you a chance to see these incredible creatures up close. After lunch, you’ll continue to Murchison Falls National Park, where you’ll check in at the luxurious Paraa Safari Lodge, located along the mighty Nile River. In the evening, you can relax at the lodge, enjoying the beautiful sunset over the river.

Paraa Safari Lodge (Luxury)   

Breakfast (Not included), Lunch (Included), Dinner (Included)

DAY 2: GAME DRIVE & BOAT CRUISE TO MURCHISON FALLS

Wake up early for a sunrise game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. This vast savannah is home to lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, and antelopes. Your guide will take you to the best wildlife spotting areas, where you’ll have excellent chances of seeing predators hunting and herds of elephants grazing. After the game drive, return to the lodge for a relaxing breakfast before preparing for your afternoon boat safari along the Nile River. This three-hour boat cruise takes you to the base of Murchison Falls, where the Nile crashes through a narrow 7-meter gorge, creating one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world. During the boat trip, expect to see huge pods of hippos, basking crocodiles, herds of elephants, and diverse bird species. The cruise ends with a short hike to the top of Murchison Falls, where you can witness the incredible force of the water from above. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Paraa Safari Lodge (Luxury)   

Meal Plan: Breakfast (Included), Lunch (Included), Dinner (Included)

DAY 3: TRANSFER TO QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

  

DAY 3: TRANSFER TO QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast, check out and embark on a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The journey takes you through beautiful landscapes, tea plantations, and rolling hills. Along the way, you’ll have lunch in Fort Portal, a charming town known for its crater lakes and lush forests. Upon arrival in Queen Elizabeth National Park, check into the Mweya Safari Lodge, which offers breathtaking views of the Kazinga Channel. The evening is free for relaxation as you prepare for an exciting safari the next day.

Mweya Safari Lodge (Luxury)   

Breakfast (Included), Lunch (Included), Dinner (Included)

DAY 4: GAME DRIVE & BOAT CRUISE ON THE KAZINGA CHANNEL

Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, a prime area for spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, and antelopes. If you're lucky, you may spot the elusive leopard. The cool morning temperatures make it the best time to see predators on the hunt. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation before heading out for an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a wildlife-rich waterway that connects Lake Edward and Lake George. The channel is home to one of the largest concentrations of hippos in Africa, along with crocodiles, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species. After the boat cruise, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Mweya Safari Lodge (Luxury)   

Breakfast (Included), Lunch (Included), Dinner (Included)

TRANSFER BACK TO KAMPALA/ENTEBBE

After breakfast, check out and begin the return journey to Kampala or Entebbe. Along the way, you’ll enjoy one last look at Uganda’s breathtaking countryside before stopping for lunch in Mbarara town. By early evening, you’ll arrive in Kampala or Entebbe, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 5-day Uganda wildlife safari.

Not Included   

Breakfast (Included), Lunch (Included), Dinner (Not included)

Includes/Excludes

Entrance fees
Specialized bilingual guide
Private Transport
Parking fees
Landing & facility fees
Entry or admission fee
Wifi
Fuel surcharge
Bus fare
Insurance
Additional Services

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