All-Inclusive 10 Days Uganda Safari, the Best Long Budget Tour:
Explore Uganda with our 10 Days Uganda Safari – Budget Safari Tour to enjoy gorilla & Chimp tracking, wildlife views, nature & cultural walks, and many more. 10 Days Uganda Safari trip starts and ends in Kampala the capital city of Uganda.
Starting and concluding in Kampala, the vibrant capital city, this 10 Days Uganda safari promises a budget-friendly adventure without compromising on the extraordinary experiences awaiting you in the heart of Uganda’s diverse landscapes. Join us for an affordable and enriching exploration of this captivating East African gem.
Brief itinerary – 10 Days Uganda Safari – Budget Safari Tour
- Day 1: Airport transfer
- Day 2: Transfer from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 3: Game Drive & boat ride at Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 4: To Kibale Forest National Park from Murchison falls national park
- Day 5: Kibale Forest & Bigodi Swamp
- Day 6: Kibale Forest National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 7: Game Drive & Launch cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 8:Transfer from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Forest National Park
- Day 9:Gorilla tracking
- Day 10: Bwindi National Park to Kampala/Entebbe
Detailed Trip Itinerary – 10 Days Uganda Safari
Day 1: Airport transfer
On arrival at Uganda’s International Airport -Entebbe, you will be received by our professional guide/driver, and then be transferred to Kampala – Uganda’s capital. The distance from Entebbe to Kampala is about 42 kilometers which is approximately a 1-hour drive.
The city is estimated to cover an area of 197 kilometers and has been Uganda’s capital city since 1969. In case of early arrival, you get initiation of Uganda’s wildlife by getting an opportunity to catch a glimpse of Africa’s wildlife at Entebbe Zoo.
It has a medium-size collection of wildlife that was saved from captivity, including rhinos, lions, Zebras, crocodiles, giraffes, hyenas, and many others.
Dinner and overnight stay at Serena Hotel Kampala (Luxury)/Cassia Lodge (Mid-range)/The Lodge Kampala (Budget).
Day 2: Transfer from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
You will travel to Murchison falls by road or by air. If you are traveling by air, you will be dropped off at Entebbe International Airport for a national flight towards one of the lovely areas. The scheduled plane departs at 08:30 am and is expected to arrive at 10:10 am at Pakuba Airstrip.
From here you will be transferred to your accommodation for check-in. In case you are traveling by road, you will be picked from your hotel to then drive North West through Bombo to the Murchison falls with a stopover at Masindi town for lunch. It is approximately 5- 6 hours (300 kilometers) from Uganda’s capital city.
Dinner and overnight stay at Paraa Safari Lodge (Luxury)/Pakuba Lodge (Mid-range)/Red Chilli (Budget).
Day 3:Game drive and boat ride in Murchison Falls National Park
Spend the whole day in Murchison falls. After early morning breakfast, you will start the day with an interesting game drive on the northern bank of the Nile. Stand high chances of seeing elephants, lions, giraffes, hartebeest, and diverse bird species.
Back to the lodge for lunch, then go for a thrilling boat cruise in the afternoon as part of your safari. It will offer you an opportunity for game viewing.
Dinner and overnight stay at Paraa Safari Lodge (Luxury)/Pakuba Lodge (Mid-range)/Red Chilli (Budget).
Day 4: Transfer from Murchison falls park to Kibale forest national park
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before being transferred to Pakuba Airstrip. The scheduled plane leaves Pakuba at around 10:30 am to Entebbe international airport before heading to western Uganda.
You will arrive at Kasese airstrip at around 14: 35 pm where you will be welcomed by our staff who will transfer you to your booked accommodation facility.
In case you are traveling by road, you will be transferred from Murchison falls to Kibale forest, driving and passing through green countryside, traditional homesteads, and farms along Albertine Rift escarpments. It is about 7- 8 hours to arrive at the park.
Dinner and overnight stay at Kyaninga Lodge (Luxury)/Primate Lodge (Mid-range)/Chimpanzee Guesthouse (Budget).
Day 5: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest & Bigodi Swamp
Have breakfast at the lodge before going for chimpanzee tracking. The forest is sound for having the greatest number of chimpanzees in the country and East Africa as a whole. While tracking these habituated chimpanzees, you will come across other primates including the white colobus monkeys.
In the afternoon, transfer to Bigodi swamp well-known for its unique bird species.
Dinner and overnight stay at Kyaninga Lodge (Luxury)/Primate Lodge (Mid-range)/Chimpanzee Guesthouse (Budget)
Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & an evening game drive
Today, after a relaxed breakfast, transfer to the Queen Elizabeth National park. You will peacefully be driven to the park towards the south passing via the Crater Lake area. Appreciate the beautiful landscape with hills. Continue with a game drive on arrival within the park. It will take you approximately 3-4 hours.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mweya Safari (Luxury)/Kyambura George (Midrange)/Enganzi lodge (Budget).
Day 7: Game drive and an evening boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Have a cup of coffee or tea then go for an early morning game drive to the Kob mating area in Kasenyi. Expect to see elephants, buffaloes, lions, and other fauna in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, go for an exciting boat cruise along the Kazinga channel. A good percentage of wildlife is found along this channel including buffalos, hippos, and elephants.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mweya Safari (Luxury)/Kyambura George (Midrange)/Enganzi lodge (Budget).
Day 8: Transfer from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Forest National Park
Have breakfast then check out from your lodge. Transfer to Kasese Airstrip for the scheduled charter which departs at 10:05 am. It will take you about 2 hours to arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest national park- the home of the threatened mountain gorillas.
If you are transferring from queen by road, you will pass via the Ishaha area, pronounced for the tree-climbing lions. It will take you 3-4 hours to reach the park.
Dinner and overnight at Chameleon hill lodge (Luxury), Nkuringo safari Lodge ( Mid-range)/Wagtail Eco-Lodge (Budget).
Day 9: Gorilla tracking in Bwindi
This is the most interesting part of your safari. It is a very unique and memorable walk, through the muddy and steep environments within the park before you meet any gorilla. It will take you a whole day tracking these great apes.
It will be rewarding when you observe these rare apes. Spend some time with them and take some photographs.
Dinner and overnight at Chameleon hill lodge (Luxury), Nkuringo safari Lodge ( Mid-range)/Wagtail Eco-Lodge (Budget).
Day 10: Transfer back to Kampala/Entebbe
Appreciate the closing moments in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. You will then be transferred to Kihihi for your flight back to Kampala. There are two flights, one at 10:55 am them the other at 2:05 pm. Choose wisely the most suitable time which is convenient.
If you are traveling by road, it will take you 8- 10 hours to arrive in Kampala- Uganda’s capital and 45 minutes to reach Entebbe International Airport.
Inclusions – 10 Days Uganda Safari
- Lodging as defined in the itinerary
- Meals as described in the Itinerary that is Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Ground transport
- If you so wish, domestic flights. The maximum weight allowed is 15 kilograms in soft luggage
- Informed English speaking guide/driver
- Entrance fees and ranger fees in Ugandan national parks
- Gorilla tracking permits
- Chimpanzee tracking permits
Exclusions – 10 Days Uganda Safari
- Visa fees
- Meals and drinks which are not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips
- Laundry service
