Example of a tailor-made journey, fully customisable
Ouganda
11 days / 9 nights
January and February, June to August
KIDEPO VALLEY NATIONAL PARK
After a first night in the capital Entebbe, you will fly over part of Uganda to reach Kidepo Valley National Park, on the border with Kenya.
A low-altitude flight that reveals the contrasting landscapes of this captivating country.
With an English-speaking ranger, you will explore this little-known yet remarkable park aboard a 4×4, for better wildlife viewing.
You will stay 3 nights at Apoka Safari Lodge.
Located at the heart of the park, this lodge blends seamlessly into its surroundings, with decor crafted by local artisans.
At the end of the day, unwind on your private veranda or by the pool, recharging before new adventures.
SEMLIKI NATIONAL PARK
Next, head to Semliki National Park aboard a light aircraft.
Here, you will discover yet another set of landscapes and untouched nature.
Wildlife is present but patience is required to spot it.
The park receives few visitors, making your safaris all the more exclusive.
Birdwatchers will be delighted by the rare and endemic species found here.
You will stay 2 nights in this park, which offers varied activities: 4×4 safaris, walking safaris, or boat trips on Lake Albert, where you can observe the shoebill stork.
Treks to encounter chimpanzees are also organised.
You will stay at an intimate lodge steeped in the atmosphere of early explorers, the Semliki Safari Lodge.
Semliki National Park, Ouganda © The Uganda Safari -C Steinberg
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST NATIONAL PARK
No trip to Uganda is complete without visiting Bwindi and its gorillas.
You will reach this unique ecosystem by light aircraft and stay 3 nights at Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge.
Built from local volcanic stone, the lodge offers sweeping views over the treetops, volcanoes and mountains through its large bay windows. High-end comfort and contemporary decor provide genuine moments of relaxation, as if floating on a cloud.
During your stay, you will experience one of the most unforgettable encounters of a lifetime: coming face to face with our closest cousin, the gorilla.
This itinerary includes two gorilla permits, meaning you will have the chance to observe this giant on two consecutive days.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and gorilla trekking can rightly be considered the highlight of this Ugandan safari!
A gorilla trek is full of unpredictability, and it is impossible to know in advance how many hours you will need to walk before spotting the primates. The trek can take anywhere from 2 to 8 hours.
Expect a long and often strenuous walk, through steep and muddy terrain, sometimes in the rain — but the reward is worth far more than gold.
Please note: good physical condition is essential to undertake this trek.
Gorilles des montagnes à Bwindi, Ouganda © Corinne Le G.