Best Uganda Safari Tour, 18 Days 17 Nights
Where to go: this safari takes you all around Uganda to visit Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi and Lake Mburo National Parks. Furthermore you can see the Source of the Nile and Bujagali Falls, Sipi Falls, Budongo Forest, Kasenda Crater Lakes and enjoy the scenery of Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale. The tour will end at the Ssese Islands of Lake Victoria (Bugala and Bukasa), where you can relax in the uncontaminated beaches.
What activities & attractions : during the safari expect to take the Gorilla tracking walk, the chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest, the nature walk to Sipi Falls. At the Source of the Nile you can try out the white water rafting. You will do a lot of birding and game drives in private vehicles along the parks trials. The boat cruise is organized in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, Lake Bunyonyi and Lake Mburo. Enjoy the navigation on Lake Victoria to Ssese Islands.
Who can do it: anybody can join this tour itinerary, though the gorilla tracking can be generally the most demanding activity in terms of readiness to walk many hours in the rain tropical forest. You are expected to enjoy nature walk in original forests and trials. If you are an adventurer and sport person, you can enjoy the rafting on the Nile or sport fishing in the Ssese Islands.
When to go: generally all the year long is possible to undertake gorilla tracking and game drives in Uganda. The dry seasons are most likely to guarantee a better road conditions in the parks.
Day 1:
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport , you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to Kampala , Mamba Point or similar.
Day 2: The Source of the river Nile
After breakfast drive to Jinja , which is the second largest town in Uganda . It is characterised by the Asian quarters, the brewery industries and the colourful gardens. Visit the Source of the Nile on lake Victoria, the monument of Gandhi , and then proceed to the " Bujagali Falls " , to view the spectacular rapids on the river Nile a few kilometres from the source. Try the unforgettable emotion of the white water rafting, which is one of the main attractions in Jinja. Lunch at Bujagali, where fresh fish and local food is served. Afternoon drive to Mbale for dinner and overnight at Mount Elgon Hotel.
Day 3: The Sipi Falls
After early breakfast go for nature walk to the Sipi Falls, four spectacular waterfalls on the river Sipi, which originates from Mount Elgon . The starting point is from Crow's Nest, a camping and lodging site which organizes community projects and training of local guides. You will see the caves and the plantations of coffee, matooke and sugar cane. We ensure that you have packed lunch for the day. In the evening return to Mbale, for dinner and overnight at Mount Elgon Hotel.
Day 4: Masindi
After breakfast, leave Mbale for Murchison Falls National park via Kampala . On a panoramic drive Northwest through the famous Luwero Triangle to Masindi, dinner and overnight at Masindi Hotel. The journey is long but enjoyable as you go through the typical Ugandan homestead and farms.
Day 5: The chimpanzee of Budongo and marvelous Murchison Falls
After breakfast you enter the tropical rain forest of Budongo for nature walk in search for the chimpanzee and other primates. Proceed to Murchison Falls National Park , the largest protected area in Uganda , with 3.840 Kms, which is named after the falls on the Victoria Nile , which divides the park in two sectors. Relax a bit at a situated site on the top of the spectacular falls, where you can see the Nile 's perfected beauty, and marvel as it compresses and squeezes itself from over 1 kilometer wide down through an 8 meter canyon. The 43 meter drop of the falls creates a thunderous roar and a beautiful rainbow in a plume of spray - the best thing to ever happen to the Nile . Lunch at Paraa Safari Lodge with unique view on the Nile . In the evening embark on a game drive on the Northern bank where you will be able to spot elephants, lions, cape buffalos, Rothschild's giraffes, hartebeests, waterbucks, oribi, bushbucks, spotted hyenas and, if you are lucky, leopards. Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge.
Day 6: The boat cruise on the river Nile
After a cup of tea, embark on an early morning game drive in the park. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Relax at the swimming pool side. After lunch, you will safari upstream by boat to the calm Victoria Nile and the base of the falls just ten meters from the "Devil's Cauldron." There you can marvel at toothsome hippos, crocodiles and over the 17-kilometer stretch you may also see elephants, waterbucks and Uganda kobs. This is also the habitat of many bird species including goliath herons, Egyptian geese, pelican bee-eaters, kingfishers, Hombills, cormorants and the rare shoebill stork. Return to Paraa Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 7: Fort Portal at the foothills of the Mountains of the Moon
After breakfast drive from Murchison Falls Southwest via the Albertine Escarpment of the Western Rift Valley. We ensure that you have packed lunch, drive through Hoima, the town of the Bunyoro kindgom, passing though verdant countryside, tea plantations and traditional homesteads. You arrive the colorful and pretty town of Fort Portal , the capital of the Tooro kingdom, in the shadow of the fabled "Mountains of the Moon" (Rwenzori). Dinner and overnight at Mountains of the Moon Hotel/Rujuna Hilltop Guest House with a beautiful view of the mountains.
Day 8 : The boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
After early breakfast, proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park, following the mystical Ruwenzori Mountain Range most of the journey. On the way do not miss the beauty of the Kasenda Crater Lakes , which dominates all the surrounding areas with incredible panoramic views, arriving early for lunch at Mweya Safari Lodge, with its wonderful location on top of the Mweya peninsula. Enjoy the unique two hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward . This trip goes through possibly the highest concentration of hippos and many other animals may be seen drinking at the water's edge. This launch cruise offers an excellent platform for photography, bird watching and game viewing. The prolific bird life is colorful and stupendous with well over 550 resident species. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
Day 9: Queen Elizabeth National Park
After a cup of coffee embark on an early morning game drive along Kasenyi tracks and Queens mile in the park and expect to see lions, elephants, cape buffalos, warthogs, spotted hyenas, mangoose, waterbucks, kobs and, if lucky, the leopard, plus a lot of small animals and birds. Drive back to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon drive to Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth via Maramagambo Forest for dinner and overnight at Savannah Hotel.
Day 10: The tree climbing lions of Ishasha sector After breakfast have a game drive on a search for the rare tree climbing lions which you can see only in this area of Uganda . Here lives a population of lions who enjoy resting on the fig trees when the day is warm. The landscape is open savannah with a variety of acacia trees. Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead.
Day 11: The encounter with mountains gorillas
After break fast , there is an early morning entry into the gorilla sanctuary of Bwindi Forest . The rainforest is spectacular as it offers a dramatic, heavily forested and dense landscape crisscrossed by numerous animal trails, allowing access for tourists. This park is best known for the fascinating mountain gorillas, where the time taken and terrain varies according to the movements of these marvelous primates. The thrill of spending time with and observing the gorillas is a rare, moving, awesome and exciting adventure. The gorillas are shy and peaceful animals and it is an unforgettable experience to watch and photograph them as they interact with each other. Dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead
Day 12: The wonderful Lake Bunyonyi
Take breakfast before making a scenic journey to Kabale through the beautiful terrain of the rolling hills with terraced landscape. An area referred as the "Switzerland of Africa". Stopover at the Bakiga Museum in Kabale to discover the culture of the people living in the area. Lunch at Arcadia Cottages, with unique and amazing panoramic view of the Lake Bunyonyi , the deepest in Uganda . Afternoon boat ride inside the lake to various islands for bird viewing and sight seeing. Return to Arcadia Cottages for dinner and overnight.
