12 Days Wildlife & Culture Safari
Discover Uganda’s north: wildlife, waterfalls, vibrant cultures, and dramatic savanna landscapes. Track animals, visit communities, and hike iconic Sipi falls.
Duration
12 days
Starting At
Pricing based on options and group size.
Overview
On this 12-day journey through Northern Uganda, you will explore Murchison Falls National Park’s spectacular wildlife by game drive and boat ride, meet inspiring local women’s and cooperative projects, and visit Gulu to learn about resilience and cultural recovery. Venture into Kidepo Valley National Park for exclusive game drives in the savanna—see lions, ostriches, giraffes, and buffalo, then dance with the Karamojong tribe and tour their homes. The adventure concludes with hikes to the picturesque Sipi Falls, rich coffee country, and local village trails—with time to relax or discover Kampala’s heritage sites.
Itinerary:
Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrive Uganda—welcome, transfer to Entebbe/Kampala
- Day 2: Visit Upendo Women, transfer Lira, local crafts/dance, Lillian Towers
- Day 3: Explore Lango culture—Ngetta Hill, schools, memorials, Lillian Towers
- Days 4–5: Murchison Falls NP—early game drives, boat ride to base, hike to top, Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Day 6: Travel to Gulu, community project tours, cooperative visits, Gulu Churchill Courts
- Day 7: To Kaabong/Kidepo—night game drive Narus Valley, Kidepo Savannah Lodge
- Day 8: Kidepo NP—savanna game drives, birding, lodge stay
- Day 9: Karamojong tribe—dancing/cultural visits, Manyatta homes, Kidepo Savannah Lodge
- Day 10: Sipi Falls—village walking, coffee farms, Sipi River Lodge
- Day 11: Sipi Falls hike (3 hours), scenery/guide, onward to Kampala
- Day 12: Departure, airport transfer, optionally: Kampala heritage/cultural sites
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Highlights
- Game drives and boat ride in Murchison Falls National Park
- Visit Upendo Women's Community and Lango historical sites
- Rhino trekking, birding, and savanna wildlife at Kidepo Valley NP
- Evenings in Narus Valley: elephants, buffaloes, jackals, hartebeest, lions
- Ostrich, giraffe, buffalo, cheetah, and lion sightings
- Cultural immersion in Gulu and Karamojong Manyatta villages
- Handicraft, weaving, local women’s projects, and traditional dance
- Sipi Falls hiking, village trails, and coffee farm experience
- Flexible extension for gorilla/queen Elizabeth NP add-ons
Meeting Location
Entebbe International Airport
Additional Information
Includes
- Accommodation as listed (unless marked optional upgrade)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Professional driver/guide
- Private vehicle for all transfers per itinerary
- Park and activity entry fees
Excludes
- International flights (to/from client’s country)
- Visa fees, travel insurance, personal expenses
- Souvenirs, tips, laundry, drinks
- Extensions (e.g., add-on Gorilla trekking at extra cost)
Policy
List of Services
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Health & Participation Participation in our East African tours requires that you are in good overall health. Please inform us in advance if you have any medical conditions or dietary restrictions. The tour leader may, at their discretion, disqualify any participant whose physical condition could compromise their safety or that of the group. No refunds will be issued under such circumstances.Health & Participation
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Changes, Delays, and Tour Cancellation Rafiki Eco Tours reserves the right to adjust dates, itineraries, or accommodations in response to unexpected situations, such as adverse weather or transportation issues. Any extra expense due to such changes is the guest’s responsibility. If Rafiki Eco Tours must cancel a tour before departure—for example, due to insufficient participants or logistic issues—all payments made to Rafiki Eco Tours will be fully refunded. However, we are not responsible for non-refundable costs you may have incurred to prepare for your trip, such as airline tickets, special gear, or visa fees.Changes, Delays, and Tour Cancellation
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Limitations of Liability Rafiki Eco Tours, its owners, agents, and employees act as intermediaries for other service providers. We are not responsible for injury, loss, or damage to person or property resulting from factors outside our control (e.g. natural disasters, civil disturbances, regulatory changes). Any itinerary changes will be made to ensure your safety and comfort.Limitations of Liability
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Acknowledgment of Terms By making a reservation and submitting your deposit, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions.Acknowledgment of Terms
Included in the Tour Price:
- Transportation in a 4WD vehicle or van
- English-speaking Ugandan driver/guide
- Specified accommodations
- All national park entrance fees
- All game drives as listed in the itinerary
- International airfare
- Meals not included in your accommodation
- Personal travel or medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
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Customs Notice Prior to returning to your home country, check local customs regulations. Notably, countries such as Australia and New Zealand have strict quarantine laws.Customs Notice
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Cancellation Policy To secure your spot on any Rafiki Eco Tours adventure, a non-refundable deposit of 40% of the total trip price is required at booking. The remaining 60% must be paid no later than 60 days before the tour’s departure date. All tour prices are provided and payable in U.S. dollars. If you need to cancel your reservation, refunds will be handled according to the following schedule:Cancellation Policy
- If you cancel more than 45 days before the tour’s first day: you will receive a refund of 65% of your deposit.
- For cancellations made 30–45 days before the tour: you will receive a 40% refund of the total tour cost.
- For cancellations with less than 25 days’ notice, no refund can be issued.
Pricing From
Pricing based on options and group size.
Available Time: Year Round
Duration: 12 days
Begins: Arrival in Uganda; airport meet & greet, transfer
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