A complete Uganda journey combining cycling, wildlife, primates, mountains, water experiences, culture and community encounters — from Entebbe and Jinja to Sipi Falls, Karamoja, Kidepo, Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, Mgahinga, Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mburo and Kampala.
This safari is available by request and requires prior booking.
The final price depends on your travel dates, number of travellers, preferred accommodation category and availability of permits and services. We will share a personalised quotation clearly showing what is included and what is excluded.
Gorilla, chimpanzee and golden monkey activities require advance arrangements and permits where applicable. Early booking is strongly recommended, especially for gorilla trekking, accommodation and peak travel periods.
REQUEST A QUOTEThe 21 Days Uganda Uncovered Safari is designed for travellers who want to experience Uganda beyond a single national park. It brings together the country's diverse landscapes, wildlife, primates, local communities and cultural experiences in one extended journey.
The adventure begins around Entebbe and Jinja, continues through the dramatic Sipi Falls and Karamoja region, explores the remote wilderness of Kidepo Valley and Murchison Falls, and then heads into the forests and savannahs of Western Uganda. The journey continues to Bwindi, Mgahinga, Lake Bunyonyi and Lake Mburo before concluding with a cultural city experience in Kampala and transfer back to Entebbe.
Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Entebbe International Airport. Our guide will meet you and transfer you to your lodge in Entebbe.
If your arrival time allows, you can choose an optional experience around Entebbe. Possibilities include a Shoebill experience, Uganda Reptile Village, Entebbe Botanical Gardens or another suitable local experience.
The day is kept flexible because international arrival times can vary.
After breakfast, begin the journey to Jinja, Uganda's famous adventure destination on the River Nile. Settle into the city before heading out for a village cycling experience.
Cycle through quiet village trails, farms and local settlements while experiencing everyday life around Jinja. You will also visit our community project and learn how tourism experiences can support community initiatives.
Enjoy a boat trip on the River Nile, including the Source of the Nile experience.
Optional activities are subject to time, availability, weather conditions and the additional cost of the selected activity.
After breakfast, drive towards the spectacular Sipi Falls region in eastern Uganda. Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel into the foothills of Mount Elgon.
Take a guided hike to explore the Sipi Falls area, following scenic paths through green countryside and viewpoints around the waterfalls.
Learn about coffee growing, harvesting, processing and preparation while interacting with local farmers. After the activities, check in at the lodge and relax.
After breakfast, continue towards Moroto in northeastern Uganda. The landscape changes dramatically as you enter Karamoja, a region known for its distinctive culture, semi-arid scenery and pastoral traditions.
Depending on local arrangements and timing, visit local markets and traditional kraals. Your guide will help you understand local livelihoods, community structures, traditions and the relationship with cattle.
Continue towards Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Uganda's most remote and spectacular wilderness destinations. Enjoy rugged mountains, open plains and distant valleys.
After breakfast, begin a full-day transfer towards Murchison Falls National Park. This long travel day lets you see how Uganda's landscapes change from the remote northeast towards the northern savannah and Nile region.
Planned comfort breaks include coffee and lunch stops along the way, with suitable breaks for photographs.
Start with an early morning game drive through Murchison Falls National Park. Look out for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, Uganda kob, antelopes, warthogs, lions and a wide variety of birds.
After lunch, cruise along the Nile towards the base of Murchison Falls. Watch for hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and waterbirds while enjoying the dramatic river scenery.
After breakfast, visit the Top of Murchison Falls and experience the power of the Nile as it is forced through the narrow gorge.
Continue towards Kibale Forest National Park through changing landscapes from savannah country into the greener western region.
After an early breakfast, prepare for chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest. Before entering the forest, attend the mandatory briefing covering safety, forest rules, responsible wildlife viewing and what to expect.
Enter the rainforest with experienced guides and trackers in search of chimpanzees. The forest is also home to other primates, birds, butterflies and diverse plant life.
After lunch, enjoy a local community experience such as the banana experience or a guided Bigodi Swamp walk, depending on your preferred activity and availability.
