10 Days Safari Highlight
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
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Arrive at Entebbe International Airport.
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Transfer to your hotel for overnight stay and rest after your flight.
Day 2: Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
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Breakfast and early departure from Entebbe.
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Head to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (approximately 3.5 hours drive).
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Enjoy a guided rhino tracking experience to see the endangered white rhinos in the wild.
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Continue your journey to Murchison Falls National Park (about 1.5-hour drive from Ziwa).
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Arrive at Murchison Falls and check into your lodge.
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Optional: Take a sunset hike at the top of Murchison falls, viewing the mighty Murchison Falls.
Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park
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Morning game drive to see wildlife such as elephants, lions, giraffes, and buffaloes in the park.
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After the game drive, visit Murchison Falls where the Nile River explodes through a narrow gorge.
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Evening boat cruise on the Nile River to the bottom of the falls for excellent wildlife viewing and birdwatching.
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Stay overnight at a lodge within or near the park.
Day 4: Murchison Falls – Kidepo Valley National Park
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Depart early and drive to Kidepo Valley National Park (approximately 7 hours). It’s a long journey, so be prepared for a scenic drive through rural Uganda.
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Arrive at your lodge in Kidepo and relax.
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Optional: You can take a short evening game drive if time allows.
Day 5: Kidepo Valley National Park
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Early morning game drive in Kidepo Valley National Park, which is known for its diverse wildlife, including cheetahs, lions, leopards, and a variety of antelope species.
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Visit the Kanangorok Hot Springs or the Narus Valley for stunning views and great photo opportunities.
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In the afternoon, enjoy a cultural experience with the Karamojong people, who are famous for their rich heritage.
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Overnight stay in Kidepo.
Day 6: Kidepo – Moroto
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Drive to Moroto (approximately 3-4 hours).
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Explore the town and the nearby mountains, which are great for hiking and scenic views.
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Visit local markets and interact with the Karamojong people.
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Optional: Take a short hike in the Mountains of Moroto.
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Overnight in Moroto.
Day 7: Moroto – Sipi Falls
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Drive to Sipi Falls (about 4-5 hours).
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Enjoy the stunning waterfalls with views of the mountain Elgon ,Spend the afternoon hiking to the different falls, enjoying the beautiful landscapes and cool climate.
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Stay overnight at a lodge near the falls.
Day 8: Sipi Falls – Jinja
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After breakfast, head to Jinja (approximately 4-5 hours drive).
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Arrive in Jinja and relax by the source of the Nile.
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Optional activities in Jinja include visiting the Nile River and experiencing white-water rafting or a boat tour.
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Overnight in Jinja.
Day 9: Jinja – Entebbe
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After breakfast, head back to Entebbe (approximately 5 hours).
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Spend the afternoon in Entebbe.
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Enjoy a farewell dinner and rest before your departure.
Day 10: Departure from Entebbe
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Depending on your flight time, enjoy some leisure time or do last-minute shopping in different craft market.
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Transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
Ultimate detailed Northern Uganda Road Trip Itinerary,
Explore Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Kidepo, Sipi Falls & More with 4WD Car Rental
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Pickup Your 4WD Car Rental
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Arrive at Entebbe International Airport.
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Pickup your 4WD car rental or your driver guide will pick you at Entebbe. Renting a 4WD car in Uganda is essential for navigating rough terrains and accessing Uganda’s beautiful national parks, especially in the northern regions.
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Transfer to your hotel in Entebbe for rest and overnight.(Protea by Marriot-Luxury, Best western-Midrange, via via guest house-budget)
Day 2: Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls
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Morning departure: After breakfast, your driver guide will pick you up at your hotel, start your adventure by heading to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (approx. 3.5-hour drive).
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Ziwa Rhino Tracking: Explore the sanctuary’s open plains and take part in a guided rhino tracking tour, where you can see the endangered white rhinos in their natural habitat.
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After your time at Ziwa, you will have a brief pause for lunch at the sanctuary’s restaurant and after continue the journey to Murchison Falls National Park (1.5-hour drive).
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Check-in at a lodge in Murchison Falls and enjoy a relaxing evening with the option to take a hike on the top of the falls, offering a fantastic view of the Murchison Falls.
Overnight :Para safari lodge-Luxury, Sambiya river lodge-Midrange, Redchill rest camp-budget.
