Tour Overview
Combine adventure, wildlife, and sport on this exciting 5-day Uganda experience. Your journey begins in Entebbe before travelling west to the renowned Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its diverse wildlife and sweeping savannah landscapes. Along the way, you will stop at the Uganda Equator Crossing for photos and a unique geographical experience.
The trip is centered around participation in the spectacular Rwenzori Marathon held in Kasese, where runners compete against the breathtaking backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains. Alongside the marathon, enjoy a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park to encounter elephants, buffaloes, antelope, and other wildlife. This short adventure blends Uganda’s natural beauty with the excitement of one of East Africa’s most scenic marathon events.
Tour Highlights
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Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park to see elephants, buffaloes, and other savannah wildlife
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Participation in the scenic Rwenzori Marathon
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Spectacular views of the Rwenzori Mountains during the marathon
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Scenic road journey through western Uganda’s countryside
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Photo stop at the Uganda Equator Crossing
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Stay in Kasese, the gateway to the Rwenzori region
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to a hotel - 19th August 2026
+Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be received by a representative from Trek Safaris Uganda Ltd and transferred to your guesthouse in Entebbe. The remainder of the day is at leisure as you rest and prepare for your upcoming journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park and participation in the Rwenzori Marathon.
Overnight at: Akua Guest House
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kasese (Safari & Marathon Base) - 20th August 2026
+After breakfast in Entebbe, we depart westwards toward Uganda’s most celebrated wildlife destination, Queen Elizabeth National Park. The journey winds through scenic countryside, with a lunch stop at a local restaurant and a brief pause at the Equator for photographs and souvenir shopping.
We arrive in the afternoon and enjoy a game drive inside the park, offering opportunities to spot elephants, buffaloes, and other savannah wildlife in their natural habitat. After the game drive, we continue to Kasese town — a short transfer of roughly 40 minutes — where you will check in and relax in preparation for the marathon and safari activities ahead.
Dinner and overnight at Sandton Hotel Kasese – Standard Room (B-L-D)
Day 3: Game Drive & Boat Cruise - 21st August 2026
+After breakfast, set out for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, heading toward the kob mating grounds where large herds of Uganda kob gather. These open plains often attract predators, offering good chances to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife in their natural habitat before returning to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural channel linking Lake Edward and Lake George. This 2-hour cruise provides exceptional wildlife viewing, with large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles, buffaloes along the shoreline, elephants, and a remarkable variety of birdlife that gathers along the water’s edge. You will then return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Rwenzori Marathon Day - 22nd August 2026
+Today is the highlight for all running enthusiasts — the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon in Kasese. After breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to the race start point in Kasese town. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a first-time marathon runner, this event offers a unique and scenic route framed by the majestic Rwenzori Mountains.
After the race, return to your hotel to rest and celebrate your achievement. The rest of the day is at leisure to recover, enjoy the surroundings, and share experiences with fellow participants.
Dinner and overnight at Sandton Hotel Kasese (Standard Room)
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For more information about the marathon route and categories, visit: www.rwenzorimarathon.com
Day 5: Return to Entebbe to Kampala - 23rd Aug 2026
+After breakfast, check out and depart from Queen Elizabeth National Park as we begin the journey back to Entebbe. A lunch stop will be enjoyed en route at a local restaurant, allowing time to relax and reflect on your safari experience.
On arrival in Entebbe, you will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport in time for your international flight home.
Inclusions
- Emergency Medical Evacuation
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- All ground transfers
- Accommodation
- Park entry fees
- All meals as per meal plans
- Professional guides
Exclusions
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips for guides & porters
- Alcoholic beverages & personal expenses
- Marathon registration fees
