Countries: Uganda, and Kenya
Destinations: Entebbe, Lake Victoria, Entebbe Zoo, Kampala, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Bigodi wetland, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and Masai Mara Reserve
Itinerary at Glance
Day 1: Arrive in Entebbe
Day 2: Shoebill bird watching at Mabamba and visit to Entebbe Zoo
Day 3: Kampala city tour
Day 4: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park with an en route Rhino trekking
Day 5: Game drives and boat cruise at Murchison Falls National Park
Day 6: Transfer to Kibale National Park
Day 7: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park and Bigodi Wetland Walk
Day 8: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 9: Game drive and boat cruise at Kazinga channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 10: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 11: Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 12: Fly directly to Masai Mara
Day 13: Unlimited Game drive in Masai Mara
Day 14: Unlimited Game drive in Masai Mara
Day 15: Departure
Trip Overview
“Embark on the ultimate 15-Day Uganda Adventure and Masai Mara Safari: An Epic Journey through Pristine Wilderness and Exotic Wildlife.
Experience the best of East Africa as you kick start your adventure with a thrilling visit to Mabamba Swamp, where you’ll encounter the iconic shoebill stork and an array of water birds. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Uganda’s capital during a captivating Kampala city tour, exploring its bustling markets, historical sites, and local cuisine.
Journey deeper into the heart of Uganda’s natural wonders, beginning with the awe-inspiring Murchison Falls. Witness the sheer power of the Nile River as it plunges through a narrow gorge, surrounded by an abundance of wildlife along its banks.
Next, venture into the enchanting Kibale Forest, renowned for its diverse primate population. Get up close and personal with playful chimpanzees and other captivating primates during an exhilarating trek through the dense jungle.
Continue your expedition to Queen Elizabeth National Park, a haven for an array of wildlife species. Embark on thrilling game drives and boat cruises along the Kazinga Channel, where hippos, crocodiles, and a plethora of birdlife congregate.
Prepare for an unforgettable encounter with Uganda’s gentle giants in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Trek through misty mountains and lush forests to meet the endangered mountain gorillas, a truly humbling experience.
As your Ugandan adventure reaches its peak, take to the skies and fly directly to the world-famous Masai Mara in Kenya. Prepare to be captivated by the Big Five and witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration, a spectacle like no other.
This 15-day epic safari promises to be a journey of a lifetime, immersing you in the raw beauty of East Africa’s wilderness and allowing you to witness some of the world’s most remarkable wildlife. Join us for an unforgettable adventure that will leave you with cherished memories to treasure forever.”
When it comes to East Africa, there is a call for One More Adventure!
Trip Highlights
- Gorilla trekking experience in Uganda
- Wildlife experience in Uganda
- Wildlife experience in Kenya
- Chimpanzee trekking experience in Uganda
- Kampala city tour
- Visit to Entebbe zoo
- Rhino trekking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Game drives in Masai Mara
- Boat cruise experiences
- Wildlife experience
- Countryside experience
- Bigodi swamp walk
- Ndere cultural experience
- Road drive experience
Day 1: Welcome to Uganda!
Day Itinerary
Upon landing at Entebbe International Airport, you will go through the immigration protocol and on getting done, as you exit the tunnel, your driver/guide, will warmly welcome you to Uganda, and he will pick you up from Entebbe airport and transfers you to your booked accommodation for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay. You will have the opportunity to rest and prepare for your safari adventure the following day. Our driver will ensure that you are comfortable and ready for an exciting and unforgettable experience exploring the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of Uganda.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Overnight stay at: Pineapple Guest House
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Shoebill stork bird watching at Mabamba Swamp Bay and Entebbe Zoo
Day Itinerary
Embark on an extraordinary bird-watching adventure at Mabamba Bay with the renowned One More Adventure Safaris. Rise with the first light of dawn as we make our way to the enchanting Kasenyi landing site. At 6:30 am, we’ll board a motorized speed boat, gliding effortlessly across the shimmering waters of Lake Victoria, eagerly anticipating the magical moment when the sun rises above the horizon.
The boat ride is a short, exhilarating 15-20 minutes, bringing us closer to our destination – the captivating Mabamba wetland. Here, we’ll switch to a local canoe, gently navigating through the serene wetland, towards the heart of the shoebills’ habitat. As we traverse the waterways, our eyes remain alert, scanning the surroundings in all directions, hoping to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures. And on that fortunate day, we behold their majestic presence!
With cameras in hand, we seize the opportunity to immortalize the moment, capturing the shoebills in their natural habitat. Watching these towering birds in action as they hunt for fish is a sight to behold – their sheer size and grace are simply unbelievable.
