6 Days "Nile to Nature" Adventure – Jinja, Ziwa, Murchison & Kibale Forest

Eastern & Northern Uganda , Jinja, Murchison Falls, Kibale , Uganda

6 days Min: 1 / Unlimited

Experience Uganda's wild heart.

From the roaring Nile rapids of Jinja to the thundering Murchison Falls and the enchanting chimpanzee forests of Kibale.

Early morning pick-up from Kampala or Entebbe and transfer eastwards to Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital where the Nile begins its journey north.
Proceed for an unforgettable white-water rafting experience (Grade 3–5 rapids) — an essential adventure for thrill seekers.
Optional experiences (time and preference permitting):
Bungee jumping over the Nile.
Zip lining through the riverside forest canopy.
Nile tubing or water biking for a lighter adventure.

After RAFTING

Breakfast at the lodge.
Depart northwards via Kampala towards Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Enjoy a guided rhino tracking experience on foot (approx. 2 hours) with trained rangers — a rare chance to see Uganda’s only rhinos in the wild.
Proceed to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest protected area.
Check in at your lodge and relax for the evening.
Overnight: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge / Fort Murchison.

Early breakfast at the lodge.
Depart for a morning game drive across the northern plains — look out for lions, giraffes, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and Uganda kob among the savannah grasslands.
Return to the lodge for relaxation and lunch.
Afternoon boat cruise on the Nile to the base of the spectacular Murchison Falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife along the way.
Optional short drive or hike to the Top of the Falls for stunning views where the Nile explodes through a 7m gorge.
Overnight: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge / Fort Murchison.

Breakfast at the lodge, then begin your scenic drive southwest through the Albertine Rift Valley.
Enjoy stopovers for photographs, local snacks, or crater lake viewpoints along the way.
Arrive in Kibale Forest National Park, home to one of Africa’s densest populations of chimpanzees.
Evening relaxation at your lodge.
Overnight: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge / Turaco Treetops / Isunga Lodge.

Breakfast at the lodge.
Head to the park offices for your chimpanzee trekking adventure with Uganda Wildlife Authority guides — enjoy close encounters with these intelligent primates and other forest residents.
Return for lunch at the lodge.
Afternoon visit to the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run conservation area renowned for its rich birdlife and swamp-dwelling mammals.
Optional: Visit nearby crater lakes or local cultural sites before dinner.
Overnight: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge / Turaco Treetops / Isunga Lodge.

Breakfast at the lodge.
Begin your return journey, exiting the park via Kamwenge, with scenic countryside views and optional brief stops along the way.
Continue towards Kampala or Entebbe for evening drop-off.

Park entrance fees per person.
Accommodation on a full board basis (breakfast - lunch - dinner).
One white-water rafting experience in Jinja (standard full-day).
Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger/guide fees (rhino tracking - chimp trekking - game drives).
One boat cruise on the Nile River at Murchison Falls.
Medical & emergency evacuation insurance for the duration of the safari.
Fuel for the entire trip.
Government taxes & conservation levies.
Mineral water during travel.
Safari van park entry fees.
Safari van hire and professional driver services.
All listed activities and experiences.
Professional English-speaking safari guide throughout.
24/7 on-ground support while on safari.

International flights.
Uganda entry visa.
Tips & gratuities to driver/guide - porters and rangers.
Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks.
Optional Jinja activities (bungee jumping - zip lining - tubing - water biking).
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary.
Personal expenses (laundry - souvenirs - etc.).