Your journey begins as you arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where a Kange Safaris representative will be ready to greet you. After assisting you with your luggage, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Entebbe, offering you a chance to relax and recover from your travels.

The evening is yours to enjoy, whether unwinding at the hotel or taking a stroll to explore the nearby surroundings. Your Kidepo adventure begins tomorrow with a flight to one of Uganda’s most spectacular national parks.

Meal Plan: Dinner

Accommodation: Protea Hotel by Marriot- Entebbe

After breakfast, you’ll catch a flight to Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Africa’s most remote and unspoiled wilderness areas. As you approach Kidepo, the dramatic landscapes unfold beneath you—vast savannahs, distant mountains, and open skies. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your lodge, surrounded by the park’s natural beauty.

In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive through Kidepo’s rugged terrain. Look out for lions resting on rocky outcrops, herds of elephants roaming the savannah, and the striking giraffes that dot the landscape. As the sun sets, return to your lodge for a relaxing evening under the stars.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Apoka Lodge

Your morning starts with another exciting game drive through Kidepo’s expansive plains and the Narus Valley.

This park is renowned for its variety of wildlife. As you navigate the park’s diverse terrain, you will encounter zebras, cheetahs, elephants, warthogs, duiker, Jackson’s Hartebeest giraffes, huge herds of buffaloes, and even the rare ostrich. Keep an eye out for predators like lions and leopards, often spotted lounging in the shade or stalking their prey.

The park’s birdlife is equally impressive, with over 475 species recorded, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts.

After your wildlife adventure, the afternoon offers a cultural experience with a visit to the local Karamojong community. You’ll learn about their traditional way of life, from cattle herding to their unique customs and dances. It’s a chance to connect with Uganda’s diverse cultural heritage, providing a deeper understanding of the region’s people.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Apoka Lodge

After breakfast, head out to explore the less–visited Kidepo Valley, which lies near the South Sudan border. This area, characterized by its dry riverbeds and dramatic landscapes, offers a different perspective of the park.

 Visit the Kanangorok Hot Springs, a natural wonder where steaming hot water bubbles up from the ground, creating a surreal and mesmerizing sight. The area around the hot springs is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with species like the ostrich and the kori bustard frequently seen.

As you explore, the vast open spaces and towering mountains provide a sense of tranquility and solitude, allowing you to connect deeply with nature. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild, surrounded by the park’s untouched beauty.

In the late afternoon, embark on another game drive to maximize your wildlife sightings. The changing light of the setting sun adds a magical touch to the landscape, enhancing your safari experience.

 Return to your lodge for a final dinner and overnight stay, reflecting on the adventures of the day.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Apoka Lodge

After breakfast, you’ll bid farewell to Kidepo’s wild landscapes as you transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Entebbe. As you soar over Uganda’s diverse terrain, you’ll reflect on the incredible experiences of the past days—the stunning wildlife, the warm hospitality of the Karamojong people, and the untouched beauty of Kidepo Valley. Once in Entebbe, you’ll connect to your onward flight or relax before your departure, taking with you unforgettable memories of this extraordinary safari.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Accommodation: None