Day 13: Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Mburo National Park , the smallest in Uganda in size. Lunch in Mbarara at Lake View Regency Hotel. Afternoon game drive in search of the beautiful impalas, zebras, cape buffalos, elands, oribi and topi. Along with the game drive, many visitors also enjoy a boat trip on Lake Mburo . The park is a very good opportunity for bird watchers, who will enjoy more than 250 species of birds found here, including Papyrus gonoleks, Brown-faced lapwings, Carruther's cisticolas, the extraordinary White winged Warbler and Bare-faced Go-away bird. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Brovad in Masaka.
Day 14: The Ssese Islands of Lake Victoria
After breakfast, drive to Entebbe to board the ferry boat which will take you to Ssese Islands , an archipelago of 84 islands on Lake Victoria . Meantime you can visit the wonders of the botanical garden in Entebbe . After lunch enjoy the navigation on the lake, which looks like an immense and peaceful sea. You reach the beautiful bay of Lutoboka , in Bugala Island , for dinner and overnight at Mirembe Resort Beach , with a magic location directly on the beach.
Day 15: The wild of Bukasa Island
Early morning take a boat to Bukasa Island , the second largest. You will journey through the Ssese Islands and enjoy the beauty of the lake and forested islands. Explore Bukasa Island and have lunch at Victoria View Guest House. Return to Bugala by evening. Dinner overnight at Mirembe Resort Beach . In alternative: spend the night at Bukasa Island and return to Bugala in the morning.
Day 16: On the beach at Bugala Island
Spend the day relaxing in the uncontaminated and transparent water. You will be surprise by such pleasant atmosphere. Optional activities: sport fishing, hire a bicycle to explore the island and the forest. Full board at Mirembe Resort Beach .
Day 17: Kampala City Tour
After breakfast board the ferry boat to return to Entebbe . Spend the day at leisure and for your own shopping in Kampala . The city tour of the capital town can be arranged, to see the most relevant cultural and traditional sites of Buganda. Dinner and overnight at Africana Hotel or similar. Alternatively, reserved for afternoon and evening departure.
Day 18:
Reserved for the transfer to Entebbe International Airport .
Tariff per person (includes gorilla permit):
1. CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 3.410
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 2.690
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 2.450
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 2.330
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 2.260
Single supplement: 250 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges standard upmarket category, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation by 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips
Everything not directly mentioned in the programme itinerary.
2. BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 3.200
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 2.490
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 2.250
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 2.130
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 2.060
Single supplement: 190 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges medium category, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation by 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips
Everything not directly mentioned in the programme itinerary.
3. BASIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.500
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.850
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.640
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.530
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.460
Hotels: hotels and lodges low/budget category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation by 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips
Everything not directly mentioned in the programme itinerary.
Monday, February 19, 2007
uganda safaris:005
Uganda Safari Tour, 12 days 11 nights
Where to go: this safari gives you the opportunity to visit Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi and Lake Mburo National Parks. Furthermore you can see Bigodi Sanctuary, Kasenda Crater Lakes and enjoy the scenery of Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale.
What activities & attractions : during the safari expect to take the Gorilla tracking walk, the chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest. You will do a lot of birding like at Bigodi Sanctuary and game drives in private vehicles along the parks trials. The boat cruise is organized in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo.
Who can do it: anybody can join this tour itinerary, though the gorilla tracking can be generally the most demanding activity in terms of readiness to walk many hours in the rain tropical forest.
When to go : generally all the year long is possible to undertake gorilla tracking and game drives in Uganda. The dry seasons are most likely to guarantee a better road conditions in the parks.
Day 1:
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport , you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to Kampala , Mamba Point or similar.
Day 2: The marvelous Murchison Falls
After breakfast, leave Kampala with a panoramic drive Northwest through the famous Luwero Triangle. If you start early morning, it is possible to visit the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary to see rhinos in the wild. Lunch at Masindi Hotel in Masindi. Proceed to Murchison Falls National Park , the largest protected area in Uganda , with 3.840 Kms, whose name is derived from the falls on the Victoria Nile , which divides the park in two sectors. Relax a bit at a situated site on the top of the spectacular falls, where you can see the Nile 's perfected beauty, and marvel as it compresses and squeezes itself from over 1 kilometer wide down through a 8 meter canyon. The 43 meter drop of the falls creates a thunderous roar and a beautiful rainbow in a plume of spray - the best thing to ever happen to the Nile . Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge with unique view on the Nile .
Day 3: The boat cruise on the river Nile
After a cup of tea, embark on an early morning game drive on the Northern bank where your guide will help you spot elephants, lions, cape buffalos, Rothschild's giraffes, hartebeests, waterbucks, oribis, bushbucks, spotted hyenas and, if you are lucky, leopards. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Relax at the swimming pool side. After lunch, you will safari upstream by boat to the calm Victoria Nile and the base of the falls just tens of meters from the "Devil's Cauldron." There you can marvel at toothsome hippos, crocodiles and over the 17-kilometer stretch you may also see elephants, waterbucks and Uganda kobs. This is also the habitat for many bird species including goliath herons, Egyptian geese, pelican bee-eaters, kingfishers, Hombills, cormorants and the rare shoebill stork. After taking photographs of the Murchison Falls you will return for dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge.
Day 4: Fort Portal on the shadow of the Mountains of the Moon
After breakfast drive from Murchison Falls Southwest via the Albertine Escarpment of the Western Rift Valley. You drive through Hoima, the town of the Bunyoro kindgom, passing though verdant countryside, tea plantations and traditional homesteads. You reach the colorful and pretty town of Fort Portal , the capital of the Tooro kingdom, in the shadow of the fabled "Mountains of the Moon," the Rwenzori. Dinner and overnight at Mountains of the Moon Hotel/Rujuna Hilltop Guest House with view of the mountains range.
Day 5: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park
After Breakfast, we shall drive to Kibale Forest National Park , for primate viewing. The activity starts at 8.00 am in the morning.
A half day search for chimpanzees and other primates including phoestes, Red-colobuses, Blues, Red-tailed and grey cheeked mangabeys swinging through the dense forest and birds, butterflies and many small insects. The guide will provide detailed explanations on not only primates, but also on all the forest's fauna and flora. After lunch a visit to Bigodi swamp eco -tourism site is amazing, as we shall encounter rare and beautiful flora and fauna. On the way back do not miss the beauty of the Kasenda Crater Lakes , which dominates all the surrounding areas with the possibility of amazing panoramic views. Dinner and overnight at Mountains of the Moon Hotel/Rujuna Hilltop Guest House.
Day 6 : The boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
After early breakfast, proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park , following the mystical Ruwenzori Mountain Range most of the journey. A game drive enroute may be rewarded with view of waterbucks, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, spotted hyenas and a variety of antelope species. Arrive early for lunch at Mweya Safari Lodge, with its wonderful location on top of the Mweya peninsula. Enjoy the unique two hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward . This trip passes through possibly the highest concentration of hippos and many animals may be seen drinking at the water's edge. This launch cruise offers an excellent platform for photography, bird watching and game viewing. The prolific bird life is colorful and stupendous with well over 550 resident species. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park
After a cup of coffee embark on an early morning game drive along Kasenyi tracks and Queens mile in the park and expect to see lions, elephants, cape buffalos, warthogs, spotted hyenas, mangoose, waterbucks, kobs and, if lucky, the leopard, plus a lot of small animals and birds. You will reach the Lake George . Drive back to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon drive to the splendid Crater Lakes region for sightseeing's. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
Day 8 The tree climbing lions of Ishasha sector
After breakfast proceed to the Ishasha sector of the Park via Maramagambo Forest . Have a midday game drive on a search for the rare tree climbing lions which you can see only in this area of Uganda . Here lives a population of lions which enjoy resting on the fig trees when the day is warm. The landscape is an open savannah with a variety of acacia trees. Lunch at Savannah Hotel. Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead, Lake Kitandara Tented Camp or Kisoro Tourist Hotel.
