Short Uganda Safaris-Day Trips in Uganda, Full Day Excursions in Uganda.
Uganda offers rewarding experiences to all travelers interested in adventuring its beautiful safari attractions on a tight schedule, short holiday tour, safari adventure etc. The excursions give you the best experiences as you transfer to the various wildlife sanctuaries where you will watch numerous wildlife animals wandering around the Savannah Plains and vegetation within the parks. These include; the beautiful Murchison Falls National Park, City Tour, Lake Mburo National park, Jinja City Tour. A hour around these stunning destinations is rewarding although a whole day is exceptional.
You will transfer to experience amazing Game Drives in Murchison Falls National Park where you will watch various wildlife animals wandering around the green stunning Savannah to and fro the Victoria Nile. You can as well experience these at Lake Mburo National Park and City Tours, Jinja Tours, White Water Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Zip lining etc.
The Tours are very ideal for travelers already staying in Uganda or looking for a short stay/ holiday in Uganda enabling them experience remarkable safari Adventures before transferring back to their home countries. Below are some of the Day Tours we offer to travelers interested in experiencing short trips in Uganda on holiday.
Some of the popular safaris
1 Day Murchison falls Vacation
On Arrival at the Entebbe International Airport, you will be picked up by our experienced tour guide/ driver who will transfer you to Murchison Falls National park where you will enjoy amazing Game Drives as you transfer from one part of the park to another watching Wildlife i.e elephants, Giraffes, Lions, Leopards, Water bucks, warthogs, small antelope, duicker, topis, buffalo, etc. The Park a very appropriate destination to explore if you have limited time and want to learn more about the park from a knowledgeable guide.You will transfer for a period of 3-5 hours
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2 Day Lake Mburo National Park
You will be picked up by our experienced tour guide/ driver who will transfer you to the Western part of Uganda for a period of 3-4 hours. You will transfer watching the stunning vegetation terrain along the sides of the road then later you will reach the Igongo Cultural Center where you will have your lunch then later proceed to the remarkable Lake Mburo National park where you will experience the best Game Drives as you transfer from one part of the park to another watching wildlife animals wandering the park in search of grass and these include; Zebras, Giraffes, small antelope, warthogs, buffalo, kobs, water bucks, hippos. etc After the amzing Game Drive, you will transfer back to Kampala/ Entebbe International Airport to board your flight back home.
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1 day shoebill experience
The 1 day Mabamba shoebill vacation or Uganda birding safari will tack to the Mabamba swamp located on the outskirt of Entebbe city where the only international airport in Uganda is found (at least until when Kabalega international airport will be opened). The swamp is famous for the bird enthusiasts as it is a home to various bird species include the rare shoebill stock that will be adventured on the small wooden boat that will pick you up from Nakiwogo with your birding guide to swampy area of Mabamba where the shoebill will encounter while hunting different fish species including the lung fish which are popular in that area.
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I day white water rafter at Nile
Active African Vacations brings you the most experienced and respected white water rafting trips along the River Nile. You can choose to join a rafting trip or book a family float if you would like to raft with your family. Wake up very early in the morning, have breakfast then embark on the journey to Jinja, it will take duration of 1 hr 30 minutes to Bujagali falls where rafting is done. You can take the whole day rafting.
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1 Day Ngamba Islanda chimpanzee viewing
Together with bonobos, chimpanzees are known to be the closest human relatives with an estimate of shared DNA of over 98 percent. This chimpanzee’s safari adventure will bring you up close to these greatly endangered great apes which can only be encountered in their natural habitats on an African safari. Note that beside Africa, no where in the world you can see chimpanzees in their natural habitats.
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1 Day Zziwa rhino sanctuary
A 1-day trip to Zziwa rhino sanctuary will bring you close to the one of the members of the big five of Africa in rhinos. The sanctuary is the home to both the black and white rhinos which are rare species and marked endangered. Zziwa rhino sanctuary is the only place in Uganda where you will be able to encounter the rhinos.
