11-Day Ethical Uganda Journey
A slow-paced, ethical, and immersive exploration of Uganda combining iconic wildlife encounters with meaningful community experiences, eco-conscious accommodation, and fully vegan dining throughout.
Journey Cost
Includes all vegan meals, eco-conscious accommodations, private transport, activities & park fees
Fully Vegan Dining
All meals pre-arranged and vegan throughout the journey
Ethical Wildlife
Responsible encounters with gorillas, chimps, and wildlife
Community-Centered
Direct support to local communities and conservation projects
Eco-Conscious Lodges
Mid-luxury, locally owned accommodations
Trip Overview
This carefully designed journey offers a slow-paced, ethical, and immersive exploration of Uganda. It combines iconic wildlife encounters with meaningful community experiences, eco-conscious accommodation, and fully vegan dining throughout.
Destinations
Entebbe β Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary β Murchison Falls β Kibale Forest β Rwenzori Mountains β Queen Elizabeth NP β Bwindi Forest β Lake Bunyonyi β Lake Mburo β Entebbe
Travel Style
Private, slow-paced, ethical & community-centered
Accommodation
Mid-luxury, eco-conscious & locally owned lodges
Meals
Fully vegan | All meals included (pre-arranged)
Group Size
Private journey (tailored for couples, families, or small groups)

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you are warmly welcomed by your private Jeisking Tours guide. Without an overnight stop in Entebbe, you begin your journey north.
En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided on-foot rhino tracking experience. Led by professional rangers, this activity directly supports Uganda's rhino conservation and reintroduction program and follows strict ethical guidelines.
Continue onward to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving in the late afternoon.
Accommodation
Tilenga Safari Lodge or Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals
Lunch & dinner (vegan)
Driving Time
~7β8 hours

Begin the day with a morning game drive on the northern savannah plains. Wildlife sightings may include elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and, occasionally, predatorsβviewed slowly and respectfully.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the River Nile, cruising toward the base of Murchison Falls. This calm experience offers excellent birdlife and close, non-intrusive wildlife viewing.
Accommodation
Bamboo Safari Lodge or Nkundwa Safari Lodge
Meals
All meals included (vegan)

After breakfast, visit the Top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile dramatically forces its way through a narrow gorge.
Later, begin the scenic drive southwest to Kibale Forest National Park, passing rural villages, farmlands, and tea plantations.
Accommodation
Chimpanzees Forest Capital Lodge (locally owned)
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner (vegan)
Driving Time
~7β8 hours

Today focuses on primates and people.
In the morning, enjoy chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, conducted in small groups under strict regulations to ensure chimpanzee welfare.
In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run conservation project. The guided walk highlights birdlife, medicinal plants, and local livelihoods, with all proceeds directly benefiting community development.
Accommodation
Chimpanzees Forest Capital Lodge
Meals
All meals included (vegan)

After breakfast, transfer to Kasese, located at the foothills of the legendary Rwenzori Mountains.
The afternoon is relaxed. You may enjoy mountain views, visit nearby villages, or simply unwind at the lodge.
Accommodation
Eco-lodge near the Rwenzori Mountains
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner (vegan)
Driving Time
~2 hours

Enjoy a guided Rwenzori nature and community walk, led by a local mountain guide.
This non-technical hike explores forest trails, waterfalls, and farmland while highlighting:
- Mountain ecology
- Traditional agriculture
- Community life around the Rwenzori
This experience directly supports local guide associations and conservation initiatives.
Accommodation
Eco-lodge near the Rwenzori Mountains
Meals
All meals included (vegan)

After breakfast, drive into Queen Elizabeth National Park.
In the afternoon, take a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, one of Africa's richest wildlife corridors. Expect hippos, elephants, crocodiles, and outstanding birdlife, all observed at a calm, respectful pace.
Accommodation
Kikorongo Safari Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner (vegan)
Driving Time
~2β3 hours

Start the day with a morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth's savannah plains.
After lunch, continue south to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the endangered mountain gorillas.
Accommodation
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (community-linked)
Meals
All meals included (vegan)
Driving Time
~4β5 hours

This morning, embark on gorilla trekking, one of the world's most strictly regulated wildlife experiences. Group sizes are limited, health protocols are enforced, and viewing time is carefully controlled to protect the gorillas.
After the trek and lunch, transfer to the tranquil Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by terraced hills and rural communities.
Accommodation
BirdNest Resort, Lake Bunyonyi
Meals
All meals included (vegan)
Driving Time
~2β3 hours

Begin the day with a peaceful boat or canoe experience on Lake Bunyonyi, offering insight into island life, local farming, and birdlife.
Later, drive to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's smallest savannah park and one of the best destinations for walking safaris.
Accommodation
Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner (vegan)
Driving Time
~4β5 hours

Start the final day with a guided walking safari, accompanied by an armed ranger. This allows close, respectful encounters with zebras, giraffes, impalas, and elandsβwithout vehicles.
After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe for your international departure.
Meals
Breakfast & lunch (vegan)
Driving Time
~4β5 hours
Why This Itinerary Works Perfectly
Logical Routing
Well-planned route with no rushed days
Ethical Encounters
Non-intrusive wildlife viewing practices
Community Focus
Strong community involvement and support
Slow-Paced
Comprehensive yet relaxed exploration
Vegan-Friendly
Completely vegan dining throughout
Eco-Conscious
Mid-luxury, sustainable accommodations
Private Travel
Tailored, low-impact private journey
Experience Uganda Ethically
Join us for an unforgettable journey that respects wildlife, supports local communities, and nourishes you with delicious vegan cuisine throughout.
Book This JourneyContact us for customized options for couples, families, or small groups
Email: info@gorillaugandasafaribookings.com | jeiskingsafaricarrental.com
Call/WhatsApp: +256 775 630 809