Day 9 The encounter with mountains gorillas
Early morning entry into the gorilla sanctuary of Bwindi Forest. The rainforest is spectacular as it offers a dramatic, heavily forested and dense landscape crisscrossed by numerous animal trails, allowing access for tourists. This park is best known for the fascinating mountains gorillas, where the time taken and terrain varies according to the movements of these marvelous primates. The thrill of spending time with and observing the gorillas is a rare, moving, awesome and exciting adventure. The gorillas are shy and peaceful animals and it is an unforgettable experience to watch and photograph them as they interact with each other. Dinner and overnight at Lake Kitandara Tented Camp or Kisoro Tourist Hotel.
Day 10 The wonderful Lake Bunyonyi
Take breakfast before making a scenic journey to Kabale through the beautiful terrain of the rolling hills with terraced landscape. An area referred as the "Switzerland of Africa". Stopover at the Bakiga Museum in Kabale to discover the culture of the people living in the area. Lunch at Arcadia Cottages, with unique and amazing panoramic view of the Lake Bunyonyi , the deepest in Uganda . Afternoon boat ride inside the lake to various islands for bird viewing and sight seeing. Return to Arcadia Cottages for dinner and overnight.
Day 11: Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Mburo National Park , the smallest in Uganda in size. Take a game drive in search for the beautiful impalas, zebras, cape buffalos, elands, oribi and topi. Along with the game drive, many visitors also enjoy a boat trip on Lake Mburo . The park is a very good opportunity for bird watchers, who will enjoy more than 250 species of birds found here, including Papyrus gonoleks, Brown-faced lapwings, Carruther's cisticolas, the extraordinary White winged Warbler and Bare-faced Go-away bird. Stop over at the Equator on the way back to Kampala for dinner and overnight at Hotel Africana or similar.
Day 12:
Reserved for departure.
Tariff per person (including Gorilla Permit):
1. CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.910
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 2.360
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 2.180
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 2.090
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 2.040
Single supplement: 230 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges standard category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: Euro 30,00 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
2. BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.530
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.990
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.810
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.730
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.660
Single supplement: 140 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges medium category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: Euro 30,00 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
3. BASIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.030
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.530
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.360
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.280
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.220
Hotels: hotels and lodges low category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: Euro 30,00 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
Where to go: this safari gives you the opportunity to visit Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi and Lake Mburo National Parks. Furthermore you can see Bigodi Sanctuary, Kasenda Crater Lakes and enjoy the scenery of Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale.
What activities & attractions : during the safari expect to take the Gorilla tracking walk, the chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest. You will do a lot of birding like at Bigodi Sanctuary and game drives in private vehicles along the parks trials. The boat cruise is organized in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo.
Who can do it: anybody can join this tour itinerary, though the gorilla tracking can be generally the most demanding activity in terms of readiness to walk many hours in the rain tropical forest.
When to go : generally all the year long is possible to undertake gorilla tracking and game drives in Uganda. The dry seasons are most likely to guarantee a better road conditions in the parks.
Day 1:
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport , you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to Kampala , Mamba Point or similar.
Day 2: The marvelous Murchison Falls
After breakfast, leave Kampala with a panoramic drive Northwest through the famous Luwero Triangle. If you start early morning, it is possible to visit the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary to see rhinos in the wild. Lunch at Masindi Hotel in Masindi. Proceed to Murchison Falls National Park , the largest protected area in Uganda , with 3.840 Kms, whose name is derived from the falls on the Victoria Nile , which divides the park in two sectors. Relax a bit at a situated site on the top of the spectacular falls, where you can see the Nile 's perfected beauty, and marvel as it compresses and squeezes itself from over 1 kilometer wide down through a 8 meter canyon. The 43 meter drop of the falls creates a thunderous roar and a beautiful rainbow in a plume of spray - the best thing to ever happen to the Nile . Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge with unique view on the Nile .
Day 3: The boat cruise on the river Nile
After a cup of tea, embark on an early morning game drive on the Northern bank where your guide will help you spot elephants, lions, cape buffalos, Rothschild's giraffes, hartebeests, waterbucks, oribis, bushbucks, spotted hyenas and, if you are lucky, leopards. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Relax at the swimming pool side. After lunch, you will safari upstream by boat to the calm Victoria Nile and the base of the falls just tens of meters from the "Devil's Cauldron." There you can marvel at toothsome hippos, crocodiles and over the 17-kilometer stretch you may also see elephants, waterbucks and Uganda kobs. This is also the habitat for many bird species including goliath herons, Egyptian geese, pelican bee-eaters, kingfishers, Hombills, cormorants and the rare shoebill stork. After taking photographs of the Murchison Falls you will return for dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge.
Day 4: Fort Portal on the shadow of the Mountains of the Moon
After breakfast drive from Murchison Falls Southwest via the Albertine Escarpment of the Western Rift Valley. You drive through Hoima, the town of the Bunyoro kindgom, passing though verdant countryside, tea plantations and traditional homesteads. You reach the colorful and pretty town of Fort Portal , the capital of the Tooro kingdom, in the shadow of the fabled "Mountains of the Moon," the Rwenzori. Dinner and overnight at Mountains of the Moon Hotel/Rujuna Hilltop Guest House with view of the mountains range.
Day 5: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park
After Breakfast, we shall drive to Kibale Forest National Park , for primate viewing. The activity starts at 8.00 am in the morning.
A half day search for chimpanzees and other primates including phoestes, Red-colobuses, Blues, Red-tailed and grey cheeked mangabeys swinging through the dense forest and birds, butterflies and many small insects. The guide will provide detailed explanations on not only primates, but also on all the forest's fauna and flora. After lunch a visit to Bigodi swamp eco -tourism site is amazing, as we shall encounter rare and beautiful flora and fauna. On the way back do not miss the beauty of the Kasenda Crater Lakes , which dominates all the surrounding areas with the possibility of amazing panoramic views. Dinner and overnight at Mountains of the Moon Hotel/Rujuna Hilltop Guest House.
Day 6 : The boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
After early breakfast, proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park , following the mystical Ruwenzori Mountain Range most of the journey. A game drive enroute may be rewarded with view of waterbucks, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, spotted hyenas and a variety of antelope species. Arrive early for lunch at Mweya Safari Lodge, with its wonderful location on top of the Mweya peninsula. Enjoy the unique two hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward . This trip passes through possibly the highest concentration of hippos and many animals may be seen drinking at the water's edge. This launch cruise offers an excellent platform for photography, bird watching and game viewing. The prolific bird life is colorful and stupendous with well over 550 resident species. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park
After a cup of coffee embark on an early morning game drive along Kasenyi tracks and Queens mile in the park and expect to see lions, elephants, cape buffalos, warthogs, spotted hyenas, mangoose, waterbucks, kobs and, if lucky, the leopard, plus a lot of small animals and birds. You will reach the Lake George . Drive back to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon drive to the splendid Crater Lakes region for sightseeing's. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
Day 8 The tree climbing lions of Ishasha sector
After breakfast proceed to the Ishasha sector of the Park via Maramagambo Forest . Have a midday game drive on a search for the rare tree climbing lions which you can see only in this area of Uganda . Here lives a population of lions which enjoy resting on the fig trees when the day is warm. The landscape is an open savannah with a variety of acacia trees. Lunch at Savannah Hotel. Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead, Lake Kitandara Tented Camp or Kisoro Tourist Hotel.
