{"id":15556,"date":"2023-03-20T11:43:15","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T08:43:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/?post_type=trip&#038;p=15556"},"modified":"2025-06-05T09:27:30","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T06:27:30","slug":"16-days-uganda-safari","status":"publish","type":"trip","link":"https:\/\/tulambule.com\/old\/tour\/16-days-uganda-safari\/","title":{"rendered":"16 Days Uganda Safari, Primates, Wildlife &#038; Cultural Encounters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>On this\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari<\/strong>, you will track wild Chimps in\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/kibale-forest-national-park\/\">Kibale Forest<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and Mountain Gorillas in<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park\/\"><strong>\u00a0Bwindi Impenetrable Forest<\/strong><\/a>, where half of the world\u2019s remaining 1063 mountain gorillas live. Encountering these Great Apes is definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, never to be forgotten!<\/p>\n<p>In between, you\u2019ll enjoy a thrilling game drives and boat cruises in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo National Parks, and track wild rhinos on foot in Ziwa Sanctuary.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also relax at scenic Lake Bunyonyi. Here you can enjoy activities like boat cruise, canoe ride, hiking, and zip ling.<\/p>\n<p>To make sure that you also interact with the local communities, we have several village and community walks that will take you to the nearby villages to learn more about the people and their cultures in Uganda.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll finish your\u00a0<strong>16 days Uganda safari<\/strong>\u00a0in\u00a0<strong>Jinja to see the source of the Nile<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 the point at which the world\u2019s longest river exits Africa\u2019s largest lake to begin an epic 6700km journey to the Mediterranean Sea. Jinja is a hot spot for adventures: white water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking, and mountain biking, quad biking, etc.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Main Safari Activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest<\/li>\n<li>Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest<\/li>\n<li>On-foot rhino tracking in\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/ziwa-rhino-sanctuary\/\">Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Searching for rare tree-climbing lions<\/li>\n<li>Thrilling safari goat cruises and game drives<\/li>\n<li>Visiting the top of the powerful Murchison Falls<\/li>\n<li>Relaxation on the scenic and serene\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/things-to-do-at-lake-bunyonyi\/\">Lake Bunyonyi<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Interactive village community walks\/tours<\/li>\n<li>Game walk in Lake Mburo National Park<\/li>\n<li>Photo-shoot at the Uganda Equator crossing<\/li>\n<li>Relaxation at the source of Nile River, Jinja<\/li>\n<li>Optional white-water rafting along the Nile River<\/li>\n<li>Optional sunset boat cruise to the source of the Nile River<\/li>\n<li>Optional\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/things-to-do-in-kampala\/\">Kampala city tour<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Optional canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Day 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Arrive at Entebbe International Airport &amp; Transfer to Your Hotel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Travel to\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/murchison-falls-national-park\/\">Murchison Falls National Park<\/a><\/strong>, Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Enroute.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 3:<\/strong>\u00a0Morning Game Drives in the Northern Savannah Plains &amp; Afternoon Boat Cruise to the Bottom of Murchison Falls.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 4:\u00a0<\/strong>Nile Delta Boat Cruise with a Bush Breakfast &amp; Game Drive.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 5:<\/strong>\u00a0Visit the top of the falls &amp; transfer to Kibale Forest National Park<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 6:\u00a0<\/strong>Morning Chimpanzee Trekking &amp; Afternoon Bigodi Community Walk.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 7:\u00a0<\/strong>Travel to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/queen-elizabeth-national-park\/\"><strong>Queen Elizabeth National Park<\/strong><\/a>, late afternoon game drive<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 8:\u00a0<\/strong>Morning game drive in Kasenyi Sector &amp; afternoon Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 9:\u00a0<\/strong>Crater Lake Drive with a Visit to Katwe Salt Lake Community. Transfer to Ishasha Sector, the home of tree-climbing lions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 10:\u00a0<\/strong>Game Drive in Ishasha Sector &amp; transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 11:<\/strong>\u00a0Do Gorilla trekking in Bwindi &amp; travel to the nearby Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 12:\u00a0<\/strong>Whole day Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi; Optional Activities: Boat Cruise, Canoeing, Hiking, or Community village walk.