8 Days Northern Uganda Wildlife Safari | Top Best Package 2024

Tour Overview

Our 8 Days Ultimate Northern Uganda Wildlife Safari starts and ends in Entebbe. This safari will take you to Jinja which is Uganda’s first capital and commercial city. While at Jinja, you will go rafting along the Nile and you will also take a relaxed drive along the river Nile. The safari will continue to Sipi Falls and while there, you will have a glimpse of the three beautiful and eye-catching waterfalls of Sipi. This safari will continue to Kidepo Valley National Park where the traveler will see the amazing wild treasure. Kidepo is one of Africa’s last great wilderness areas with a rugged savannah landscape. The safari will be Aruu Falls where you will enjoy the beautiful views and scenery at these amazing falls.

Detailed Itinerary: 8 Days Northern Uganda Wildlife Safari

Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Jinja.

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and greeted by our representative who will escort you to your tour vehicle where you will meet your friendly and professional guide who will be willing to help you with anything throughout the safari. You will then be transferred to Jinja for an overnight stay and dinner.

Accommodation: Jinja Nile resort (Luxury)/ 2 friends guest house (Midrange)

Meal plan: Full board

Day 2: White water rafting & boat ride along the Nile

Wake up, have breakfast, and transfer to the white water rafting starting point. The rafting excursion takes you to the hub of water rafting activities in Africa, as well as other adventures. You face the greatest challenge of the great river Nile while speeding through rapids with a qualified and experienced crew.
Conquer your anxieties and plunge the rapids, then paddle between the eight rapids and take in the Nile’s breathtaking scenery. You will be in the greatest hands possible when embarking on this journey thanks to the expert rafting gear, safety boats, and knowledgeable kayakers.

After the rafting adventure, you will return to the lodge for lunch and then set out for the afternoon boat cruise. You will be met by the Boat Captain and you take a boat to the source of the Nile, visit the old power dam area then visit the Mahtma Ghandi monument. Thereafter you will return and transfer to your lodge.

Accommodation: Jinja Nile resort (Luxury)/ 2 friends guest house (Midrange)

Meal plan: Full board

Day 3: Transfer to Sipi Falls and hike the 3 waterfalls

After breakfast, you will transfer to Sipi Falls that are found in Kapchorwa which is north of Mbale. The other neighboring districts of Sipi Falls are Sironko and Mbale. As you move towards the Kenyan border, there is Lays Mountain Elgon National Park and it is at its edge that you will embrace the Sipi Falls. Upon arrival, you will hike a series of three of these waterfalls that make up the Sipi Falls.

Accommodation: Rafiki lodge sipi (Luxury)/ Sipi valley resort (Midrange)

Meal plan: Full board

Day 4: Hiking Mount Elgon

Rise early and have breakfast, after setting out with a packed lunch. Meet the park guides who will brief you and are ready to guide you through the trails on the mountains, there will also be porters that can help carry your luggage just in case it’s heavy. You will start with any trail such as Kapkwai, Kapkwata, or Baradari Forest exploration centre. During the hike, you will have a great adventurous time. Later, return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and Overnight at Sipi Falls

Accommodation: Rafiki lodge sipi (Luxury)/ Sipi valley resort (Midrange)

Meal plan: Full board

Day 5: Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park via Moroto

Today after breakfast, you will hit the road to the famous Kidepo Valley National Park. Kidepo is one of Africa’s most beautiful destinations and is commonly known as the African wilderness. Upon arrival, you will check in at the lodge for relaxation, overnight stay, and dinner.

Accommodation: Apoka Safari lodge (Luxury)/ Zebra safari lodge (Midrange)

Meal plan: Full board

Day 6: Morning Game drive and evening game drive

Rising to the sounds of mother nature, have an early breakfast and go for a morning game drive in the true African wilderness along the Kanangorok hot springs which has a variety of wildlife such as Elephants, Antelopes, buffaloes, and Giraffes and you are likely to spot lions, cheetahs, and leopards as well.

After lunch, you will set out for an evening game drive in the Narus Valley. Kidepo Valley National Park has a great variety of animal species of which 28 of them do not occur in any other Ugandan national park. The Narus Valley offers an opportunity to see the park’s wildlife almost throughout the year. Here you have an opportunity to see the animals up close.

Accommodation: Apoka Safari lodge (Luxury)/ Zebra safari lodge (Midrange)

Meal plan: Full board

Day 7: Morning Game drive and evening game drive

Rising to the sounds of mother nature, have an early breakfast and go for a morning game drive in the true African wilderness along the Kanangorok hot springs which has a variety of wildlife such as Elephants, Antelopes, buffaloes, and Giraffes and you are likely to spot lions, cheetahs, and leopards as well.

After lunch, you will set out for an evening game drive in the Narus Valley. Kidepo Valley National Park has a great variety of animal species of which 28 of them do not occur in any other Ugandan national park. The Narus Valley offers an opportunity to see the park’s wildlife almost throughout the year. Here you have an opportunity to see the animals up close.

Accommodation: Apoka Safari lodge (Luxury)/ Zebra safari lodge (Midrange)

Meal plan: Full board

Day 8: Transfer to Aruu Falls

After breakfast, you will check out of the lodge with the help of your guide and transfer to Aruu Falls which is located in Pader district in Northern Uganda. Upon arrival, you will tour the waterfalls and you will have thrilling views of the waterfalls, and beautiful scenery and also listen to the roars of the water. You will have a picnic lunch on the large rocks at the bottom of the falls as you enjoy the cool breeze from the waters. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Gulu for an overnight stay and dinner.

Accommodation: Bomah hotel Gulu (Luxury)/ Acaki lodge (Midrange)

Meal plan: Full board

Day 9: Transfer back to Entebbe

After breakfast, you will embark on your journey back to Entebbe International Airport for your flight back home.

End of our 8 Days Northern Uganda Wildlife Safari

Inclusions

• Transportation
• Accommodation
• Meals as specified above
• Aruu falls hike
• Boat ride along the Nile
• Rafting
• Game drive
• Park Entrance fees
• Sipi falls hike
• Mt Elgon hike
• Game drives
• English speaking guide
• All transfers
• All activities mentioned above.

Excludes

• Tips & gratuities
• Personal expenses
• Air tickets
• Visa fees