Day 9 The encounter with mountains gorillas
Early morning entry into the gorilla sanctuary of Bwindi Forest. The rainforest is spectacular as it offers a dramatic, heavily forested and dense landscape crisscrossed by numerous animal trails, allowing access for tourists. This park is best known for the fascinating mountains gorillas, where the time taken and terrain varies according to the movements of these marvelous primates. The thrill of spending time with and observing the gorillas is a rare, moving, awesome and exciting adventure. The gorillas are shy and peaceful animals and it is an unforgettable experience to watch and photograph them as they interact with each other. Dinner and overnight at Lake Kitandara Tented Camp or Kisoro Tourist Hotel.
Day 10 The wonderful Lake Bunyonyi
Take breakfast before making a scenic journey to Kabale through the beautiful terrain of the rolling hills with terraced landscape. An area referred as the "Switzerland of Africa". Stopover at the Bakiga Museum in Kabale to discover the culture of the people living in the area. Lunch at Arcadia Cottages, with unique and amazing panoramic view of the Lake Bunyonyi , the deepest in Uganda . Afternoon boat ride inside the lake to various islands for bird viewing and sight seeing. Return to Arcadia Cottages for dinner and overnight.
Day 11: Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Mburo National Park , the smallest in Uganda in size. Take a game drive in search for the beautiful impalas, zebras, cape buffalos, elands, oribi and topi. Along with the game drive, many visitors also enjoy a boat trip on Lake Mburo . The park is a very good opportunity for bird watchers, who will enjoy more than 250 species of birds found here, including Papyrus gonoleks, Brown-faced lapwings, Carruther's cisticolas, the extraordinary White winged Warbler and Bare-faced Go-away bird. Stop over at the Equator on the way back to Kampala for dinner and overnight at Hotel Africana or similar.
Day 12:
Reserved for departure.
Tariff per person (including Gorilla Permit):
1. CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.910
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 2.360
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 2.180
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 2.090
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 2.040
Single supplement: 230 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges standard category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: Euro 30,00 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
2. BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.530
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.990
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.810
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.730
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.660
Single supplement: 140 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges medium category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: Euro 30,00 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
3. BASIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.030
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.530
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.360
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.280
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.220
Hotels: hotels and lodges low category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation
Ground transportation 4x4 Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: Euro 30,00 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
uganda safaris:005
Pearl Uganda Safari Tour 9 days 8 nights
Where to go: this safari gives you the opportunity to visit the three most important national park in Uganda, Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi National Parks. Furthermore you can relax and enjoy the scenery of Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale.
What activities & attractions : during the safari expect to take the Gorilla tracking walk, the chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge. You will do a lot of birding and game drives in private vehicles along the parks trials.
Who can do it: anybody can join this tour itinerary, though the gorilla tracking can be generally the most demanding activity in terms of readiness to walk many hours in the rain tropical forest.
When to go : generally all the year long is possible to undertake gorilla tracking and game drives in Uganda. The dry seasons are most likely to guarantee a better road conditions in the parks.
Day One:
On the arrival at Entebbe International Airport you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to Kampala , Mamba Point or similar hotel.
Day Two: The marvelous Murchison Falls on the Nile
After breakfast, leave Kampala driving Northwest through the famous Luwero Triangle. If you start early morning, it is possible to visit the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary to see rhinos in the wild. Lunch at Masindi Hotel in Masindi. Proceed to Murchison Falls National Park , the largest protected area in Uganda , with 3.840 Kms, named after the falls on the Victoria Nile , which divides the park into two sectors. Relax a bit at a situated site on the top of the spectacular falls, where you can see the Nile's perfected beauty and marvel as it compresses and squeezes itself from over 1 kilometer wide down through a seven meter canyon. The 43 meter drop of the falls creates a thunderous roar and a beautiful rainbow in a plume of spray - the best of the Nile River . Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge with a unique view of the River.
Day Three: The boat cruise on the river Nile
After an early breakfast, transverse the Northern part of the park for a game drive to view and take photographs of elephants, buffalos, waterbucks, hippos, giraffes, Uganda kobs, lions, if you are lucky the leopards, plus a variety of bird species. After lunch, proceed for a two-hour cruise to the bottom of the mighty Murchison falls from where appalling water escapes through the narrow gorge forming a great thunder. This is an opportunity to see the amazing hippos, crocodiles along the riverbanks. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day Four: Fort Portal on the shadow of the Mountains of the Moon
After breakfast drive from Murchison Falls NP heading Southwest via the Albertine Escarpment of the great Western Rift Valley. Drive through Hoima and reach the colorful and beautiful town of Fort Portal , the capital of the Tooro kingdom, situated in the shadow of the fabled "Mountains of the Moon," the Rwenzori. Have lunch at Mountains of the Moon Hotel in Fort Portal or similar. In the afternoon you proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park . Enjoy the beautiful scenery and sightseeing on the way to Mweya Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight. This day's journey is long, as it takes an average of 8 hours.
Day Five: Queen Elizabeth National Park , the Pearl of Uganda
Take an early morning cup of coffee before setting off for a game drive along Kasenyi track and Queen's mile in the park and expect to see lions, elephants, buffalos, warthogs and lots of animals and birds. Get back to the lodge for breakfast. After lunch, enjoy the two hours launch trip on Kazinga Channel for amazing bird life and a variety of wild life. Evening drive to the crater lakes region is lovely and splendid. Dinner & overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
Day Six: The habituated chimpanzees of Kyambura Gorge
After a cup of coffee, with a packed breakfast and lunch, drive to Kyambura gorge for a forest walk to look for the habituated chimpanzees and other primates. This gorge is 16 km long on the Rift Valley and 100 meter deep. The rangers will provide you with a walking stick for this spectacular trekking. After primate walk, drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through Maramagambo and Ishasha sector of the Park. Dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead or Lake Kitandara Tented Camp.
Day Seven: The magic encounter with the mountains gorillas
After an early breakfast and briefing from the guides, set off for the mountains gorilla tracking inside the Bwindi forest. You need to carry drinking water, rain jacket and jungle boots while the rangers will provide you with a walking stick. Gorilla tracking is one of the unique activities you will enjoy while photographing and observing the gorillas. After tracking, come back to the Homestead for lunch before making a scenic journey to Kabale through the beautiful terrain of the rolling hills with terraced landscape. An area referred as the "Switzerland of Africa". Dinner and overnight at Arcadia Cottages, with the best, incredible view on the Lake Bunyonyi .
Day Eight: The fabulous scenery of Lake Bunyonyi
After an early breakfast, have a two hour boat ride inside Lake Bunyonyi to various islands inside the lake for bird viewing, sight seeing and discovering the sites of the Bakiga culture. Drive to Kampala . Lunch en route in Mbarara at Lake View Regency Hotel. A stopover is made at the Equator for photography. Dinner and overnight at Mamba Point or similar hotel in Kampala .
Day Nine:
Reserved for departure.
