Safari Highlight
This 5 days Uganda adventure safari is perfect for adventurous tourists visiting Uganda –the Pearl of Africa. You will visit Jinja the adventure capital for white water rafting and visiting the source of the Nile – the longest river in the world is best suited for an adventurous holidaymakers. The safari begins with White Water Rafting in Jinja. From here proceed further east to Sipi falls where you will enjoy views of the 3 tier waterfalls and also hike on the verdant slopes of Mount Elgon which has the world’s largest caldera.
Activities: white water rafting, guided hikes, visit source of the Nile, Visit Mabira Forest
Day 1: Visit the Sezibwa falls, Forest Walk in Mabira and explore the Source of River Nile
Day 2: Full day White Water Rafting on River Nile
Day 3: Transfer to the Sipi Falls on Mount Elgon
Day 4: Hike the slopes of Mount Elgon
Day 5: End of the adventure Safari
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Visit the Sezibwa falls, Mabira Forest Walk and explore the Source of River Nile
Early in the morning, your safari drive-guide will pick you from your hotel brief you about the safari and then start the journey to Uganda’s adventure capital – Jinja. During the drive, you will see large tea, sugar and banana plantations plus various markets selling fresh fruits and vegetables. You will visit the Sezibwa falls which have quite an interesting local myth as it is said that the river on which they are found (River Sezibwa) was born by a woman.
From here continue to Mabira forest where you will have a guided forest walk to see different types of primates, butterflies, various tree species and birds.
Proceed with the journey to Jinja where you will visit the source of the River Nile where this river begins its long 4,000 mile journey to the northern part of the African continent before pouring into the Mediterranean Sea. Check into your accommodation where you will dine and spend the night.
Meal plan: lunch and Dinner
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Wild waters Lodge
- Mid-range: Haven Lodge
- Budget: Nile River Camp
Day 2: Full day White Water Rafting on River Nile
Today you will enjoy a full day adventure as set our white water rafting on River Nile. After breakfast you will transfer to the site where white water rafting is conducted and there you will get a chance to enjoy the Grade 5 rapids that offer remarkable drops and leaps which are among the best adventurous rapids on the continent. During this adventure you will see the verdantly forested river banks and small island that are inhabited by different birds and primates.
Alternatively, you may choose to raft for half of the day and then engage in any of the other optional activities such as horseback riding, jet boating, community walks, Bungee jumping, kayaking and squad biking.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Wild waters Lodge
- Mid-range: Haven Lodge
- Budget: Nile River Camp
Day 3: Transfer to the Sipi Falls on Mount Elgon
Today after your breakfast, proceed further east of Uganda, driving through Mbale City towards Kapchorwa found on the slopes of Mount Elgon where you will visit the spectacular Sipi falls that present in a three-tier. The hike to the falls is quite adventurous as it will take you through plantations on the mountain slopes. You will also visit the caves found beneath these falls. Later in the day, check into your accommodation where you will dine and spend this night.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation:
- Mid-range: Sipi River Lodge
- Budget: Casa Sipi Lodge
Day 4: Hike Mount Elgon slopes
Enjoy breakfast early morning before leaving for the slopes of Mount Elgon with a packed lunch. You will be led by one of the highly experienced guides and follow the different trails up the mountain during which you will spot different birds and enjoy the beautiful scenery on the mountain slopes. Later return to your accommodation for dinner and the overnight rest.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation:
- Mid-range: Sipi River Lodge
- Budget: Casa Sipi Lodge
Day 5: Departure to Kampala
This will be the final day of the 5 days Uganda adventure safari. After a nice breakfast, you will begin the journey back to the capital Kampala with lunch en-route and a stopover to by some souvenirs (if time allows). The safari driver-guide will drop you either at a hotel of your choice or at Entebbe international airport for your departure flight where he will bid you farewell.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Safari includes:
Full Board Accommodation as highlighted in itinerary
All meals as listed in the itinerary
Service of a full-time English speaking driver-guide
Transportation in a 4WD safari vehicle
Bottled water in the safari vehicle
Park entrance Fees
White Water rafting
Sipi falls tour
Hike to Mount Elgon
Airport transfer if your flight is on the same day safari ends.
Safari Excludes:
All flights and Visa Fees
All activities listed as optional
Personal Insurance
Personal Expenses such as drinks, laundry services, tips, cigarettes and telephone
