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10 Days / 9 NightsUgandafly-in

10 Days Uganda Fly in safari

A refined 10-day fly-in safari designed to explore Uganda’s most diverse landscapes without the constraints of long overland travel. This journey connects key regions including Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest through scheduled and private flights, allowing more time for meaningful wildlife encounters and less time in transit. Combining mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, classic game viewing, and water based safaris, the itinerary delivers a seamless, high comfort experience supported by carefully selected lodges and professionally managed logistics throughout.

Journey typefly-in
Best seasonYear-round (Best ;June-september & December- February)
Duration10 Days / 9 Nights
CountriesUganda
Overview

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Uganda Remote Wilderness • Big Game Safaris • Great Apes • Nile Systems • Private Aviation This fly-in expedition is designed around Uganda’s most extreme ecological contrasts, connecting the northern arid wilderness of Kidepo, the Nile ecosystem of Murchison Falls, and the rainforest primate world of Bwindi through private aviation. The itinerary removes long road transitions and replaces them with direct aerial access, creating a high comfort, high density wildlife circuit across three distinct ecosystems.

* Private bush flights linking Kidepo Valley National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, eliminating long overland travel
* Game drives in Kidepo Valley National Park with low visitor density and expansive, remote savannah landscapes
* Big game viewing in Murchison Falls National Park with strong wildlife concentrations across riverine and open plains ecosystems
* Boat safari along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, one of Africa’s most powerful waterfalls
* Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with expert ranger guidance
* Extreme ecosystem diversity in one journey—semi-arid wilderness, savannah plains, river systems, and dense tropical rainforest
* Aerial transitions over the Albertine Rift, offering scenic perspectives inaccessible by road
* Access to Uganda’s most remote safari regions without compromising comfort or time efficiency
* Carefully selected wilderness lodges positioned for proximity to key wildlife areas and immersive natural settings
* Designed experience flow balancing intensity (Kidepo, gorillas) with recovery and comfort between locations
* Dedicated guiding and seamless logistics coordination throughout the journey
* Optional enhancements including gorilla habituation experience, private charter upgrades, and extended stays
Day by day
Day 1

Day 1 | Arrival in Entebbe

Private Welcome & Recovery Upon arrival, you are met and assisted through immigration before a private transfer to your boutique lodge. The day is intentionally unstructured to allow recovery and preparation for the safari circuit. Included Experiences VIP airport meet-and-greet Private transfer Safari briefing Leisure recovery time Featured Accommodation Entebbe Forest Lodge Room Category: Luxury Suite Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2

Day 2 | Entebbe → Kidepo Valley National Park (By Air)

Arrival into Uganda’s Most Remote Wilderness Depart via private charter to Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Africa’s most isolated safari ecosystems. Afternoon game drive introduces you to open plains and semi-arid landscapes. Included Experiences Private charter flight to Kidepo Afternoon game drive First wilderness orientation drive Featured Accommodation Apoka Safari Lodge Room Category: Luxury Chalet Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3

Day 3 | Kidepo Valley National Park

Full Wilderness Immersion A full day exploring Narus Valley and surrounding plains, with high chances of elephant herds, lions, buffalo, and ostrich in open landscapes. Included Experiences Morning game drive Afternoon game drive Optional Karamojong cultural interaction (controlled visit)

Day 4

Day 4 | Kidepo → Murchison Falls National Park (By Air)

From Remote Desert Plains to the Nile System Fly directly south to Murchison Falls National Park. This is a major ecological transition from arid wilderness to river based savannah systems. Included Experiences Private charter flight Afternoon relaxation or short game drive Papas camp Orientation Featured Accommodation Papas Camp Room Category: Luxury tent Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5

Day 5 | Murchison Falls National Park

Big Game & Nile Integration Morning game drive across northern savannah plains followed by an afternoon Nile boat safari toward the base of the falls. Included Experiences Sunrise game drive Boat safari to Murchison Falls Wildlife viewing (hippo, crocodile, elephant, giraffe

Day 6

Day 6 | Murchison Falls → Bwindi (By Air)

From Savannah Rivers to Ancient Rainforest Private flight into southwestern Uganda, landing near Bwindi. This is one of Africa’s most dramatic ecosystem shifts. Included Experiences Charter flight transfer Scenic aerial crossing of Albertine Rift Gorilla trekking briefing Featured Accommodation Sliver Back lodge Room Category: Luxury Cottage Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 7

Day 7 | Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Gorilla Trekking Experience A guided trek into dense rainforest terrain to encounter a habituated mountain gorilla family. Included Experiences Gorilla trekking permit Ranger-guided forest expedition Porter support Post-trek recovery

Day 8

Day 8 | Bwindi → Queen Elizabeth National Park (By Air)

Optional Mid-Safari Reset Zone Fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a transitional savannah experience and relaxation after gorilla trekking. Included Experiences Scenic flight Afternoon game drive or rest Featured Accommodation The river station Room Category: Luxury Tent Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 9

Day 9 | Queen Elizabeth National Park

Kazinga Channel Ecosystem Morning game drive followed by a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel with high-density hippo and elephant populations. Included Experiences Game drive Kazinga Channel boat safari Birding and predator sightings

Day 10

Day 10 | Queen Elizabeth → Entebbe (By Air)

Departure Final charter flight back to Entebbe for international departure. Included Experiences Private flight Airport transfer Departure assistance Optional Upgrades Experience Enhancers Gorilla habituation experience (4-hour extended encounter) Private chimpanzee tracking in Kibale (swap-in option) Helicopter scenic transfers over Rift Valley

Daily order flexes with weather, wildlife movements and your pace, your guide adapts in real time.

Lodges & camps
This itinerary features a carefully curated collection of character-driven wilderness lodges, including Entebbe Forest Lodge, Apoka Safari Lodge in the remote plains of Kidepo, Papas Camp and The River Station within the Nile ecosystem, and Silverback Lodge on the edge of Bwindi. These properties are selected to emphasize location, ecological immersion, and a cohesive safari flow, balancing raw wilderness access with consistent comfort across each stage of the journey.

Final properties are named on your written proposal, we hold options while you refine dates.

Includes & excludes
Included
  • Gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • All private charter bush flights (Entebbe → Kidepo → Murchison → Bwindi → Entebbe)
  • Accommodation at all listed lodges and camps
  • Meals as specified (Full Board during safari, Bed & Breakfast in Entebbe)
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with professional driver-guide (where applicable)
  • Game drives and wildlife viewing activities
  • Boat safari on the Nile in Murchison Falls National Park
  • All park entrance fees and conservation levies
  • Airport transfers and ground handling
  • Bottled drinking water during activities
  • Ranger-guided experiences
  • Amrefy flying Doctor
Not included
  • International flights to/from East Africa
  • Visas and immigration fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Premium beverages and laundry unless noted
  • Gratuities for guides, trackers and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses and optional activities

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