Tariff per person (including Gorilla Permit):
1. CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.350
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.920
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.780
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.720
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.660
Single supplement: 150 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges standard category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation included soft drinks for the meals
Ground transportation by 4x4 ordinary Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Gorilla and Chimpanzee permits
Entrance fees, taxes
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
2. BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.120
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.690
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.560
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.480
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.440
Single supplement: 100 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges medium category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation, included soft drinks for the meals
Ground transportation by 4x4 tourist Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
3. BASIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 1.750
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.350
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.230
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.160
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.110
Hotels: hotels and lodges low category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation, included soft drinks for the meals
Ground transportation by 4x4 tourist Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
Where to go: this safari gives you the opportunity to visit the three most important national park in Uganda, Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi National Parks. Furthermore you can relax and enjoy the scenery of Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale.
What activities & attractions : during the safari expect to take the Gorilla tracking walk, the chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge. You will do a lot of birding and game drives in private vehicles along the parks trials.
Who can do it: anybody can join this tour itinerary, though the gorilla tracking can be generally the most demanding activity in terms of readiness to walk many hours in the rain tropical forest.
When to go : generally all the year long is possible to undertake gorilla tracking and game drives in Uganda. The dry seasons are most likely to guarantee a better road conditions in the parks.
Day One:
On the arrival at Entebbe International Airport you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to Kampala , Mamba Point or similar hotel.
Day Two: The marvelous Murchison Falls on the Nile
After breakfast, leave Kampala driving Northwest through the famous Luwero Triangle. If you start early morning, it is possible to visit the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary to see rhinos in the wild. Lunch at Masindi Hotel in Masindi. Proceed to Murchison Falls National Park , the largest protected area in Uganda , with 3.840 Kms, named after the falls on the Victoria Nile , which divides the park into two sectors. Relax a bit at a situated site on the top of the spectacular falls, where you can see the Nile's perfected beauty and marvel as it compresses and squeezes itself from over 1 kilometer wide down through a seven meter canyon. The 43 meter drop of the falls creates a thunderous roar and a beautiful rainbow in a plume of spray - the best of the Nile River . Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge with a unique view of the River.
Day Three: The boat cruise on the river Nile
After an early breakfast, transverse the Northern part of the park for a game drive to view and take photographs of elephants, buffalos, waterbucks, hippos, giraffes, Uganda kobs, lions, if you are lucky the leopards, plus a variety of bird species. After lunch, proceed for a two-hour cruise to the bottom of the mighty Murchison falls from where appalling water escapes through the narrow gorge forming a great thunder. This is an opportunity to see the amazing hippos, crocodiles along the riverbanks. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day Four: Fort Portal on the shadow of the Mountains of the Moon
After breakfast drive from Murchison Falls NP heading Southwest via the Albertine Escarpment of the great Western Rift Valley. Drive through Hoima and reach the colorful and beautiful town of Fort Portal , the capital of the Tooro kingdom, situated in the shadow of the fabled "Mountains of the Moon," the Rwenzori. Have lunch at Mountains of the Moon Hotel in Fort Portal or similar. In the afternoon you proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park . Enjoy the beautiful scenery and sightseeing on the way to Mweya Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight. This day's journey is long, as it takes an average of 8 hours.
Day Five: Queen Elizabeth National Park , the Pearl of Uganda
Take an early morning cup of coffee before setting off for a game drive along Kasenyi track and Queen's mile in the park and expect to see lions, elephants, buffalos, warthogs and lots of animals and birds. Get back to the lodge for breakfast. After lunch, enjoy the two hours launch trip on Kazinga Channel for amazing bird life and a variety of wild life. Evening drive to the crater lakes region is lovely and splendid. Dinner & overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
Day Six: The habituated chimpanzees of Kyambura Gorge
After a cup of coffee, with a packed breakfast and lunch, drive to Kyambura gorge for a forest walk to look for the habituated chimpanzees and other primates. This gorge is 16 km long on the Rift Valley and 100 meter deep. The rangers will provide you with a walking stick for this spectacular trekking. After primate walk, drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through Maramagambo and Ishasha sector of the Park. Dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead or Lake Kitandara Tented Camp.
Day Seven: The magic encounter with the mountains gorillas
After an early breakfast and briefing from the guides, set off for the mountains gorilla tracking inside the Bwindi forest. You need to carry drinking water, rain jacket and jungle boots while the rangers will provide you with a walking stick. Gorilla tracking is one of the unique activities you will enjoy while photographing and observing the gorillas. After tracking, come back to the Homestead for lunch before making a scenic journey to Kabale through the beautiful terrain of the rolling hills with terraced landscape. An area referred as the "Switzerland of Africa". Dinner and overnight at Arcadia Cottages, with the best, incredible view on the Lake Bunyonyi .
Day Eight: The fabulous scenery of Lake Bunyonyi
After an early breakfast, have a two hour boat ride inside Lake Bunyonyi to various islands inside the lake for bird viewing, sight seeing and discovering the sites of the Bakiga culture. Drive to Kampala . Lunch en route in Mbarara at Lake View Regency Hotel. A stopover is made at the Equator for photography. Dinner and overnight at Mamba Point or similar hotel in Kampala .
Day Nine:
Reserved for departure.
Tariff per person (including Gorilla Permit):
1. CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.350
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.920
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.780
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.720
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.660
Single supplement: 150 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges standard category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation included soft drinks for the meals
Ground transportation by 4x4 ordinary Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Gorilla and Chimpanzee permits
Entrance fees, taxes
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
2. BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 2.120
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.690
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.560
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.480
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.440
Single supplement: 100 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges medium category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation, included soft drinks for the meals
Ground transportation by 4x4 tourist Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
3. BASIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 1.750
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.350
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.230
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1.160
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1.110
Hotels: hotels and lodges low category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Airport transfer
Full board accommodation, included soft drinks for the meals
Ground transportation by 4x4 tourist Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: 30 USD directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips.
uganda safaris:004
Great Primates Uganda Safari Bwindi Queen Elizabeth Kibale 7 days 6 nights
Where to go: this safari gives you the opportunity to visit the most important national parks in Uganda for primates viewing, Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth and Kibale National Parks .
What activities & attractions : during the safari expect to take the Gorilla tracking walk and the chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest . You will do a lot of birding and game drives in private vehicles along the Queen Elizabeth National Park , including the boat cruise along Kazinga Channel
Who can do it: anybody can join this tour itinerary, though the gorilla tracking can be generally the most demanding activity in terms of readiness to walk many hours in the rain tropical forest.
When to go : generally all the year long is possible to undertake gorilla tracking and game drives in Uganda . The dry seasons are most likely to guarantee a better road conditions in the parks
Day 1:
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport , you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to Kampala for your dinner and overnight at Mamba Point or similar.
Day 2: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via Mbarara, where you will have lunch at Lake View Regency Hotel. In the way you can admire the green tea plantations, the Ankole cattle and the Ugandan farms. You reach Bwindi in the evening for dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead set close to the forest, in comfortable self contained Bandas.
Day 3: The encounter with mountains gorillas
After breakfast drive to the site for briefing before the start of the trekking at 8am . The forest is spectacular as it offers a dramatic, heavily dense landscape crisscrossed by numerous animal trails, allowing access for tourists. This park is best known for the fascinating mountains gorillas. The time taken to reach them and the terrain varies according to the movements of these marvelous primates. The thrill of spending time with and observing the gorillas is a rare, moving, awesome and exciting adventure. The gorillas are shy and peaceful animals and it is an unforgettable experience to watch and photograph them as they interact with each other. Dinner and overnight at Savannah Hotel.
