5 Day – Classic Semiliki Wildlife Reserve
Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Hotel
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be greeted by your guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the chance for a city tour and a visit to local markets and craft villages.
Accommodation: Mestil Hotel & Residence
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast
Day 2: Transfer to Semliki National Park via Fort Portal
After breakfast, begin your journey to Semliki National Park, passing through Fort Portal. Enjoy a tea experience and a scenic drive through traditional homesteads and tea estates. Continue to Semliki Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Semliki Safari Lodge (Upmarket)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Boat Cruise & Hot Springs Tour
Start with a morning boat cruise on Lake Albert, known for its birdlife, including shoebills and pygmy geese. After lunch, enjoy a walking safari to the Sempaya Hot Springs, famous for its boiling geysers and historical significance.
Accommodation: Semliki Safari Lodge (Upmarket)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Primate Trekking & Game Drive
Early morning trekking for primates like chimpanzees, monkeys, and baboons. In the afternoon, explore the savannah of Tooro Semliki Wildlife Reserve with a guided game drive, spotting elephants, buffaloes, and more.
Accommodation: Semliki Safari Lodge (Upmarket)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Transfer to Airstrip & Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, transfer to Semliki Airstrip for a flight back to Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of your adventure.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusive:
• 4x4 safari vehicle with fuel
• Full-time driver/guide
• Accommodation & meals (Full Board)
• Park entrance fees
• Guided boat cruises & game drives
• Primate tracking & walking safari
• Traditional tea experience
• Bottled mineral water
Exclusive:
• International air tickets
• Visas & personal insurance
• Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, tips)
• Optional activities