10 Days Uganda Northern Circuit Safari Overview
This 10 Days Uganda Northern Circuit Safari offers a rich combination of adventure, culture, and wildlife. Starting in Jinja, discover the Source of the Nile before heading to the highlands of Sipi Falls for hiking, coffee experiences, and sunset views. Journey deep into Karamoja for authentic cultural encounters in Moroto and hikes on Mt. Moroto. Continue to the remote and stunning Kidepo Valley National Park for exceptional game drives, then head to Murchison Falls National Park for a classic safari experience featuring wildlife viewing, boat cruises, and a hike to the top of the powerful falls. The trip concludes with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary before returning to Entebbe for your departure. This route offers a perfect blend of nature, wildlife, and authentic cultural encounters in Uganda’s less-explored regions.
10 Days Uganda Northern Circuit Safari Highlights
Day 1: Arrival in Uganda & Transfer to Jinja
Day 2: Jinja to Sipi Falls – Sunset Viewpoint
Day 3: Full Day in Sipi Falls
Day 4: Transfer to Moroto – Karamojong Cultural Tour
Day 5: Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park
Day 6: Full-Day Safari in Kidepo
Day 7: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Day 8: Game Drives, Boat Safari & Hike to the Top of Murchison Falls
Day 9: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Return to Entebbe
Day 10: Departure – Drop-Off at Entebbe
Day 1: Arrival in Uganda & Transfer to Jinja
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be met by your guide from Jomert Gorilla Safaris and transferred eastwards to Jinja, the adventure capital of Uganda. Settle into your lodge before visiting the Source of the Nile, where Lake Victoria’s waters begin their journey north. Enjoy a peaceful boat ride and explore the riverside craft shops.
Overnight: The Haven
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Jinja to Sipi Falls – Sunset Viewpoint
After breakfast, depart for Sipi Falls, located on the foothills of Mt. Elgon. Enjoy the drive through tea plantations and vibrant rural towns. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and later take a guided walk to a scenic viewpoint for a breathtaking sunset over the Karamoja plains.
Overnight: Rafiki Lodge Sipi
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Full Day in Sipi Falls
Today, explore the Sipi region through a combination of adventure and cultural experiences. Start with a guided hike to all three Sipi waterfalls, passing through farmlands and caves. After lunch, experience the thrill of abseiling down the main 100-meter waterfall. In the afternoon, visit a local coffee farm to learn about and participate in the coffee-making process, from bean to brew.
Overnight: Rafiki Lodge Sipi
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to Moroto – Karamojong Cultural Tour
Depart early for Moroto, heading into the heart of Karamoja, one of Uganda’s most culturally rich and untouched regions. On arrival, check in and visit a Karamojong manyatta, a traditional homestead, where you’ll learn about their nomadic lifestyle, cattle culture, and traditions. Enjoy local dances and storytelling.
Overnight: Kara Tunga Safari Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park
After breakfast, take a guided nature hike on the lower slopes of Mount Moroto, a rugged and scenic climb offering views of the Karamoja plains and interactions with local communities. After lunch, drive north toward Kidepo Valley National Park, arriving in time to relax and enjoy the wild surroundings.
Overnight: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Full-Day Safari in Kidepo
Spend the day exploring Kidepo Valley, Uganda’s most remote and spectacular park. Begin with a morning game drive in the Narus Valley, home to lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, elephants, and giraffes. Expect breathtaking landscapes and fewer tourists.
Overnight: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Begin your day with a long but scenic transfer to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest conservation area. Stop for breaks and enjoy the countryside along the way. Lunch en route to the park in Gulu and upon arrival check in and relax he evening at the lodge
Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Game Drives, Boat Safari & Hike to the Top of Murchison Falls
Start your day with a morning game drive across the savannah plains of Murchison’s northern sector. Watch for lions, giraffes, elephants, hartebeests, and more. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of the mighty Murchison Falls. End the day with a guided hike to the top of the falls, where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge in a dramatic display.
Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
On Day 9, you will depart from Murchison Falls National Park after breakfast and travel south to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, a journey of about 3–4 hours. Ziwa is the only place in Uganda where you can see wild rhinos, making it an important stop on the safari circuit. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a guided rhino tracking experience on foot, accompanied by professional rangers who will lead you through the sanctuary to observe the Southern White Rhinoceros in their natural habitat while learning about the conservation efforts led by Rhino Fund Uganda. After the activity, you will relax and spend the night at the sanctuary, surrounded by its peaceful savannah environment before continuing your journey to Entebbe the following day.
Overnight: Ziwa Rhino Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Departure – Drop-Off at Entebbe
After breakfast, your guide will transfer you to Entebbe International Airport in time for your flight, marking the end of your incredible journey through Uganda’s wild east and north.
Overnight: No accommodation included.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
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