Mabamba wetland is not only home to a significant number of shoebill storks but also serves as the ultimate destination worldwide for observing these remarkable birds. In addition, the wetland teems with an array of other avian species, ensuring an unforgettable bird-watching experience for enthusiasts and photographers alike.
After indulging in this visual feast, we bid farewell to the wetland, embarking on our return journey to the hotel. As we cruise back on the boat, we are treated to a delightful en route experience. We witness local fishermen skillfully carrying out their daily duties, while our eagle eyes spot various other bird species fluttering above the tranquil waters
Meet your guide, and head for hot lunch. After lunch, you will visit Entebbe zoo (UWEC), for a behind the scene wildlife experience, where you learn more about the wildlife at the zoo, and if time permits, visit Entebbe local markets and art galleries. Later, head to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight stay at: Pineapple Guest House
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Kampala City Tour
Day Itinerary
Have a relaxed breakfast at your hotel, you will head for Kampala city tour. Our Kampala city tour will take you on a journey through the bustling streets, vibrant markets, and historical landmarks of Uganda’s capital. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere as you explore the city’s diverse neighborhoods, gaining insights into the vibrant culture and history that shaped Uganda’s identity.
We shall visit Gaddafi mosque, centered in the middle of the city, which rewards you with a great view of the city, and then proceed to visit Kabaka Royal Palace at Lubiri, learn more about the Buganda Kingdom and culture, before heading to visit Baha’i Temple, the only Buddha temple in Africa, after visit Namugongo shrine, to know more about missionaries and their influence on the Buganda kingdom.
As the sun sets, we invite you to the Ndere Cultural Center, where the magic of Ugandan music, dance, and drama come alive. Ndere showcases a selectively sampled repertoire from the 56 unique Ugandan cultures, each with its own distinct rhythm and story to tell. Let the infectious beats and melodic tunes ignite your spirit as you witness the extraordinary performances of the talented Ndere troops.
As you lose yourself in the mesmerizing sounds of the drums and the energetic dance moves, your smile will be a constant companion throughout the evening. The vibrant costumes, graceful movements, and spirited performances will transport you into the heart of Ugandan culture, leaving you with a deeper understanding and appreciation for this diverse nation.
To satisfy your culinary cravings, indulge in mouthwatering samples of local Ugandan dishes served as a buffet. Let the flavors of Uganda tantalize your taste buds as you savor the authentic tastes of the region. Feed your soul through the captivating performances and feed your empty stomach with the delectable culinary delights, making it a truly satisfying and memorable experience.
The Ndere Cultural Center offers an ideal way to begin or end your Ugandan safari adventure. It sets the stage for an immersive exploration of the country’s rich cultural heritage, providing a deeper connection to the people and traditions that make Uganda so captivating.
You will later transfer to your booked accommodation, for overnight stay.
Overnight stay at: Fairway Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: To Murchison Falls National Park. Journey Time +5 hours.
Day Itinerary
Today, wake up and have an early morning breakfast, meet your guide, who will shortly take you through a short briefing about your trip, and later you continue your journey to Murchison Falls National Park, one of the oldest conservation areas in Uganda. This is a long but rewarding journey through various landscapes of Northern Uganda, as you explore the beautiful countryside setting, with a flat topography, as we drive past the rural area, enjoying the homestead settings.
Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s best-known and biggest nature reserve. With the impressive and powerful Murchison waterfall and its remarkable animal populations, this is a must visit in the Pearl of Africa. There are superb activities on offer such as a boat safari or Delta safari on the Nile. The river divides the park between a Northern and Southern section as it makes its way through multiple rapids and waterfalls to Lake Albert. Unfortunately, during the war years poachers and troops wiped out the majority of wildlife. Except for the park’s rhino population, fortunately all other wildlife has recovered fast since. A game drive in the park allows you to be eye-to-eye with the African animal kingdom and you will be amazed by the amount of elephants. Also giraffes, lions, antelope, waterbucks, buffaloes, hippos and crocodiles can all be spotted. Game drives take place on the tracks in the northern section which you reach by taking a ferry across the river. This park guarantees adventure!
You will pass by Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, for on foot Rhino tracking, this takes roughly 3 hour’s.
Later, have lunch and proceed with the drive to the park, reach and approach the park with a slow en route game drive, and spend the afternoon at leisure swimming or dining.
Overnight stay at: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 5: Game drive and Boat cruise at Murchison Falls National Park
Day Itinerary
After an early breakfast, it is time to explore the park. On your game drives you of course need a fair share of luck and very good eyes to try and spot as many animals as possible. While driving through the park you can come eye-to-eye with the African animal kingdom. Hopefully you see them all; elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards, different species of antelope and many tropical birds. They are all there! Lost in nature, stretching your neck, to spot the best out of the drive. The park is especially known for its massive elephant population, huge array of bird species and big herds of buffalo. You will discover some of the park’s ecosystems and different scenery with dense woodland, extensive savannahs and rolling grasslands. As this is a private game drive you can ask your guide to tailor your trip towards specific birdlife and/or wildlife if you like. You will later have your picnic lunch served, take some relaxation, as you have a break.
