Atlas Safaris Uganda

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About Atlas Safaris Uganda

Vision of Atlas Safaris Uganda

Our vision is to offer efficient, reliable, and affordable safari services in Uganda and the Great Lakes region. Our safaris are both budget-friendly and exciting.

Mission of Atlas Safaris Uganda

We aim to provide our customers with great experiences while promoting sustainable tourism and economic development in Uganda.

Atlas Safaris Uganda works closely with local partners to create income opportunities for the local people. We educate local communities and our customers about the importance of nature conservation, ensuring that future generations can also enjoy the diverse natural resources. In short: we are customer-oriented, professional, socially responsible, and committed to environmental protection goals.

Environmental Protection

As a symbol of preserving nature’s beauty, every customer can plant a tree before or after their safari.

Our Recommendations

If you want to visit an African country that isn’t yet overwhelmed by mass tourism, come to Uganda. Uganda boasts truly stunning natural landscapes. The average temperature remains around 26°C throughout the year, except in the highlands. This makes Uganda a great destination to visit at any time of year.

Atlas Safaris Uganda is your partner for all excursions into Uganda’s wildlife, gorilla trekking, white-water rafting, bird watching, and mountain climbing. We organize customized safaris tailored to your wishes. We guarantee friendly, honest, reliable, and knowledgeable service, paying attention to even the smallest details to make your safari in Uganda an unforgettable experience.

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Atlas Safaris Uganda: Travel Itineraries

You can choose from a wide range of safaris. We’ve listed a few of them below, along with two detailed descriptions.

• Discover Uganda (19 days)
• Primates & Wildlife Safaris (12 days)
• Special Safaris (for seniors)
• Mountain Climbing & Wildlife Watching (11 days)
• Wildlife in Uganda (8 days)

Discover Uganda with Atlas Safaris Uganda (19 days)

Day 1: Kampala

Pick-up at Entebbe Airport and transfer to Kampala at the Triangle Hotel or Cassia Lodge.

Day 2: Jinja, Source of the Nile, Bujagali Falls

Visit the source of the Nile, the Gandhi Monument, and view the Bujagali Falls. In the evening, drive to Mbale for dinner at the Mbale Resort Hotel.

Day 3: Sipi Falls

After breakfast, hike to the Sipi Falls on Mount Elgon.

Visit the caves and see the plantations growing coffee, cooking bananas (Matooke), and sugarcane. Return to Jinja in the evening for dinner and overnight stay at the Jinja Nile Resort or King Fisher Hotel.

Day 4: Murchison Falls National Park

Drive to Murchison Falls National Park via Masindi, with lunch at the Masindi Hotel. Visit Murchison Falls and stay overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge or Red Chilli.

Day 5: Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife viewing at dawn (elephants, lions, water buffalo, giraffes, hyenas, and many other animals). Breakfast at the lodge and relax by the pool.

After lunch, take a boat trip on the Nile to Murchison Falls (elephants, crocodiles, numerous bird species, hippos, water buffalo). Overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 6: Murchison Falls, Kibale

After breakfast, drive to the Albert Rift Valley via Hoima (capital of the Bunyoro Kingdom) to Fort Portal (capital of the Tooro Kingdom) at the foot of the Mountains of the Moon, the Rwenzori Mountains. Dinner and overnight stay at Ndali Safari Lodge.

Day 7: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park

After breakfast, join a guided tour for chimpanzee and primate trekking. After lunch, hike to the Bigodi Swamp eco-tourism farm. Dinner and overnight stay at Ndali Safari Lodge.

Day 8: Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP)

Drive to QENP along the Rwenzori Mountains.

Along the way, enjoy another wildlife viewing excursion (water buffalo, elephants, leopards, hyenas, and various antelope species). Arrive at Mweya Safari Lodge. Take a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel (hippos, elephants, crocodiles, 550 bird species). Dinner and overnight stay at Mweya Safari Lodge or Jacana Lodge.

Day 9: Wildlife Viewing and Visit to the Crater Lakes

Wildlife along the Kasenyi Route and “Queens Mile” (lions, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, hyenas, mongooses, antelopes, leopards). Arrival at Lake George. Lunch at the lodge, followed by an afternoon visit to the crater lakes. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 10: Drive to Bwindi Gorilla Forest via Ishasha

Drive to Ishasha through the Maramagambo Forest (home to tree-climbing lions). Lunch at Savannah Hotel. Continue on to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Dinner and overnight stay at Buhoma Homestead-Gorilla Resort or Buhoma community bandas.

Day 11: Gorilla trekking

Hike through the rainforest to see the world-famous mountain gorillas. Dinner and overnight stay at Buhoma Homestead.

Day 12: Bwindi Gorilla Park in Rwanda.

Depart for Randa after breakfast. Overnight stay at Gorilla Nest Lodge, Hotel Chez Lando, Mhavura Lodge, or Kinigi Guesthouse.

Day 13: Mountain gorilla safari

Hike through the rainforest to spot mountain gorillas in the “Parc National des Volcans”. Drive to Kabale and overnight stay at Arcadia Cottages or Bunyonyi Overland Camp.

