THE ADVENTURE, AT A GLANCE
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something remarkable.
Explore Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks on a captivating 5-day tour that offers thrilling wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable experiences. Your adventure begins in Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its diverse ecosystems and rich biodiversity. Embark on exciting game drives to spot the Big Five and witness the incredible array of wildlife, including elephants, hippos, and numerous bird species. A boat safari on the Kazinga Channel provides a unique perspective, allowing you to see animals up close as they gather along the shores.
Next, head to Lake Mburo National Park, where you’ll enjoy scenic views of rolling hills and expansive savannahs. This park is famous for its zebra population and offers the opportunity for guided nature walks and horseback safaris, giving you an intimate experience with nature. Each day is filled with adventure, and you’ll stay in comfortable accommodations that enhance your experience in the wild. This thoughtfully designed tour promises to create lasting memories as you explore two of Uganda’s most stunning national parks, rich in wildlife and natural beauty.
Your journey.
Day by day.
Day 1 - KAMPALA TO QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK
After an early morning breakfast, you will be picked by your driver guide who will transfer you to
Queen Elizabeth national park that allows you an en route stop over at the Equator for photographs and as well as to perform a simple experiment and experience a tropical balance before proceeding for Lunch. After lunch proceed to Queen Elizabeth national park. On arrival at your lodge, you will relax for the rest of the day.
Day 2 - MORNING GAME DRIVE/ LUNCH CRUISE
Early in the morning you will go for a game drive to view out the early risers and predators returning their hideout along Kasenyi tracks and Queens Mile. This dawn drive offers you an opportunity to see Lions, Leopards, Giant Forest Hogs, Cape Buffaloes, Elephants, Defassa Waterbucks, spotted hyenas, Uganda Kobs, Topi, Bush bucks and bird species. After the game drive return to the lodge for a late breakfast and relax till lunch and then after lunch you will go for a 2 hours Launch cruise on the Kazinga channel into Lake Edward. This launch cruise will give you a great opportunity for photography, bird watching and game viewing at a close range. Return for an easy evening dinner and over night.
Day 3 - CHIMPANZEE TRACKING/EVENING GAME DRIVE
After having your breakfast, head to Kyambura Gorge for Chimpanzee Tracking. The gorge is part of the giant Rift Valley, the place where you will meet your chimpanzees in abundance. The chimpanzees are habituated meaning that they are used to human beings they move daily building new nests. You will spot other wildlife like Vervet and black/white Columbus monkeys, Baboons, and many bird species. Later in the afternoon, drive to the crater region where you will take a hike to the craters as you enjoy the beautiful scenery, Possible to have a simple game drive or even relaxing . Return to your lodge for an overnight.
Day 4 - DRIVE TO LAKE MBURO NATIONAL PARK
After Breakfast, drive to LMNP. The Park contains a variety of attractions; it is dominated by extensive wetlands, rolling grassy hills, seasonal and permanent swamps, wooden savannah, and forests, which harbors a variety of plants and animal species. After lunch take a boat trip inside Lake Mburo and enjoy wildlife viewing see Crocodiles, Pelicans, Hippos, Herons and the rare Shoebill stork
Day 5 - GAME DRIVE SAFARI/ DEPART FOR KAMPALA
You are likely to see eland & buffalo and nearly always warthog, topi, impala, duiker, bushbuck, waterbuck, and zebra other animals
After this exhilarating experience Relax has your lunch and head for Kampala arriving in the evening.
This is a suggested route. Your written proposal confirms the final schedule, stays and arrangements. On mountain trips, ask us to confirm arrival and departure nights separately from trekking days.
The practical
part of the adventure.
What the itinerary covers
- Accommodation in huts throughout the trek
- Expert guide
- Meals
- Transportation within the park
Plan for separately
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Park entrance fees (likely not included)
- Porters (cost not specified)
- Climbing equipment rental (cost not specified)
- Personal expenses (drinks, tips, etc.)
Inclusions can depend on your selected arrangements. Confirm the exact meal plan, accommodation, transfers and optional activities with Kwesa before booking.
A few good questions.
Can I make this trip my own?
Share your travel dates, party size and preferred pace. The Kwesa team will explain which arrangements can be adapted and prepare a personal proposal.
How much will my trip cost?
Ask for a current quote for your dates and group. Your proposal should state the currency, per-person or group basis, inclusions, exclusions and payment conditions.
What happens after I enquire?
Your enquiry starts a conversation with our team. We confirm your preferences, propose the arrangements and explain the booking conditions before you commit.
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