The afternoon boat safari towards the Murchison Falls is a very special activity, it takes approximately 3 hours and goes along the Victoria Nile to the base of the fall. You can imagine; this boat safari will show you breathtaking scenery. Cold drinks are for sale on board for when you get thirsty for a local beer or a soda. Carefully watched by crocodiles, hundreds of hippos, buffaloes, water birds, monkeys and all the other (also thirsty) wildlife that the Nile attracts you go to the bottom of the powerful Murchison Falls. If you like hiking, the boat can drop you near the waterfalls and you can hike up to the top (this takes around 1 or 1, 3 hours). The views are amazing! You will later return back to your lodge, with a slow en route game drive, and spend the afternoon at leisure swimming or dinning.
Overnight stay at: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park. Travel time +5 hours
Day Itinerary
Today after your early morning breakfast, have an en route game drive and you head to visit the Top of the falls, the Nile most powerful fall, with thunder sound as the water oases out of the narrow gorge. You will hike to the bottom of the falls, later return and drive off heading to Kibale Forest National Park; you will drive through a scenic lush green countryside. On arrival at Kibale forest; you will enter a completely different world… some serious monkey business. The forest is home to at least 12 Primate Species including: The Red-Tailed Monkey, Olive Baboon, Black and White Colobus plus Blue Monkeys. The bird life in the forest is also prolific and includes the beautiful Great Blue Turaco. If you are very lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of the meandering herd of Forest Elephants.
In the late afternoon, transfer to your accommodation for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
Overnight stay at: Isunga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Chimpanzee Trekking Experience at Kibale National Park and Bigodi Nature Walk
Day Itinerary
In the morning, you will set off to the park headquarters for briefing before going for Chimpanzee trekking, where you may encounter other primates like Vervet Monkeys, Blue Hoest Monkeys, Black and white colobus Monkeys among others. The park is known as home of primates with 13 primate’s species including the famous chimpanzees. The trek takes roughly 2 – 4 hours, depending on the chimpanzee movement. One hour will be allocated to you, to have a wonderful interaction with the chimpanzees, as you take pictures and short videos, as your local guide explains to you all the biological background of the chimpanzee as you interact. You will later return from trek and head for lunch.
In the afternoon; go for a Bigodi nature walk at Bigodi wetland sanctuary for primate and bird viewing, the walk can take roughly 2 hours, to explore the hidden treasure of this swamp, with a great chance to see a number of bird species and monkeys. Later drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight stay at: Isunga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Travel time +2 hours
Day Itinerary
Have early morning breakfast, and drive to Queen Elizabeth with the beautiful view of the crater lakes, you will do a brief crater lakes tour around and later drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, with a stopover at Equator for photography.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Queen Elizabeth National Park is a wildlife reserve located in Uganda. It spans over 1,978 square km and is home to a diverse range of wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, buffalos, and over 600 bird species. The park offers various activities for visitors including game drives, boat rides, nature walks, and chimpanzee trekking. Its stunning scenery and diverse wildlife make it a popular tourist destination for those seeking an immersive wildlife experience
You will reach and have lunch at the lodge, and later head for a brief evening game drive and later return for dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Overnight stay at: Bush Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9: Game drive & boat cruise at Kazinga channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day Itinerary
After an early morning breakfast at 6:00 am, you will head for game drive in search for the morning hunters and grazers such as the buffalos, elephants, waterbucks, bushbucks, Uganda kobs, lions and variety of bird species that you will encounter on your game ride and later head for lunch.
After lunch you will proceed for a boat cruise along the Kazinga channel to view the water dwelling birds and animals such as the pied kingfisher, African fish eagle, herons, darters to mention but a few and see animals such as buffalos, crocodiles, monitor lizards, elephants wallowing at the mad and much more. After a boat cruise, you will proceed for a short game drive as you find your way back to the lodge for dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Overnight stay at: Bush Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishaha. Travel time +5hrs
Day Itinerary
Following having breakfast at your lodge, we shall proceed to Ishasha sector, for another game drive in this beautiful sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, with a short game drive and later drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through the magnificent route to your booked accommodation with an en route lunch and later reach at your lodge, spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing and preparing for the next day’s Gorilla trekking exercise.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Uganda. It’s known for its diverse flora and fauna, with over 350 bird species and over 400 gorillas. Bwindi offers a unique birding experience for bird enthusiasts, as well as gorilla trekking for wildlife enthusiasts. The park’s thick forest makes for an exciting and immersive adventure, attracting tourists from all over the world. It’s best to visit during the dry season for optimal bird watching and gorilla trekking experiences.
