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Mountain Meets Jungle: 7-Day Uganda Safari – Rwenzori Mountains, Kibale & Queen Elizabeth National Park

Entebbe International Airport, Kampala, Rwenzori Mountains National Park, Semuliki National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Entebbe International Airport,
Duration

7 day(s)

Tour type

Regular & Private

Group size

2-8 people

Physical Level

moderate

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Tour Overview

This scenic 7-day journey takes you from the legendary Rwenzori Mountains, also known as the "Mountains of the Moon", through the lowland jungles of Semuliki National Park, the primate-rich Kibale Forest, and the savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Along the way, you’ll experience a rare blend of mountain landscapes, hot springs, chimpanzees, forest wildlife, and classic game drives with a chance to spot lions and elephants.

Activities
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Tour Features

Duration
7 day(s)

Max Group Size
2-8 people

Tour Code
TSB-5MWDAW

Departure Type
request

Tour Category
National Park

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
15 - 75

Entebbe International Airport

Pickup Time:

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Entebbe International Airport

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Rwenzori mountain hiking or cultural exploration

Itinerary

Day 1

· Depart early via Mityana and Mubende

· Scenic countryside views with optional cultural stops en route

· Arrive in the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains

· Relax or take a short nature walk near the base

Expected Experience:

· Stunning views of the Rwenzori range, rich green hillsides, cultural immersion

· Overnight: at a hotel in Kasese (accommodation options, limited to Budget or Midrange)

Day 2

· Choose between a half-day guided hike in the Rwenzori foothills (to Nyamwamba Valley or Mahoma Falls) or a Bakonjo cultural experience

Expected Experience:

· Breathtaking Mountain scenery, glacial rivers, traditional music, crafts, and storytelling

· Overnight: Same as Day 1

Day 3

· Transfer to Semuliki National Park, a unique lowland forest

· Visit the Sempaya Hot Springs (male & female springs)

· Visit the Batwa community for a cultural experience

· Nature walks through the rainforest with birding and primate spotting

Expected Experience:

· Boiling geysers, pygmy forest communities, red-tailed and black-and-white colobus monkeys, rare forest birds

· Overnight: at Semuliki (accommodation options, Budget, Midrange or Luxury)

Day 4

· Transfer to Kibale Forest

· Afternoon visit to crater lakes or relaxation at the lodge

Expected Experience:

· Lush tropical rainforest, scenic crater lakes, peaceful forest lodges

· Overnight: at Kibale NP (accommodation options: Budget, Midrange or Luxury)

Day 5

· Morning chimpanzee tracking with a park ranger (2–5 hours depending on group)

· Optional: Afternoon visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for birding and cultural tour

Expected Experience:

· Close-up view of chimpanzees in their natural habitat, primate diversity, wetland birds, and authentic village experiences

· Overnight: Same as Day 4

Day 6

· Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP through scenic crater landscapes

· Afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel

Expected Experience:

· Elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and crocodiles on the channel; birding including fish eagles, pelicans, and kingfishers

· Overnight: at Queen Elizabeth NP (accommodation options; Budget, midrange or Luxury)

Day 7

· Morning game drive in Kasenyi Plains (possible sightings: lions, Uganda kob, warthogs, buffalo)

Expected Experience:

· Sunrise savannah scenes, wildlife encounters, final views of western Uganda’s diverse ecosystem

· Return drive to Kampala or Entebbe

End of our safari

Included

6 nights accommodation (Budget, Mid-range, or Luxury according to package selected)

Professional English-speaking safari driver/guide

Meals as specified in the itinerary

Airport pick-up and drop-off

Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle

Chimpanzee tracking permit

Queen Elizabeth National Park entrance fees

Semuliki National Park entrance fees

Rwenzori Mountains National Park entrance fees

Kazinga Channel boat cruise

Guided nature walks

Cultural visits to the Batwa and Bakonjo communities

Bottled drinking water during transfers

Government taxes and park fees

Excluded

International and domestic flights

Travel insurance

Uganda visa fees

Optional activities

Alcoholic and soft drinks

Personal expenses

Laundry services

Tips for guides and lodge staff

Items not specifically mentioned under "Included"

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