7 Days Hiking, Wildlife & Adventure Safari – Uganda’s Wild Side

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Kampala. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the city or rest and prepare for the journey ahead. Overnight in Kampala.

After breakfast, depart for Sipi Falls in Eastern Uganda, located at the base of Mount Elgon. The drive offers scenic views of the countryside and plantations. Arrive in the afternoon and settle into a cozy lodge overlooking the stunning waterfalls. Enjoy sunset views and a local dinner with the soothing sounds of falling water.

Today you’ll explore the spectacular Sipi Falls on foot, guided through coffee farms, local communities, and lush trails. You’ll visit all three falls and have the chance to abseil down one of them for a serious adrenaline kick. The hike offers incredible views and cultural insights into life on the mountain slopes. Return to the lodge for a restful evening.

After breakfast, hit the road for Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most iconic safari destination. The journey takes most of the day, with a lunch stop in Gulu. On arrival, check into a safari lodge and unwind with views of the Nile River flowing nearby.

Start the day with an early morning game drive across the savannah, spotting elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalos, and other wildlife. Return to the lodge for breakfast and later enjoy a thrilling boat safari on the Nile. Cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, where water roars through a narrow gorge, creating one of Africa’s most powerful natural spectacles. Optionally, you can hike to the top of the falls for a panoramic view before returning to the lodge.

Check out early and begin your return journey to Kampala with a special stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Here, you’ll track white rhinos on foot with a ranger, completing your Big Five wildlife experience. After lunch, continue to Kampala and check into your hotel for a relaxed final evening.

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a relaxed breakfast and, if time allows, a short Kampala city tour visiting landmarks or local craft markets. You’ll then be transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your Ugandan adventure.