Still Wild Safaris
The Deep Dive
12-Day Creative Residency

The Deep Dive 12-Day Creative Residency

Come with a project. Leave with work. A field residency for filmmakers, writers, and visual artists across Uganda's wildest terrain.

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The Deep Dive 12-Day Creative Residency

Designed for filmmakers, documentary makers, serious visual artists, writers, and creative directors who refuse to make work at a surface level, The Deep Dive is Uganda's most comprehensive creative programme. It is structured as a field residency: you arrive with a project intention and leave with substantially developed work. The route moves deliberately from Kampala's contemporary art scene through Ziwa's rare rhino encounters, Murchison Falls' primal drama, Queen Elizabeth's vast lake channels, the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, Bwindi's ancient gorilla forest, and a final open residency day at Lake Bunyonyi.

The Experience

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Itinerary

Arrival in Entebbe & Transfer to Kampala
Day 1 of 12

Arrival in Entebbe & Transfer to Kampala

Land at Entebbe and transfer to Kampala as the city settles into its evening rhythms. Welcome dinner and orientation briefing with your creative guide. Tonight is for listening and observing.

Stays

LuxurySerena Kampala Hotel

Meals

Dinner

Make This Journey Your Own

Every itinerary here is a starting point. Share your dates and preferences, and our travel designers will tailor this journey to fit you exactly.

Journey Highlights

Whatmakesthisjourneyunforgettable

01

Private, expert English-speaking driver-guide from arrival to departure

02

Hand-selected luxury or mid-range lodges in the heart of each ecosystem

03

All park entrance fees, ranger fees, and wildlife authority permits included

04

All meals as listed — no unexpected costs at the table

05

Amref emergency air evacuation cover throughout the safari

06

Seamless transfers and logistics arranged from end to end

What's Included & What's Not

What's included in your package

  • Private airport pickup & return transfers throughout
  • All accommodation as listed per itinerary
  • All meals as listed (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
  • Gorilla trekking permit (Uganda Wildlife Authority)
  • UWA ranger fees & park entrance fees
  • Expert English-speaking driver-guide throughout
  • Amref emergency evacuation services
  • Bottled water throughout the safari

Handpicked Lodges

Carefully selected stays along your safari journey

Serena Kampala Hotel
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Serena Kampala Hotel

Kampala

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Before You Go

Frequentlyaskedquestions

Everything you need to know before your safari begins — answered by our team of specialists.

Uganda and Rwanda offer wildlife experiences year-round. The driest months — June to September and December to February — bring easier trekking conditions and clearer skies. The green season (March to May, October to November) offers lush landscapes, fewer crowds, and occasional reduced permit rates.

Most nationalities require a tourist visa for Uganda and/or Rwanda. Uganda visas are available online through the Uganda e-Visa portal before departure. Rwanda operates an EAC Tourist Visa. We advise on the exact requirements for your nationality at the time of booking.

Most activities on this safari are suitable for a general level of fitness. Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking involves walking on uneven forest terrain for 1–6 hours depending on where the animals are — a reasonable level of physical fitness is recommended. We provide full guidance on preparation before your trip.

We provide a detailed packing list on booking. For forest treks: long-sleeved shirt, long trousers, waterproof hiking boots, rain jacket, and gardening gloves. For general safari: neutral-coloured clothing, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a good camera. We'll send you everything you need to know.

Absolutely. Every safari we run can be tailored to your group size, pace, accommodation preferences, and special interests — whether that's adding extra trekking days, upgrading lodges, or combining with another region. Contact us and we'll build your perfect itinerary.