THE PEARL OF AFRICA
14 DAYS IN UGANDA
TRIP SUMMARY
Welcome to the Grand African Tour. On this 14-day odyssey you will experience the ultimate journey that once inspired legendary explorers. You begin in Jinja, cruising to the mythical Source of the Nile, before losing yourself in the savanna of Murchison Falls National Park.
Over two weeks, you will experience a symphony of untouched nature: on-foot rhino tracking, chimpanzees deep in Kibale Forest, the rich wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park, and golden sunsets in the Ishasha sector. As the unrivaled climax, you will cross the Impenetrable Forest of Bwindi to kneel before the greatness of the mountain gorillas. All of Uganda, without compromise.
ITINERARY SUMMARY
THE SOURCE OF THE NILO
Arrival in Entebbe. The following day includes cultural immersion in Buganda before traveling to Jinja, where you will cruise to the exact point where the world’s longest river begins.
FROM RHINOS TO THE GREAT FALLS
Travel northwest. After rhino tracking in Ziwa, continue to Murchison Falls National Park, where you will enjoy boat safaris and witness the Nile forcing its way through a narrow gorge into a powerful waterfall.
KIBALE FOREST
Descend into chimpanzee territory. Experience early morning chimpanzee tracking and explore the region’s magical crater lakes.
SAVANNA AND LIONS TERRITORY
Enjoy extensive game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park and a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel. Continue to Ishasha, world-famous for its tree-climbing lions.
GORILLAS AND THE ROAD HOME
Enter Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for the ultimate gorilla trekking experience, coming face to face with silverback families. Conclude with a walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park before crossing the Equator and returning to Entebbe for departure.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
KIGARAMA MBURO
PUNDA
KIGARAMA MBURO
PUNDA
ADRIFT UGANDA RIVER CLUB
TEMBO
MIHINGO LODGE
SIMBA
INCLUDED
- International flights.
- Boat excursion to the Source of the Nile in Jinja.
- Cultural immersion and traditional meal at Ewaffe Cultural Village.
- White rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
- Multiple 4x4 safaris in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Ishasha.
- Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits included.
- Boat safaris on Murchison Falls and the Kazinga Channel.
- Full-board accommodation, Land Cruiser vehicle, and full-time professional guide.
- Booking fees.
NOT INCLUDED
- Visa, travel insurance, and vaccinations.
- Optional activities in Jinja (rafting, bungee jumping, quad biking).
- Tips and personal expenses outside the package
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Flights
Entry and exit via Entebbe International Airport (EBB). No internal flights; fully overland route.
Logistics
This itinerary includes long driving sections (up to 6–8 hours on transition days, e.g. Jinja to Murchison). However, the comfort of the private 4x4 and the scenery make travel part of the experience.
Vaccinations
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate mandatory.
Terms and conditions
Here we will include a link to our cancellation policy.