12 Days Best of Uganda Group Tour

Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a guide from Leysam Tours and Travels will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your accommodation at a Guest House. You’ll have time to relax and prepare for the adventure ahead. Leysam Tours and Travels ensures a smooth and comfortable start to your journey.

After an early breakfast, your guide from Leysam Tours and Travels will pick you up, and the journey begins towards Murchison Falls National Park. En route, you’ll visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track Uganda’s only wild rhinos. This up-close experience offers an opportunity to learn about rhino conservation in Uganda. After a hearty lunch, continue to Murchison Falls, where you’ll visit the top of the falls for panoramic views of the powerful Nile as it crashes through a narrow gorge. Capture unforgettable photos before proceeding to Pakuba Safari Lodge for your overnight stay.

Wake up early for a morning game drive across the savannah of Murchison Falls National Park, led by Leysam Tours and Travels’ expert guide. Keep your camera ready for elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and numerous antelope species. After lunch, embark on an afternoon boat cruise along the Nile towards the bottom of the falls. Watch as hippos and crocodiles bask on the riverbanks, and enjoy sightings of a wide variety of bird species, including the majestic African fish eagle. This boat ride offers a unique perspective of the falls as you witness the dramatic plunge into the Nile’s depths.

After breakfast, depart Murchison Falls and embark on a scenic drive to Kibale Forest National Park, often referred to as the "Primate Capital of the World." Along the way, enjoy picturesque views of Uganda’s rolling hills, rural villages, and tea plantations. Leysam Tours and Travels will ensure you have ample opportunities for photo stops and interaction with the local communities. Arrive at a Lodgeof your choice, set amidst the lush greenery of Kibale, for a peaceful overnight stay.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure as you track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest. After a morning briefing, Leysam Tours and Travels’ experienced trackers will lead you through the dense forest in search of these playful primates. You’ll spend an hour observing their behavior and interactions. After lunch, proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you’ll stay at your chosen Safari Lodge, nestled on the edge of the park. The drive offers beautiful views of the Rwenzori Mountains and the chance to spot wildlife along the way.

Begin the day with an early morning game drive across Queen Elizabeth National Park. Leysam Tours and Travels will guide you through the park’s diverse landscapes, where you’ll spot elephants, buffaloes, lions, and possibly leopards. After lunch, take an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its large concentration of hippos and incredible birdlife. The boat ride offers excellent photographic opportunities as you drift past herds of elephants and buffaloes cooling off by the water’s edge.

After breakfast, head to the remote Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. Leysam Tours and Travels’ knowledgeable guide will lead you through this unique region, where you’ll witness lions lounging in the branches of fig trees. After an unforgettable day of wildlife watching, transfer to a Lodge of your choice, located near the park.

Depart Ishasha after breakfast and head to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, home to over half of the world’s population of mountain gorillas. Leysam Tours and Travels will ensure a scenic drive through rolling hills and lush landscapes. Arrive at your selected Lodge, located near the park’s entrance, for a relaxing evening before your big trek the following day.

Today is the highlight of your Uganda safari! After an early breakfast, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking. Leysam Tours and Travels provides expert guidance as you embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek through dense jungle terrain in search of a family of mountain gorillas. Once located, you’ll spend an awe-inspiring hour observing these gentle giants. After the trek, return to your Lodge for a well-deserved rest.

After breakfast, transfer to the tranquil Lake Bunyonyi, the deepest lake in Uganda and one of the most scenic. Upon arrival, enjoy a peaceful boat ride around the lake’s numerous islands, learning about the local culture and history. Spend the night at any Cottages, a cozy lodge overlooking the lake.

After breakfast, leave Lake Bunyonyi behind and head to Lake Mburo National Park. On arrival, enjoy a game drive en route to your selected Lodge, where you’ll be staying. In the afternoon, set out on a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Mburo, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and an array of bird species.

On your final day, wake up for an early morning nature walk or game drive before having breakfast. After, Leysam Tours and Travels will transfer you back to Entebbe, with a stopover at the equator for photos and souvenirs. Upon arrival at Entebbe, you’ll either transfer to your hotel or the airport for your departure flight.