10 Day Uganda Wild and Cultural Wonders
Sipi Falls, Karamoja, Kidepo Valley, Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo, in one loop that starts in the east.
Go beyond the expected.
A ten-day loop that begins in eastern Uganda and finishes in the south west. Visit Sipi Falls and the Karamoja region, spend two days in remote Kidepo Valley, then Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo.
- Sipi Falls and its coffee slopes
- Karamoja culture on the way to Kidepo
- Two days in Kidepo Valley National Park
- Two days at Murchison Falls with a Nile boat trip
- Kyambura Gorge and Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Lake Mburo National Park on the way back
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers
- Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle with driver-guide
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Park and reserve entrance fees for the activities listed
- Game drives, nature walks and a boat trip as listed
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 Entebbe to Sipi Falls
Entebbe and Sipi Falls
Meet your guide at Entebbe airport and drive east to Sipi Falls on the slopes of Mount Elgon, with a short walk to the falls in the afternoon.
Day 2 To Karamoja
Moroto and Karamoja
Drive north through the Karamoja region to Moroto, with time to meet local Karamojong communities.
Day 3 Kidepo Valley: arrival and game drive
Kidepo Valley National Park
Continue to Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Uganda's most remote parks, for an afternoon game drive.
Day 4 Kidepo Valley game drives
Kidepo Valley National Park
A full day of game drives and nature walks in the Narus Valley for lion, buffalo, elephant and giraffe, with birds found nowhere else in Uganda.
Day 5 To Murchison Falls
Murchison Falls National Park
A long drive south west to Murchison Falls National Park.
Day 6 Murchison Falls game drive and Nile cruise
Murchison Falls National Park
A morning game drive on the northern savannah, then a launch cruise to the base of the falls.
Day 7 To Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kyambura Gorge
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park near Kyambura Gorge, with an evening game drive on arrival.
Day 8 Queen Elizabeth game drive and Kyambura Gorge
Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kyambura Gorge
A game drive on the Kasenyi plains, then a guided walk in Kyambura Gorge, where chimpanzees can be seen.
Day 9 To Lake Mburo
Lake Mburo National Park
Drive south east to Lake Mburo National Park for an afternoon boat trip, walk or game drive.
Day 10 Return to Entebbe
Lake Mburo National Park and Entebbe
Drive back to Entebbe, with a stop at the equator line near Kayabwe.
On this safari
Places you will visit
EntebbeExplore place →
Sipi FallsExplore place →
MorotoExplore place →
Kidepo Valley National ParkExplore place →
Murchison FallsExplore place →
Murchison Falls National ParkExplore place →
Queen Elizabeth National ParkExplore place →
Lake Mburo National ParkExplore place →
KaramojaExplore place →
Kyambura GorgeExplore place →Kyambura Wildlife ReserveExplore place →Travel Guide
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Questions about 10 Day Uganda Wild and Cultural Wonders
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.