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Other popular short trips in Uganda
1 Day Jinja City Tour
Wake up early in the morning have breakfast, then drive east of Kampala to Jinja which might take 2 hr 30 minutes drive. On your way you will pass via mabira forest, a true natural forest , the large tea plantations . Then proceed up to Jinja. On your arrival to Jinja will first visit the source of the Nile where will be able to see cormorants birds ,ottas,climbing monitor lizards etc. then go to Jinja sailing club after that you go for lunch. After lunch you can go to bujagali falls where you will have a good scenic view of the falls and the famous African jerican divers . and kayaking. After that, drive back to Kampala, on your way back, you will branch off to sezibwa falls which has got some cultural attachment with falls flowing, there after drive straight back to Kampala.
1 Day Kampala City Tour
Wake up early in the morning have break fast then be ready for Kampala city tour. Kampala has got various tourism attractions for example, cultural, religious, and historical. You can visit kasubi tombs, (burial grounds for the kings of buganda kingdom) Makerere University, mulago hospital, Kabaka’s lake, Naggalabi coronation site, Bahai Temple.
2 Days Honeymoon and Romance (Ssese Islands)
Ssese Island is purely a honeymooners paradise on the Ugandan planet where you can be as active or laid-back as you lie, on any of its majestic beaches our 2 day trip will make your vacation dream a reality on the island.
Day 1: Arrival-Ssese Islands
Get prepared after having breakfast from the hotel, then go to Nakiwogo to get on board with the ferry which leaves exactly at 2:00 p.m to Ssese islands. You might reach to the islands around evening hours then you will go to the lodge where the whole night will be spent, even those few hours of the evening you can spend them on the beach feeling the fresh air of the lake and the condusive atmosphere there, then go for dinner.
Day 2: Experience Forest Walks-Bird Watching
Wake up early in the morning have break fast and go for the forest walk, bird watching or sun bathing. You can go for fishing then you prepare your self to come back to Nakiwogo. From short cultural tours to weekend breaks we have trips that have been created to give an insight of Uganda's major highlights. You can call +256 774 819223 or Contact Us online to make your booking.
Other popular safari packages in Uganda and Rwanda
10 Day Kilimanjaro & gorillas
This 10 days Kilimanjaro & Gorilla safari brings you to the highest peak of the tallest mountain in Africa standing at 5895m above sea level. Mountain Kilimanjaro is the longest single-standing mountain in the world. Although there are 6 routes for hiking the mountain Kilimanjaro, which are; the Shira (Londorossi) route, Lemosho route, Machame route, Umbwe route, Maranggu route, and Rongai route.
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10 Days wildebeest & gorillas safari
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of East Africa as we invite you to explore the enchanting landscapes, vibrant cultures, and rich biodiversity of Rwanda and Tanzania. This meticulously crafted 10-day itinerary promises an immersive experience, seamlessly blending the awe-inspiring encounters with Rwanda’s majestic gorillas and golden monkeys with the boundless wonders of Tanzania’s iconic Serengeti
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15 Day primate, wildlife & beach life
Welcome to an exhilarating itinerary that seamlessly weaves together the wild landscapes of Uganda and the exotic charm of Zanzibar. Over the course of 15 days, you will embark on an unforgettable journey that promises not only encounters with remarkable wildlife but also immersive cultural experiences and moments of sheer relaxation.
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5 Day best of Rwanda primate safaris
This 5 Days Best of Rwanda Primate Safari will bring you to the awe-inspiring primate destinations in this land of a thousand hills. It will take you to Volcanoes National Park in the Virunga ranges where you will encounter both the magnificent, huge, gentle, and endangered mountain gorillas and the beautiful golden monkeys that are endemic to the Virunga ranges.
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15 Day Uganda Rwanda Primate & wildlife
Welcome to an exhilarating itinerary that seamlessly weaves together the wild landscapes of Uganda and the exotic charm of Zanzibar. Over the course of 15 days, you will embark on an unforgettable journey that promises not only encounters with remarkable wildlife but also immersive cultural experiences and moments of sheer relaxation.
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6 Day Ngorongoro crater & gorillas
Book 6 Days Ngorongoro crater visit and Rwanda gorilla trekking to explore Tanzania & Rwanda on an Africa Safari experience tailored by Active African vacation the leading Safari operator in Uganda. The 6 Days Tanzania Rwanda Safari takes you to the great Ngorongoro crater reserve for an amazing wildlife experience. The government of Tanzania has gone to great length to make the country a leading tourist destination.
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