Uganda
Welcome to Borneo – Where Nature Gets Wild
Touchdown in Kota Kinabalu, and let the adventure begin! Over the next 12 days, we dive headfirst into Borneo's untamed beauty: from white-water rafting thrills to steamy hot springs, jungle treks, and wildlife encounters that’ll make your jaw drop. Think proboscis monkeys flaunting their unique features, baby turtles making their first dash to the sea, and orangutans swinging through the trees. Oh, and did we mention summiting Mount Kinabalu at sunrise? This isn't just a trip; it's a full-on expedition into the wild heart of Borneo.
The Ultimate 15-Day Uganda Safari: Gorillas, Chimps & Waterfalls
Quick summary
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Start & End: Entebbe
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Duration: 15 days
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Total Distance: ~1,800 km
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Transport: Self-drive (4WD recommended)
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Highlights: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mburo National Park
Day 14: Kampala to Entebbe Distance: ~40 km / 1 hour Activities: Drive to Entebbe. Visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre or relax by the lake. Dining: Lunch at Faze 3, known for its lakeside dining. Accommodation: Stay at The Boma Hotel, a charming guesthouse near the airport. Day 15: Departure Activities: Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure fligh
The Ultimate 15-Day Uganda Safari: Gorillas, Chimps & Waterfalls
Day 1-3: Arrival in Entebbe to Murchison Falls
We landed at night, exhausted but buzzing. Kampala welcomed us with busy streets and cold beer.
epending on arrival time, explore Entebbe Botanical Gardens or relax by Lake Victoria.
Our hotel: Hotel Horizon Entebbe. Decent, clean, with friendly staff who don’t blink when you ask for your 3rd chapati.
Drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for on-foot rhino tracking. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, visiting the top of the falls for breathtaking views. Around 6-7 hours. This drive is your first real look at Uganda: red soil, wild roads, and lush landscapes. By late afternoon, we reached Murchison Falls. One word: ROAR. The Nile squeezes through a 7-meter gap here. Powerful and thunderous.
Stay: Murchison Palace
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Day 4-5 : Kibale Forest National Park
We hit the road again toward Kibale. Murchison Falls to Kibale Forest National Park is around 7-8 hours (370 km)
This forest? Lush, humid, and echoing with primate calls. The next morning, we met the chimps. These guys are LOUD, curious, and full of character.
In the afternoon, we explored Bigodi Wetland for birdwatching (and to dry our sweaty shirts).
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Day 6: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Onward to Queen Elizabeth NP—Uganda’s most famous park. The Kazinga Channel boat ride showed us more hippos than we could count. We spotted elephants swimming, buffalo grunting, and birds in every color imaginable
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Distance: ~150 km / 3-4 hours
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Activities: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Afternoon game drive in the Kasenyi plains to spot lions, elephants, and Uganda kobs.
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Dining: Lunch en route; dinner at the lodge.
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Accommodation: Stay at Mweya Safari Lodge, located on a peninsula within the park.
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Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park
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Activities: Morning game drive in the Ishasha sector, famous for tree-climbing lions. Afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, observing hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species.
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Dining: All meals at the lodge.
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Accommodation: Continue stay at Mweya Safari Lodge.
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Day 8: Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
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Distance: ~160 km / 5-6 hours
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Activities: Drive to Bwindi, home to nearly half of the world's mountain gorillas.
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Dining: Lunch en route; dinner at the lodge.
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Accommodation: Stay at Buhoma Lodge, offering comfortable accommodation near the park entrance.
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Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
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Activities: Early morning briefing followed by gorilla trekking. Spend an hour observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
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Dining: All meals at the lodge.
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Accommodation: Continue stay at Buhoma Lodge
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Day 10 -12: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Lake Mburo National Park
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Distance: ~240 km / 4-5 hours
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Activities: Drive back to Kampala. Visit the Uganda National Mosque for panoramic city views or explore local markets.
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Dining: Lunch en route; dinner at Khazana the Verandah, offering exquisite Indian cuisine.
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Accommodation: Stay at Cassia Lodge
Day 13-15: Lake Mburo to Kampala - to Entebbe - Back
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Distance: ~240 km / 4-5 hours
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Activities: Drive back to Kampala. Visit the Uganda National Mosque for panoramic city views or explore local markets.
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Dining: Lunch en route; dinner at Khazana the Verandah, offering exquisite Indian cuisine.
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Accommodation: Stay at Cassia Lodge
Uganda is wild, raw, and full of heart. The landscapes shift every few hours. The animals? Beyond expectations. And those gorillas… they change you. If you want a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, this is it. Pack your boots—and maybe your tissues.
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FAQ
Q: Do I need a visa for Malaysia?
A: Most nationalities get a 90-day visa-free entry.
Q: Is Mount Kinabalu climbable year-round?
A: Yes, but the dry season (March–September) offers better conditions.
Q: Is it safe to drink tap water?
A: Better to stick to bottled or filtered water.
Q: Can I use credit cards?
A: Accepted in cities; cash is king in remote areas.
Q: Can I see orangutans in the wild?
A: Yes, especially along the Kinabatangan River and in Danum Valley.