5-Day Big 5 Kidepo valley National Park Safari

Kampala, Uganda
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Kidepo Valley National park won a prestigious CNN wilderness award in 2013 and is now one of the most sought after tour places in Uganda. The Big 5 Kidepo safari unleashes the formidable combination of touristic features that make this national park stand out. These include variety of wildlife (both birds & animals), culture and physical features. We welcome you to Uganda’s true wilderness experience.

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive to Gulu via Ziwa Rhinos Sanctuary

Stop At: Rhino Fund Uganda, Gulu Highway Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Nakitoma Uganda
Your five days safari to the true African wilderness will kick off early morning from either Entebbe or Kampala. You will have a lunch stop at Ziwa rhino’s sanctuary where you will also visit the only Rhinos in Uganda. You will proceed to Gulu town crossing the Great River Nile. Here you will have an overnight. Doors between 1:00 and 5:00 PM.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Bomah hotel

Day 2: Drive to Kidepo Valley National park and have a game drive!

Stop At: Kidepo Valley National Park, Kitgum Uganda
After breakfast, you shall drive to the rugged semi arid but beautiful valleys of Kidepo valley national park. The exclusive savannah plains are a habitat for over 77 mammal species which include the famous Africa big five as well as around 475 bird species. You will arrive in time for lunch and afterwards head for your first game drive.
Duration: 24 minutes

Meals included:



Accommodation included: kidepo savannah lodge

Day 3: All day game drive and walk at the Hot springs

Stop At: Kidepo Valley National Park, Kitgum Uganda
Today you will set out early for a game drive and have an idea how animals start the day. Look out for elephant, warthog, duiker, Jackson’s Hartebeest, lion, leopard, zebra, giraffe, huge herds of buffalo, cheetah and hundreds of bird species. After an afternoon rest, you will have another game drive that will lead you to the Hot springs. You will take a walk around these hot water streams.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Kidepo savannah lodge

Day 4: Morning game drive and afternoon Community visit

Stop At: Kidepo Valley National Park, Kitgum Uganda
After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive through the Narus Valley. it will also enable you to be in full sight of varieties of birds as well. In the evening you will drive to a nearby village for a community experience. Discover the interesting beliefs and values of the Karimojong people. You will also be able to see some of their traditional tools, crafts and jewelry. You will also be invited for a vigorous leaping dance with these jolly individuals.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:



Accommodation included: kidepo savannah lodge

Day 5: transfer back to Entebbe

Stop At: Entebbe, Entebbe, Central Region
You will have an early breakfast as you wind up your safari and prepare for a long road journey to Entebbe or any other destination of your choice. Don’t forget to look out the beautiful landscape and features along the way. Where applicable, you will be driven to the airport to catch your flight back home.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:



Accommodation included: no accommadation

Inclusions

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • Private transportation
  • Restroom on board
  • 5x Breakfast
  • 5x Dinner
  • 5x Lunch
  • Accommodation included: 5 nights
  • Entry/Admission - Kidepo Valley National Park
  • Entry/Admission - Rhino Fund Uganda

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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