Big Five, Chimps and Murchison Falls
Big Five, Chimps and Murchison Falls
$2250
Tour Overview
This safari takes you to the Murchison Falls NP. The highlights of this park include the roaring rapids of the Murchison, the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest national park and the Big Five sighting. You will thereafter transfer to Kibale, the primate capital. Expect to encounter human's closest wild relation, the chimps firsthand. You will be fascinated by these awesome apes. Finally, transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP where you can expect a boat trip along the Kazinga Channel and a game drive. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Transfer To Murchison Falls Np With Detour Rhino Tracking In Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Location: Entebbe International Airport, Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge
Accommodation Name: Fort Murchison (Room)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Your safari starts from the hotel or Entebbe Airport where our guide/driver will pick you and hit the road to Murchison Falls National Park. The highlights of this park include the roaring rapids of the Murchison, the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest national park, where you will have the chance of viewing lions, giraffes, hartebeest, buffalo, and elephants. Then surely you will be fascinated by the concentration of hippos and the Nile crocodiles here. For birders, Murchison Falls boasts 450 bird species including the elusive shoebill stork, dwarf kingfisher, the white-thigh hornbill, and the Goliath heron among others. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Morning Game Drive And The Afternoon Launch Trip To The Base Of The Falls
Location: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Fort Murchison (Room)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast, tour the northern section of Murchison with a high concentration of savannah wildlife. Enjoy game viewing and photography of elephants, buffalos, waterbucks, giraffes, Uganda kobs, lions, the leopards (if you are lucky) plus a variety of bird species.
Return to your accommodation for lunch and then go for a launch trip to the base of the falls (which is the highlight of the safari in Murchison Falls as it allows you to get up close to the animal species in the water).
Day 3 : Exit Murchison And Transfer To Kibale Forest Np
Location: Kibale National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Turaco Treetops
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast at your accommodation, drive to the top of the falls (if you didn’t hike yesterday) where you will have spectacular views of the falls. If you hiked, you can depart for Kibale Forest National Park. Kibale is highest at the park’s northern tip, which stands 1,590 m above sea level. The lowest point is 1,100 m on the floor of the Albertine Rift Valley to the south and covers 795 sq km of beautiful forest
Day 4 : Go Chimp Trekking In Kibale Forest And Later Transfer To Queen Elizabeth Np
Location: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge
Accommodation Name: The Bush Lodge (Banda)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will experience some serious primate business! Kibale Forest National Park boasts the highest number of primate species in the world, including chimpanzees. Approximately 5,000 chimpanzees live in the wild in Uganda, which makes it a perfect place to spot them! An experienced ranger will take you chimp tracking in the morning.
The activity begins at 8.00 am with a briefing regarding the rules of trekking the chimpanzees. Afterward, you'll set off to search for them in the forest. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will have a full hour with them. You will return to the lodge for lunch after which you will head out for Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will arrive in the evening and have an overnight stay at your booked accommodation.
Day 5 : Morning Game Drive And Launch Trip Along The Kazinga Channel
Location: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: The Bush Lodge (Banda)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On this day, you will have a game drive and launch trip (boat trip) on the Kazinga Channel. Early in the morning, you will go out for a game drive through the park, with magnificent views of the plains, valleys, terraced hills, and wild animals such as reedbuck, bushbuck, kob, warthog, elephant, lion, buffalo, and so much more. Have a break and relax as you eat lunch served at the lodge.
Day 6 : Transfer Back To Entebbe
Location: Entebbe International Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Depending on your departure time, you may opt to visit the Katwe Salt Lake or go for explosion crater drive before exiting Queen Elizabeth. Else, depart for Entebbe straight away after your breakfast. Your lunch will be en route. You will be dropped off in Entebbe Airport or taken to your preferred hotel. We hope to see you (or any referral) when next, you visit and thanks for choosing verdoro safaris Uganda.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Fully Guided
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Meals
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Transport
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
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Insurance
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International Travel
Mode of Transport
4X4 Vehicle
Accommodation
Mid- Range
Check out our Q&As
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
All our tours are fully guided.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Travellers are required to present their covid vaccination proof.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes we can
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Are flights included in this tour?
No flights included for this tour unless when a traveller requests for a luxury or midrange or super-luxury package.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Although some countries can acquire visa on entry, we highly recommend travelers to apply for E-visas to save time being spent in ques on entry and any other inconveniences.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Children above the age of 5 years can join the tour.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Budget hotels unless when one requests for the luxury or midrange or super-luxury package..
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please read our terms and conditions.Our Covid-19 guidelines are included.
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Are travellers safe while on this tour?
Uganda is a peaceful country and not at war with anyone.Our traveller's safety is a priority, and they are very safe while on their tours.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Travellers are advised to communicate in time most recommended 60 days before the travel date.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
A year
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our travellers are accompanied by an expert from Verdoro Safaris.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Certificate of incorporation, Tourism license
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All our accommodations
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Am I safe in Uganda ?
Yes. Uganda and the whole of East African region are not at war with anyone which makes it a safe zone for tourists.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
NO
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
YES
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your payment receipt
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Big Five, Chimps and Murchison Falls
6 Days Starting and ending in entebbe
Visiting: Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
V0020
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
5-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Halal