A 14-Day Journey Through the Heart of Uganda
From tracking rhinos on foot in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and cruising along the mighty Nile beneath the spectacular Murchison Falls, to encountering chimpanzees in their natural habitat and standing face-to-face with endangered mountain gorillas in the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, every day reveals another side of Uganda.
But this journey is about more than wildlife.
Travel with Kedrace Tours & Travel and experience Uganda through the people who call it home. Meet local communities, discover traditional skills and crafts, learn about everyday Ugandan life, and visit grassroots initiatives making a difference in local communities. You will also have the opportunity to connect with children and community initiatives supported through KASA, creating a journey that goes beyond sightseeing and becomes a meaningful cultural exchange.
This is Uganda as it is meant to be experienced—wild, welcoming, authentic and unforgettable.
Trip Highlights
- Rhino Tracking
- Big Five & Savannah Wildlife
- Mighty Murchison Falls
- Chimpanzee Tracking
- Gorilla Trekking
- Golden Monkeys
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Community & Culture
- Kasa Community Connection
14 Day Journey Through the Heart of Uganda
Wildlife, Gorillas, Culture & Community
Discover Uganda beyond the ordinary safari. This unforgettable 14-day adventure takes you across some of the country’s most remarkable landscapes, combining iconic wildlife encounters, mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee and golden monkey experiences, rich cultural traditions, and genuine community connections.
Welcome to Uganda!
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Kedrace Tours & Travel representative and transferred to your place of accommodation.
After check-in, take time to relax and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a gentle introduction to Uganda with an optional visit around Entebbe.
Overnight: Entebbe
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, begin your journey northwards toward Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest national park.
On your route, visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to Uganda's protected rhino population.
Enjoy a guided rhino tracking experience on foot, offering an exciting opportunity to observe these magnificent animals in their natural environment while learning about conservation efforts.
Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving later in the day.
Overnight: Murchison Falls area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wake up early for a morning game drive across the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park.
Keep your eyes open for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, antelopes and other wildlife, while your guide helps you discover the park's diverse ecosystems.
After lunch, enjoy a spectacular boat safari on the Victoria Nile, travelling toward the base of the mighty Murchison Falls.
The riverbanks provide excellent opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and a wide variety of bird species.
Overnight: Murchison Falls area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart Murchison Falls and travel south toward the lush landscapes of western Uganda.
The journey takes you through changing scenery—from savannah plains to green countryside and tropical forests.
Along the way, enjoy views of rural Uganda and local communities as you make your way toward the Kibale Forest region, famous for its remarkable primate diversity.
Overnight: Kibale / Fort Portal area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is dedicated to Uganda's fascinating primates.
After breakfast, head into Kibale Forest for a guided chimpanzee tracking experience.
Listen for the calls of the forest as you search for chimpanzees moving through the trees. Kibale is also home to numerous other primate species and an impressive variety of birds.
In the afternoon, experience Uganda beyond the forest with a community and cultural visit, such as the Bigodi Wetland community experience.
Meet local residents, learn about traditional livelihoods, crafts and farming, and discover how tourism supports community development.
Overnight: Kibale / Fort Portal area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda's most scenic wildlife destinations.
Enjoy a game drive as you explore the park's savannah landscapes, with opportunities to see elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, warthogs, lions and a variety of bird species.
Later, take a memorable boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its large concentration of hippos and crocodiles.
The cruise also offers excellent opportunities for photography and bird watching.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart toward the southern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, known as Ishasha.
Enjoy a game drive through Ishasha, where you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, antelopes and, with luck, the famous tree-climbing lions.
Continue toward the magnificent landscapes of southwestern Uganda and the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
As you approach Bwindi, the landscape transforms into rolling hills, dense vegetation and dramatic mountain scenery.
Overnight: Bwindi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is one of the most anticipated days of your Ugandan adventure.
After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your mountain gorilla trekking experience.
Enter the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with experienced trackers and guides in search of one of Earth's most extraordinary creatures.
Once you encounter a gorilla family, spend a magical period observing their behaviour, interactions and daily life in the forest.
The trek can be physically demanding and may involve steep, muddy and uneven terrain, but the experience is truly unforgettable.
