8 days Under the Shadow of Elgon: Exploring Uganda’s Sun-Kissed East

Duration
3 Days - 2 Nights
Group Size
1

8 days Under the Shadow of Elgon: Exploring Uganda’s Sun-Kissed East

3 Days

Experience the best of Uganda in just eight days, combining thrilling wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural experiences. This adventure takes you from the vibrant waters of the Nile in Jinja to the spectacular Sipi Waterfalls, offering hiking, abseiling, and local coffee tours along the way. Explore Murchison Falls National Park, where powerful waters meet abundant wildlife on land and along the Victoria Nile. Encounter endangered rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and track the rare shoebill bird at Mabamba Bay. Throughout the journey, enjoy scenic drives, delicious local cuisine, and opportunities to immerse yourself in Uganda’s rich culture, making this tour a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and discovery.

Included/Exclude

Cost Includes

  • Accommodation throughout the trip
  • Airport transfers
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • 4WD custom-built safari vehicle with fuel
  • Park entrance fees
  • Two Gorilla permits ($1,400 value)
  • Drinking water during the trip
  • Fresh fruits along the road
  • Cultural entertainment
  • Bird watching
  • Meals on a bed and breakfast basis
  • Abseiling at Sipi Falls
  • Coffee tour in Sipi
  • Game drives in all the national parks
  • Sampling a traditional Ugandan Rolex

Cost Excludes

  • International flights
  • Visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, tips, etc.)

Trip Info

  • 4 Star Hotel
  • Available
  • Available
  • Guided
  • English, Local
  • Tour Vehicle

Why its one of the best Trips?

This eight-day Uganda adventure is one of the best trips because it combines diverse experiences that showcase the country’s natural beauty, wildlife, and culture in a single journey. From the thrilling waters of the Nile in Jinja to the breathtaking Sipi Waterfalls, the trip offers adventure activities like hiking and abseiling, as well as immersive local experiences such as coffee tours and traditional dances. Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in spotting hippos, crocodiles, and other animals along the Victoria Nile, tracking rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, and seeking the rare shoebill bird at Mabamba Bay. Scenic drives through lush landscapes, comfortable accommodations, and the opportunity to experience Uganda’s vibrant culture make this safari both exciting and enriching, leaving travelers with unforgettable memories of the Pearl of Africa.

Tour Highlights

  • Visit the source of the Nile in Jinja
  • Walk along the wild waters of the Nile
  • Explore Sipi Waterfalls with hiking and abseiling
  • Participate in a local coffee tour and enjoy traditional dances
  • Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
  • Boat cruise on the Victoria Nile to see hippos, crocodiles, and other wildlife
  • Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
  • Shoebill bird watching at Mabamba Bay
  • Scenic drives through Uganda’s beautiful landscapes
  • Sample local delicacies including the famous Ugandan Rolex

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From $2678
/ per person (2 pax)

Trip Info

  • 4 Star Hotel
  • Available
  • Available
  • Guided
  • English, Local
  • Tour Vehicle