The Essential 4-Day Uganda Safari Tour Overview
This 4-Day Essential Uganda Safari Tour visits the Queen Elizabeth and Kibale National Parks. This will enable you to see what beauties Uganda has in store. Take a savory boat drive in the Kazinga Channel and enjoy wild drives in search of buffaloes, elephants, lions that climb trees. Accommodation, meals, park fees, transportation, and chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest are included.
With prices between $1500 and $2000, you can be sure of a thorough and amazing experience during this Essential 4-Day Uganda Safari Tour.
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Itinerary for The Essential 4-Day Uganda Safari Tour: Queen Elizabeth & Kibale Safari
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Your 4-day adventure begins with an early morning departure from Kampala. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or the airport, and you’ll Begin on a scenic drive westward to Queen Elizabeth National Park. As you travel, you’ll pass through beautiful Ugandan landscapes, including lush green hills and vast tea plantations.
Upon arrival at the park, you’ll check into your lodge or camp, where you’ll be staying for the next two nights. After settling in, enjoy a relaxing lunch while taking in the stunning views of the park. In the late afternoon, you’ll go on your first game drive. This initial safari experience offers a chance to spot elephants, buffaloes, lions, and various antelope species. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, immersed in the natural beauty of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 2: Game Drives and Boat Cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, a prime area for wildlife viewing. The early hours provide the best opportunities to see predators like lions and leopards as they hunt. You’ll also encounter large herds of elephants and buffaloes, as well as a variety of bird species.
After the morning game drive, return to your lodge for a hearty breakfast and some relaxation. In the afternoon, Begin on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake George to Lake Edward. This boat trip offers close-up views of hippos, crocodiles, and a plethora of birdlife, including pelicans, kingfishers, and African fish eagles. The shores of the channel are also frequented by elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes coming to drink.
After the boat cruise, you’ll return to your lodge for dinner. Enjoy a peaceful evening, perhaps stargazing or sharing stories of the day’s adventures with fellow travellers.
Day 3: Transfer to Kibale National Park and Chimpanzee Tracking.
After an early breakfast, you’ll depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and head towards Kibale National Park, renowned for its primate population. The drive offers scenic views and a chance to spot more wildlife along the way. Upon arrival at Kibale, you’ll check into your lodge and have lunch.
In the afternoon, you’ll go on a guided chimpanzee tracking excursion in Kibale Forest. This dense rainforest is home to the largest population of chimpanzees in Uganda. Accompanied by experienced trackers, you’ll venture into the forest in search of these fascinating primates. Watching the chimpanzees as they play, forage, and interact in their natural habitat is a captivating experience.
After your chimpanzee tracking adventure, you’ll return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. The evening can be spent relaxing and enjoying the sounds of the forest.
Day 4: Nature Walk and Return to Kampala
Your final day begins with a leisurely breakfast at your lodge. Afterwards, you have the option to take a guided nature walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, located near Kibale National Park. This walk offers a chance to see various bird species, primates, and other wildlife in their natural environment.
Following the nature walk, you’ll start your journey back to Kampala. The return drive provides more opportunities to appreciate Uganda’s beautiful landscapes. You’ll stop for lunch en route and continue to Kampala, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening. Your guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your exciting 4-day safari tour.
Price inclusions and exclusions
Price Inclusions for The Essential 4-Day Uganda Safari Tour
- All game drives as shown in the itinerary
- Services of experienced and professional tour guide/driver
- Accommodations for your holiday stay
- Park entry fees
- Meals as specified in the itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Pick up and drop off from your lodging place and tour arrival/departure point
- All taxes and service fees included in the services
- Transfer & transport charges for the excursions
Price Exclusions for The Essential 4-Day Uganda Safari Tour
- Medical insurance for the traveller
- Local and International flights cost
- Visa cost
- Expenses of a personal nature such as shopping in curio shops
- Airport Taxes
- Gratuities and tips for guide and driver
- Optional activities not specified in the itinerary (e.g., hot air balloon ride)