15-Day Solo Mixed Safari in Uganda

Depart early from Entebbe and travel north toward Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walking safari to track the endangered white rhinos. This up-close experience on foot offers the perfect introduction to Uganda’s Big Five journey. After lunch, continue to Masindi or the southern gate of the park.

Accommodation options:

• Kabalega Wilderness Lodge (luxury)
• Amuka Lodge (midrange)
• Ziwa Rhino Guesthouse (budget)

Enter Murchison Falls National Park for a morning game drive across the savannah in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and leopards. In the afternoon, take a scenic boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of the mighty Murchison Falls, where you’ll witness the world’s most powerful waterfall. Hike up to the top of the falls for panoramic views.

Accommodation options:

• Nile Safari Lodge (luxury)
• Pakuba Safari Lodge (midrange)
• Red Chilli Rest Camp (budget)

Today begins with a tranquil boat cruise on the Nile’s Albert Delta, ideal for birding and the chance to spot the elusive shoebill stork. The rest of the day is at leisure: enjoy your lodge's amenities or opt for an evening game drive or nature walk..

Accommodation options:

• Nile Safari Lodge (luxury)
• Pakuba Safari Lodge (midrange)
• Red Chilli Rest Camp (budget)

After breakfast, embark on a scenic journey south to Kibale Forest, passing through Hoima and Fort Portal. This long but rewarding drive offers views of tea plantations, local markets, and lush countryside. Arrive in the crater lakes region by late afternoon and settle into your lodge.

Accommodation options:

• Primate Lodge (luxury)
• Turaco Treetops (midrange)
• Kibale Forest Camp (budget)

Begin your day with a thrilling chimpanzee tracking adventure in Kibale Forest. Led by experienced guides, you’ll follow habituated chimpanzee troops as they forage, groom, and communicate in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, rich in birdlife, monkeys, and community conservation stories. Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Accommodation options:

• Primate Lodge (luxury)
• Turaco Treetops (midrange)
• Kibale Forest Camp (budget)

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park through the Rwenzori foothills and scenic landscapes. Upon arrival, take a short game drive along the Kasenyi Plains or explore the explosion crater drive with stunning views over Lake Edward and the savannah.

Accommodation option:

• Kyambura Gorge Lodge (luxury)
• Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (midrange)
• The Bush Lodge (budget)

Start with an early morning game drive in search of lions, elephants, hyenas, and antelope species. After lunch, take a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a wildlife-rich waterway home to hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and hundreds of bird species. This is one of the best wildlife photography spots in Uganda.

Accommodation option:

• Kyambura Gorge Lodge (luxury)
• Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (midrange)
• The Bush Lodge (budget)

Transfer to the Ishasha sector in the southern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its population of tree-climbing lions. Enjoy game drives in this less-visited wilderness area where you may also spot topis, buffaloes, and birds of prey.

Accommodation options:

• Ishasha Wilderness Camp (luxury)
• Enjojo Lodge (midrange)
• Topi Lodge (budget)

Today’s journey takes you into the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The drive winds through rolling hills, farms, and villages. Check into your forest lodge and prepare for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure.

Accommodation options:

• Mahogany Springs (luxury).
• Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (midrange)
• Gorilla Valley Lodge (budget)

Rise early for a briefing at the park headquarters before heading into the dense forest in search of mountain gorillas. Trekking can be strenuous but immensely rewarding. Once you find the gorillas, you’ll spend one unforgettable hour with a habituated family, observing their behavior up close. After the trek, return to your lodge to relax or join an optional Batwa cultural experience in the afternoon.

Accommodation options:

• Mahogany Springs (luxury).
• Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (midrange)
• Gorilla Valley Lodge (budget)

Depart Bwindi and enjoy a scenic drive to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest and most beautiful lake. Dotted with over 20 islands, it’s the perfect place to relax after your gorilla trek. Spend the afternoon swimming, canoeing, or visiting local communities.

Accommodation options:

• Arcadia Cottages (luxury)
• BirdNest Resort (midrange)
• Bunyonyi Overland Resort (budget)

Enjoy a full day at leisure on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi. Optional activities include island hopping, visiting a local school, guided hikes, or a traditional canoe ride. This is your time to rest, reflect, and enjoy Uganda’s serene natural beauty.

Accommodation options:

• Arcadia Cottages (luxury)
• BirdNest Resort (midrange)
• Bunyonyi Overland Resort (budget)

After breakfast, travel to Lake Mburo National Park, known for its open savannah, zebras, impalas, and elands. In the afternoon, join a guided walking safari with a ranger to spot wildlife on foot – a unique and intimate way to experience the bush.

Accommodation options:

• Mihingo Lodge (luxury).
• Rwakobo Rock (midrange)
• Eagles Nest (budget)Mihingo Lodge (luxury)

Enjoy a relaxed morning or take an optional horseback safari. Later, depart Lake Mburo and drive back to Entebbe with a stop at the Equator for photos and souvenirs. Depending on your flight time, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your departure. This marks the end of your epic solo adventure across Uganda’s wild and wonderful landscapes.

Included

• 4x4 private safari vehicle & driver-guide
• All park fees, permits & activities
• 14 nights' accommodation with meals
• Travel insurance
• Bottled water in the vehicle
• Airport transfers