Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from either your hotel or Entebbe International Airport. After a quick briefing on the 6-day Kidepo and Sipi Falls safari, set off on a journey northward toward Gulu. As you travel along well-paved roads, enjoy optional stops, including a visit to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you can observe these endangered animals in their natural habitat.

Break for lunch en route, then continue to Gulu, arriving by late afternoon. Upon arrival, check into your accommodation and unwind as you prepare for the next leg of your journey.

Estimated travel time: 5–6 hours

Accommodation: Bomah Hotel (Bed and Breakfast)

Evening Game Drive in Narus Valley

After an early breakfast, begin your journey towards Kidepo Valley National Park. This 3- to 4-hour drive offers scenic views of traditional Manyattas (grass-thatched homesteads) and the rolling hills marking the boundary between the Acholi and Karamoja regions. Cross seasonal rivers before arriving at Kidepo, a park known for its rugged beauty and untouched wilderness.

Check into your lodge and enjoy a hearty lunch before embarking on an evening game drive in the Narus Valley, famed for its vast buffalo herds. Keep an eye out for elands, waterbucks, giraffes, and even lions. With a bit of luck, you may spot the elusive cheetahs, which are unique to this region in Uganda. Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Estimated travel time: 5 hours

Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge / Kidepo Savannah Lodge – Full board

Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Narus Valley, known for offering exceptional wildlife sightings. From observation points across the valley, use binoculars to view buffaloes, zebras, Uganda kobs, reedbucks, and even bat-eared foxes. The game drives in Kidepo are particularly rewarding, with the chance to see a wide variety of species without the crowds of more popular parks.

After lunch and a brief rest, head to the Kidepo Valley, located near the South Sudan border, for an excursion to the Kanangorok Hot Springs. This northern part of the park is known for its vast landscapes, stunning rock formations, and sightings of ostriches, which are abundant in this area. After a full day of exploration, return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Accommodation: Apoka Safari Lodge / Kidepo Savannah Lodge – Full board

Following breakfast, depart Kidepo and begin your journey to the lush Sipi Falls in Kapchorwa, near Mount Elgon. The drive takes you through the rugged terrain of the Karamoja region, offering incredible vistas of mountains and plains. You will stop for lunch en route, continuing your scenic drive to Sipi Falls in the eastern part of Uganda.

Arrive in the late afternoon and check into your lodge, where you can unwind and enjoy the cooler climate. Dinner will be served as you prepare for a day of exploration at Sipi Falls.

Estimated travel time: 7–8 hours

Accommodation: Sipi River Lodge / Lacam Lodge – Half board

After an early breakfast, set off for a full day of trekking and exploring the breathtaking Sipi Falls, located at the base of Mount Elgon. Accompanied by a local guide, trek through lush trails to visit the three waterfalls, which cascade from heights of 85m, 75m, and 100m. Marvel at the stunning views of the falls, catch glimpses of native birds and small wildlife, and enjoy panoramic vistas of the Karamoja plains below.

Along the way, you'll also pass through coffee plantations, where you can learn about the process of growing and harvesting some of Uganda’s finest Arabica coffee. Depending on your fitness level, you can choose to visit all three waterfalls or just two, before returning to the lodge for a well-deserved rest. Dinner will be served, followed by an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Sipi River Lodge / Lacam Lodge / Noah’s Ark – Full board

After breakfast, check out and meet your safari guide for the journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. En route, stop for lunch in Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital. If time allows, take a brief visit to the Source of the Nile, where the mighty river begins its long journey to the Mediterranean Sea.

Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the evening, depending on your departure plans. Your driver will drop you at your hotel or transfer you to Entebbe International Airport for your onward flight, bringing your 6-day Kidepo and Sipi Falls safari to a close.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

 End of Safari

This 6-day safari combines the raw wilderness of Kidepo Valley National Park with the tranquil beauty of Sipi Falls, offering a rich blend of wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and scenic beauty. An adventure to remember!