Experience two of East Africa’s best wildlife destinations on this 6-Day Uganda & Serengeti Safari. This trip takes you to Murchison Falls National Park in Uganda and Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Both parks are known for their wildlife, open savannah, and comfortable lodges.
In Uganda, explore Murchison Falls National Park, the country’s largest and oldest park. Here, the Nile River forces its way through a narrow gorge to form one of the world’s most powerful waterfalls. Then fly to Tanzania to explore Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Wildebeest Migration and large numbers of lions, elephants, zebras, and other animals.
This safari starts in Uganda and ends in Tanzania, giving you a full East African adventure through two of the continent’s national parks.
6-Day Uganda & Serengeti Safari Highlights
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Game drives and boat cruise in Murchison Falls National Park
- Flight from Uganda to Tanzania
- Full-day safari in Serengeti National Park
- Bird-watching at Mabamba Swamp for the rare shoebill stork
- Scenic drives, comfortable lodges, and local cultural experiences
6-Day Uganda & Serengeti Safari Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Pickup and Transfer to Mabamba Swamp
- Day 2: Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 3: Game Drive and Boat Cruise
- Day 4: Fly from Uganda to Tanzania
- Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
- Day 6: Return to Arusha and Departure
Detailed 6-Day Uganda & Serengeti Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Pickup & Transfer to Mabamba Swamp
Your safari begins with a warm welcome from our company representative at the airport or your hotel. After a short briefing, travel to Mabamba Swamp, a birding site on the shores of Lake Victoria.
Take a canoe ride through the swamp with a local bird guide to search for the shoebill stork, one of Africa’s most sought-after birds. You may also see kingfishers, herons, and other wetland species. After the experience, return to your lodge in Entebbe or Kampala for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, drive north to Murchison Falls National Park, stopping at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track Uganda’s only rhinos. Spend about an hour on foot with a ranger before continuing to Masindi Town for lunch.
Arrive at your lodge in Murchison Falls National Park by evening. Relax and enjoy dinner as you prepare for the next day’s adventure.
Day 3: Game Drive & Boat Cruise
Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the northern savannah, where you can spot elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, hartebeests, and Uganda kobs.
Return for a late breakfast and lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls. Look out for hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a variety of water birds along the banks. The cruise ends at the falls, where the Nile squeezes through a narrow 7-meter gorge.
Afterward, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Fly from Uganda to Tanzania
After breakfast, transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your flight to Kilimanjaro Airport in northern Tanzania. On arrival, meet your Tanzanian guide and transfer to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and rest.
Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive into Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most well-known safari destinations. Enjoy a full-day game drive as you look for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and buffaloes roaming across the open plains.
You will also enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by savannah and acacia trees. Your guide will explain the ecosystem and the movement of animals during the Great Wildebeest Migration.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Return to Arusha & Departure
Start with an early morning game drive to see nocturnal animals heading back to rest. Watch for hyenas, lions, leopards, and hippos before returning for breakfast. After checking out, drive to Arusha or Moshi for drop-off. This marks the end of your 6-Day Uganda & Serengeti Safari.
Why Choose This 6-Day Uganda & Serengeti Safari
This safari combines Uganda’s wildlife and Tanzania’s plains in one short trip. You will see rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos, and rare birds while enjoying two of Africa’s top parks. It is ideal for travelers who want to explore East Africa’s wildlife and culture in less than a week.
Best Time to Go
The best time for the 6-Day Uganda & Serengeti Safari is from June to October and December to February. These dry months offer good wildlife viewing and easier travel conditions.
Accommodation
You can choose from budget, mid-range, or luxury lodges in all destinations. Each lodge is clean, comfortable, and close to the main attractions.
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