8 Days Uganda Wildlife and Adventure Safari
This 8-day safari is ideal for travelers seeking a blend of thrilling wildlife encounters and unforgettable adventure. The journey begins with a city tour that offers a glimpse into Uganda’s vibrant culture and urban life. From there, we venture into the heart of Murchison Falls National Park, where dramatic landscapes...

This 8-day safari is ideal for travelers seeking a blend of thrilling wildlife encounters and unforgettable adventure. The journey begins with a city tour that offers a glimpse into Uganda’s vibrant culture and urban life. From there, we venture into the heart of Murchison Falls National Park, where dramatic landscapes and exciting game drives await.

In eastern Uganda, the adventure intensifies with adrenaline-pumping activities like bungee jumping and a visit to the stunning Sipi Falls. Beyond the destinations themselves, the safari is enriched by scenic drives that showcase Uganda’s diverse and captivating terrain, making every moment of the journey part of the experience.

Tour highlights

  • Kampala city tour
  • Nature walk at Mabira Forest
  • Bungee jumping
  • Quad biking
  • Nile Boat cruise in Jinja
  • Hike to Sipi Falls
  • Coffee tasting in Kapchorwa
  • Game drive at Murchison Falls National Park
  • Boat cruise along the Victoria Nile in Murchison Falls National Park
  • Rhino tracking

Includes

  • Transport in a standard safari vehicle
  • English-speaking private safari guide
  • Park entrance fees
  • Accommodation and meals
  • All activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Drinking water during travel

Excludes

  • Visa and air ticket fares
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuity
  • Extra meals and drinks
  • Optional activities
  • Items of a personal nature
Day 1: Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda

Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda, which earns its nickname, the “Pearl of Africa,” from its scenery. Transfer to your hotel for resting and leisure.

Optional: Visit the stunning Entebbe Botanical Gardens

Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel

Day 2: Kampala | City Tour

If the day begins with a clear sky, you will be greeted by a beautiful golden sunrise, setting the perfect tone for a full-day exploration of Uganda’s vibrant capital. This guided city tour offers a deeper understanding of Uganda’s culture, history, and daily life. Highlights include a visit to the Kabaka’s Palace, with scenic views along the historic Kabaka Anjagala Road leading to the Buganda Parliament. You will also explore the Kasubi Tombs, the iconic Gaddafi Mosque with its panoramic views of Kampala, the Namugongo Martyrs Shrine, and the serene Bahá’í Temple.

Optional stops can include Namirembe and Rubaga Cathedrals, the Uganda Museum, and a lively arts and crafts market, perfect for picking up unique souvenirs and experiencing local creativity.

Included: Kampala City Tour

Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel

Day 3: Jinja | Nature Walk, Bungee Jumping

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before checking out and heading eastward. Our first stop is Mabira Forest, where you will enjoy a refreshing nature walk through one of Uganda’s largest and most beautiful rainforests. After soaking in the serenity of the forest, we continue to Jinja for an adrenaline-filled bungee jumping experience, an unforgettable thrill over the Nile River. Following the adventure, we will drive to the lodge, check in, and wind down with dinner and relaxation.

Accommodation: The Haven Jinja

Day 4: Jinja | Quad biking and Boat cruise

After enjoying breakfast at the lodge, we will set off for an exciting quad biking adventure. The ride takes us through nearby local communities, offering a chance to observe daily life and appreciate the natural beauty of the surroundings. Following this thrilling experience, we will break for lunch before heading out for a relaxing boat cruise along the Nile. As we glide across the water, we take in the refreshing breeze, scenic landscapes, birdlife, and views of small islands scattered along the river. We’ll return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and a restful night.

Accommodation: The Haven Jinja

Day 5: Sipi Falls | Hike

Have breakfast, check out of the lodge, and drive to Kapchorwa. We will arrive in the afternoon, check into the lodge, and have lunch. The program of the day allows us to relax for 1-2 hours before going for the evening hike to Sipi Falls. We will move with a site guide who will share a lot of information about the falls, the people, and other attractions in the surrounding. We could also capture the lovely sunset in addition to the beautiful sites of Sipi Falls.

We will return to the lodge, have dinner, and rest.

Included: Sipi Falls hike

Accommodation: Sipi Heritage Lodge

Day 6: Murchison Falls National Park | Coffee Tour

We shall have breakfast at the lodge and head out for our last tour here, the coffee tour. It takes us beyond learning about how coffee is grown to tasting an organically processed beverage.  We shall participate in the activity of roasting the coffee seeds, to the stage of turning them into powder, ready for mixing in warm water, and enjoy it with the local family.

Afterward, we set off for Murchison Falls National Park, arriving in the evening. Dinner and overnight at the booked lodge.

Included: Coffee Tour

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge

Day 7: Murchison Falls National Park | Game drive, Boat cruise

Enjoy unlimited game drives through the vast Murchison Falls National Park landscape, observing the park's timeless circle of life. Your explorations may reveal giraffe, elephant, buffalo, lion, Uganda kob, leopard, and far more.

Take a 3-hour boat trip on the mighty Nile River to the bottom of the majestic Murchison Falls. The trip gives perfect opportunities and a platform to see and take great photos of several animals, including the permanent residents such as the hippos, Nile crocodiles, and birds.

Included: Game drives, Boat trip

Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge

Day 8: Kampala / Entebbe | Top of the falls and head back to Kampala or Entebbe | Departure

After checking out of Pakuba Safari Lodge, begin your journey to the top of Murchison Falls, one of Uganda’s most breathtaking natural landmarks. Take in the powerful roar and misty spray of the falls from the viewing point before continuing your drive back to Kampala or Entebbe. Along the way, you may opt for a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting rhino trekking experience.

Enjoy lunch en route and arrive in Kampala by evening.

Included: Visit the top of the falls

Optional: Rhino tracking

From here, drive to Entebbe for your flight back home.

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