Day 4: Tree climbing lions of Ishasha
After breakfast you drive via the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park . Go for the game drive in the open savannah covered by acacias trees on the edge of the Albertine Rift Valley. You will search for the typical tree climbing lions, a population which is only found in this part of the country. It is impressive to see the animals while they are resting lying on top of the fig's trees. Have lunch en route. In the afternoon proceed to Mweya Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Boat cruise along Kazinga Channel and Lake Edward
After a cup of coffee, embark on an early morning game drive along Kasenyi and Queens mile tracks in the park and expect to see lions, elephants, cape buffalo, warthogs, leopard, spotted hyena, mangoose, waterbucks, Uganda kobs, topi and a lot of small animals and birds. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relax on the swimming pool. After lunch board the boat cruise for the best navigation of the Kazinga Channel, a good experience for birding, as you will see many water birds, cormorants, pelicans, eagles, as well as crocodiles, hippos, elephants. In the evening you proceed to Fort Portal for dinner and overnight at Rujuna Hilltop Guest House or Mountains of the Moon Hotel.
Day 6: Chimpanzees trekking in Kibale National Park
After Breakfast, you drive to Kibale National Park for the chimpanzee and primate trekking in the forest. Here is found one of the largest populations of chimpanzees in Uganda . After lunch in Fort Portal return to Kampala for dinner and overnight at Hotel Africana or similar.
Day 7:
Reserved to departure.
Tariff per person (including gorilla permit):
1.CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 1720
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1420
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1320
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1260
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1250
Single supplement: 150 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges standard category, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Accommodation in hotels or lodge/bandas, in double room, full board treatment, included soft drinks for the meals
All the transfer in private means 4x4 Land Cruiser
English speaking Driver/Guide
"gorilla permit" and chimpanzee permit
Entrance fees, taxes
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: USD 30 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips
Everything not directly mentioned in the programme itinerary.
2. BASIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 1.370
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.095
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.000
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 960
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 930
Hotels: hotels and lodges low/economic category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Accommodation in hotels or lodge/bandas, in double room, full board treatment, included soft drinks for the meals
All the transfer in private means 4x4 ordinary Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: USD 30 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips
Everything not directly mentioned in the programme itinerary.
Where to go: this safari gives you the opportunity to visit the most important national parks in Uganda for primates viewing, Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth and Kibale National Parks .
What activities & attractions : during the safari expect to take the Gorilla tracking walk and the chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest . You will do a lot of birding and game drives in private vehicles along the Queen Elizabeth National Park , including the boat cruise along Kazinga Channel
Who can do it: anybody can join this tour itinerary, though the gorilla tracking can be generally the most demanding activity in terms of readiness to walk many hours in the rain tropical forest.
When to go : generally all the year long is possible to undertake gorilla tracking and game drives in Uganda . The dry seasons are most likely to guarantee a better road conditions in the parks
Day 1:
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport , you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to Kampala for your dinner and overnight at Mamba Point or similar.
Day 2: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via Mbarara, where you will have lunch at Lake View Regency Hotel. In the way you can admire the green tea plantations, the Ankole cattle and the Ugandan farms. You reach Bwindi in the evening for dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead set close to the forest, in comfortable self contained Bandas.
Day 3: The encounter with mountains gorillas
After breakfast drive to the site for briefing before the start of the trekking at 8am . The forest is spectacular as it offers a dramatic, heavily dense landscape crisscrossed by numerous animal trails, allowing access for tourists. This park is best known for the fascinating mountains gorillas. The time taken to reach them and the terrain varies according to the movements of these marvelous primates. The thrill of spending time with and observing the gorillas is a rare, moving, awesome and exciting adventure. The gorillas are shy and peaceful animals and it is an unforgettable experience to watch and photograph them as they interact with each other. Dinner and overnight at Savannah Hotel.
Day 4: Tree climbing lions of Ishasha
After breakfast you drive via the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park . Go for the game drive in the open savannah covered by acacias trees on the edge of the Albertine Rift Valley. You will search for the typical tree climbing lions, a population which is only found in this part of the country. It is impressive to see the animals while they are resting lying on top of the fig's trees. Have lunch en route. In the afternoon proceed to Mweya Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Boat cruise along Kazinga Channel and Lake Edward
After a cup of coffee, embark on an early morning game drive along Kasenyi and Queens mile tracks in the park and expect to see lions, elephants, cape buffalo, warthogs, leopard, spotted hyena, mangoose, waterbucks, Uganda kobs, topi and a lot of small animals and birds. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relax on the swimming pool. After lunch board the boat cruise for the best navigation of the Kazinga Channel, a good experience for birding, as you will see many water birds, cormorants, pelicans, eagles, as well as crocodiles, hippos, elephants. In the evening you proceed to Fort Portal for dinner and overnight at Rujuna Hilltop Guest House or Mountains of the Moon Hotel.
Day 6: Chimpanzees trekking in Kibale National Park
After Breakfast, you drive to Kibale National Park for the chimpanzee and primate trekking in the forest. Here is found one of the largest populations of chimpanzees in Uganda . After lunch in Fort Portal return to Kampala for dinner and overnight at Hotel Africana or similar.
Day 7:
Reserved to departure.
Tariff per person (including gorilla permit):
1.CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 1720
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1420
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1320
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 1260
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 1250
Single supplement: 150 USD
Hotels: hotels and lodges standard category, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Accommodation in hotels or lodge/bandas, in double room, full board treatment, included soft drinks for the meals
All the transfer in private means 4x4 Land Cruiser
English speaking Driver/Guide
"gorilla permit" and chimpanzee permit
Entrance fees, taxes
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: USD 30 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips
Everything not directly mentioned in the programme itinerary.
2. BASIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 1.370
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 1.095
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 1.000
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 960
Each of 10 people sharing: USD 930
Hotels: hotels and lodges low/economic category and bandas, double room accommodation.
The tariff includes:
Accommodation in hotels or lodge/bandas, in double room, full board treatment, included soft drinks for the meals
All the transfer in private means 4x4 ordinary Land Cruiser or minibus
English speaking Driver/Guide
Entrance fees, taxes and "gorilla permit"
The tariff does not include:
Air ticket
Tourist insurance
Entrance visas: USD 30 directly from Entebbe Int. Airport
Extra drinks and tips
Everything not directly mentioned in the programme itinerary.
uganda safaris:003
Murchison Falls National Park Uganda Safari 3 days 2 nights
Where to go: Murchison Falls National Park
Activities & attractions: game drives, boat cruise on the river Nile, Top of the Murchison Falls, chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest
Who can go: anyone can join this safari
When to go: the best period is the dry season, however safari tours are arranged at any time of the year.
With Budongo forest in the South, the Rift Valley escarpment, open savannah amidst scattered trees in the Northern part of the park, Murchison Falls National Park protects a chunk of untamed African savannah bisected by the mighty River Nile. With the mighty falls forming splendid roars as the waters gasps through the narrow gorge. Amongst the mammals you will find Elephants, Giraffes, Buffaloes, Bushbucks, Lions and a variety of bird species, hippos, crocodiles, along the river Nile banks.
DAY ONE: Top of the Murchison Falls
Leave Kampala in the morning. Drive through the famous Luwero triangle and stop over at Masindi Hotel for lunch. Drive to the park through Budongo forest on the western arm of the Great Rift Valley in time to enjoy the spectacular falls where the Nile perfects its beautiful falls creating a thunderous roar and rainbow in a plume of the spray. Evening game drive before you retire to the lodge. Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge with panoramic view on river Nile .
