PRIVATELY GUIDED TOUR
Accessible Ugandan Wildlife Tour
Have you always wanted to witness world famous African wildlife like Rhinos, Gorillas, and more in their natural habitat? Well this accessibility forward Uganda tour is the one for you. The tour gives travellers the opportunity to explore three of Africa’s most famous national parks, taking in breathtaking scenery and seeing awesome wildlife throughout. It’s a truly unforgettable experience for any adventurous traveller!
DURATION
8 Days
7Nights
Access rating
Moderate
Private accessible tour
Group size
1-6
Just your party
Best time to travel
June-September
Drier conditions and cooler temperatures
Flight time
8.5 Hours
UK to Entebbe International (EBB)
Overview
Experience Uganda's expansive national parks and wonderful wildlife
This itinerary has been thoughtfully designed for travellers who want the full depth of Uganda’s wildlife and landscapes without compromise, at a pace that allows genuine rest between experiences. Travellers will have the opportunity to view Rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, and magnificent gorillas, hippos and giraffes at three additional wildlife hotspots: Murchison Falls Natl. Park, Queen Elizabeth Natl. Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable Natl. Park, home to Uganda’s world-famous great apes.
Every property,transfer, and activity has been selected with accessibility in mind, and our dedicated porter stretcher team is
arranged in advance for the Bwindi gorilla trekking sector to ensure the experience is available to travellers with limited mobility, exactly as it should be.
Days are intentionally uncrowded. Long drives are broken into shorter, more comfortable segments, mornings
begin later than a typical safari schedule, and each destination is given enough time to be felt rather than
rushed through.
Highlights
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Here you’ll have the opportunity to view Uganda’s only population of southern white rhinos, some of the most unique animals on the planet. You’ll also be able to stay overnight at the sanctuary in an accessible lodge, waking up to the expansive Ugandan countryside
Murchison Falls National Park
Uganda’s largest national park, Murchison Falls, is home to wide expanses of savannah, and striking views of a seven metre gorge where the mighty nile rushes through the wilderness.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
This national park offers travellers two unique wildlife experiences. First, you’ll be able to cruise along the Kazinga Channel and view one of the largest concentrations of Hippos in Africa, and second, an opportunity to drive through the Ishasha area of the park to see tree climbing African Lions.
Gorilla Trekking
Arguably Uganda’s most famous attraction is its large population of native Gorillas. Western Uganda, including the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is home to a large number of Gorillas, which visitors can view during a guided trek with expert local guides. We work with trusted local partners to ensure seamless accessibility on all excursions with assistance available throughout the trek.
Day by Day
Experience Uganda's expansive national parks and wonderful wildlife
What you'll do
Welcome to Uganda! On arrival in Uganda you'll be met by your guides and transferred to your lakeside hotel in Entebbe. Instead of immediately beginning your drive north, you'll be able to relax and acclimatise in Entebbe before beginning your tour the following day.
Meals
Dinner
Transfer
10 Minutes
What you'll do
Today, after breakfast, you'll begin your tour with a relaxed drive north towards Ziwa, home to the Ziwa rhino sanctuary. After a rest stop, you'll arrive at your accommodation, an accessible cottage on the grounds of the sanctuary. You'll then be able to experience accessible rhino tracking in order to get a better view of these iconic African animals, at a sanctuary which plays an important role in their conservation and protection.
Meals
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Transfer
4 Hours Total
What you'll do
After breakfast you'll depart Ziwa in mid-morning, beginning your scenic drive through grassland and vast African savannah towards Murchison Falls, Uganda's largest national park. You'll arrive at your accommodation, an accessible safari lodge within the national park in the evening, before going on a sunset game drive.
Meals
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Transfer
2.5 Hours Total
Access note
Accessible safari vehicles will be used throughout the trip for all game drives, and you will be accompanied by experienced guides.
What you'll do
Today you'll have a full day at Murchison Falls National Park, instead of rushing to do everything, the day's experiences will be relaxed and built around two signature activities. Firstly, you'll have the opportunity to take a river cruise to the base of the falls, an area home to hippos, giraffes, and crocodiles. After a rest at your lodge, you'll head out on an accessible game drive later in the day for more wildlife spotting.
