From the Nile to the Rwenzori

Length
10 days
Where
Uganda
Style
Private safari, just your party
Best time
June to September, December to February

Start where the Nile leaves Lake Victoria, then head west to the Mountains of the Moon for forest walks below the glaciers, finishing with wildlife in Queen Elizabeth.

Highlights.

  • The source of the Nile at Jinja
  • Rafting, kayaking or a sunset cruise on the river
  • Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale
  • Forest walks below the Rwenzori glaciers
  • Game drives and a boat trip in Queen Elizabeth

Day by day.

  1. Day 1

    Arrive

    Met in Entebbe and taken to your hotel.

  2. Day 2

    Jinja

    The source of the Nile. Choose a sunset cruise, a kayak or a full day of rafting.

  3. Day 3

    Jinja

    A free day on the river, or a visit to the craft markets.

  4. Day 4

    West to Fort Portal

    A long drive across the country, broken up with stops.

  5. Day 5

    Kibale

    Chimpanzee tracking in the morning.

  6. Day 6

    Rwenzori foothills

    A guided day walk into the montane forest, with views up towards the peaks on a clear day.

  7. Day 7

    Rwenzori

    A second walking day, or a village and coffee visit.

  8. Day 8

    Queen Elizabeth

    Game drive and Kazinga Channel boat trip.

  9. Day 9

    Queen Elizabeth

    Morning game drive, afternoon at leisure.

  10. Day 10

    Fly back

    Flight to Entebbe.

What’s included.

Included

  • Private vehicle and driver-guide
  • Chimpanzee permit
  • Guided Rwenzori walks
  • Park entry fees
  • Lodges, chosen with you
  • Return domestic flight

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visas
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and porters
  • Drinks and personal spending

Price on request. You receive an itemised quote for your dates, with permits and green fees shown at the current published rate.

Good to know.

  • Rafting is optional and graded by section, from gentle to wild.
  • The Rwenzori walks are day hikes, not a summit climb, and need reasonable fitness.
  • There are two long driving days across the country, broken up with stops.
  • The activity level is moderate. Day hikes in the Rwenzori foothills.

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