The 7 Days Uganda Safari and Wildlife Adventure brings you to some of the less-traveled areas of the country, such as the seldom-visited parks in Karamoja, the northeastern region of the country, and Kidepo Valley National Park, one of the most isolated locations in all of East Africa. The safari offers both luxury and mid-range lodging, according on your tastes. One of Africa’s best parks, according to CNN, is Kidepo Valley National Park. It features rocky outcrops in the grassy plains, topped by steep, rugged mountains that stretch from Southern Sudan and, to the west, a glimpse down into the Turkana plains of Kenya.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park.
You should leave Kampala by 6:30 am and head north towards Kitgum town. Since this drive will take the full day, you should pack a lunch and have two sodas or a beer along the route. In the car, there will be bottles of drinking water for you. During this lengthy eight-hour drive, you will stop multiple times for pictures and to stretch your legs. The main reason this park hasn’t been spoiled is its remote location. You will arrive at Fugley’s Guest House, a tidy, comfortable establishment with delicious food that attracts expats from far and wide. It also features a swimming pool and is a great spot to spend the night before heading to the Kidepo Valley National Park the next day.
Accommodation: Fugley’s in Kitgum.
Meals: (Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Kidepo
You continue your trip to Kidepo Valley Park after eating an early breakfast, arriving in time for lunch. You will drive through landscape that is significantly different from the rest of Uganda. At the lodge of your choosing, check in. Take a nap throughout the evening, have dinner, and stay the night.
Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge, Nga Moru Wilderness Camp.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Karamajong Cultural Expedition
After a delicious breakfast, you will head off to discover the flora and geography of this remote area of Uganda. This will be a thrilling game drive across little forests, hills, the dry riverbed, and Savannah grasslands. When you see animals like buffaloes, elephants, warthogs, lions, cheetahs, and birds together with trees and flora, you’ll be amazed and will never cease wondering how they’ve survived in this semi-arid area of the country.
While travelling to the Karankorog Hot Springs, you will also observe a number of wild creatures. Even if you travel the same path again, every game drive will be extremely different because there will always be something new to discover and see. You will be astonished by the birds, landscape, and animals, so be sure to bring your camera along to capture all the great photos.
After lunch at your lodge, go for a cultural encounter with the Karamajong people, who take great pride in their indigenous ways. They share the same deep love of cattle husbandry as the well-known Maasai people of Tanzania and Kenya.
These warriors have a very unusual lifestyle. They even think that since God granted them the right to own cattle, all cattle, including those held by others, are theirs. You will witness their way of life, the way they prepare their meals, how they enjoy life, how they dance their ancient dances, and their kindness towards the cattle. Return, enjoy dinner, and spend the night at the Lodge. Savour another evening at Kidepo Valley National Park surrounded solely by the sounds of this untamed African environment.
Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge, Nga Moru Wilderness Camp.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Guided Nature Walk – Afternoon Game Drive
Enjoy another delicious breakfast while taking in the lovely sounds of birdsong from the trees above. After breakfast, embark on a guided nature walk to experience what it’s like to be in the wild, surrounded only by little forests, savannah grasslands, and wildlife. After lunch, head back to the lodge for a game drive to further explore this amazing, secluded park that is teeming with wildlife and a wide variety of bird species. This will allow you to get up close and personal with the wildlife while driving your safari vehicle. This is one of the park’s highlights.
Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge, Nga Moru Wilderness Camp.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 5: Transfer to Sipi Falls on Mount Elgon.
You will depart for Sipi Falls after breakfast, stopping for lunch along the way. You will arrive at the Sipi Falls Lodge, which is a luxurious yet reasonably priced lodge with excellent food and stunning views of the surrounding landscape, later in the afternoon. This is a great place to relax and take in the stunning views of the surrounding falls and the surrounding area. After dinner, spend the night.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 6: Mount Elgon Excursion.
Drive to Mountain Elgon after breakfast, where you may choose from a variety of activities like birdwatching, paragliding, guided nature hikes according on your level of fitness, and mountain biking along the Mount Elgon National Park trail.
You can spend the whole day engaging in these activities if you pack a picnic lunch to eat while enjoying the mountains. There are various vegetation zones on the mountain, all of which are breathtaking and well worth seeing. Even while you can take in the stunning views of the surroundings from the comfort of your own verandah or outdoor bathtub, walking is the greatest way to get up close and personal with the wildlife.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 7: Return to Kampala – Departure.
After breakfast, you will hike to Sipi Falls in the morning and explore several caves beneath and behind the falls. This is a truly unique experience, enhanced by the vivid birds, the breathtaking surroundings, the rising light in the early morning, and the manner of life of the native people. Return to Kampala after lunch, and you should arrive there late in the afternoon.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 7 Days Uganda Safari and Wildlife Adventure.
The 7 Days Uganda Safari and Wildlife Adventure includes;
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
- Game Drive in Kidepo.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari car.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Tour Guide allowances.
- Government Taxes.
However, the tour cost excludes; Visa Fees, Air Fare, Personal Travel Insurance, Souvenirs, Tips to local guides, items of personal nature such as cigarettes, laundry, personal shopping bills and items not listed as included in the cost.