Return to your lodge after the trek to relax and celebrate this remarkable experience.
Overnight: Bwindi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today offers a slower and more personal side of Uganda.
Spend time with a local community and experience aspects of everyday life in the region.
Depending on the selected experience, you may participate in activities such as:
- Traditional cooking
- Local craft making
- Coffee experiences
- Traditional music and dance
- Village walks
- Storytelling
- Learning about local livelihoods
- Visiting community initiatives
This is an opportunity to connect with people rather than simply passing through their communities.Overnight: Bwindi / Kisoro area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinne
After breakfast, travel toward the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park area for a memorable golden monkey tracking experience.
Golden monkeys are endemic to the Albertine Rift and are known for their distinctive appearance and energetic behaviour.
After the trek, continue toward the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by rolling green hills and numerous small islands.
Relax beside the lake and enjoy the peaceful scenery after several days of adventure.
Overnight: Lake Bunyonyi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wake up surrounded by the peaceful beauty of Lake Bunyonyi.
Enjoy a relaxed morning before experiencing the local culture and communities around the lake.
Depending on the chosen activities, you may enjoy a canoe experience, community walk, local cultural encounter or visit to a grassroots initiative.
Learn about local traditions, livelihoods and the importance of community-based tourism.
The day provides a welcome opportunity to slow down, connect with local people and reflect on the experiences of your safari.
Overnight: Lake Bunyonyi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, begin the journey back toward central Uganda.
Travel through the beautiful Ugandan countryside, passing local villages, farms and changing landscapes.
Along the way, enjoy opportunities to stop for photographs and interact with local communities.
Continue toward Kampala or Entebbe.
Overnight: Kampala / Entebbe
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Today is dedicated to one of the most meaningful parts of your journey: community connection.
Visit a KASA-supported community or education initiative and spend time learning about its work and the people it serves.
Depending on the programme schedule, you may have the opportunity to meet children, interact with community members, learn about education initiatives and understand some of the challenges and opportunities within local communities.
The experience is designed to create respectful and meaningful cultural exchange while demonstrating how responsible tourism can contribute to local development.
Later, enjoy a cultural experience in Kampala or Entebbe.
Overnight: Kampala / Entebbe
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Your Ugandan adventure comes to an end today.
After breakfast, enjoy some free time depending on your flight schedule.
Your Kedrace Tours & Travel representative will transfer you to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.
As you leave Uganda, take with you unforgettable memories of incredible wildlife, ancient forests, mountain gorillas, local communities, breathtaking landscapes and the people you met along the way.
Until we meet again—Webale nnyo!
Meals: Breakfast
Trip Includes /Excludes
Cost Includes
- ✓ Airport arrival and departure transfers
- ✓ Accommodation throughout the journey
- ✓ Meals as specified in the itinerary
- ✓ Private 4x4 safari vehicle
- ✓ Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- ✓ All applicable national park entrance fees
- ✓ Game drives and boat safaris
- ✓ Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary rhino tracking experience
- ✓ Gorilla trekking permit
- ✓ Chimpanzee tracking permit
- ✓ Golden monkey trekking permit
- ✓ Selected community and cultural experiences
- ✓ Visits to community and grassroots initiatives
- ✓ Drinking water during safari transfers
- ✓ Safari planning and assistance throughout your journey
This Cost Excludes
- ✕ International and domestic flights unless specifically stated
- ✕ Uganda entry visa
- ✕ Travel and medical insurance
- ✕ Optional activities not included in the itinerary
- ✕ Tips and gratuities
- ✕ Personal shopping and other personal expenses
- ✕ Alcoholic and premium beverages
- ✕ Any services not specifically mentioned under “Included”
FAQs
Authentic Uganda. Meaningful Experiences. Memories That Last.
At Kedrace Tours & Travel, we don’t simply take you to Uganda’s famous destinations—we help you experience the country.
From the roar of Murchison Falls to the quiet moments spent in the rainforest, from thrilling wildlife encounters to conversations with local communities, every experience is thoughtfully planned to bring you closer to the real Uganda.
Come for the wildlife.
Stay for the people.
Leave with memories that last a lifetime.
Kedrace Tours & Travel
Your Journey. Our Uganda. An Experience to Remember.