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Entebbe · Central · Uganda

6 Day Kampala Culture Tour And Kidepo Valley Wildlife Safari

Starting From From $3,171.86 per person Current Project Expedition rate
6 Days 3.98 / 5 0 reviews Moderate activity level Multiday Trip Operated by Dav Safaris
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The Experience

What your day looks like

This safari offers you the best experience exploring the Baganda culture, Karamojong, and wildlife in Kidepo valley national park, the adventure will give you a chance to visit the major landmarks in Kampala city to experience the legendary monuments that have contributed to the destiny of this country such the independence monuments and Uganda parliament. Also, this cultural adventure will include the earliest enlightenment of the Buganda Kingdom where you will learn about their day to day lifestyle, the Kasubi tombs which is a UNESCO heritage site attached to the Buganda Kingdom as the traditional burial site for their kings and preserved spot for their cultural and traditional beliefs, the Uganda National Museum where a lot will be shared to about the current and historical background of Uganda, tour to the Uganda Martyrs Shrine where about 48 Christian faithful who belonged to catholic and Anglican churches were set ablaze for refusing to denounce the newly found Christianity faith on orders of the Kabaka of Buganda, as well we can have optional cultural performance at Ndele cultural center in Kampala. This cultural safari will take you to northern Uganda towards Kidepo valley national park, along the way you be amused by the rural settlement of Ugandan and be welcomed to Kidepo by the grass thatched communal houses termed as manyattas, here you will experience the true African wilderness and the authentic African culture not found anywhere in Africa, Visit the Karamojong community for experience and learn about their lifestyle and culture and later have a cultural performance, also explore the Ik people trail with mountain Morungule trail before you encounter wildlife adventure on the game drives in Kidepo valley national park. This cultural tour is available throughout the year and can be customized in regard to your needs and preferences.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Uncover Buganda’s cultural heritage through local experiences
  • Sightsee the Martyrs shrine & Uganda Museum
  • Game drive in Kidepo where you'll encounter lots of wildlife
  • A nature walk in Kidepo
  • Dive into the Karamojong culture and lifestyle
  • Explore the Ik people trail with mountain Morungule trail
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Entebbe

Welcome to Uganda! Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport you will be met by our safari guide who will transfer you to Kampala to a hotel booked for you.

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Entebbe

Cultural Immersion. In case you have had an early flight to Uganda, you will be taken on a brief visit to a cultural site within the city and the details of the Uganda cultural tour will be briefed to the travelers at the hotel where you’ll spend the night.

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Entebbe

Meal Plan: Dinner will be served on this day.

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Entebbe

Accommodation: Papyrus Guesthouse Entebbe.

Day 2

Kampala

Sightseeing at Kabaka of Buganda. Tour To Buganda Kingdom And Martyrs Shrine You start off with a visit to Buganda Kingdom. Uganda’s Monarchies present a rich cultural heritage that Uganda proudly boasts over other safari destinations in Africa. From here you proceed to visit the Martyrs Shrines at Namugongo, a historical site where 22 Martyrs were set ablaze on the orders of a Buganda King for refusal to renounce Christianity.

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Entebbe

Local Flavor. Museum The cultural tour in Kampala will conclude with a visit to the Uganda National Museum to see the ethnological and natural-historical exhibitions that represent the country’s colourful past. And if it’s a Friday, Saturday or Sunday you have the opportunity in the evening to experience a unique cultural entertainment of the main cultures of Uganda at the famous Ndere Cultural Centre.

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Entebbe

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Entebbe

Accommodation: CaSsia Lodge

Day 3

Entebbe

Travels to kidepo National Park We drive Northwards via Gulu to the land of the pastoralist Karamojong natives, arriving in the evening. The journey will take 9-10 hours through a dusty and bumpy road. This land also boasts of Kidepo Valley National Park, which is Uganda’s second biggest National Park but rarely visited because of its remote distant location.

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Entebbe

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Entebbe

Accommodation: Boma Hotel Kitgum

Day 4

Entebbe

Eco Tour at Kidepo Valley National Park. Kidepo Wildlife Today you will explore the Kidepo valley to see the abundant wildlife that assembles in the river bed to access water. Baboons will be seen roaming along the floor of Kidepo River and under the palm trees.

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Entebbe

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Entebbe

Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge

Day 5

Entebbe

City/Town Tour. Cultural experience You will be taken on a guided cultural village tour where you will learn about the nomadic lifestyle of the people around Karenga and Kidepo. During this cultural tour you will visit the Karamajong homesteads (manyattas) and see the kraals of cattle, the traditional costumes, stools, spears, headdress, knives, bows and arrows, jewelry, grinding stones and utensils all made locally by the natives.

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Entebbe

Wildlife Safari at Kidepo Valley National Park. In the evening you will be taken for a sunset game drive to explore more of Kidepo.

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Entebbe

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Entebbe

Accommodation: Kidepo Savannah Lodge

Day 6

Entebbe

Thank you for visiting! We drive back to Kampala using the Northern route via Karuma Falls arriving in the evening for your departure flight the following day. We are happy you came and hope to see you again soon!

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Transportation in a tourist vehicle with pop up roof Services of the English speaking guide Destination or Ranger guide services All activities are described in the itinerary Park entrance fee is according to the program

Not Included

Personal Expenses like tobacco, telephone, drinks, laundry, porter fee Personal insurance Ugandan Visa Beverages

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and other personal belongings

Meeting & Pickup

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport you will be met by our safari guide who will transfer you.

Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business

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