7-Day Western Circuit: Murchison → Kibale → Queen

Uganda in one sweep: rhinos, the Nile’s megafauna, chimpanzees in deep forest, and savannah predators around the Kazinga Channel.

How it starts

Destinations: Ziwa • Murchison Falls • Kibale • Queen Elizabeth
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Style: Budget / Mid-range / Luxury
Perfect for: First-timers who want “a bit of everything”

Highlights

  • Rhinos, giraffes, elephants, lions
  • Chimp trekking
  • Kazinga Channel boat safari

Photography Focus

Varied habitats: dust backlight on drives; forest ISO strategy; boat-level compression on Kazinga

Best Time

All year; Dec–Feb and Jun–Aug are driest for wildlife visibility.

Included

Transport, park fees, boat cruise, ranger guides, full-board meals, drinking water, pro photo guidance.
Not included: visas, flights, tips, alcohol, personal insurance.

Itinerary (Brief)

  • Day 1: Kampala/Entebbe → Ziwa (rhino tracking) → Murchison Falls NP (evening game drive).
  • Day 2: Dawn game drive (lions/giraffes), Nile boat cruise, hike to Top of the Falls (golden hour).
  • Day 3: Optional Delta game drive/birding → return to Kampala/Entebbe.
Warthog
Ugandan Kob
Hippopotamus
Uganda Lion
Warthog
Ugandan Kob
Hippopotamus
Uganda Lion