DAY TWO: Game drive in the park and launch trip along river Nile
After an early cup of coffee, transverse in the Northern part of the park for a game drive. View Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Bushbucks, Lions and a variety of bird species. Return to the lodge for breakfast and leisure at the swimming pool. After lunch, proceed for a two-hour exciting launch trip on the river Nile up to the bottom of the mighty Murchison falls where appalling water escapes from the narrow gorge. This is an opportunity to see the amazing hippos, crocodiles, water birds along the river banks. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
DAY THREE: Chimpanzee tracking in Budongo Forest
After breakfast, go for chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest, one of the best sites for primate viewing. Have lunch in Masindi. Return to Kampala at leisure.
Optional activities: stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to see Ugandan Rhinos in the wild.
Tariff per person:
CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 640
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 500
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 450
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 420
BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 510
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 360
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 310
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 290
The safari includes:
Full board accommodation at Paraa Safari Lodge (Classic) or Red Chilli Rest Camp (Budget)
Ground transportation by a 4x4 land cruiser
English Speaking Driver/Guide
Lunch en route
Park entrance fees
Ferry crossing
Boat trip along the Nile
Park ranger fees
Relevant government taxes.
The safari excludes any cost of personal nature e.g. drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, cigarettes etc
Where to go: Murchison Falls National Park
Activities & attractions: game drives, boat cruise on the river Nile, Top of the Murchison Falls, chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest
Who can go: anyone can join this safari
When to go: the best period is the dry season, however safari tours are arranged at any time of the year.
With Budongo forest in the South, the Rift Valley escarpment, open savannah amidst scattered trees in the Northern part of the park, Murchison Falls National Park protects a chunk of untamed African savannah bisected by the mighty River Nile. With the mighty falls forming splendid roars as the waters gasps through the narrow gorge. Amongst the mammals you will find Elephants, Giraffes, Buffaloes, Bushbucks, Lions and a variety of bird species, hippos, crocodiles, along the river Nile banks.
DAY ONE: Top of the Murchison Falls
Leave Kampala in the morning. Drive through the famous Luwero triangle and stop over at Masindi Hotel for lunch. Drive to the park through Budongo forest on the western arm of the Great Rift Valley in time to enjoy the spectacular falls where the Nile perfects its beautiful falls creating a thunderous roar and rainbow in a plume of the spray. Evening game drive before you retire to the lodge. Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge with panoramic view on river Nile .
DAY TWO: Game drive in the park and launch trip along river Nile
After an early cup of coffee, transverse in the Northern part of the park for a game drive. View Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Bushbucks, Lions and a variety of bird species. Return to the lodge for breakfast and leisure at the swimming pool. After lunch, proceed for a two-hour exciting launch trip on the river Nile up to the bottom of the mighty Murchison falls where appalling water escapes from the narrow gorge. This is an opportunity to see the amazing hippos, crocodiles, water birds along the river banks. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
DAY THREE: Chimpanzee tracking in Budongo Forest
After breakfast, go for chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest, one of the best sites for primate viewing. Have lunch in Masindi. Return to Kampala at leisure.
Optional activities: stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to see Ugandan Rhinos in the wild.
Tariff per person:
CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 640
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 500
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 450
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 420
BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 510
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 360
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 310
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 290
The safari includes:
Full board accommodation at Paraa Safari Lodge (Classic) or Red Chilli Rest Camp (Budget)
Ground transportation by a 4x4 land cruiser
English Speaking Driver/Guide
Lunch en route
Park entrance fees
Ferry crossing
Boat trip along the Nile
Park ranger fees
Relevant government taxes.
The safari excludes any cost of personal nature e.g. drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, cigarettes etc
uganda safaris:002
Uganda Gorilla Safari Bwindi Impenetrable National Park 3 days 2 nights
Where to go: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in South Western Uganda
Activities & attractions: Famous for gorilla trekking in Uganda . Flora and fauna, 90 mammal species, including 11 primates and prominent bird species. Ideal for nature guided walks.
Who can do: whoever enjoy walking for a few hours within one of the most interesting rain tropical forest
When to do: Gorilla tracking in Bwindi is organized in all the period of the year, previous booking of the gorilla permits
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is located in southwestern Uganda a magnificent verdant swathe across the steep ridges of the Albertine Rift Valley. This ancient rainforest is one of the few in Africa to have flourished and a home to half of the world's endangered population of mountain gorillas. Looking into the expressive brown eyes of these giants is surely the most exciting and poignant wildlife encounter Uganda has to offer!
Apart from gorilla trekking, the park boosts of 90 mammal species, including 11 primates and prominent bird species. It is a treasure chest of flora and fauna with four gorilla groups currently available to be visited by only six persons per group on daily basis. However, strict rules have to be followed to prevent behavioral disturbances and transmission of diseases.
DAY ONE
Leave Kampala in the morning and drive South. A first stop over at the Equator, a famous spot for photography. For the rest of the journey, view the long horned Ankole cattle, papyrus, acacia woodland and terraced landscape of Kigezi highlands on your way to Bwindi Impenetrable forest national park. Lunch enroute in Mbarara. Dinner and overnight at Buhoma homestead in self contained Bandas or Lake Kitandara Tented Camp.
DAY TWO: Gorilla Tracking in the rain tropical forest
After an early breakfast and briefing from the guides, set off for the gorilla tracking in the forest sanctuary. The activity starts at 8.00am . You need to carry packed lunch, drinking water, rain jacket and jungle boots while the rangers will provide you with a walking stick. The time taken to find the gorillas varies according to the movements of these marvelous primates. An encounter with an earth shaking 350 pound silver back or a baby gorilla is very exciting and never forgotten experience! Dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead Lake or Kitandara Tented Camp.
DAY THREE
After breakfast, return to Kampala at leisure. Lunch enroute.
Possible one day extension: spend the night on Lake Bunyonyi is a rewarding choice; visit Lake Mburo National Park as well on the way back to Kampala .
Tariff per person:
CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 1050
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 860
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 810
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 780
BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 830
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 680
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 620
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 600
The safari includes:
Full board accommodation at Buhoma Homestead or Lake Kitandara Tented Camp (Classic) or Buhoma Community Rest Camp (Budget)
Ground transportation by a 4x4 Land Cruiser
Park entrance fees
One Gorilla permit per person to be secured and paid for in advance
English Speaking Driver/Guide
Government Taxes
The safari excludes any cost of personal nature e.g. drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, cigarettes etc.
Where to go: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in South Western Uganda
Activities & attractions: Famous for gorilla trekking in Uganda . Flora and fauna, 90 mammal species, including 11 primates and prominent bird species. Ideal for nature guided walks.
Who can do: whoever enjoy walking for a few hours within one of the most interesting rain tropical forest
When to do: Gorilla tracking in Bwindi is organized in all the period of the year, previous booking of the gorilla permits
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is located in southwestern Uganda a magnificent verdant swathe across the steep ridges of the Albertine Rift Valley. This ancient rainforest is one of the few in Africa to have flourished and a home to half of the world's endangered population of mountain gorillas. Looking into the expressive brown eyes of these giants is surely the most exciting and poignant wildlife encounter Uganda has to offer!
Apart from gorilla trekking, the park boosts of 90 mammal species, including 11 primates and prominent bird species. It is a treasure chest of flora and fauna with four gorilla groups currently available to be visited by only six persons per group on daily basis. However, strict rules have to be followed to prevent behavioral disturbances and transmission of diseases.
DAY ONE
Leave Kampala in the morning and drive South. A first stop over at the Equator, a famous spot for photography. For the rest of the journey, view the long horned Ankole cattle, papyrus, acacia woodland and terraced landscape of Kigezi highlands on your way to Bwindi Impenetrable forest national park. Lunch enroute in Mbarara. Dinner and overnight at Buhoma homestead in self contained Bandas or Lake Kitandara Tented Camp.