After breakfast, continue towards Queen Elizabeth National Park. Make an Equator stop for photographs and a short break. Continue through beautiful western landscapes with views of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. The channel attracts hippos and other wildlife, while its shores provide excellent birdwatching opportunities.
Rise early for a game drive through the Kasenyi plains. Search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, antelopes, warthogs, hyenas and birds.
Later, visit the scenic crater area and enjoy volcanic landscapes and viewpoints around Queen Elizabeth National Park.
After breakfast, continue towards Ishasha. En route, visit Rwenshama Landing Site and experience life around the waters of Lake Edward.
Continue to Ishasha and enjoy an evening game drive, searching for elephants, buffaloes, antelopes and the famous tree-climbing lions.
Begin with an early morning game drive in Ishasha, providing another chance to search for tree-climbing lions and other wildlife.
After lunch, continue towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through the mountainous and green landscapes of southwestern Uganda.
Today is one of the major highlights of the journey — gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
After early breakfast, proceed to the briefing point. Park staff and guides explain trekking rules, safety, responsible wildlife viewing, photography guidance, appropriate distance, health precautions and conservation.
The trek can be physically demanding. Duration and difficulty depend on the location of the assigned gorilla family, and terrain may be steep, muddy and slippery. Once the family is located, follow your guides' instructions during the permitted viewing period.
Later, visit the Batwa community and learn about their cultural heritage and traditional relationship with the forest.
After breakfast, transfer towards beautiful Lake Mutanda near Kisoro. Enjoy spectacular highland scenery as the road winds through the hills and valleys.
Check in at the lodge and relax. Later, take a peaceful boat cruise on Lake Mutanda, surrounded by green hills and dramatic volcanic landscapes.
After breakfast, drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park for a morning golden monkey tracking experience.
Before entering the forest, attend the ranger-led briefing covering safety, forest etiquette and responsible wildlife viewing. Walk through bamboo and montane forest in search of golden monkeys. Your guides and trackers will help locate the troop and explain behaviour, habitat and conservation.
After tracking, return to the lodge and relax.
After breakfast, drive towards Lake Bunyonyi through the spectacular highlands of southwestern Uganda. Check in and enjoy lunch at the lodge with beautiful views of the lake.
Explore some of the lake's islands by boat and learn about the history and stories associated with Lake Bunyonyi and the surrounding communities.
After breakfast, continue towards Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy the changing landscape as you travel through southwestern Uganda.
After settling in, enjoy a night game drive where conditions and park arrangements permit. Experience the park as nocturnal animals become active, while your guide follows park safety regulations.
Start with a guided nature walk with wildlife. Unlike a normal game drive, this allows you to explore the ecosystem on foot with a trained ranger. Learn to recognize animal tracks, droppings, plants, birds and other signs of wildlife activity.
Depending on the route and conditions, you may encounter zebras, impalas, warthogs, giraffes, antelopes, buffaloes and many bird species.
Later, choose between a local community experience or a boat safari cruise on the lake, depending on your interests, time and availability.
After breakfast, transfer towards Kampala for a cultural and city experience. Your guide will introduce you to Uganda's capital through important cultural, historical and everyday places.
Later, enjoy lunch at Ndele Cultural Centre and experience traditional songs and dance, providing a lively introduction to Uganda's cultural diversity.
After breakfast, transfer to Entebbe for your departure flight. If your flight time allows, we can arrange an optional final experience around Entebbe, such as a Botanical Gardens visit, Reptile Village or a suitable Shoebill experience, depending on timing and availability.
Your guide will ensure you reach Entebbe International Airport in good time for departure.
The final safari quotation we share with you will clearly show the total price and the services covered. Unless specifically stated otherwise in your personalised quotation, the package includes:
Please note: any optional activity, accommodation upgrade or additional service requested after the quotation has been prepared will be discussed with you and may attract an additional charge.
REQUEST A QUOTEThis journey is designed to connect visitors with Uganda's wildlife, nature, culture and communities. Your experiences can also contribute to community initiatives supported through Jinja Bike Tours & Safaris.
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