Uganda 5 Day Itinerary

Uganda 5-Day Travel Itinerary (Markdown Format)

Day 1: Arrival & Explore Kampala

  • Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and process your Visa (Ugandan Visa is available on arrival for most nationalities. Check this list for details).
  • Transfer to Kampala, Uganda’s vibrant capital city. Visit the Bahai Temple, one of seven Bahá’í Houses of Worship in the world.
  • Explore Kampala’s markets like Owino Market and Nakasero Market for local crafts and food.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Kampala.

Day 2: Mabira Forest & Ssesse Islands

  • Morning departure to Mabira Forest, Uganda’s largest surviving tract of tropical forest. Enjoy a guided walk, birdwatching, and primate spotting.
  • After lunch, head to the Ssesse Islands on Lake Victoria. Activities include swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and boat rides.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge on the Ssesse Islands.

Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park

  • Depart early for Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular destinations.
  • Afternoon game drive in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, and various antelope species.
  • Overnight stay at a safari lodge near Murchison Falls.

Day 4: Murchison Falls & Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

  • Morning boat trip upstream to the base of Murchison Falls, witnessing the powerful Nile river force its way through a narrow gap in the rocks.
  • Afternoon drive to Kibale Forest National Park.
  • Overnight stay at a lodge in Kibale.

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Departure

  • Early morning chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, one of the best places in the world to see these primates.
  • After lunch, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure.

Additional Tips:

  • Currency: Ugandan Shilling (UGX) is the official currency. USD and EUR are also widely accepted in some places.
  • Vaccinations: Yellow Fever vaccination is required for all travelers over one year old, arriving from yellow fever risk countries. Consult your doctor or a travel clinic about other necessary vaccines.
  • Malaria: Uganda is a malarial region. Consider taking antimalarial medication and using insect repellent to prevent mosquito bites.
  • Safety: Ugandans are friendly, but exercise caution in crowded areas or when traveling at night.
  • Electricity: The electrical supply is mainly 240V AC, with British-style square three-pin plugs predominant. Adapters may be needed for some devices.