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 13:\u00a0<\/strong>Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. Have a Lunch stop at Igongo Cultural Centre, and an evening game drive on arrival.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 14:\u00a0<\/strong>Morning game walks in<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/lake-mburo-national-park\/\">\u00a0Lake Mburo National Park<\/a><\/strong>. Visit the Uganda Equator at Kayabwe &amp; Drive to Jinja \u2013 the Source of the Nile River.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 15:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Whole Day at Leisure. Optional Adventure Activities: White Water Rafting, Sunset boat cruise, Kayaking, Bungee Jumping, Spot Fishing, mountain biking, quad biking, and horseback safari.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 16:\u00a0<\/strong>Drive back to Kampala\/<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/things-to-do-in-entebbe\/\">Entebbe<\/a><\/strong>; Optional Kampala City Tour.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Details<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong><u>Day 1: Arrive in Entebbe<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On days one of your\u00a0<strong>16 days Uganda safari<\/strong>, you\u2019ll be arriving in Uganda via Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Our safari company representative will be at the airport to meet you and welcome you.<\/p>\n<p>From the airport you\u2019ll be transferred to your hotel in Entebbe to get settled in.<\/p>\n<p>This small peaceful town sits on the shores of Lake Victoria (Africa\u2019s largest lake), about 40km southwest of the capital, Kampala. It is the perfect spot to rest, relax, and adjust to your first day in Uganda.<\/p>\n<p>If your flight lands early enough in the day, then your guide can take you for a tour of one or more Entebbe attractions.<\/p>\n<p>You can visit the\u00a0<strong>Uganda Wildlife Education Centre<\/strong>\u00a0to see and learn about the native wildlife of Uganda or take a nature walk in the beautiful Entebbe Botanical Gardens to see more than 300 species of exotic plants and a variety of Uganda birds and the beautiful colobus monkeys.<\/p>\n<p>You can also explore the local markets to buy souvenirs,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tulambule.com\/mabamba-swamp\/\"><strong>Mabamba Swamp\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>to see the rare Shoebill birds or visit the orphaned chimpanzees at Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Lake Victoria.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury<\/strong>: Hotel No.5\/Serena Lake Victoria Resort\/Protea Hotel Entebbe<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range:<\/strong>\u00a02 Friends Beach Hotel Entebbe\/Boma Hotel Entebbe<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Airport Guest House<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan<\/strong>: Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<h3><strong><u>Day 2: Travel To Murchison Falls National Park<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On day two of your\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari<\/strong>, you will rise with the bright, beautiful Ugandan sun and enjoy a delicious breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>After that, you will embark on a drive of approximately 6 hours northwest to Murchison Falls National Park \u2013 a gorgeous haven of nature and wildlife. Along the way, you will make a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place where you can see and photograph wild rhinos in Uganda.<\/p>\n<p>You will be briefed by an expert local ranger and then take a 2 hour rhino tracking adventure on foot. The ranger will guide you safely to within about 70-100 feet of these powerful pre-historic looking creatures for the best views.<\/p>\n<p>After encountering the white rhinos, you will have lunch at nearby Kabalega Dinners before continuing on to Murchison Falls NP to spend the night.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Nile Safari lodge\/Bakers Lodge\/Paraa Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range:<\/strong>\u00a0Murchison River Lodge\/Pakuba Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Heritage Safari Lodge\/Hornbill Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<p><strong>Drive Distance &amp; Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approx. 311 km (6 hours)<\/p>\n<h3><strong><u>Day 3: Game Drives &amp; Boat Cruise <\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>After an early breakfast on day 3 of your\u00a0<strong>16 days Uganda safari<\/strong>, you\u2019ll set off on a sunrise game drive in the northern savannah plains of the Murchison Falls NP.<\/p>\n<p>There are over 76 mammal species in the park including African Elephant, African Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Spotted hyena, Hippo, Rothschild\u2019s giraffes, Crocodiles, Uganda kob, Hartebeest, Waterbuck, Bushbuck, Oribi, Warthog, Olive Baboon, and Patas Monkey.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from the fantastic mammals, Murchison is also a must-visit destination for birders, with over 450 species.