This 14-day journey through Uganda offers an enriching blend of wildlife safaris, cultural immersion, and untamed adventure, with sustainability at its core. From rafting the Nile and hiking misty waterfalls, to meeting indigenous communities in Karamoja and tracking rhinos on foot, every step of this trip is designed to leave a positive impact on both people and the planet.
You will stay in handpicked lodges, be guided by indigenous experts, and support community-led conservation and cultural heritage preservation. Whether you are cruising along the Nile, learning from traditional cattle herders, or meeting rescued chimpanzees, this journey connects you deeply with Uganda’s wild heart, and ensures your visit contributes to its protection.
Highlights
- White Water Rafting on the Nile
- Karamoja Cultural Workshop & Village Experiences
- Game Drives in Kidepo Valley National Park & Murchison Falls National Park
- Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Visit
- Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Welcome to Uganda!
Your private guide is going to expect you at the airport and take you to the Hotel, where you have the chance to relax.
Depending on the time of arrival, optional activities may be booked.
Driving time: 15 minutes
Accommodation: Airport Guesthouse
Meals: -
Begin your adventure with a scenic drive to Jinja, where you will explore the legendary Source of the Nile. Enjoy a peaceful boat cruise as the river emerges from Lake Victoria, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant birdlife.
Driving time: 3-4 hours
Accommodation: The Kipling Lodge
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Feel the thrill of a full-day white water rafting expedition on the mighty Nile. Guided by professionals, this exhilarating adventure includes navigating through roaring rapids, swimming in calm stretches, and a riverside lunch.
Accommodation: The Kipling Lodge
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Head into the foothills of Mt. Elgon to the scenic Sipi Falls. In the afternoon, engage in a hands-on coffee experience: harvest, roast, and brew your own cup of world-class Arabica coffee grown on these fertile slopes.
Driving time: 4-5 hours
Accommodation: Home of Friends Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Hike the stunning Sipi Falls trail, exploring three breathtaking waterfalls and interacting with the local community.
Accommodation: Home of Friends Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Travel north to Moroto in the heart of Karamoja. Take part in an engaging cultural workshop at Kara-Tunga Safari Camp, where you will learn traditional crafts such as bead making, clay sculpting, or cooking indigenous dishes, all guided by local artisans.
Driving time: 3 hours
Accommodation: Karamoja Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Visit the Jié people in East Africa’s largest traditional village, Nakapelimoru. Explore the homesteads, learn about their scarification rituals and customs, and witness a vibrant youth dance. Continue to the wild Kidepo Valley National Park.
Driving time: 4 hours
Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Start the day with a game drive across Kidepo’s savannahs, where lions, elephants, giraffes, and buffalo roam. Later, connect with the Acholi community for an immersive cultural experience filled with music, dance, and storytelling.
Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Join local wildlife scouts on foot and gain insight into conservation efforts in Kidepo. Track animal footprints, learn bush survival skills, and understand how scouts avoid human wildlife conflicts.
Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Leave the wilderness behind and head to Gulu. En route, explore Fort Patiko, a historical site once used during the slave trade. The fort offers a sobering and insightful look into Uganda’s colonial past.
Driving time: 5 hours
Accommodation: African Roots Guesthouse Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Travel to Uganda’s largest national park, Murchison Falls. In the afternoon, enjoy a classic safari game drive with chances to see elephants, leopards, antelope, and more in their natural habitat.
Driving time: 3 hours
Accommodation: Murchison Bamboo Village
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Before heading back to Entebbe, you visit the top of the falls. Enjoy breathtaking views and experience the fierce power of the mighty River Nile pushing through the narrow gorge up close.
En route to Entebbe, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a unique opportunity to track rhinos on foot. It’s a rare and thrilling chance to see these endangered giants up close in their natural habitat.
Driving time: 5-6 hours
Accommodation: Airport Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Start your day with a canoe excursion through Mabamba Swamp in search of the rare and prehistoric-looking Shoebill stork. Later, take a boat to Ngamba Island to visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, where rescued chimps thrive in a protected forest environment, a perfect and heartwarming end to your journey.
Thank you for traveling responsibly with Berngo Safaris—your adventure has left a positive impact on conservation and local communities!
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Includes
- 13 Overnights in budget to mid-range accommodation
- Meals according to itinerary
- Activities according to itinerary
- Private transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser
- English speaking driver-guide
- Drinking water in the vehicle
- 24/7 personal contact in Kampala
Excludes
- International flights
- Personal travel- or medical insurance
- Visa fees
- Drinks
- Tips and expenses of personal nature
- Activities not mentioned in the itinerary or marked as optional
