Planning a 14-day Uganda safari from Spain (guided by Spanish speaking guide) is easier when you organize flights and permits early, especially because you’ll be travelling between southern parks and Uganda’s far north. The biggest planning point is getting the movement right: you’ll likely fly from Spain to Entebbe, then use internal flights (or long road transfers where possible) so you don’t lose days to driving. Your route should also match the wildlife seasons, since gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking require booking ahead. This safari itinerary covers Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi for gorillas, and adds Kidepo Valley in the north for its classic savannah landscapes. If you plan your permits, health checks, and lodge bookings early, the trip becomes smooth from start to finish.

14-Day Uganda Safari Itinerary (includes Kidepo) 🗺️

Day 1: Arrive in Uganda (Entebbe)

Land at Entebbe International Airport, meet your driver-guide, and transfer to Entebbe or Kampala for rest. This day is for settling in, staying hydrated, and preparing for the safari route ahead.

What to see: lake area views (depending on your hotel location).

Drive estimate: about 40–70 km (1–2 hours).

Day 2: Entebbe → Murchison Falls National Park

Drive north to Murchison Falls, with stops along the way to break up the journey. You’ll enjoy an easy start, then check in and take time to relax before wildlife activities begin.

What to see: landscapes en route; optional rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

Drive estimate: about 350–430 km (7–10 hours).

Day 3: Game drive + Nile boat cruise

Start with a morning game drive for big mammals and birdlife. Later, take a boat cruise toward the bottom of the falls, where you can spot hippos and crocodiles along the riverbanks.

What to see: lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles.

Drive estimate: minimal; park activities mostly local.

Day 4: Murchison Falls → Kidepo Valley National Park ✨

Travel into Uganda’s remote north. Arrive in Kidepo and settle at your lodge with a relaxed evening.

What to see: changing landscapes; rural communities.

Drive estimate: about 600–780 km (typically 12–15 hours) (plan overnight stops if needed).

Day 5: Narus Valley wildlife day (Kidepo)

Spend the day in Narus Valley, where wildlife often appears in open plains. This is one of the best areas in Kidepo for spotting predators and herds.

What to see: cheetahs, lions, buffalo herds, ostriches.

Drive estimate: short drives inside the park.

Day 6: Kidepo + Karamojong cultural visit

In the morning, do another wildlife-focused session inside Kidepo. In the afternoon, visit a Karamojong homestead to learn how pastoralist communities live and manage livestock in this region.

What to see: wildlife near park viewpoints; local culture.

Drive estimate: short to moderate within the Kidepo area.

Day 7: Kidepo → Sipi Falls (Mount Elgon region)

Leave the north and head toward Sipi Falls. After arrival, you’ll have time to relax and enjoy the cooler mountain atmosphere.

What to see: waterfall viewpoints; coffee-growing region scenery.

Drive estimate: about 650–750 km (12–14 hours).

Day 8: Sipi Falls hike + transfer to Jinja

Hike to the three levels of Sipi Falls and learn about the local environment. Later, drive to Jinja, where you’ll rest near the Nile/Lake Victoria lakeside area.

What to see: Sipi Falls viewpoints; local coffee farms (where available).

Drive estimate: about 170–250 km (4–6 hours).

Day 9: Jinja → Queen Elizabeth National Park

Visit the Source of the Nile area in the morning, then continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You’ll arrive for check-in and evening calm.

What to see: White Nile Source area; changing ecosystems.

Drive estimate: about 380–460 km (7–10 hours).

Day 10: Queen Elizabeth game drive + Kazinga Channel cruise

Do a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains. In the afternoon, take a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel for elephants and big bird colonies.

What to see: leopards (possible), lions, elephants, hippos, many waterbirds.

Drive estimate: park drives inside the day.

Day 11: Ishasha → Bwindi (gorilla base)

Drive toward the Ishasha sector and look for tree-climbing lions where conditions allow. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for your gorilla trekking base.

What to see: tree-climbing lions (seasonal/spotting dependent).

Drive estimate: about 300–400 km (7–9 hours).

Day 12: Mountain gorilla trekking day 🦍

Meet at the park headquarters for briefing, then trek through forest until you find a habituated gorilla family. You’ll spend about one hour with the gorillas while rangers guide distance and safety.

What to see: mountain gorillas in natural family behavior.

Trek time varies: often 2–6 hours total.

Day 13: Bwindi → Lake Mburo National Park

Drive to Lake Mburo and enjoy an afternoon activity. Many travelers like this park as a calmer contrast after gorilla trekking.

What to see: zebras, impalas, other savannah animals.

Drive estimate: about 320–400 km (6–9 hours).

Day 14: Lake Mburo morning + return to Entebbe

Start with a final game drive or walking safari, then drive back to Entebbe for your international flight.

What to see: zebras, impalas, birds.

Drive estimate: about 170–220 km (3–5 hours).

Flights, Visa & permits (what to handle early) ✈️🧾

1) Book your flights from Spain to Entebbe

• Depart: Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN)
• Common routes: one-stop via major hubs like Istanbul, Doha, Brussels, or Addis Ababa
• Arrival: Entebbe International Airport (EBB)

2) Visa & health requirements

• Uganda visa is typically done online (confirm current requirements for your passport type).
• Many travellers arrange vaccinations and a medical check before departure, including yellow fever proof where required.
• Ask your doctor in Spain about malaria prevention and routine travel vaccines well in advance.

3) Gorilla + chimp permits

• Gorilla permits in Bwindi sell out early, so book months ahead.
• Chimpanzee tracking permits in Kibale also require early booking.

Choosing a local operator for your Uganda safari 🇺🇬🤝

Working with a trusted local safari team helps a lot for a 14-day itinerary—especially with Kidepo in the north and gorilla trekking in Bwindi. A good operator will handle route planning, lodge bookings, ranger coordination, and the daily timing so you don’t have to manage details while travelling.

One option is Choosing Roads of Adventure Safaris, based in Kampala. We plan Uganda safaris around real driving distances and park schedules, using well-prepared 4x4 Land Cruisers with experienced guides and practical on-the-ground support for international visitors.