4-Day Big 5 Luxury Safari, Rhino & Chimpanzee Trekking

Search for the Dinosaur in Mabamba Swamp

Day 1Search for the Dinosaur in Mabamba Swamp Search for the Dinosaur in Mabamba Swamp Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel or the airport by your private guide. You'll head to the shores of Lake Victoria for a shoebill trek, where you’ll first board a motorboat, then switch to a local community canoe to reach the heart of the swamp. Here, you’ll search for the legendary shoebill — a rare, dinosaur-like bird found only in a few parts of Africa. After the trek, you'll continue your journey in a safari Land Cruiser, comfortably equipped for road travel and fitted with tablets offering movies for the drive. You'll arrive at Uganda’s only rhino sanctuary, check in to your lodge, and relax — rhinos often roam close to the accommodation, offering close encounters right from your doorstep. Main Destination: Mabamba Swamp Best Time To Go August to September and December to February (Best for spotting shoebill) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather Accommodation: Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch - Chalets Luxury lodge located in Ziwa Rhino Ranch +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Rhino Trekking and Top of the Worlds Most Powerful Waterfall

Day 2Rhino Trekking and Top of the Worlds Most Powerful Waterfall Rhino Trekking and Top of the Worlds Most Powerful Waterfall You'll start your day with a rare and unforgettable experience — tracking rhinos on foot in the only place in Uganda where wild rhinos roam freely. This guided walking experience, led by expert rangers, allows you to approach these endangered giants safely and observe them at close range in their natural environment. After the trek, you'll continue your journey north to Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest and oldest national park. You'll make a stop at the top of Murchison Falls — where the entire Nile surges through a 7-meter gap in the rock. The sound, the spray, and the sheer force make this one of Africa’s most dramatic natural sights. Then, as you drive through the savannah, keep your eyes open — wildlife like giraffes, elephants, and antelopes are often seen even before you reach the lodge. Main Destination: Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch Best Time To Go June to August and December to February (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Safari Game Drive and River Nile Cruise

Day 3Safari Game Drive and River Nile Cruise Safari Game Drive and River Nile Cruise You'll start your day with a morning game drive as we search for the rest of the Big Five — lions, leopards, elephants, and buffalo. Wildlife is very diverse here, with good chances of spotting giraffes, Uganda kobs, Jackson’s hartebeest, bushbucks, hyenas, and warthogs. In the afternoon, you'll embark on a boat safari along the Nile, the longest river in the world, heading upstream to the base of Murchison Falls — the most powerful waterfall on the planet. Watch as the entire Nile squeezes through a narrow 7-meter-wide gorge before crashing 43 meters down with incredible force. Along the way, you'll enjoy excellent wildlife viewing, spotting hippos, Nile crocodiles, and elephants along the riverbanks. Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures) Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP ChimpanzeeOccasional ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon HippoAbundant Show more LeopardOccasional White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Chimpanzee Trekking in Budongo Forest

Day 4Chimpanzee Trekking in Budongo Forest Chimpanzee Trekking in Budongo Forest You'll begin the day with an early morning chimpanzee trek in Budongo Forest, part of the southern sector of Murchison Falls National Park. Accompanied by experienced trackers, you’ll venture into the tropical forest in search of our closest wild relatives, listening for their calls echoing through the trees. After this unforgettable encounter, you'll depart for Entebbe, enjoying scenic views along the way as we reflect on the incredible wildlife experiences of the past few days. Main Destination: Budongo Forest (Chimps) Best Time To Visit April to August (Best for chimp trekking) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures) Wildlife in Budongo Forest ChimpanzeeCommon ElephantOccasional BuffaloOccasional LionVery Rare LeopardRare White RhinoNone Show more GiraffeNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can con