Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a representative from Lena Tours will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel for relaxation. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy optional activities such as a sunset walk along Lake Victoria or a visit to the Botanical Gardens.
Accommodation: Best Western Premier Garden Hotel Entebbe
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast (B&B)
After breakfast, start your journey north with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for thrilling rhino tracking on foot. After lunch in Masindi, continue to Murchison Falls National Park and settle into your lodge located along the Nile River.
Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge (Cottages)
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
Start the day with a sunrise game drive in the northern plains of the park where giraffes, elephants, lions, buffaloes, hyenas, and antelopes roam freely. After lunch, take a scenic boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, famous for its crocodiles, hippos, and river birds. Return to the lodge for a relaxed evening by the river.
Accommodation: Murchison River Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
After breakfast, visit the iconic Top of the Falls viewpoint where the Nile River squeezes through a narrow gorge with powerful force. Enjoy photography and sightseeing before driving to Hoima for an overnight stay, breaking the long journey southwards.
Accommodation: Hoima Cultural Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
After a relaxed breakfast, continue your journey to Kibale National Park through beautiful countryside and tea plantations. Arrive in the afternoon and check in to your forest lodge surrounded by birds, primates, and lush vegetation.
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge (Cottages)
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
Today begins with a briefing at Kanyanchu followed by chimpanzee trekking inside Kibale Forest, home to the highest primate diversity in Africa. Spend time observing chimps in their natural habitat before returning for lunch. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary on a community-guided walk featuring monkeys, birds, and cultural experiences.
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
Depart Kibale and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via the stunning crater lakes region. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Rwenzori Mountains and stop for photos at scenic viewpoints. Arrive at the lodge for check-in and an optional evening game drive.
Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
Begin with a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, well-known for lions hunting Uganda kobs, large elephant herds, buffaloes, warthogs, and various bird species. After lunch, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel—one of Africa’s densest hippo and crocodile habitats. Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
After breakfast, drive through the Ishasha sector, famous for tree-climbing lions often resting in large fig trees. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the endangered mountain gorillas. Arrive in the afternoon and check in to your cozy lodge overlooking the rainforest.
Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp (Ruhija Sector)
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
This is the highlight of your safari. After an early morning briefing, begin your trek through Bwindi’s dense jungle in search of mountain gorillas. Once you find your assigned gorilla family, you will spend an unforgettable hour observing and photographing them. After the trek, return to the lodge for well-deserved rest.
Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
After breakfast, depart for Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most scenic and peaceful lakes. Known for its 29 islands and terraced hills, the lake offers perfect relaxation. Optional activities include canoeing, birdwatching, community visits, or simply unwinding with panoramic lake views.
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
Meal Plan: Full Board (B–L–D)
After breakfast, begin the drive back to Entebbe with a stop at the Equator for photos and craft shopping. Enjoy lunch en route before arriving in Entebbe. You will be dropped at the airport for your departure or at your preferred hotel. This concludes your unforgettable 12-day adventure with Lena Tours.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch (B–L)