Big Kidepo Safari
Big Kidepo Safari
Big Kidepo Safari
5 Days Starting in Gulu and ending in entebbe
Visiting: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Kidepo valley national Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, Entebbe
Tour operator:
Tour code:
345
Recommended For:
18-30 somethings, 50 plus, Couples, Family-Kids, LGBT plus, Singles
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 21
Age range:
6-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Kidepo Valley National park won a prestigious CNN wilderness award in 2013 and is now one of the most sought after tour places in Uganda. The Big 5 Kidepo safari unleashes the formidable combination of touristic features that make this national park stand out. These include variety of wildlife (both birds & animals), culture and physical features. We welcome you to Uganda’s true wilderness experience.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Drive To Gulu Via Ziwa Rhinos Sanctuary
Location: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Bomah Hotel Gulu
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Your five days safari to the true African wilderness will kick off early morning from either Entebbe or Kampala. You will have a lunch stop at Ziwa rhino’s sanctuary where you will also visit the only Rhinos in Uganda. You will proceed to Gulu town crossing the Great River Nile. Here you will have an overnight.
Day 2 : Drive To Kidepo Valley National Park And Have A Game Drive
Location: Kidepo valley national Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you shall drive to the rugged semi arid but beautiful valleys of Kidepo valley national park. The exclusive savannah plains are a habitat for over 77 mammal species which include the famous Africa big five as well as around 475 bird species. You will arrive in time for lunch and afterwards head for your first game drive.
Day 3 : All Day Game Drive And Walk At The Hot Springs
Location: Kidepo Valley National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will set out early for a game drive and have an idea how animals start the day. Look out for elephant, warthog, duiker, Jackson’s Hartebeest, lion, leopard, zebra, giraffe, huge herds of buffalo, cheetah and hundreds of bird species. After an afternoon rest, you will have another game drive that will lead you to the Hot springs. You will take a walk around these hot water streams.
Day 4 : Morning Game Drive And Afternoon Community Visit
Location: Kidepo Valley National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive through the Narus Valley. It will also enable you to be in full sight of varieties of birds as well. In the evening you will drive to a nearby village for a community experience. Discover the interesting beliefs and values of the Karamojong people. You will also be able to see some of their traditional tools, crafts and jewel. You will also be invited for a vigorous leaping dance with these jolly individuals.
Day 5 : Drive To Entebbe
Location: Entebbe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
You will have an early breakfast as you wind up your safari and prepare for a long road journey to Entebbe or any other destination of your choice. Don’t forget to look out the beautiful landscape and features along the way. Where applicable, you will be driven to the airport to catch your flight back home.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Drinks with Meals
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Entrance Fees
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
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Game Drives on Safari
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Local Taxes
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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International Travel
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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Train Tickets
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Tipping and Gratuities
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes if you are coming outer side Uganda but within Uganda no
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
no
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
yes
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
sanitising
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
nothing
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
guide
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
receipts
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will you share with us your flight details
yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
license
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
yes
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