<\/p>\n<p>After a 3 to 4 hour game drive, return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, go for a leisurely boat cruise on Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, the world\u2019s strongest waterfall. You marvel at the toothsome hippos, huge Nile crocodiles and see many other animals like Buffalo, Elephant, and Giraffe quenching their thirsts on the world\u2019s longest river.<\/p>\n<p>You will also spot many bird species like Goliath heron, Egyptian goose, Bee-eaters, kingfishers, Fish eagles, cormorants and if lucky, the rare prehistoric-looking shoebill stork. After taking shots of photogenic Murchison Falls, you head back to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Nile Safari lodge\/Paraa Safari Lodge\/Bakers Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range:<\/strong>\u00a0Pakuba Safari Lodge\/Murchison River Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Hornbill Safari Lodge\/Heritage Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<h3><strong><u>Day 4: Nile Delta Boat Cruise &amp; Game Drive.<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On day four of your\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari<\/strong>, you\u2019ll have another full day to enjoy all that Murchison Falls National Park has to offer. You\u2019ll enjoy a thrilling boat cruise to the Nile Delta, where the Nile River flows into Lake Albert.<\/p>\n<p>The banks of the delta are home to many bird species, including shoebill stork. This 20km boat excursion is a \u201cmust-do\u201d if you are a bird lover, but it also a great opportunity to see beautiful landscapes, and of course some animals.<\/p>\n<p>Hippos, African Buffalos, and African Elephants frequently bathe in the river, while Nile Crocodiles frequently lay down on the banks. In the treetops, you may see the first signs of life from the lively Olive Baboons.<\/p>\n<p>One of the highlights of the 5-hour boat tour is a stop along the banks of River Nile for a bush breakfast. In the afternoon or evening, you can opt to enjoy another wildlife game drive in Murchison Falls NP, or to just relax at the lodge and enjoy your last afternoon. It\u2019s your day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Nile Safari lodge\/Bakers Lodge\/Paraa Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range:<\/strong>\u00a0Murchison River Lodge\/Pakuba Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Heritage Safari Lodge\/Hornbill Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch, &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<h3><strong><u>Day 5: Top of The Falls Visit &amp; Transfer To Kibale <\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>After a relaxed breakfast on day four of your\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari,\u00a0<\/strong>you\u2019llvisit the top of majestic falls.<\/p>\n<p>Here, the 50m wide Nile River squeezes through a tiny gorge of 8m at a rate of 300,000 liters per second, emerging with a powerful explosion and plunging 45m to what has been termed the \u2018devil\u2019s cauldron\u2019 below, forming a plume of spray marked by a thunderous roar and permanent rainbow.<\/p>\n<p>Several scenic viewpoints here are a photographers\u2019 delight. After observing the falls, you will take a scenic drive of about 6 hours south to Kibale Forest, home to the greatest density and diversity of primates in Africa.<\/p>\n<p>You will arrive in beautiful town of Fort Portal in time for lunch.<\/p>\n<p>Fort Portal lies in the shadow of the fabled Mountains of the Moon and is known for its many tea plantations. After lunch, you continue on a drive of about 1 hour to your overnight lodge\/camp at Kibale Forest.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Crater Safari Lodge\/Primate Lodge Kibale\/Kyaninga Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range:<\/strong>\u00a0Kibale Forest Camp\/Chimpanzee Forest Guest House<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Chimpanzee Forest Guest House\/Kibale Forest Camp<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<p><strong>Drive Distance &amp; Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approx. 366km or 6-7 hours<\/p>\n<h3><strong><u>Day 6: Chimpanzee Trekking &amp; Bigodi Village Walk.<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On day 6 of your\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari<\/strong>, enjoy an early breakfast and then head to the Kanyanchu Visitor Center for your chimpanzee tracking expedition, which starts at 8 am prompt.<\/p>\n<p>The activity begins with a briefing from expert local ranger guides. You then enter the lush rainforest on foot in search of wild chimps.<\/p>\n<p>A chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest takes between 2 to 5 hours.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll see several of the park\u2019s 375 bird species and you\u2019ll also have a chance to see a several other primate species\u00a0 like Baboons, Mangabeys, Vervet, L\u2019Hoest\u2019s, Red Colobus, and Black-and-white Colobus, Red-tailed, and Blue monkeys.<\/p>\n<p>On encountering the chimps, you have 1 hour to enjoy these precious creatures. Kibale Forest offers a 95% chance of seeing some of its 1,500 chimpanzees.<\/p>\n<p>Chimps are more closely related to us than any other living creature and they are a delight to watch as they squabble and play in fruiting trees. After you time with them, return to the lodge for lunch and leisure. In the afternoon, go for walk in Bigodi Village to get a real feel for African rural life in Uganda.