Day 1Entebbe
Arrival in Entebbe
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport you are welcomed by our concierge team, assisted through arrival formalities and transferred to your luxury hotel. Relax after your journey and enjoy a fine dinner as you prepare for your safari.
Day 2Lake Victoria
Discover Entebbe and Lake Victoria
Begin with a guided birding excursion to the renowned Mabamba wetlands, home to the elusive shoebill stork and hundreds of other species. Later in the afternoon you unwind on a private sunset cruise across the tranquil waters of Lake Victoria, enjoying spectacular scenery and refreshments.
Day 3Kidepo Valley
Fly to Kidepo Valley National Park
After breakfast you take a scheduled flight to spectacular Kidepo Valley, one of Africa's most remote and untouched wildernesses. Your private guide transfers you to your lodge before an evening game drive in search of lion, elephant, giraffe, buffalo and cheetah against the park's dramatic mountain backdrop.
Day 4Kidepo Valley
Explore Kidepo Valley National Park
Spend the day exploring one of Africa's last true wildernesses on morning and afternoon game drives. Kidepo rewards with large herds of buffalo, elephant, zebra and ostrich, along with its many predators, all set within breathtaking scenery.
Day 5Murchison Falls
Fly to Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast you fly to Murchison Falls, pausing on arrival at the top of the falls where the mighty Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before plunging dramatically below. You then continue to your luxury lodge in a private wildlife conservancy, with an evening game drive hosted by the lodge.
Day 6Murchison Falls
Safari in Murchison Falls National Park
Experience the rich wildlife of Uganda's largest national park on morning and afternoon game drives across the vast savannah. Look out for elephant, lion, giraffe, buffalo, antelope and an abundance of birdlife along the way.
Day 7Murchison Falls
Leisure in the Wilderness
Today is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Relax at the lodge, take in the surrounding wilderness or simply savour the exceptional hospitality before continuing your safari.
Day 8Kibale
Fly to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast you transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight via Kasese to Kibale Forest, the primate capital of East Africa. On arrival you transfer to your luxury forest lodge and spend the remainder of the day relaxing amid the lush rainforest.
Day 9Kibale
Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Community
Following an early breakfast you head into Kibale Forest for one of Africa's finest chimpanzee tracking experiences, observing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat. Afterwards you visit the nearby Bigodi Community, known for its rich culture and conservation initiatives.
Day 10Queen Elizabeth
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After a leisurely breakfast you drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, pausing at the Uganda Equator for photographs. You continue to the jetty for a scenic boat transfer to your luxury lodge set within an exclusive private game reserve.
Day 11Queen Elizabeth
Explore the Kyambura Game Reserve
Spend the day discovering the diverse wildlife of the Kyambura Game Reserve through morning and afternoon shared game drives and lodge activities. The reserve offers excellent opportunities to encounter elephant, buffalo, antelope and numerous bird species.
Day 12Queen Elizabeth
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kyambura Gorge
After breakfast and a briefing, descend into the spectacular Kyambura Gorge in search of its habituated chimpanzees, an atmospheric trek through a forest-filled valley. You return to the lodge for a relaxing afternoon.
Day 13Bwindi Impenetrable
Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
You transfer to Kasese airstrip for your scheduled flight to Bwindi, where your private guide transfers you to your luxury lodge on the edge of the ancient rainforest. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing in preparation for tomorrow's extraordinary adventure.
Day 14Bwindi Impenetrable
Gorilla Trekking Experience
Today marks the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast and a briefing, you trek through Bwindi's ancient rainforest in search of an endangered mountain gorilla family, and an hour spent in their company ranks among the world's most profound wildlife experiences.
Day 15Bwindi Impenetrable
Gorilla Habituation Experience
Enjoy the rare opportunity to take part in the gorilla habituation experience, spending up to four unforgettable hours with a semi-habituated gorilla family alongside researchers and conservationists. You return to the lodge for a well-earned afternoon of relaxation.
Day 16Jinja
Fly to Entebbe and Transfer to Jinja
After breakfast you fly back to Entebbe and meet your driver for the scenic journey to Jinja. You check into your luxury lodge on a private island in the River Nile, where the pace slows and relaxation begins.
Day 17Jinja
Relax on the River Nile
A blissful day enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the Nile. Simply unwind at the lodge or choose from optional activities including a sunset Nile cruise, white-water rafting, kayaking, horse riding, quad biking or a spa treatment.
Day 18Jinja
Island Days on the Nile
Another unhurried day in your private island sanctuary on the river, the perfect counterpoint to the wildlife of the safari. Fill it with adventure on the water or with quiet relaxation, exactly as you please.
Day 19Entebbe
Return to Entebbe
After breakfast you depart Jinja and return to Entebbe, where you enjoy your final evening in Uganda with a farewell dinner at your luxury hotel.
Day 20Departure
Departure
After breakfast you are transferred to Entebbe International Airport in time for your onward international flight, bringing your luxury journey through Uganda to a close.
