Journey from Kampala to Kitgum, with a Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Rhino Fund Uganda - A driver/guide will meet you at Entebbe Airport to commence your tour to Uganda’s most remote national park. The journey will take you through expansive plains and remote vegetation in the northern region of the country.

During the trip, you will visit and track White Rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This sanctuary is dedicated to breeding black and white rhinos, with the aim of eventually restoring rhino populations in Uganda’s protected areas.

The journey continues with a lunch stop in Gulu, before reaching Kitgum for an overnight stay.

Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park, Game Drive

Kidepo Valley National Park - Start your day with an early cup of tea or coffee before continuing to Kidepo. Arrive in time for lunch, then embark on your first game drive in Africa’s most breathtaking wilderness. Travel through the Narus Valley for excellent wildlife viewing, including buffalo herds, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, and cheetahs. There are plenty of photo opportunities, and the drive is leisurely, allowing stops whenever desired.

Return to the lodge to unwind, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Kidepo Valley National Park Game Drive

Kidepo Valley National Park - After breakfast, embark on another thrilling game drive across open savannahs, rocky outcrops, hills, forests, and mountain ranges. Discover unique features, animals, and birds, and marvel at how certain plants thrive in this arid region. Visit the Kanangorok Hot Springs for stunning photo opportunities and observe numerous animals, especially lions resting on rocky outcrops.

Later, enjoy a cultural tour of the distinctive Karamajong people living around the park. Like the park, the Karamajong lifestyle is unique and largely untouched by external influences, unlike most Ugandan tribes. They are cattle herders who believe all cattle belong to them and live primarily to protect their livestock. They are a fascinating group with unique customs.

Game Drive and Nature Walk-Hot Springs

Kidepo Valley National Park - After breakfast, begin your game drive. Kidepo National Park is home to elephants, zebras, giraffes, large buffalo herds, warthogs, duikers, Jackson’s Hartebeest, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hundreds of bird species. The game drive will take you to the Narus Valley, where you can enjoy a nature walk to the Hot Springs before returning to your accommodation. A night game drive is also available.

Return Journey to Kampala/Entebbe

Kampala - Depart in the morning after breakfast, heading back to Kampala with a lunch stop at Kabalega diners. You will be dropped off at the airport or hotel, marking the end of the trip.

• Dinner
• Breakfast

In 2013, Kidepo Valley National Park was honored with a prestigious CNN wilderness award, establishing it as one of Uganda’s most desirable tourist destinations. The Big 5 Kidepo safari offers an impressive array of attractions that distinguish this national park. Visitors can enjoy a diverse range of wildlife, including both birds and animals, as well as rich cultural experiences and stunning physical landscapes. Experience the true wilderness of Uganda here.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.