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><u>Day 7: Travel To Queen Elizabeth National Park<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ll start your day 7 of the\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari<\/strong>\u00a0with a leisurely breakfast at the lodge. You tour driver guide will then take you on a scenic slow drive of about 2-3 hours south to Uganda\u2019s most popular safari destination, Queen Elizabeth NP.<\/p>\n<p>Set in the Great Rift Valley, in the shadow of the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains, Queen Elizabeth National Park has a fantastic variety of habitats, ranging from tropical rainforest, savannah grasslands, freshwater lakes, rivers, wetlands, to extinct volcanic crater cones with lakes.<\/p>\n<p>Here, you have a chance to see the handsome Ugandan Kob, Tree-climbing lions, ground-dwelling lions, Giant forest hogs, warthogs, elephants, buffalos, and waterbucks, Hippos, Crocodiles, and Hyenas. And there are over 610 bird species.<\/p>\n<p>On arrival, you\u2019ll enjoy lunch, relax and then head out on a game drive in search of the varied wildlife within the park. You\u2019ll return to your lodge at sunset.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Mweya Safari Lodge\/Katara Safari Lodge\/Kyambura Gorge Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range:<\/strong>\u00a0Enganzi Game Lodge\/Bush Lodge\/Marafiki Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Bush Lodge\/Pumba Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<p><strong>Drive Distance &amp; Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approx. 157km (3-4 hours)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optional Activity:\u00a0<\/strong>Night game drive<\/p>\n<h3><strong><u>Day 8: Game Drive &amp; Boat Cruise.<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On your eight day of the\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari<\/strong>, grab a coffee (or tea), get your packed breakfast, and get ready for sunrise game drive.<\/p>\n<p>Drive through the beautiful Kasenyi savannah plains \u2013 known for its lions and Uganda Kob \u2013 antelope. If you are lucky, you could even spot the elusive leopard or a Giant forest hog, the largest wild member of the pig family, Suidae.<\/p>\n<p>After a game drive, head back to the lodge for a rest and a hearty lunch. In afternoon at around 2 pm, you go for a 2 hour boat tour on Kazinga Channel, which connects Lakes Edward and George.<\/p>\n<p>You cruise past one of the largest populations of hippos in Africa.<\/p>\n<p>Nile crocodiles bask in the sun on the shores and elephants and buffalos often come to the water for a drink. You\u2019ll see countless waterbirds like the skimmers, pelican, fish eagles, storks, spoonbills, and bee-eaters. This is one of the most photo-rich opportunities of the trip &#8211; so don\u2019t forget your camera!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Day 9: Crater Lake Drive &amp; Ishasha Sector Tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>After breakfast at 7.00 am, check out, and embark on a crater drive. You\u2019ll follow a scenic route around the rims of extinct volcanic explosion craters filled, variously, with lakes, forest, and grassland.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll explore the Katwe Salt Lake where a local community has been extracting salt for over 600 years. Learn about the traditional salt mining process before heading to the Ishasha Plains. This area is famous for its tree-climbing lions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Ishasha Wilderness Camp<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range:<\/strong>\u00a0Enjonjo Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Enjonjo Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<p><strong>Optional Activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge\/Kalinzu Forest<\/li>\n<li>Tracking collared lions<\/li>\n<li>Coffee tour around Kyambura<\/li>\n<li>Sundowners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Day 10: Game Drive &amp; Transfer to Bwindi <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>After an early breakfast on day ten of your<strong>\u00a016 days Uganda safari,\u00a0<\/strong>you will undertake a 3-hour morning game drive in the Ishasha Sector for an opportunity to see the rare tree-climbing lions and other wildlife as you enjoy the beautiful wilderness sceneries of Africa which is amazing<\/p>\n<p>After the game drive, embark on a four-hour drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site is one of Africa\u2019s richest biological and botanical regions. Its rainforest is over 25,000 years old and contains almost 400 species of plants.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also the best place on the planet to see wild mountain gorillas. Only 1063 wild mountain gorillas remain on the planet, and Bwindi is home to over half of them.<\/p>\n<p>A visit to the park \u2013 particularly one focused on meeting these great apes \u2013 supports conservation efforts by incentivizing ecological protection as a part of the local economy. In addition to gorillas, Bwindi is home to about 120 mammal species.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Haven Lodge Buhoma\/Gorilla Forest Camp\/Buhoma Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range<\/strong>: Gorilla Mist Camp\/Ichumbi Lodge\/Agandi Uganda Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Trekkers Tavern Cottages<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<p><strong>Drive Distance &amp; Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Approx. 