Uganda: 4-Day Kidepo National Park and Aruu Falls Safari

Explore Kidepo National Park on a 4-day safari from Kampala. Visit Aruu Falls, enjoy game drives, and immerse yourself in the local culture with a visit to a Karamojong village.
Day 1: Transfer to Gulu Town via Aruu Falls

Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Kampala. After an early breakfast, head to Gulu Town. Explore the town, take a leisurely walk around Gulu to experience the local culture. Visit Gulu Central Market, interact with the locals, or visit some historical sites related to the region's recent history.

Have lunch and then proceed to Aruu Falls in the Acholi sub-region. Walk to the viewpoint and take photos of the stunning waterfalls and surrounding landscape. Get back to Gulu Town, check in to your lodge for relaxation and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Kidepo National Park and Karamojong Village

After an early breakfast, depart to Kidepo National Park. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of hills that separate Acholi land from Karamoja, beautifully thatched grass houses, and cross a few seasonal rivers. Have lunch and proceed to visit a local Karamojong village to learn about their culture and traditions.

The Karamojong are semi-nomadic pastoralists who have maintained their lifestyle for generations. Witness traditional dances, visit their homes (manyatta), and hear about their daily life and practices. Interact with the locals and perhaps buy handmade crafts. Arrive at the lodge, check in for evening relaxation and overnight.

Day 3: Hiking and Game Drive in Kidepo National Park

After breakfast, prepare for a hiking adventure in a less-traveled part of the park with a stunning landscape. Enjoy a guided trek up these beautiful hills, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and the park below. The hike is moderate in difficulty and typically takes about 2-3 hours, depending on the pace.

In the afternoon, head out on your first game drive in Kidepo National Park. Explore areas like the Narus Valley, which is famous for wildlife sightings, including elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and various antelopes. You may also spot lions, leopards, and cheetahs in this area. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4: Game Drive and Return to Kampala

After breakfast, proceed for a game drive. View various animals such as elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, giraffes, lions, and different bird species. Take photos and proceed to check out and start your journey back to Kampala. Along the way, pass through many local villages. Have an en-route lunch along the way to Kampala.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.