Overview
Discover Uganda’s remote wilderness on this 5 Days Fly-In Wildlife Safari in Kidepo National Park. Located in northeastern Uganda, Kidepo is one of Africa’s most isolated and pristine national parks, offering abundant wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
This safari is perfect for all types of travelers — from budget adventurers to luxury seekers. Enjoy thrilling game drives, hiking, and cultural encounters with the Karamojong and IK people, while spotting lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, buffaloes, and rare bird species such as ostriches, secretary birds, and Abyssinian ground hornbills.
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Safari Highlights
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Fly directly to the remote Kidepo Valley National Park
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Morning and evening game drives in pristine savannah
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Hike Mount Morungole and interact with the IK people
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Cultural tour with the Karamojong communities
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Spot Africa’s Big Cats, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and rare birds
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Fly to Kidepo National Park
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be greeted by your professional safari guide and board a domestic flight to Kidepo airstrip. Upon arrival, transfer to your lodge for lunch and relax before your first evening game drive, spotting wildlife along the scenic savannah. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Morning and Evening Game Drives
Start early with a morning game drive, searching for predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and bushbucks.
After lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive to the Narus River, the park’s permanent water source. Photograph large concentrations of wildlife drinking, including waterbucks, Uganda kobs, buffaloes, and many bird species like secretary birds and black-breasted barbets. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Hiking Mount Morungole
After breakfast, transfer to the trailhead of Mount Morungole, the ancestral home of the IK people. This full-day hike (around 8 hours) offers panoramic views of Kidepo Valley, the surrounding rift valley, and the IK homesteads.
Meet the IK community along the trail and learn about their traditional lifestyle, culture, and customs, including bride price traditions, local cuisine, and homemade beer. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Morning Game Drive & Cultural Tour
Begin your day with a morning game drive to spot any wildlife you may have missed. Visit Kanangorok Hot Springs, a unique natural feature with boiling water emerging from rocky outcrops. Learn about the spiritual significance of the springs for local communities.
In the afternoon, enjoy a cultural tour with the Karamojong people. Explore traditional Manyatta homesteads, observe their musical instruments, ceremonial spears, and tribal dances, and hear stories of their warrior heritage. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Transfer Back to Entebbe
After breakfast, check out of the lodge and transfer to Kidepo Airstrip for your flight back to Entebbe International Airport. Reflect on an unforgettable 5-day adventure in Uganda’s most remote wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast
Safari Includes
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Domestic flight Entebbe – Kidepo – Entebbe
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Airport transfers (pickup & drop-off)
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Private 4×4 safari vehicle with English-speaking guide
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Full board accommodation (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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Park entrance fees and scheduled game drives
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Mount Morungole hiking and cultural experiences
Safari Excludes
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International flights and visas
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Personal expenses (tips, drinks, laundry, souvenirs)
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Travel insurance
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Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Book Your Adventure
Join Muganzi Safaris for this 5 Days Fly-In Wildlife Safari in Kidepo National Park and explore one of Uganda’s most untouched wilderness areas. Experience Big Cats, majestic elephants, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural encounters.
