Beyond the FAM Trip: November 2025

Wildlife, Connection, and Change in Uganda

This FAM is unlike any other. Yes, you will experience Uganda’s wildlife, lodges, and landscapes first hand, but the true heart of this journey lies in purpose. Together we will shine a spotlight on the Batwa community in Bwindi, where life expectancy is just 28 years, largely due to lack of access to clean and safe water.

This is a collaborative mission. As travel professionals we will harness the power of our collective storytelling through social media, media friends, and our networks to raise awareness and funds that spark real change.

Along the way we will also build each other up, celebrating not only the places we see but the people we are. This journey will showcase you as more than a travel advisor. It will highlight you as an Advisor with Purpose, someone whose compassion, leadership, and integrity inspire trust and loyalty. Your audience will see that you are not only passionate about travel but also committed to making a lasting difference through your work.

black baby monkey eating grass
black baby monkey eating grass

Uganda FAM Itinerary

November 15 – 24, 2025
Now you’ve seen the beauty — come live the story. Uganda is waiting.

November 15 – Arrival in Entebbe and Journey to Murchison Falls

Welcome to Uganda — the Pearl of Africa. After a warm greeting at Entebbe Airport, we begin our adventure with a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park, where the mighty Nile carves its way through spectacular landscapes. Settle into your elegant lodge overlooking the river and enjoy a welcome dinner surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Overnight: Murchison Falls National Park (2 nights)

November 16 – Safari and the Mighty Murchison Falls

Awaken to the rhythm of the wild. Embark on a morning game drive through the park’s sweeping savannahs, home to lions, giraffes, elephants, and buffalo. After lunch, enjoy a boat safari along the Nile, gliding past hippos and crocodiles to the base of the thunderous Murchison Falls — one of Africa’s most powerful natural wonders. Dinner and stargazing at your lodge complete a perfect day.

November 17 – Scenic Drive to Kibale Forest

After breakfast, journey south toward Kibale National Park, a lush rainforest known as the primate capital of the world. Arrive at Primate Lodge, sister property to Elephant Plains, nestled within the forest canopy. Enjoy the peaceful sounds of the jungle as you unwind and share stories over dinner.

Overnight: Primate Lodge (1 night)

November 18 – Village and Coffee Experience, Optional Chimp Trek, Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Start the day with a guided village walk and coffee-tasting experience, meeting local farmers and learning about Uganda’s celebrated coffee culture. Those who wish can join an optional chimpanzee trek, a thrilling encounter with our closest relatives. Later, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving at Elephant Plains Lodge just in time for sunset drinks and dinner overlooking the plains.

Overnight: Elephant Plains Lodge (3 nights)

November 19 – Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Cruise

Rise early for a sunrise game drive, spotting elephants, antelope, and the occasional leopard across the plains. In the afternoon, cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where hippos wallow and buffalo gather along the banks. Return to the lodge for a relaxed evening with spectacular views and a chef-prepared dinner under the stars.

November 20 – Exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park

Discover the park’s diverse landscapes — crater lakes, woodlands, and savannahs alive with wildlife. Enjoy guided drives and downtime at the lodge’s infinity pool. As the sun dips low, toast the day with a glass of wine and watch the colours of the sky melt into the horizon.

November 21 – Ishasha’s Tree-Climbing Lions and Journey to Bwindi

Travel south through the Ishasha sector, famed for its unique tree-climbing lions. After a picnic lunch, continue to the mist-shrouded Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and sanctuary for the last remaining mountain gorillas. Check into your beautiful forest lodge and unwind in the tranquil setting of one of Africa’s most extraordinary regions.

Overnight: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (3 nights)

November 22 – Gorilla Trekking: A Life-Changing Encounter

This is the day you will never forget. After a safety briefing, venture deep into the forest for your gorilla trekking experience. To stand just metres away from these magnificent creatures in their natural home is a moment that moves you beyond words. Return to the lodge to relax and share stories from the day’s adventure.

November 23 – Echoes of Ubuntu Community Visit

Spend today with the Batwa community, where the Echoes of Ubuntu Foundation is creating lasting change. Meet the families whose courage inspired this project to bring clean water and brighter futures. This visit is a reminder that travel can be transformative — for both the traveller and the community.

November 24 – Farewell to Uganda

After breakfast, transfer back to Entebbe for your international flight home. You came to explore, to connect, and to give back — and you leave as part of Uganda’s story.