218km (4 hours)<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Day 11: Gorilla Trekking &amp; Lake Bunyonyi Relaxation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On day eleven of your\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari<\/strong>, you\u2019ll wake up early for the tour\u2019s main highlight, gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest! The activity starts at 8:00 am with a briefing by the local park ranger guides.<\/p>\n<p>Your ranger guides will lead you inside the jungle to see the family of gentle Mountain Gorillas, as well as look for other forest residents, smaller primates, exotic birds, and flocks of colorful butterflies. The mountain gorilla trek takes 2 to 6 hours and can be relatively difficult.<\/p>\n<p>However, on successfully tracking them down, you\u2019re generously rewarded with a once-in-a-lifetime sighting of these endangered apes interacting, playing, eating, grooming, and going about their daily lives in their natural habitat.<\/p>\n<p>You spend one hour observing them, a truly privileged experience. You then have a picnic lunch and return to the park offices for your Gorilla trekking certificate.<\/p>\n<p>After that, you\u2019ll go relax on the nearby beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, driving through fascinating Highlands of Kigezi where locals apply terracing methods to cultivate their slopes deriving impressive scenery.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Birdnest @Bunyonyi Resort<\/p>\n<p><strong>Midrange:<\/strong>\u00a0Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<p><strong>Drive Distance &amp; Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approx. 52km (90 minutes)<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Day 12: Whole Day Relaxation <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Lovely Lake Bunyonyi, often known as \u201cPlace of Many Little Birds,\u201d is encircled by the steep, terraced Kigezi Hills.<\/p>\n<p>There are 29 islands in the lake, many of which are populated. It is a magical area to wake up in, especially with the lake still covered in early morning mist.<\/p>\n<p>At this time you can see school children paddling the traditional dugout canoes to school and farmers transporting their goods to the marketplace.<\/p>\n<p>Here you can fill your time swimming, hiking, zip lining, bird watching, and taking boat rides to any of the islands on the lake. You can also have a cultural walking tour in the area and learn about the legends, traditions, and customs of the people who make a home on the shores of the lake.<\/p>\n<p>You can visit a craft group, a traditional healer, take in stunning views from one of the high points on the lake or try your hand at paddling one of the traditional dugout canoes. Bunyonyi is the ideal place for relaxation.The only chatter you\u2019ll hear in this location is that coming from the many birds.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Day 13: Transfer to Lake Mburo <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>After a relaxed breakfast on day thirteen of your\u00a0<strong>16 Days Uganda Safari<\/strong>, embark on a drive northeast to Lake Mburo NP. This peaceful park of 260km<sup>2<\/sup>\u00a0is home to over 68 mammal species and 350 species of birds.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s the only places in western Uganda where you can see Zebras, Elands and Impalas. There are 5 lakes in the park which are home to Crocs, hippos, and numerous Waterbirds, while the swamps provide cover for rare Sitatunga.<\/p>\n<p>The journey to Mburo will take around 4 hours. You pass small villages, coffee farms, and banana plantations.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll make a stop at Igongo Cultural Centre in Mbarara town for lunch. After lunch, you proceed to the park and look out for the herds of Ankole cattle on the way to the entrance.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll check in your lodge, have some time to relax and then embark on an evening game drive. You will return to the lodge at sunset to freshen up and have dinner after an amazing 16 days tour through the \u2018Pearl of Africa\u2019.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Luxury:<\/strong>\u00a0Mihingo Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-range:<\/strong>\u00a0Rwakobo Rock<\/p>\n<p><strong>Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Eagles Nest Mburo<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meal Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Breakfast, Lunch &amp; Dinner<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Day 14: Game Walk &amp; Drive To Jinja<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On the final day of your\u00a0<strong>16 days Uganda safari<\/strong>, enjoy an early breakfast at 6 am and join a local park ranger guide who knows the area better than anyone. You will explore the park on foot (there are no elephants or lions to worry about in Mburo, so you are safe without a vehicle!).<\/p>\n<p>After the walk, set off on a 6 hour drive back to Jinja; en route, stop at Uganda Equator at Kayabwe, where you can stand in the middle of the Earth and pose for a photo!\u00a0 It is also an impressive site for purchasing souvenirs to take back home.<\/p>\n<p>From here continue to Jinja, arriving at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight. 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