12 DAYS UGANDA SAFARI
This carefully designed 12-day itinerary combines culture, adventure, scenery, and wildlife. Explore Kampala’s royal heritage, the Source of the Nile in Jinja, the crater lakes of Fort Portal, and finish with classic safari experiences in Murchison Falls National Park.
Day 1: Arrival in Kampala
- On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by your professional driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Kampala.
- Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the hotel or take an optional evening stroll around the city.
Accommodation: Fairway Boutique Hotel
Meal Plan: BB (Breakfast)
Day 2: Kampala City Tour – Culture & History
- Visit Kabaka’s Palace (Lubiri), the official residence of the Buganda King.
- Explore Kasubi Tombs, the resting place of Buganda kings.
- Visit Aga Khan Mosque, one of the largest mosques in East Africa with panoramic views of Kampala.
Accommodation: Fairway Boutique Hotel
Meal Plan: HB (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 3: Kampala → Jinja | Source of the Nile
- Drive east to Jinja, passing through tea and sugar plantations and Mabira Forest.
- Visit the Source of the Nile.
- Explore Itanda Falls and stroll around Jinja town.
Accommodation: 2 Friends Guesthouse, Jinja
Meal Plan: HB (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 4: Jinja → Fort Portal | Scenic Crater Lakes
- Drive westwards to Fort Portal with views of the Rwenzori Mountains.
- Explore the Crater Lakes region.
Accommodation: Mountains of the Moon Hotel, Fort Portal
Meal Plan: FB (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Day 5: Fort Portal Exploration – Culture & Faith
- Visit the Fort Portal Ismail Mosque.
- Guided walk through Fort Portal town and local markets.
- Optional visit to Amabere ga Nyinamwiru Caves.
Accommodation: Mountains of the Moon Hotel, Fort Portal
Meal Plan: FB (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Day 6: Fort Portal → Murchison Falls National Park
- Travel northwards to Murchison Falls National Park.
- Check in at Twiga Safari Lodge with views of the Nile.
Accommodation: Twiga Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: FB (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Day 7 & 8: Murchison Falls National Park – Safari & River Experience
- Morning game drives to spot elephants, giraffes, buffalo, lions, leopards, and antelopes.
- Afternoon boat safari to the base of the falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birds.
- Hike to the Top of the Falls to witness the Nile’s dramatic plunge.
Accommodation: Twiga Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: FB (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Day 9: Murchison → Kampala
- Return to Kampala and check in at Fairway Boutique Hotel.
Meal Plan: HB (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 10: Kampala Leisure Day
- Optional city tour, Uganda Museum, or shopping at craft markets.
- Relax at hotel facilities.
Meal Plan: HB
Day 11: Kampala Relaxation
- Enjoy hotel pool, gardens, and leisure time.
Meal Plan: HB
Day 12: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Entebbe International Airport for departure.
Meal Plan: BB (Breakfast)
✅ What’s Included
- Airport transfers (pick-up & drop-off)
- Ground transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
- All accommodations as mentioned
- Meal plans as indicated (BB, HB, FB)
- All entry fees to sites and National Parks
- Game drives & boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
- Government taxes and levies
❌ What’s Not Included
- International flights & visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities not mentioned (e.g., white water rafting in Jinja)
- Tips & gratuities
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, phone bills)
Please Note:
- Itinerary can be tailored to your preferences.
- All national park visits and activities depend on availability.