This 7 days Mount Elgon wildlife safari to Uganda begins with a hike to Sipi Falls on Mount Elgon National Park into Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital, for a visit to the source of the Nile. Join this tour to see the natural astonishing beauty of Uganda.
This Mount Elgon wildlife safari not only gives you an opportunity to hike Sipi Falls but also visit Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Park. These two (2) parks are well known for abundant wildlife, including the giant African elephants, lions, cape buffaloes, Rothschild’s giraffes, hartebeest, waterbucks, oribi, bushbuck, bohor reedbuck and hyenas. If you are lucky, you will also see the rare leopard. Let us book you on this wildlife Safari to simply enjoy Africa.
Mount Elgon Wildlife Safari Itinerary:
Day 1: Kampala-Sipi Falls Mt. Elgon Park
Our driver guide shall pick you up from your hotel or place of residence in Kampala ready for a drive eastwards of the country arriving in Mbale town for a mid-morning stretch and a cup of coffee, after which we shall proceed to Sipi Falls. You will arrive and check in, and then have lunch afterwards.
After lunch, we will take a local guide to trek on the foothills of Mount Elgon where we shall find Sipi Falls, a paradise full of flowers, birds, waterfalls and creeks. At least three (3) waterfalls can be visited here. Walking in this area must feel like being Adam or Eve, so, prepare yourself for a beautiful full day in paradise!
Overnight stay and meals at Mount Elgon Hotel / Sipi River Lodge / Lacam Lodge. Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner.
Day 2: Visit the Waterfalls – Jinja
After breakfast, you will take on an excursion and visit the three (3) waterfalls. The guided walk to the waterfalls is outstanding, so you can be certain that you will pass more picturesque waterfalls, plantations and caves. Local villagers will be sure to greet you with jambo and beaming smiles.
If you are feeling brave, one of the waterfalls is even perfect for that early morning shower. When you come back, you will enjoy a nice cup of warm Mount Elgon coffee which will be waiting for you! Thereafter, you will proceed to Jinja via Kakira with a visit and discovery of the source of River Nile while on a boat trip along the mighty River Nile.
Overnight stay and meals at Jinja Nile Resort / Source of the Nile Hotel or Surjios Guest House. Meal Plan Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 3: Jinja – Murchison Falls National Park
Begin the panoramic drive north-west through the famous Luwero Triangle and travel to Masindi via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Project. You will visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino trekking, and afternoon lunch. After lunch, you will drive to Murchison Falls National Park.
Overnight stay and dinner at Parra Safari Lodge (luxury facility), Murchison River Lodge (mid-range facility) or Heritage Safari Lodge (budget facility). Meal Plan: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4: Murchison Falls National Park – Part of Mount Elgon Wildlife Safari
Begin the day with a cup of African coffee ready for a wildlife game drive. Your guide will help you spot giant African elephants, lions, cape buffaloes, Rothschild’s giraffes, hartebeest, waterbuck, oribi, bushbucks, Bohor reedbuck and hyenas. If you are lucky, you will also see the leopard. Return to the hotel for breakfast and lunch.
After lunch, you will go for a boat safari in Murchison Falls upstream the calm Victoria Nile to the base of the falls stopping just tens of meters from the “Devil’s Cauldron”. En-route, marvel at the toothsome hippos, crocodiles and over this 17km stretch you may see elephants, waterbucks and Uganda Kobs. This is also a zone for many bird species including Goliath heron, Egyptian goose, pelican bee-eater, kingfisher, hornbill, cormorant and the rare shoebill stork.
Right at the foot of the falls, you will leave the boat and start your – quite heavy, hike to the top of Murchison Falls (approx. 1 hour). See where the world’s longest river explodes violently through a narrow cleft in the Rift Valley escarpment to plunge into a frothing pool 43m below. Your driver/guide will be waiting for you right here to bring you back to the lodge.
Overnight stay and dinner at Para Safari Lodge (luxury facility), Murchison River Lodge (mid-range facility) or Heritage Safari Lodge (budget facility). Meal Plan: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5: Murchison Falls – Queen Elizabeth National Park
All day drive south via Hoima to Fort Portal through verdant countryside and past traditional homesteads and farms along Albertine Rift escarpments with lunch en-route, as we head to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Fort Portal rests in the shadow of the fabled ‘Mountains of the Moon’, so, expect mesmerizing sightseeing and game views while en route.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mweya Safari Lodge (luxury facility) or Enganzi Lodge (mid-range) or Ihamba Safari Lodge Bandas (budget facility). Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Part of Mount Elgon Wildlife Safari
With previous day’s memories, enjoy your breakfast and get ready for a guided chimpanzee tracking along Kyambura Gorge, to look for these habituated chimps through the gorge. After this primate walk, proceed to get your lunch.
After lunch, enjoy a two hour boat trip along the famous Kazinga channel, which is a worthwhile opportunity to see hippos, buffaloes, kobs, elephants and warthogs among others. This trip also gives visitors a chance to see spectacular bird species.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mweya Safari Lodge (luxury facility) or Enganzi Lodge (mid-range) or Ihamba Safari Lodge Bandas (budget facility). Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Kampala & transfer to Entebbe
Today is dedicated for your transfer back to Kampala and Entebbe with a stopover at the Equator monument, for photography and lunch. Meal Plan: Breakfast and lunch.
Mount Elgon Wildlife Safari in Uganda Inclusions and Exclusions:
Includes
- Airport Transfers
- Transportation by a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop up roof
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
- Hike to Sipi Falls
- Visit to 3 other waterfalls Mount Elgon
- Visit the Source of the Nile
- Boat trips
- Park fees
- Ferry crossing fees
- Hike to the top of the falls
- Ziwa sanctuary Rhino Tour
- Services of English speaking Driver/guide.
- Enroute lunches
- Kyambura Chimpanzee Trekking permit
- Game drives
Excludes
- Expenses of personal nature like: Visa, drinks, laundry, tips to local guides, telephone, porter fee while trekking, personal insurance, and tobacco.