Day 1: Journey to Sipi Falls – Eastern Circuit

Sipi Falls - Begin the adventure with a hotel pick-up in Kampala, heading towards Sipi Falls via the Eastern route, passing through Mukono, Jinja, Iganga, and Mbale. On the way to Sipi Falls, enjoy a stop at Ssezibwa Falls, a picturesque waterfall in Mukono and a significant cultural site for the Buganda Kingdom. Continue the journey through Mabira Forest and Jinja, relishing the stunning view of the Nile River as you cross the new bridge for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Abseiling and Hiking – Sipi Falls

Sipi Falls - After breakfast, embark on a 7 to 8 km hike along the Sipi Falls trail to explore the three magnificent waterfalls, which vary in heights of 75, 85, and 100 meters. After capturing breathtaking views and photographs, enjoy an abseiling adventure. Spend the rest of the evening with a leisurely dinner and overnight stay at the pre-booked lodge or resort.

Day 3: Community and Coffee Tour around Mt. Elgon

Mt. Elgon National Park - Meet a local guide for an extensive coffee tour in the Sipi Falls/Mt. Elgon area. Experience the fascinating process of coffee cultivation in the Bugisu region. The guide will demonstrate the stages of coffee growing, harvesting, drying, sorting, frying, pounding into powder, and preparing it for tea. Don’t miss tasting Bugisu coffee during the homestay.

Day 4: Cultural and Traditional Dance, Community Walk

Day 5: Travel to Moroto

Kidepo Valley National Park - After breakfast, embark on a journey to Kidepo Valley National Park in Northeastern Uganda. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Karamoja plains during the drive, with lunch en route, followed by check-in at your accommodation.

Day 6: Hike Mount Moroto and Transfer to Kidepo Valley Park

Kidepo Valley National Park - Begin the hike to the summit of Mount Moroto, located in Northeastern Uganda, standing at an altitude of 3083 meters. It is Karamoja’s highest extinct volcano, featuring three peaks: Sokodek, Imagit, and Sogolomon. Enjoy a half-day hike through Mount Moroto, exploring the gentle elevation descent, and then transfer to Kidepo.

Day 7: Hike Mount Morungole and Meet the IK People

Kidepo Valley National Park - Depart the lodge for Mount Morungole to start the hike to the summit and meet the IK people. Mount Morungole stands at 2750 meters, offering a moderate hike. Upon reaching the top, meet the IK, also known as Teuso, a tribal/ethnic group residing in Northeastern Uganda. Known as the Mountain People, the IK live atop Mount Morungole. Gain deep insights into their unique traditions, cultures, hunter-gatherer practices, spiritual beliefs, and more. Descend from Mount Morungole and transfer to the lodge for relaxation.

Day 8: Early Morning Game Drive in Kidepo Valley Park

Kidepo Valley National Park - With an experienced guide, set off from the lodge for a full-day game drive through Kidepo savanna plains. Kidepo is a remarkable wilderness area, offering authentic African experiences and wildlife encounters. Expect to see African bush elephants, caracals, zebras, lions, giraffes, cape buffaloes, antelopes, leopards, and various birds. Enjoy a picnic lunch or return to the lodge for lunch, and later in the afternoon, continue with an evening guided nature walk with an experienced park guide.

Day 9: Visit the Karamojong Community

Kidepo Valley National Park - Rise early for breakfast, then head to the Karamojong community/village, also known as Manyatta. Spend the day with the Karamojong, traditional pastoralists, learning about their traditions, cultures, and practices. Witness the naming festival of animals and humans.

Day 10: Road Trip to Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls National Park - Depart Kidepo for Murchison Falls National Park, which spans four districts in Northwestern Uganda: Nwoya, Kiryandongo, Buliisa, and Masindi. Murchison Falls NP is Uganda’s largest park, covering over 3840 square kilometers and home to over 76 mammal species, 451 bird species, and various flora. En route to Murchison National Park, detour to Aruu Falls, a stunning waterfall in Northern Uganda, enjoy lunch, and then continue to Murchison Falls.

Day 11: Game Drive and Mini Hike at the Top of the Falls

Murchison Falls National Park - Embark on an early morning game drive starting at 6:00 am. Travel through the scenic northern game track, spending 2 to 3 hours spotting animals such as waterbucks, African bush elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, hartebeest, oribis, Uganda kobs, and various bird species. In the afternoon, enjoy a hike to the top of the falls, capturing photos and watching the waterfalls as they force through a narrow 8-meter rock.

Day 12: Morning Delta Cruise on the Nile and Afternoon Boat Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls

Murchison Falls National Park - Begin the day with breakfast and set off for a morning Nile Delta boat cruise. Observe hippos, crocodiles, and the scenic view of the Nile. Return for lunch, then embark on an afternoon boat cruise to the base of the falls. Spot aquatic species such as hippos, crocodiles, and water birds in abundance, and take pictures of the falls at the base.

Day 13: Transfer to Budongo Forest

Budongo Forest Chimpanzee Tracking - Depart from the Northern circuit to the Southern Province to explore Budongo Forest. Enjoy a guided nature walk through the Royal Mile, a rich birding spot to see birds like the brown-chested alethe, Nahan’s francolin, white-spotted greenbul, blue-breasted kingfishers, rufous-sided broadbill, chocolate-backed kingfishers, fire-crested alethe, and African dwarf kingfishers. In the evening, visit the Polish Church in Nyabyeya near Masindi. Discover the unique history of the Polish Catholic Church, built by Polish refugees in the 1940s, where many Polish people succumbed to jiggers, illness, and hunger during World War II.

Day 14: Transfer to Kampala via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Murchison Falls National Park - After breakfast, depart the hotel and proceed to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking. This is the only place in Uganda where rhinos can be seen in their natural habitat. After a 2-hour trek with the rhinos, return and be driven back to Entebbe for departure or stay at a hotel in Entebbe city.

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