1 Day Rhino Tracking Uganda at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
The idea of Rhino tracking in Uganda always creates imagination of something extraordinary and our 1 Day Rhino Tracking Uganda tour is guaranteed to leave you breathless.
Set in the Nakasongola district along the Kampala-Gulu highway, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is the only place to track rhinos in Uganda. Here visitors are provided with the golden chance of getting personal and up-close with the endangered gentle giants- Rhinoceros (one of the big five animals) in their natural habitats.
The Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is collaboratively managed by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch, with about 33 individual rhinos calling the Sanctuary home.
It would interest you to know that Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary isn’t about Rhinos only but also a Bird sanctuary with over 300 bird species including the elusive shoebill stork making it one of the ideal spots for birding in Uganda. It is also a wildlife haven with over 40 mammal species occupying its savannah, woodlands, and wetland ecosystems.
1 Day Rhino Tracking Uganda Tour Highlights
- Track wild southern white Rhinoceros through woodlands and savannah grasslands.
- Watch lots of bird species.
- Come across wild animals, especially Uganda Kobs, warthogs, and Defassa waterbucks among others.
- Scenic road trip.
Detailed Itinerary for the 1 Day Rhino Tracking Uganda
After your hearty breakfast, you will leave your Kampala Hotel for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. While it’s only a three hours drive from the Capital, the route which you will be using is spectacular to get bored or disappointed. Start the journey at about 7:00 am and arrive at Nakasongola District by 10:00 am for the unforgettable search for Rhinos in the wild.
It is amazing to learn that Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is one of the biologically diverse areas in the country with about 40 mammal species that include southern white Rhinos (of course), Banded mongoose, Defassa waterbucks, Oribis, surprisingly the Leopards, warthogs, Ground squirrels, Grey duikers, bushbucks, vervet monkeys, Reedbucks, Uganda Kobs, Hartebeests, Hippos and others. Reptiles like Monitor lizards and different snake species are also present in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
On getting to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, you will be received by the team of Rangers who are more than willing to take you through the exciting 2-3 hours’ adventure.
They will offer you a simple briefing about what to expect and the code of conduct then lead you to the natural habitat of these incredible giant mammals.
Along the way, they will help you spot other wildlife thriving in the park making this 1 day Uganda safari an immersive and enjoyable adventure.
A Rhino tracking in Ziwa Rhino tracking takes about 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on the rhinos’ location within the sanctuary.
This 1 day Uganda tour package is designed for adventurers and nature enthusiasts who are short on time but would wish to encounter the magnificent rhinos in Uganda in their natural habitat.
After this leisurely adventure, you will have lunch at Amuka Lodge or Kabalega Diners before hopping into the vehicle and driving back to Kampala City. You arrive in the evening.
End of 1 Day Rhino Tracking Uganda Tour
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Inclusions of the Rhino Tracking Package Cost;
- The Rhino tracking permit that costs only $50 per person.
- Relevant Government taxes and levies.
- Smooth ride by a 4WD safari vehicle.
- Bottled water.
- An English-speaking driver.
- Lunch in Amuka Lodge or Kabalega Diners.
- Entry fees.
Exclusions on the 1 Day Rhino Tracking Uganda package;
- Accommodation in Kampala.
- Domestic or International flights.
- Ugandan Visa where applicable
- Other personal expenses such as laundry fees, telephone calls, souvenirs and gratuities.
What to wear or carry for 1 Day Rhino Tracking Uganda Adventure
- Long-sleeved shirt.
- Safari pants.
- Hiking boots.
- Insect repellant.
- Waterproof backpack.
- Energy giving snacks.
- Pair of binoculars.
- Good camera.
- Toiletries-lotion, deodorant, wet wipes, hand sanitizer, lip gloss, and sanitary towels for female travelers, to mention but a few.
Best time to Go Rhino Tracking Uganda
The best time for rhino tracking in Uganda’s Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is during the dry seasons that range from December to February and June to August. These months come with accessible trails and great wildlife visibility.
Early morning and late afternoons are the best times to visit the rhino natural habitats because these hours come with a comfortable temperature offering an enjoyable experience. it is also during this time that te rhinos are much active offering a clear picture of their behviours.