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Offered by - Primate World Safaris (U) Ltd
Tour Features
This exceptional all-inclusive 12-day Uganda family safari will delight and captivate everyone in the family, regardless of age. The itinerary has been thoughtfully crafted to blend adventure and relaxation while showcasing the best that Uganda has to offer. From exploring the Nile in Jinja to encountering wildlife in the national parks and discovering some of Uganda’s most pristine forests, there is no shortage of thrilling experiences to be had. Throughout the safari, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and gain a deeper appreciation of the region. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature enthusiast, or simply seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this family safari is sure to leave a lasting impression. Our aim is to ensure that both adults and children have a fully enjoyable experience, and we have taken great care to tailor the itinerary to cater to everyone’s needs. We invite you to review our detailed day-by-day breakdown to get a better understanding of what to expect.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Roof minivan, Boat. |
Route & Activities
Uganda
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | The Boma Hotel No images available | All Meals Included |
| 2-3 | Jinja Nile Resort No images available | All Meals Included |
| 4-5 | Pakuba Safari Lodge No images available | All Meals Included |
| 6-7 | Nyaika Hotel No images available | All Meals Included |
| 8-9 | Kasenyi Safari Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
| 10 | Enlojo Lodge No images available | All Meals Included |
| 11 | Rwakobo Rock No images available | All Meals Included |
| 12 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast & Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Airport pickup.Our driver/guide will be waiting at Entebbe International Airport to pick you up and then transfer you to your accommodation for the night.
Main Destination: Entebbe
Accommodation: The Boma Hotel
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 2 - Drive to Jinja, Horse Riding & Tubing on the NileAfter breakfast, you will depart for Jinja. You will have a stop in Mabira forest where you can go for a nature walk and canopy ziplining experience. This rainforest is home to over 300 bird species, several primate species, and an array of butterflies, and the walk through it is simply breathtaking. You will continue to Jinja where you will check into your hotel and have lunch. You will then head out for an afternoon of horse riding. Enjoy a unique ride through the countryside with stunning views of the Nile River. In the evening, you will go for flat tubing on the Nile. You will lazily float on water while sunbathing, enjoying the birdlife, and the beautiful sunset. You will later return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Jinja Nile Resort
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 3 - Quad biking & Sunset Cruise on the NileStart the day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel before heading out for quad biking. This is an exciting adventure that will allow you to explore the river banks and the source of the Nile following carefully designed, supervised circuits. There is a variety of circuits to choose from that can suit your family’s preferences. Return to your hotel for lunch and relaxation. In the evening, take a sunset cruise on the Nile River where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Accommodation: Jinja Nile Resort
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 4 - Drive to Murchison Falls via Ziwa.Your day will begin with a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park – northwest of Jinja. The journey will take approximately 8 to 9 hrs with a stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino Tracking. From Ziwa, you will stop for lunch in Masindi Town. After your lunch, you will continue to Murchison Falls National Park. You will stop by the ‘top of the falls’ where you can see the Nile’s beauty perfected. This is where the Nile compresses from a width of 50 meters into a 7-meter canyon that forms the waterfall after which the park is named. From here, you will continue to your accommodation where you will rest for the night.
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 5 - Wildlife viewing in Murchison Falls National ParkEarly morning, your guide will take you for a wildlife safari game drive on the northern bank of the River Nile. Here, you will spot Elephants, Lions, Cape buffalo, Rothschild’s giraffe, hartebeest, Waterbuck, Oribi, Bushbuck, Bohor reedbuck, hyena, and if you are lucky, the leopard. You will return to your lodge for breakfast, rest, and lunch before heading out for the afternoon boat cruise. The boat cruise takes you upstream on the calm Victoria Nile to the base of the falls stopping just a few meters from the gashing water. While on the boat cruise, you will have a chance to marvel at the hippos floating in the water, and crocodiles as well as elephants, waterbuck, Uganda kob, and many other animals over this 19 km stretch of the Nile. For bird-watching enthusiasts, there are many chances of seeing bird species like the Goliath heron, Egyptian goose, Brown pelican, Red-throated bee-eater, various kingfishers, Fish eagles, cormorant, and the rare shoebill stork. After the boat cruise, you will return to your accommodation.