Day 14: Kabale cultural tour and boat ride

Drive through the “Switzerland of Africa” with a stop at the Bakiga Museum in Kabale to learn about local culture. Lunch at Arcadia Cottages with views of Lake Bunyonyi. Take a boat trip on the lake. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 15: Drive from Kabale to Lake Mburo

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park; lunch in Mbarara. Enjoy an evening wildlife viewing session (impalas, zebras, buffaloes); an optional boat ride on Lake Mburo is also available. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Mantana Tented Camp or Rwonyo Camp.

Day 16: Ssese Islands

Drive to Entebbe. Take a ferry to the Ssese Islands (84 islands in Lake Victoria). Arrive at Lutoboka Beach on Bugala Island. Dinner and overnight stay at Ssese Palm Beach Resort or Mirembe Resort.

Day 17: Relaxation day

Relax on the beach. Optional fishing or a boat ride. Full-board accommodation at Ssese Palm Beach or Mirembe Resort.

Day 18: Kampala city tour

After breakfast, transfer back to the mainland and drive to Kampala. Enjoy a city tour of the capital to see the most important cultural and traditional landmarks related to the Kingdom of Buganda. Dinner and overnight stay at Cassia Lodge or Africana Hotel.

Day 19: Transfer to Entebbe Airport for your return flight

After 19 exciting days, you’ll leave Uganda on your way home. But we’re sure this won’t be your only and last visit to beautiful Uganda.

Primate & Wildlife Safaris with Atlas Safaris Uganda (12 days)

Day 1: Drive from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park

Drive from your hotel in Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park. Visit the Nakasongora Rhino Farm. Continue driving and stop in Masindi for lunch. Visit Murchison Falls. Dinner and overnight stay at the luxury Paraa Safari Lodge or Red Chili Camp.

Day 2: Wildlife viewing along the Nile

Spot wildlife before breakfast (lions, leopards, giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas). Lunch at the lodge. In the evening, take a boat ride on the Nile (crocodiles, hippos, shoebill storks). Dinner and overnight stay at Paraa Safari Lodge or Red Chili Camp.

Day 3: Drive through the Albertine Rift Valley via Fort Portal to Kibale

Drive to Fort Portal and then to Kibale. Dinner and overnight stay at Ndali Lodge, Primates Lodge, or Rwenzori View Guesthouse.

Day 4: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest

After a light breakfast, drive to the Kanyanchu Tourist Center. Enter the park and hike to see the chimpanzees. Lunch at the lodge; take a walk to Bigodi Swamp Eco-Farm to observe birds and monkeys. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP)

Go wildlife viewing in the morning, then drive to QENP. Dinner and overnight stay at Mweya Safari Lodge, Jacana Safari Lodge, or Institute Hostel.

Day 6: Wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Go wildlife viewing in the morning. Lunch at the lodge. In the evening, take a boat ride on the Kazinga Channel. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 7: Chimpanzee and primate watching

After breakfast, go chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura. Drive to Bwindi Forest National Park. Dinner and overnight stay at Gorilla Forest Camp, Gorilla Resort Lodge, Kitandara Tented Camp, or Buhoma Homestead/Buhoma Community Bandas.

Day 8: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Primate Forest

Hike through the rainforest to see mountain gorillas (2–8 hours). Return for lunch and enjoy a relaxing evening. Overnight stay at the camp.

Day 9: Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, drive to Lake Bunyonyi. Dinner and overnight stay at Acadia Cottages, Heritage Lodge, or Overland Camp.

Day 10: Birdwatching at Lake Bunyonyi

Take a boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi to observe birds. Visit a few villages. Free time for the rest of the day. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 11: Wildlife in Lake Mburo National Park

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park for wildlife viewing. Dinner and overnight stay at Mantana Tented Camp, Mihingo Luxury Lodge, or Rwonyo Camp Bandas.

Day 12: Wildlife viewing and journey from Lake Mburo to Kampala

Wildlife viewing in the national park. A drive to Kampala with a stop at the Equator. Opportunity to shop at the Mpambirwe drum makers. Transfer to the airport in Entebbe.

Customer testimonials about Atlas Safaris Uganda

Read what our customers have to say about Atlas Safaris Uganda:

From Italy

Veglia Maurizio & Pellegrino Claudia: “Great experiences in a beautiful country. Simply fantastic.”

Garnerone Alfio & F. Michela: “When will we be traveling with Atlas Safaris in Uganda next time?”

From the USA

Chris Grieg: “A great experience and 100% worth enjoying.”

From Switzerland

Florin Pounce & Xavier Miserez: “Our driver, Paul, was fantastic—both as a driver and guide. Paul knows a lot about his country. Overall, it was a great experience, perfectly organized.”

From Australia

Christian Ludwik: “Our driver, Augustine, was very friendly, flexible, helpful, and always punctual. The people in Uganda are extremely kind, especially to us ‘Mzungus’! Thank you for this wonderful experience.”

From Spain

Mario Miralles & Albert Garcia: “A very good experience. A great driver (Augustine), very sociable and punctual. Her performance is excellent.”

From France

De Poncins: “A great discovery!”

From New Zealand

A first-class and amazing experience. The driver is excellent (Augustine), aside from minor communication issues!

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