DAY TWO: Gorilla Tracking in the rain tropical forest
After an early breakfast and briefing from the guides, set off for the gorilla tracking in the forest sanctuary. The activity starts at 8.00am . You need to carry packed lunch, drinking water, rain jacket and jungle boots while the rangers will provide you with a walking stick. The time taken to find the gorillas varies according to the movements of these marvelous primates. An encounter with an earth shaking 350 pound silver back or a baby gorilla is very exciting and never forgotten experience! Dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead Lake or Kitandara Tented Camp.
DAY THREE
After breakfast, return to Kampala at leisure. Lunch enroute.
Possible one day extension: spend the night on Lake Bunyonyi is a rewarding choice; visit Lake Mburo National Park as well on the way back to Kampala .
Tariff per person:
CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 1050
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 860
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 810
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 780
BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 830
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 680
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 620
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 600
The safari includes:
Full board accommodation at Buhoma Homestead or Lake Kitandara Tented Camp (Classic) or Buhoma Community Rest Camp (Budget)
Ground transportation by a 4x4 Land Cruiser
Park entrance fees
One Gorilla permit per person to be secured and paid for in advance
English Speaking Driver/Guide
Government Taxes
The safari excludes any cost of personal nature e.g. drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, cigarettes etc.
uganda safari:001
Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda Safari 3 Days 2 Nights
Where: Queen Elizabeth National Park, the "Pearl" of the Ugandan parks, designated a Biosphere Reserve for humanity under UNESCO auspice is located on the Western border of Uganda.
What activities: Game drives, boat cruise along Kazinga Channel and Lake Edward, chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge.
Who: anybody can join this wonderful safari When to go: the dry season is the best period, however tours are arranged all year
Queen Elizabeth National Park has been designated a Biosphere Reserve for humanity under UNESCO auspice. The park, in the western arm of the Great Rift Valley, covers 1,978sq.km and includes a remarkable variety of ecosystems, from semi-deciduous tropical forest to green meadows savannah and swamps.
It is the home of the famous tree climbing lions as well as the Uganda kob, other antelope's species, elephant, baboons, hippos, buffalo, and chimps and
many more. Over 500 species of birds have been recorded, making the park a magnet for bird watchers. The bird species includes the black bee- eater, 11 types of king fisher, and several species of falcons, eagles and the raptors
and many more. In the crater lakes to the north, flocks of flamingoes can be found. A favorite way to view the game is by launch trip on the Kazinga Channel between Lakes George and Edward.
DAY ONE
Leave Kampala heading Southwest via Masaka and Mbarara. Stop at the Equator a famous spot for photography. For the rest of journey, enjoy the beautiful papyrus swamps, Acacia woodland and Ishaka tea plantation. Lunch at Mweya Safari Lodge and go for an evening game drive.
DAY TWO: Game drive and launch trip on Kazinga Channel
After a cup of coffee, enjoy the sunrise and take an early morning game drive along Kasenyi track, Queen's mile and expect to see Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, Kobs, Waterbuck, and if you are lucky the shy Leopard and Spotted Hyena. Return to the lodge for breakfast and lunch and relax at the swimming pool site. Afternoon, go for a spectacular boat cruise on Kazinga Channel for amazing bird life and a variety of wild animals. Evening sight seeing around the crater area set deep into the volcanic craters and Baboon cliff is amazing! Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
DAY THREE: Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge
After breakfast, drive to Kyambura Gorge for a forest walk in search for the habituated chimpanzees and other primates. This gorge is 16 km long on the Rift Valley and 100 meter deep. The rangers will provide you with a walking stick for this spectacular trekking. Lunch en route. Return back to Kampala .
Optional Extension: take a game drive to Ishasha sector in search for the tree climbing lions and spend the night at Savannah Hotel.
Tariff per person:
CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 640
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 490
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 450
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 430
BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 480
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 330
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 280
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 260
The safari package includes:
Ground transportation by a 4 x 4 Land Cruiser
English Speaking Driver Guide
Full board accommodation at Mweya Safari Lodge for a classic Safari or Mweya Hostel for Budget Safari
Park entrance fees
Chimpanzee trekking along Kyambura Gorge
Boat trip on Kazinga Channel
Government taxes
The safari excludes any cost of personal nature e.g. drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, cigarettes etc.
Where: Queen Elizabeth National Park, the "Pearl" of the Ugandan parks, designated a Biosphere Reserve for humanity under UNESCO auspice is located on the Western border of Uganda.
What activities: Game drives, boat cruise along Kazinga Channel and Lake Edward, chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge.
Who: anybody can join this wonderful safari When to go: the dry season is the best period, however tours are arranged all year
Queen Elizabeth National Park has been designated a Biosphere Reserve for humanity under UNESCO auspice. The park, in the western arm of the Great Rift Valley, covers 1,978sq.km and includes a remarkable variety of ecosystems, from semi-deciduous tropical forest to green meadows savannah and swamps.
It is the home of the famous tree climbing lions as well as the Uganda kob, other antelope's species, elephant, baboons, hippos, buffalo, and chimps and
many more. Over 500 species of birds have been recorded, making the park a magnet for bird watchers. The bird species includes the black bee- eater, 11 types of king fisher, and several species of falcons, eagles and the raptors
and many more. In the crater lakes to the north, flocks of flamingoes can be found. A favorite way to view the game is by launch trip on the Kazinga Channel between Lakes George and Edward.
DAY ONE
Leave Kampala heading Southwest via Masaka and Mbarara. Stop at the Equator a famous spot for photography. For the rest of journey, enjoy the beautiful papyrus swamps, Acacia woodland and Ishaka tea plantation. Lunch at Mweya Safari Lodge and go for an evening game drive.
DAY TWO: Game drive and launch trip on Kazinga Channel
After a cup of coffee, enjoy the sunrise and take an early morning game drive along Kasenyi track, Queen's mile and expect to see Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, Kobs, Waterbuck, and if you are lucky the shy Leopard and Spotted Hyena. Return to the lodge for breakfast and lunch and relax at the swimming pool site. Afternoon, go for a spectacular boat cruise on Kazinga Channel for amazing bird life and a variety of wild animals. Evening sight seeing around the crater area set deep into the volcanic craters and Baboon cliff is amazing! Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
DAY THREE: Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge
After breakfast, drive to Kyambura Gorge for a forest walk in search for the habituated chimpanzees and other primates. This gorge is 16 km long on the Rift Valley and 100 meter deep. The rangers will provide you with a walking stick for this spectacular trekking. Lunch en route. Return back to Kampala .
Optional Extension: take a game drive to Ishasha sector in search for the tree climbing lions and spend the night at Savannah Hotel.
Tariff per person:
CLASSIC
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 640
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 490
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 450
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 430
BUDGET
Each of 2 people sharing: USD 480
Each of 4 people sharing: USD 330
Each of 6 people sharing: USD 280
Each of 8 people sharing: USD 260
The safari package includes:
Ground transportation by a 4 x 4 Land Cruiser
English Speaking Driver Guide
Full board accommodation at Mweya Safari Lodge for a classic Safari or Mweya Hostel for Budget Safari
Park entrance fees
Chimpanzee trekking along Kyambura Gorge
Boat trip on Kazinga Channel
Government taxes
The safari excludes any cost of personal nature e.g. drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, cigarettes etc.
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