Why a 4WD is essential: Uganda’s roads can be rough, especially during the rainy season. A 4WD car rental ensures you reach even the more remote locations like Ziwa and Murchison Falls with ease.
Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park
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Morning Game Drive: After an early breakfast, your guide will be ready to embark on an early morning game drive in the northern savannah of Murchison Falls National Park. Spot wildlife such as lions, giraffes, elephants, and buffaloes in the northern sector of the park.
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Murchison Falls: In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, where the Nile River forces its way through a narrow gorge.
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Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 4: Murchison Falls – Kidepo Valley National Park
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Morning departure: Depart Murchison Falls early for the long drive to Kidepo Valley National Park (approx. 7-hour drive). It’s a long but scenic journey across northern Uganda’s savannah landscapes.
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Arrival in Kidepo: Check-in at your lodge within or near Kidepo Valley National Park.
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Optional: Take a short evening game drive around the lodge area if time permits.
Overnight: Apoka safari lodge-Luxury, Kidepo savannah lodge-Midrange, Apoka rest camp-Budget.
Why rent a 4WD?: The roads to Kidepo Valley can be challenging, and a 4WD car rental ensures you’ll have no trouble with dirt roads and rutted paths.
Day 5: Kidepo Valley National Park
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Full Day Safari: Spend the whole day exploring Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda’s most remote and least-visited park.
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Morning Game Drive: Head to Narus Valley, known for its concentrations of wildlife, including elephants, lions, big heard of buffalos, scenic landscapes and more.
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Visit Kanangorok Hot Springs: A unique sight, perfect for photos, and a relaxing spot to visit in the afternoon.
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Overnight at your lodge in Kidepo.
Day 6: Kidepo – Moroto
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Morning departure: Drive to Moroto (approx. 3-4 hours), a charming town in northeastern Uganda.
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Upon arrival, explore Moroto Town, immerse your self with an interesting Karamoja culture and its scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
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Optional: Hike in the Mountains of Moroto for a great view of the surrounding landscapes and the Karamoja region.
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Visit local markets and learn about the Karimojong culture.
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Overnight stay in Moroto-Karatunga safari camp
4WD tip: Driving on rural roads in Uganda, especially in the Karamoja region, can be challenging, and renting a 4WD ensures that your journey is smooth and safe.
Day 7: Moroto – Sipi Falls
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Morning drive: Head to Sipi Falls drive through the interesting scenic views of the pian-upe game reserve(approx. 4-5 hours).
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Explore Sipi Falls: Hike to the base of the falls, or trek between the different waterfalls. Enjoy the cool climate, coffee tours and views of Mountains Elgon
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Relaxation: Take the afternoon to relax at your lodge and enjoy the surrounding nature.
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Stay overnight at a lodge-Home of friends -Budget, sipi heritage-Midrange
Day 8: Sipi Falls – Jinja
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Morning departure: After breakfast, head to Jinja, the stone city, a home to the longest river of the world -River Nile (approx. 4-5 hours), the source of the Nile River and Africa’s biggest Lake Victoria, on your arrival date you can choose to do a visit at the source of the Nile.
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Explore Jinja: Your driver guide will do an early morning pick-up prepare you for a full day white water rafting. Jinja is known for its adventurous activities like white-water rafting or boat tours.
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Overnight in Jinja-Wild waters remala-Luxury, Jinja Nile resort-midrange, Jinja backpackers-Budget.
Day 9: Jinja – Entebbe
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Morning drive: After breakfast, your driver guide will pick you at your hotel make your way back to Entebbe, you can choose to go for a simple city tour on the streets of Kampala enroute to Entebbe (approx. 4 hours).
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Spend the afternoon exploring Entebbe, including the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, Ngamba Island and this is a home to orphaned chimpanzees, or simply relaxing at the cool beach around Lake Victoria.
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Evening relaxation and prepare for departure.
Day 10: Departure from Entebbe
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Morning at leisure: Depending on your flight time, enjoy your last few hours in Entebbe. Visit local markets, craft markets for souvenirs or take a relaxing stroll along Lake Victoria.
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Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.
Trip inclusions
- 4×4 safari vehicle
- English speaking guide
- Park entrance
- Fuel expenses
- Bottled drinking water
Trip exclusions
- Tips for guides
- Visa
- Insurance
- International flights
Trip cost per person: $2800
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