Uganda is one of Africa’s most diverse safari destinations, offering breathtaking wildlife encounters across savannahs, rivers, and national parks. This 7 days Uganda wildlife safari combines two of the country’s most iconic parks: Murchison Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park.

During this safari, you will experience powerful waterfalls, boat cruises on the Nile, tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and unforgettable game drives.

This itinerary is designed by Trip to Gorilla Safaris to give you the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and wildlife photography opportunities.

Day 1: Arrival in Uganda – Kampala/Entebbe

Highlights:

• Airport pickup
• Hotel check-in
• Safari briefing

On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your safari guide from Trip to Gorilla Safaris. You will transfer to your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe for relaxation and preparation for your adventure.

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Highlights:

• Scenic road drive through Uganda countryside
• Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (optional rhino tracking)
• Entry into Murchison Falls National Park

You will travel north through beautiful landscapes and local villages. A stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary gives you a chance to complete part of the Big Five experience before continuing to Murchison Falls.

Day 3: Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari

Morning Game Drive:

• Lions
• Elephants
• Buffaloes
• Giraffes
• Antelopes

Afternoon Boat Cruise:

• Hippos
• Crocodiles
• Water birds
• View of Murchison Falls base

This day offers one of Uganda’s best safari combinations—land and water wildlife viewing in a single park.

Day 4: Top of the Falls & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Morning Activity:

• Visit the Top of Murchison Falls
• Scenic photography experience

After exploring the powerful waterfalls where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda.

Day 5: Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Highlights:

• Lions in Kasenyi plains
• Elephants and buffaloes
• Uganda kob (main prey of lions)
• Scenic savannah landscapes

Queen Elizabeth National Park offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Uganda, especially during early morning game drives. Visitors can also enjoy chimpanzee trekking in the morning, followed by a relaxing afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.

Day 6: Kazinga Channel Boat Safari & Ishasha Lions

Morning Boat Safari:

• Largest concentration of hippos in Africa
• Elephants bathing at the shore
• Crocodiles and birds

Afternoon Game Drive:

• Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha sector
• Buffalo herds in open savannah

This is one of the most unique safari experiences in Africa.

Day 7: Return to Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast, you will begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.

Highlights:

• Scenic countryside drive
• Lunch stop along the way
• Drop-off at hotel or airport

This marks the end of your unforgettable Uganda wildlife safari.

🐾 Wildlife You Will See

• 🦁 Lions (including tree-climbing lions)
• 🐘 Elephants
• 🐃 Buffaloes
• 🦒 Giraffes
• 🦛 Hippos
• 🐊 Crocodiles
• 🐆 Leopards (rare sightings)

Best Time to Visit Uganda

The best time for a 7 days Uganda wildlife safari is during the dry seasons:

• June to September (peak safari season)
• December to February (best wildlife visibility)

During these months, animals gather around water sources, making game viewing easier.

Accommodation Options

You will stay in comfortable safari lodges and camps such as:

• Luxury safari lodges
• Mid-range eco-lodges
• Budget safari camps

All lodges are located near or inside national parks for easy access to wildlife areas.

Why Choose This Safari?

✔ Covers Uganda’s top 2 wildlife parks
✔ Includes river and land safari experiences
✔ High chance of Big Five sightings (except rhino)
✔ Professional safari guides
✔ Perfect for photography and adventure