10 Days of Family Fun in the Pearl of Africa

Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Safari Overview: Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Uganda is a wonderland for families who love wildlife, adventure, and the great outdoors. This 10 Day Family Fun Safari is thoughtfully designed to delight parents and children alike, with a perfect balance of exciting game drives, gentle boat cruises, hands on cultural experiences, and plenty of time to splash in swimming pools. Your family will walk among white rhinos at Ziwa Sanctuary, cruise to the thunderous base of Murchison Falls, track chimpanzees through Kibale Forest, and search for tree climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will also enjoy a peaceful canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi, visit a traditional Ugandan village, and learn how coffee grows on a plantation. Africa Exotic Safaris has eliminated long, tiring drives and included child friendly meals, family sized accommodation, and guides who know how to keep young explorers engaged. From the first glimpse of a giraffe on the savannah to the last sunset over the misty hills, this journey will fill your family’s photo album with smiles and your hearts with stories to tell for years. Welcome to the Pearl of Africa, where family memories are made.

Quick Tour Specifics: Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Family Fun in the Pearl of Africa

Number of People: Private safari for families (minimum 2 adults + children; special child rates apply)

Start/End: Entebbe International Airport

Availability: All year throughout; best during dry seasons June to September and December to February

Activities: Rhino tracking on foot, game drives, launch cruises, chimpanzee trekking, nature walks, village visits, coffee plantation tour, canoeing, swimming

Destinations: Entebbe, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi

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Safari Highlights: Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Walk with an armed ranger to see wild white rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, a safe and thrilling experience for children.
Feel the spray of Murchison Falls on a family launch cruise where the entire Nile River explodes through a narrow gorge.
Spot elephants, giraffes, lions, and buffalo on game drives tailored to young attention spans.
Track habituated chimpanzees in Kibale Forest on a moderate trek suitable for children over six years.
Enjoy a private boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, getting within meters of hundreds of hippos and crocodiles.
Learn how coffee is grown and processed on a family friendly plantation tour with plenty of samples.
Glide across the tranquil waters of Lake Bunyonyi on a canoe ride, stopping at an island for a picnic.
Stay in lodges with swimming pools, family rooms, and children’s menus at every meal.

Detailed Day by Day Safari Activities: Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – A Warm Welcome

Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Your family adventure begins the moment you land at Entebbe International Airport. An Africa Exotic Safaris representative will greet you with a smile and help the children settle into the private safari vehicle. You will be transferred to a family friendly lodge on the shores of Lake Victoria. After checking in, let the kids run free in the gardens or take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. In the late afternoon, take a short guided nature walk along the lake shore where you can spot monitor lizards, kingfishers, and playful vervet monkeys. A welcome dinner featuring child friendly options such as grilled chicken, chips, fresh fruit, and ice cream will be served. Your guide will conduct a fun family safari briefing, explaining the rules of game viewing in an engaging way. Each child will receive a safari activity booklet and a small stuffed animal toy as a gift.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation Options: Luxury: Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa (family rooms) | Mid Range: The Boma Entebbe | Budget: Papyrus Guesthouse

Day 2: Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Meeting Gentle Giants

Uganda Family Safari Adventure

After a hearty breakfast, you will drive north for approximately three hours to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. The drive is comfortable with a rest stop halfway where children can stretch their legs. Upon arrival, you will meet your armed ranger who will lead your family on a walking safari to find the southern white rhinos. Walking allows children to see tracks, dung, and learn how rhinos live. You will approach a rhino family from a safe distance, guided by the ranger. The children will be amazed at how large these animals are. After the walk, enjoy a picnic lunch at the sanctuary. In the afternoon, you can take a short canoe ride on the sanctuary’s small lake or visit the shoebill stork viewing platform. Then, you will drive to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving at your family lodge in the late afternoon. The lodge has a swimming pool and spacious family tents or rooms. Dinner is served with a special children’s menu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options: Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge (family rooms) | Mid Range: Murchison River Lodge (family tent) | Budget: Red Chilli Rest Camp

Day 3: Murchison Falls – Game Drive and Launch Cruise

Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Wake early for a sunrise game drive on the northern banks of the Nile. The drive lasts about three hours, ideal for young attention spans. Your guide will search for elephants, giraffes, lions, hartebeests, and buffalo. Children will love counting the different animals they see and checking them off in their activity booklets. Return to the lodge for a late breakfast and some pool time. After lunch, you will embark on a family friendly launch cruise up the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls. The boat is covered, so children are protected from the sun. You will see hundreds of hippos grunting and splashing, crocodiles basking on sandbanks, and elephants drinking at the water’s edge. The highlight is the falls themselves: the entire Nile river forced through a seven meter gap, creating a roar and a permanent rainbow. The captain will hold the boat steady for family photos. After the cruise, you can drive to the top of the falls for a short walk to the viewpoint. Return to the lodge for dinner and perhaps a storytelling session around the campfire with the guide sharing African folktales.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options: Same as Day 2

Day 4: Murchison Falls to Kibale – Journey Through Tea Plantations

After breakfast, you will drive south towards Kibale National Park, a journey of approximately five hours. To break the drive, you will stop in Fort Portal town for a lunch break at a family friendly restaurant. You will also visit a tea plantation where children can see how tea leaves are picked and processed. The rolling green hills are beautiful. You will arrive at your family lodge near Kibale Forest in the late afternoon. The lodge has spacious family cottages and a swimming pool. After checking in, take a gentle guided walk along the forest edge where you may spot red colobus monkeys and black and white colobus monkeys. Dinner is served at the lodge, with options for picky eaters. Your guide will explain tomorrow’s chimpanzee trek and offer the option of a shorter nature walk for younger siblings.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options: Luxury: Primate Lodge Kibale (family cottage) | Mid Range: Kibale Forest Camp (family tent) | Budget: Chimpanzee Guest House

Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking and Community Visit

Uganda Family Safari Adventure

After breakfast, you will walk to the park headquarters for a briefing. The chimpanzee trek is suitable for children over six years old. For younger children, the lodge can arrange a shorter forest walk or babysitting services. You will join a small group and follow the rangers into the forest. The trek takes one to three hours. When you find the chimpanzees, you will have one hour to watch them. Children will be captivated by the chimps swinging through the trees, grooming each other, and calling to one another. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and a swim. In the afternoon, you will visit a nearby community project where a local family will welcome you. Children can learn how to grind millet, carry water on their heads, or play traditional games like the jumping dance. This is a wonderful cultural exchange. Return to the lodge for a family dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options: Same as Day 4

Day 6: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Game Drive and Crater Lakes

Uganda Family Safari Adventure

After breakfast, you will drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, approximately two hours. The park is famous for its diverse ecosystems, including savannah, wetlands, and volcanic craters. You will arrive at your family lodge, which has a swimming pool and spectacular views of the Rift Valley. After lunch, you will set out for an afternoon game drive in the Kasenyi plains, known for its lions and large herds of Uganda kob. You may also see elephants, buffalo, and warthogs. Then, you will explore the Crater Lake region, a series of volcanic craters filled with water. This is a stunning drive with few other vehicles. Children will enjoy spotting the different colored lakes and hearing the legends behind them. Return to the lodge for a relaxing dinner. Tonight, the lodge can arrange a small bonfire with marshmallows for the children.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options: Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge (family rooms) | Mid Range: Elephant Hab Lodge | Budget: Simba Safari Camp

Day 7: Queen Elizabeth – Private Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel

Wake early for a sunrise game drive, the best time to see predators. After breakfast, you will drive to the Kazinga Channel for a private boat cruise. Your family will have the boat to yourselves, with a captain and guide. The cruise lasts about two hours, perfect for children. Glide through the channel, getting within meters of hundreds of hippos, crocodiles, and elephants drinking at the water’s edge. Fish eagles soar overhead and may dive for fish. The children will love counting the hippos. After the cruise, you will enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot overlooking the channel. In the afternoon, you can visit the Katwe salt works, where families have mined salt for centuries, or return to the lodge for swimming and relaxation. Dinner is served at the lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options: Same as Day 6

Day 8: Queen Elizabeth to Lake Bunyonyi – Relaxation and Canoeing

After breakfast, you will drive south to Lake Bunyonyi, one of the most beautiful lakes in Africa. The journey takes approximately three hours through the lush Kigezi Highlands. You will arrive at your family friendly lodge perched on the hillside overlooking the lake. The lodge has family rooms, a swimming pool, and direct access to the water. After lunch, you will take a guided canoe ride on the lake. The water is bilharzia free, so children can safely swim. Your guide will paddle you to Punishment Island, where unmarried pregnant girls were abandoned in the old days, and then to a small island where you can have a picnic. The children will love the adventure of being on a traditional dugout canoe. Return to the lodge as the sun sets. Dinner is served on the terrace with views of the lake.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options: Luxury: Arcadia Cottages Lake Bunyonyi (family suite) | Mid Range: BirdNest Resort | Budget: Bunyonyi Overland Resort

Day 9: Lake Bunyonyi – Nature Walk and Coffee Plantation

Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the mist rising from the lake. In the morning, you will take a gentle nature walk along the lake shore, guided by a local naturalist. Look for birds, butterflies, and small mammals. You will also visit a coffee plantation where a local farmer will show your family how coffee is grown, harvested, dried, roasted, and ground. Children can help pick ripe coffee cherries and taste the final product. After a picnic lunch, the afternoon is free for swimming, kayaking, or simply relaxing. The lodge can arrange a family craft activity such as making jewelry from local beads. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with a special cake for the children.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation Options: Same as Day 8

Day 10: Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe – Departure with Full Hearts

Enjoy a final breakfast together overlooking the lake. The children can have one last swim or play in the gardens. Then, you will drive back to Entebbe, a journey of approximately six to seven hours. You will stop for lunch at the Equator crossing point in Kayabwe, where the family can stand with one foot in each hemisphere. A local guide will perform the water experiment showing how the Coriolis effect works, and children can receive a certificate. Continue to Entebbe. Your Africa Exotic Safaris guide will transfer you to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight. As you check in, the children will proudly show you their completed safari activity booklets filled with drawings of rhinos, chimpanzees, hippos, and the mighty Nile. This 10 Days of Family Fun in the Pearl of Africa has given your family a treasure chest of shared memories. Africa Exotic Safaris thanks you for choosing us and hopes to welcome your family back for another adventure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Inclusions: Uganda Family Safari Adventure

Private airport transfers in Entebbe on arrival and departure.
Private, air conditioned 4×4 safari vehicle suitable for families with ample space for luggage and child seats on request.
Professional English speaking safari guide experienced with children and trained in first aid.
Accommodation for 9 nights in family friendly lodges as per the itinerary.
All meals as indicated (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with children’s menus available at all lodges.
Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary including ranger fees.
Game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks as described.
Launch cruise to Murchison Falls.
Private boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.
Chimpanzee trekking permits for adults and children (special child rates apply).
Community village visit and coffee plantation tour.
Canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi with guide.
Equator stop with demonstration and certificates.
Bottled drinking water throughout the safari.
Safari activity booklet and small gift for each child (stuffed animal, t shirt, or hat).
All park entry fees and conservation levies.
Government taxes and service charges.