Meals
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Access note
The river cruise boarding is verified as wheelchair accessible, along with safari vehicles used during game drives.
What you'll do
Today's long transfer day will be broken up with many rest stops, as you head south towards Queen Elizabeth National Park. You'll depart after breakfast via wheelchair accessible vehicle towards the national park, home to a wide variety of Ugandan wildlife including elephants and giraffes.
Meals
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Transfer
8 Hours Total
Access note
Wheelchair accessible vehicles are used for all transfers on this tour, and long drives can be taken at your own pace and broken up by as many rest stops as are needed.
What you'll do
Today you'll have a full day in the national park where you'll get to experience two of the most unique wildlife experiences in Africa. Firstly, a morning game drive through the Savannah of the Kasenyi Plains, home to groups of lions, hyenas and African birds. After a rest you'll then take to the water for a cruise along the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the largest concentrations of hippos on the continent, a must see for any wildlife lover.
Meals
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Access note
Kazinga Channel cruise has wheelchair accessible boarding, allowing seamless access to the boat.
What you'll do
Today you'll continue your drive south towards Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a world renowned national park which is best known for its population of gorillas and other apes. You'll depart after breakfast and arrive at the Nkuringo Safari Lodge in the evening in time for a briefing with expert guides covering gorilla trekking safety, before your adventure into the forest the following day.
Meals
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Transfer
6 Hours Total
What you'll do
Today you'll get to experience one of the highlights of Uganda, Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to 400 Bwindi Mountain Gorillas, a group that makes up half the world's entire population of the massive great apes. In the morning you'll have a briefing with national park rangers before heading out into the forest accompanied by guides to spend an hour watching and spending time amongst the gorillas. You'll then return back to your lodge for a rest before your transfer back to the airport in Entebbe, a longer transfer featuring ample rest stops.
Meals
Breakfast
Transfer
9 Hours Total
Access note
Gorilla trekking will take place in a sector of the forest selected for accessibility, and you will be accompanied by a team of guides, as well as a porter/stretcher team if needed during the experience.
Included & Not Included
What's in your tour
Included in every booking
- One gorilla trekking permit per person (Uganda Wildlife Authority, foreign non-resident rate)
- All national park entrance fees: Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable
Forest - Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary tracking fee
- Murchison Falls boat cruise and Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- All game drives as outlined in the itinerary
- Dedicated porter stretcher team and equipment for Bwindi gorilla trekking
- Private, wheelchair-accessible 4×4 safari vehicle with driver-guide throughout
- All ground transportation and transfers
- 7 nights accommodation in ground-floor, accessibility-suitable rooms
- All meals as per the itinerary (full board)
- Bottled water in vehicle throughout & internet.
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, gratuities, and items of a personal nature
- Alcoholic beverages, unless specified by lodge
Your Quote
Every tour is priced individually
Because this is a private tour, your price depends on when you travel, how many of you are travelling, the standard of accommodation you’d like (standard hotel, authentic riad, or luxury), and what flights are available at the time of booking.
What shapes the price
- Departure dates. Departure dates vary throughout the year. Peak holiday seasons and major events may carry higher pricing and reduced availability.
- Number of travellers. Two, four or six people sharing the same vehicle and guide brings the per-person cost down.
- Accommodation tier. Choose between verified standard hotels, authentic traditional properties, central or rural hotels, or 5-star luxury throughout. We'll show you the options side by side.
- Flight availability. We'll find the right route from your nearest UK airport and pre-book Special Assistance with the airline.
- Equipment hire. The cost of equipment hire varies depending on destination.
How to get your quote
- Send us a quick enquiry with your preferred dates, number of travellers, and any access needs you'd like us to plan around.
- We'll book a 15-minute call to understand the brief properly and answer any questions about access on the ground.
- You receive a written proposal within one working day, with an itemised price and accommodation options for you to choose between.
- You choose how to proceed. No obligation, no deposit until you're ready.