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 6 - Drive from Murchison Falls to Fort PortalAfter your breakfast, you will be driven to Fort Portal. This drive will take a total of around 6 hours with interesting landscapes, green countryside, traditional homesteads, tea plantations, and much more. You will have lunch in Fort Portal and then continue to your accommodation where you will relax and await the next day’s activities.
Accommodation: Nyaika Hotel
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 7 - Bigodi Swamp walk and Toro PalaceAfter early morning breakfast, your driver/guide will drive you to Bigodi Swamp. You will take a walk in this swamp which is home to around 200 bird species, including the great blue Turaco bird, and 8 primate species. Later, drive back to fort portal for lunch and visit the Toro Kingdom palace to learn more about the customs and traditions of the Batoro.
Accommodation: Nyaika Hotel
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 8 - Visit Semuliki NP, Amabere caves and drive to Queen ElizabetAfter breakfast, you will start the day with a cultural tour of the ‘Amabere ga nyina mwiru’ caves – a great historic site located 10km out of Fort Portal town. You will be accompanied by an informed guide who knows more about this place. Remember to carry along a flashlight, hiking boots, long trousers, etc since you are going to enter the caves. Thereafter, you head on to Semuliki National Park. You will go on a guided nature walk through the forest to see various bird species and primates such as the black and white colobus monkeys and red-tailed monkeys. You will also visit the Sempaya hot springs and learn about their cultural significance to the local people. Thereafter, you will have a picnic lunch at one of the picnic sites in the park while taking in the beautiful scenery of the park. Later, drive to Uganda’s second-largest park, Queen Elizabeth National Park while enjoying the changing views of the mystical Rwenzori Mountain ranges.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Kasenyi Safari Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 9 - Wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth N.PAfter breakfast, you will go for an early morning wildlife safari game drive in this park. Queen Elizabeth National Park’s diverse ecosystem of grassy plains, tropical forests, rivers, swamps, lakes, and volcanic craters is home to an incredible abundance of wildlife. With the massive Rwenzori Mountains as a backdrop, you will have excellent opportunities to see lions, leopards, giant forest hogs, cape buffalos, elephants, defassa waterbuck, Uganda Kobs, Topi, and bushbuck. After lunch, you will go for a 2 to 3-hour boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward. This take will take you through possibly the highest concentration of hippos. Many animals may be seen drinking at the water’s edge. This launch cruise offers a great opportunity for photography, bird watching, and game viewing. The prolific bird life is colorful and stupendous with more than 600 different species.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Kasenyi Safari Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 10 - Transfer to Ishasha Sector of QENPAfter your breakfast, you will go south to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Ishasha is well known for its tree-climbing lions which like to take their daily rest in the trees. Your drive through the park will present more wildlife viewing opportunities and you will reach the lodge in time for lunch. You will later go for an evening game drive in search of the tree-climbing lions as well as other animals such as elephants, buffalos, antelopes, and more.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Enlojo Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 11 - Drive to Lake Mburo NP Via Kalinzu ForestAfter breakfast, you will depart for Lake Mburo National Park. On your way, you will stop at Kalinzu Forest for a guided nature walk to see primates and bird species in the forest. The walk takes about 2-3 hours. After the nature walks, you will continue your journey to Lake Mburo National Park. You will arrive in the park in the afternoon and check in to your lodge for an overnight stay.
Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 12 - Safari Walk in Lake Mburo. Drive to Kampala.After breakfast, proceed for a wildlife safari walk in Lake Mburo National Park. An armed ranger will escort you to make sure you are protected. You may also come across a herd of zebras peacefully grazing alongside the long-horned Ankole cattle. For those willing to get up a bit earlier, you may be able to see hyenas in their cave. Later, you will return to the lodge for lunch after which you will be driven back to Kampala. You will have a stopover at the Mpigi Royal Drum Makers where you will witness the making of ceremonial drums using methods passed down for many generations. There will also be time to stop at the equator for photographs.
Main Destination: Kampala
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
Excludes
- All Taxes/VAT
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Jul 23, 2023 - Dec 28, 2025
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
Excludes
- All Taxes/VAT
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.
This tour starts in Murchison Falls National Park and ends in Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
- Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.
Getting There
From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.
This tour starts in Murchison Falls National Park and ends in Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
- Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.
Offered By
Primate World Safaris (U) Ltd
Kenya
Rwanda
Tanzania
Uganda
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