Overnight stay at: Bakiga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 11: Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day Itinerary
Early morning cup of coffee by 0630hrs, then prepare for the gorilla trekking briefing from the park headquarters and thereafter, you will enter the jungle with your packed lunch to search for the shy mountain gorillas and enjoy their lifestyle in their real home. After meeting the gorillas, you can sit around these great apes for an hour watching their social life as you take pictures. On a gorilla safari, a reasonable degree of fitness is required as well as walking shoes, packed snacks and mineral water, insect repellent, sunscreen and hut. The gorilla trekking experience takes almost 2 – 6 depending on the movements of these primates and pace of your trekking group. After this gorilla tracking experience you will return to your lodge for hot lunch. You will spend the evening relaxing and going through your great shots during your trekking as you wait for overnight stay at the lodge or you may opt for batwa cultural experience, to kill your evening stay.
Overnight stay at: Bakiga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 12: Fly direct to Masai Mara Reserve
Day Itinerary
Begin the day with a cup of coffee. Our guide will be ready to transfer you to the Airstrip to catch your onward flight from Bwindi to Masai Mara via Kisumu for immigration arrangements, then continue with your flight. Upon landing at Masai Mara Airstrip, your guide will be waiting for you, to transfer you to your booked accommodation, for late lunch. After settling down, you will enjoy your first Masai Mara game drive from 1600 hrs.
Masai Mara is one of the leading national parks in the world, a natural habitat to over 95 mammal and 450 bird species. All members of the BIG 5; Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, Elephant and Rhino can be found here.
Overnight stay at: Mara Base Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 & 14: Full day game drives in Masai Mara Reserve
Day Itinerary
You will spend two full days exploring and discovering the vast Masai Mara reserve, enjoying game drives as you search for the resident Big Cats, herbivores, various antelopes and bird species. (You may also opt for morning and afternoon game drives with mid-morning at leisure). Be on the lookout for Lions, Cheetahs, Buffalos, Zebras, Spotted Hyenas, Masai Giraffes, Elands, Gazelles, Hippos, and Leopard, Black Rhino and several other animals and birds that reside here. The Mara, one of the most famous wildlife reserves in Africa is home to the Big Five as well as other predators, scavengers, plains game and prolific birdlife. This is also the place where the wildlife spectacle referred to as the annual wildebeest migration takes place every year between July and October when over 1.2 million Wildebeest together with Zebras and various Antelope species cross over from Serengeti in search of greener pastures. Your drive will dedicate time to trailing this great spectacle as it unfolds.
Hot Air Balloon Flight: During one of the days, you may book an optional (payable as extra) early morning hot air balloon flight over the vast Masai Mara savannah, enabling you to view wildlife and the landscape from a bird’s eye view. This is an amazing experience which is worth every penny. Dinner and overnight will be served at the lodge.
Overnight stay at: Mara Base Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 15: Departure.
Day Itinerary
Breakfast will be served at your lodge, and you will head for an early morning game drive. Depending on your flight time, you will be transferred to the Mara Airstrip, and fly to Wilson Airstrip in Nairobi to connect with your outbound flight at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, having had an amazing safari experience with One More Adventure Safaris, the East Africa Safari Experts.
Thanks for choosing One More Adventure Safaris, to explore East Africa with you, we look forward to your recommendations to friends and family. End of Service!
Meal Plan: Breakfast only
This safari package includes.
- Transportation in a 4×4 Jeep safari vehicle
- Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
- 1 Uganda Gorilla permit ($ 800), per person
- En-route lunches
- Kampala city tour
- Boat cruises as mentioned
- Bigodi swamp walk
- Wildlife experiences
- Ndere cultural experience
- Park fees
- Shoebill watching at Mabamba
- Rhino trekking experience
- Kigali city tour
- 1 Chimpanzee trek permits
- Cultural experiences
- Masai Mara game drive
- Bwindi – Mara domestic flight fares
- Mara – Wilson Airport flight fares
- Soft drink during the meal
- Services of an English speaking driver/ guide.
- Unlimited bottles of mineral water during safari
The package excludes expenses of personal nature like:
- Visa Fees & flights
- Optional activities
- Tips for guides
- Laundry
- Alcoholic drinks
- International vaccinations & tests
- Health test requirements
- Personal travel Insurance
- Personal shopping bills
- Phone call bills
- Extras while at the hotel
- Items of personal nature
Please contact us for a free detailed quote on the option of your choice. We can tailor a request that suits your interests, and budget, as well as we can change or upgrade the lodge options. Write to us with more details about your safari.