7-Day Uganda Murchison, Masindi & Hoima Albertine Safari
The Nile crashing through Murchison Falls, a quieter reserve beside it, and Bunyoro heritage above Lake Albert.
Go beyond the expected.
A northern Albertine safari that pairs Uganda's largest park with two lesser-visited reserves and the Bunyoro kingdom's heartland. It offers game drives, a Nile cruise and a chance to see how the escarpment and Lake Albert shape life in this part of the country.
- Boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls
- Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
- Drives and birdwatching in Bugungu Wildlife Reserve
- Bunyoro heritage and the Kibiro salt gardens near Hoima
- Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve above Lake Albert
What's included
Included
- All accommodation as specified
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with driver-guide
- Park and reserve entrance fees for the activities listed
- Guided activities as listed in the day-by-day itinerary
- Meals as specified in the day-by-day itinerary
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Confirm current park fees, permit availability, accommodation and pricing before booking, since these can change with season and demand. Access to remote areas should be confirmed before travel.
Day by day
Day 1 Arrival in Entebbe
Entebbe
Arrive and transfer to your accommodation, with time to rest and meet your guide for a briefing on the days ahead.
Day 2 Drive to Masindi
Masindi
Drive north to Masindi, an old market town and the usual gateway to Murchison Falls. Time to rest or stroll before the next day.
Day 3 Into Murchison Falls
Murchison Falls National Park
Enter the park for a game drive on the way to your lodge, with giraffe, buffalo, elephant and many antelope on the plains beside the Nile.
Day 4 Nile cruise and the falls
Murchison Falls National Park
A morning boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, followed by a guided walk to the top of the falls, where the whole river squeezes through a narrow gap.
Day 5 Bugungu Wildlife Reserve
Bugungu Wildlife Reserve
Explore Bugungu Wildlife Reserve, on the park's southeastern edge, with an early game drive or walk and birdwatching. Facilities are simple, so we confirm access before travel. Drive on towards Hoima.
Day 6 Hoima and Kabwoya
Hoima and Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve
Learn about the Bunyoro kingdom in Hoima, then visit Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve above Lake Albert for a game drive or walk with sweeping views of the rift valley. An optional visit to the Kibiro salt gardens shows traditional salt-making.
Day 7 Return and departure
Entebbe
Drive back to Entebbe via Kampala for your onward flight.
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Questions about 7-Day Uganda Murchison, Masindi & Hoima Albertine Safari
Do I need a visa to visit Uganda?
Most nationalities need a visa for Uganda, commonly available as an e-visa applied for online before travel. Requirements vary by nationality, so check the current official guidance for your passport well ahead of your safari.
How many days do I need in Uganda?
A focused gorilla trekking safari can work in as few as 4–5 days, but 8–12 days lets you combine gorilla trekking with chimpanzee tracking, a savannah park such as Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls, and some rest time — we shape the exact length around what you want to include.
How many national parks does Uganda have?
Uganda protects its landscapes and wildlife across ten national parks, ranging from the rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (home to mountain gorillas) to the savanna of Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest park.
How much does a gorilla trekking permit cost in Uganda?
Uganda gorilla trekking permits are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and priced separately from your safari cost. Permit prices and availability change periodically, so we confirm the current official rate and secure your permit as part of planning your safari — book several months ahead where possible, since permits for popular dates sell out.
What is the best time to visit Uganda?
Uganda can be visited year-round. The drier months (roughly December–February and June–September) are generally easiest for trekking and game viewing, while the wetter months bring lush scenery, fewer crowds and lower lodge rates. Gorilla trekking is possible in any month, since it happens in rainforest regardless of season.
What wildlife is Uganda known for?
Uganda is best known for mountain gorillas — it holds roughly half of the world’s remaining population — alongside strong chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and over 1,000 recorded bird species, an exceptional figure for a country of its size.