Your adventure begins early, as you're met by your guide and transferred from Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The journey takes approximately 6 to 7 hours, with a stop at the equator for breakfast, photos, and a brief demonstration of the equator’s unique effects. Afterward, continue with a stop for lunch at the Igongo Cultural Centre in Mbarara, before arriving at the park. 

Upon arrival, check into your lodge before embarking on an exciting boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel at 2:00 p.m. This cruise offers a prime opportunity to witness large pods of hippos, crocodiles basking on the shores, and an array of bird species, such as cormorants, pelicans, and Egyptian geese. As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Meals: Full board  

Overnight: Mweya Safari Lodge / Parkview Safari Lodge / Pumba Cottages / Queen Elizabeth Safari Lodge

Start your day with an early breakfast, followed by an exciting game drive in the Kisenyi area of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Keep an eye out for early risers like lions, elephants, and buffaloes, and if you're lucky, a sighting of the elusive leopard. You’ll also spot giraffes, antelopes, warthogs, and a variety of bird species such as cattle egrets, Marabou storks, and Hadada ibises.

After the game drive, embark on a scenic 3-hour drive to Fort Portal, where you'll stop for lunch en route. Upon arrival, explore the beautiful crater lakes around Fort Portal and take a short city tour. Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay in the charming town.

Meals: Full board  

Overnight: Fort Portal Lodge / Primate Lodge / Mountains of the Moon Hotel

After an early breakfast, depart for a full-day drive to Murchison Falls National Park. The journey takes you through Uganda's diverse landscapes, with a stop for lunch along the way. Arrive at the park in the late afternoon, where you may have time to visit the summit of the majestic Murchison Falls. Witness the mighty Nile River squeezing through a narrow gorge before plunging down in a thunderous cascade. Afterward, check into your lodge for dinner and overnight relaxation.

Wake up early for a hearty breakfast and set off on a morning game drive along the Northern Bank of Murchison Falls National Park. Expect to see an array of wildlife, including elephants, Rothschild giraffes, buffaloes, and lions, as well as antelopes like Uganda kobs and oribis. With luck, you might even spot a hartebeest or a waterbuck. The game drive lasts about 3 to 4 hours, offering plenty of time to observe the wildlife and take in the park's stunning savannah landscapes.

Return to the lodge for lunch, then embark on a boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of the falls. This cruise offers unforgettable views of the mighty falls as you glide past pods of hippos, sunbathing crocodiles, and various bird species like the kingfisher and cormorant. For the adventurous, there's an optional hike to the top of the falls via Baker’s Trail, where you can marvel at the waterfall from various viewpoints before reaching the summit. The challenging hike is well worth the effort as you're rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the falls and the surrounding wilderness.

After your hike, return to your lodge for dinner and a well-earned rest.

Meals: Full board  

Overnight: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge

On your final day, enjoy an early breakfast before departing for the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola District. This sanctuary is home to Uganda’s only remaining rhinos, which are being protected and bred for eventual reintroduction into the wild. Spend 2 to 3 hours trekking and observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

After your rhino experience, stop for lunch along the way and continue your journey to Kampala or Entebbe, where you’ll be dropped off at the airport for your departure flight or at your hotel in the city.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch