8-Day Ankole Culture & Wildlife Tour (Featuring Igongo)

The 8-Day Ankole Culture & Wildlife Tour offers a unique blend of rich cultural heritage and classic wildlife experiences in Western Uganda. This immersive journey highlights the traditions, history, and lifestyle of the Ankole people, complemented by wildlife encounters in some of Uganda’s most beautiful national parks.

Your tour features a deep cultural exploration at the Igongo Cultural Centre, home to the acclaimed “Eriijukiro” museum, traditional Ankole architecture, local cuisine, and storytelling. Alongside culture, the itinerary includes safari adventures in Lake Mburo National Park—famous for zebras and walking safaris—and scenic visits around Mbarara, the heartland of the Ankole kingdom.

This safari is perfect for travelers who want a meaningful experience that goes beyond wildlife, combining culture, history, nature, and community interaction.

Tour features

GAME DRIVES

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Game Drive

MEALS AND DRINKS INCLUDED

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

RECOMMENDED DATES

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Day by day highlights

  1. Season & Dates
    Solo
    2 Pax
    4 Pax
    6 Pax
    Low Season
    1 MAR – 31 MAY
    High Season
    1 NOV – 20 DEC
    6 JAN – 29 FEB
    Peak Season
    1 JUN – 31 OCT
    21 DEC – 5 JAN

THE BUDGET:

8 Days from $ per person

Price is an estimate only and is dependant on group size, age of children, time of year and your choice of camps.

MAKE IT EXTRA SPECIAL:

We can incorporate all kind of activities in your safari, like coffee farm tours, hot air balloon, Maasai cultural tours, canoe safari, zip-lining and hiking. See below for our optional extras.

Kampala ciuty

Day 1Travel & Cultural Welcome

Transfer from Kampala/Entebbe to Mbarara, stopping at the Equator. Check-in and evening Tour of the Igongo Cultural Centre’s Museum (Eriijukiro Museum).

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Meal Plan: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
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Day 2 : Ankole Culture Day

Morning Cultural Immersion: Witness traditional Ankole activities like cattle milking (Omuganda) and hut building. Afternoon Language/Craft Workshop or visit to a local homestead.

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Meal Plan: All meals included
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Day 3: Wildlife Experience

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park. Afternoon Game Drive to see zebras, impalas, elands, and buffaloes.

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Meal Plan: All meals included
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Day 4: Water Safari & Travel

Morning Boat Safari on Lake Mburo (hippos, crocodiles, birds). Check out and scenic drive through the Ankole hills toward Fort Portal region.

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Meal Plan: All meals included
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Day 5 :Craters & Nature

Explore the Fort Portal Crater Lakes Region. Nature walk around the breathtaking explosion craters and surrounding farmlands.

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Meal Plan: All meals included
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Day 6 : Tea & Royalty

Morning walk through local Tea Plantations. Afternoon visit to the Karambi Royal Tombs (resting place of former Toro Kings).

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Meal Plan: All meals included
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Day 7 :Mbarara City & Markets

Transfer back to Mbarara. Mbarara City Tour and visit to local markets for craft and souvenir shopping. Final dinner at Igongo.

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Meal Plan: All meals included
Entebbe Airport terminal

Day 8 :Departure

Morning breakfast. Drive from Mbarara/Igongo back to Entebbe/Kampala for departure.

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Meal Plan: Breakfast

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