6 Day Kidepo Valley & Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Safari
6 Day Kidepo Valley & Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Safari
Overview
Embark on a thrilling off-the-beaten-path journey through Northern and Northeastern Uganda on this 6 Day Kidepo Valley & Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Safari. This adventure takes you first to Gulu town for an overnight break before continuing to the remote and rugged wilderness of Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Africa’s most pristine and least-explored safari parks. Spend three days exploring its rich savannah landscapes, the Narus and Kidepo Valleys, and searching for big game, birds, and rare species like the cheetah and ostrich. Wrap up your journey with a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you’ll track endangered white rhinos on foot.
Safari Highlights
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Scenic road trip through Northern Uganda
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Game drives in the remote and wildlife-rich Kidepo Valley National Park
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Opportunities to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, cheetahs, ostriches & more
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Explore both Narus and Kidepo valleys
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Visit the Kanangorok Hot Springs and the Uganda-South Sudan border
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Track white rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
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Enjoy cultural landscapes, Manyatas, and Northern Uganda’s charm
Cost Includes
- Airport transfers on first and last day,
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Services of an English speaking driver guide
- Fuel for the whole trip
- Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
- All park entrance fees
- Drinking water while in the vehicle
Cost excludes
- Pre and post tour accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala
- International airfares
- Uganda Visa (USD50.00 which can be paid on arrival at the Airport
- Items of personal nature such as tips and drinks
Trip Itinerary
After an early breakfast, set off for Northern Uganda with a scenic drive to Gulu Town, a cultural and commercial hub in the region. Depending on your preferences and timing, you may choose to stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking, or save it for your return. Along the way, enjoy views of the River Nile crossing and Karuma Falls.
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Drive Time: 6–7 hours
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Meals: Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation:
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Budget: African Roots Guesthouse Gulu
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Midrange: Boma Hotel Gulu
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Enjoy an early breakfast and continue your journey through Acholi and Karamoja regions. Pass through scenic hills, seasonal rivers, and traditional Manyatas before entering Kidepo Valley National Park. After lunch and a bit of relaxation, head out for your first evening game drive in Narus Valley, an area rich in wildlife due to its permanent water sources.
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Drive Time: 3–4 hours
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation:
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Budget: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
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Midrange: Adere Safari Lodge
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Luxury: Apoka Safari Lodge
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After your morning coffee or tea, set out on a morning game drive in Narus Valley, a hotspot for elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, and antelope. It’s also known for large predators, including lions and leopards, with a chance of spotting cheetahs. Return to the lodge for lunch, then head out again for an evening game drive to spot more of Kidepo’s abundant wildlife.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation: Same as Day 2
Begin the day with another game drive in Narus Valley to search for animals you may have missed. Return for lunch, then drive northwards to Kidepo Valley, where you’ll visit the Kanangorok Hot Springs, view the Uganda-South Sudan border, and—if lucky—spot rare ostriches. This region is drier and more remote, home to seasonal rivers and dramatic landscapes.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation: Same as Day 2
Enjoy an early breakfast and depart Kidepo for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to Uganda’s only wild rhinos. This journey gives you one last scenic drive through Northern Uganda. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and relax after the long journey.
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Drive Time: 7–8 hours
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation: Amuka Safari Lodge
After breakfast, join a guided rhino tracking excursion on foot, a unique and unforgettable experience. Learn about Uganda’s rhino reintroduction program and conservation efforts. After your trek, drive back to Kampala or Entebbe International Airport for your flight or onward travel.
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Drive Time: 3–4 hours
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Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
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