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Uganda Gorilla Safaris and Tours
From the moment you land at Entebbe’s
modern and efficient international airport, with its breathtaking
equatorial location on the forested shore of island-strewn Lake
Victoria, it is clear that Uganda is no ordinary safari destination.
Dominated by an expansive golf course leading down to the lakeshore,
and a century-old botanical garden alive with the chatter of acrobatic
monkeys and colourful tropical birds, Entebbe itself is the least
obviously urban of all comparably sized African towns. Then, just
40km distant, sprawled across seven hills, there is the capital
Kampala. The bright modern feel of this bustling, cosmopolitan city
reflects the ongoing economic growth and political stability that
has characterized Uganda since 1986, and is complemented by the
sloping spaciousness and runaway greenery of its garden setting.
Gorilla Safaris in Uganda, Primate Safaris
in Uganda, Gorilla Treks Uganda, Gorilla Trekking Uganda Safaris,
Uganda Tours
Best of Uganda Tour 7 Nights/8 Days
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Day 01
Meet and greet in Kampala, transfer to Fort Portal (5 hours) which
nestles in the shadow of the fabled" Mountains of the Moon".
Afternoon visit to Bigodi swamp, see smaller mammals and primates.
Highlights are finding the rare red colobus monkey & the sitatunga.
Dinner & overnight at Ndali Lodge.
Day 02
Full day search of chimpanzee and 10 other primate including l'
hoestes, red colobus, blues, red tailed and gray-cheeked mangabey.
The guide will provide detailed explanations, on primates, the forest
fauna and flora. The walk is both informative and enjoyable. Dinner
and overnight at Ndali Lodge.
Day 03
Proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park (3 hours) following the
mystical Ruwenzori Mountain range for much of the journey. A game
drive en route may be rewarded with views of lion, elephant, leopard,
buffalo, hyena and a variety of antelope species. After lunch, enjoy
the unique 2-hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and into Lake
Edward. This trip passes through possibly the highest concentration
of hippos. 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.
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Day 04
Two game drives today. Queen Elizabeth National Park's diverse Eco-system
of grassy plains, tropical forest, rivers, swamps, lakes and volcanic
craters is home to an incredible abundance of wildlife. Game drives
in this park, with the massive Rwenzoris as a backdrop provides
excellent opportunities to see lion, leopard, giant forest hog,
Cape buffalo, elephants, defassa waterbuck, Uganda Kob, Topi and
bushbuck. These two game drives and the boat trip (taken prior)
are memorable methods of discovering a vast array of wildlife. Dinner
and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.
Day 05
Drive through the "Switzerland of Africa" area known as
the Kigezi Highlands with its terraced hillside and winding roads
to Kisoro or Bwind (5 hours). Dinner/overnight at Volcano Bwindi
Lodge.
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Day 06
Early morning entry into Gorilla sanctuary. This rainforest is spectacular.
It offers a dramatic steeply forested landscape and is incredibly
dense, criss-crossed by numerous animal trails allowing access to
tourists. Mammals include the endangered Mt. gorillas, rare golden
monkey, buffalo, elephant, black-fronted duiker, bushbuck, leopard,
giant forest hog etc. This park is best known for the fascinating
gorillas. The time taken and the terrain vary according to the movements
of these marvelous primates. The thrill of observing the gorillas
is a rare, moving, exciting adventure. The gorilla is a shy and
peaceful animal. Dinner/overnight at Volcano Bwindi Lodge.
Day 07
Check out after breakfast and take a leisurely drive to Lake Mburo
National Park ( 4 hours) with a stopover in Mbarara for Lunch. This
is the best place in the country to see zebras. Lake Mburo has 5
lakes and is mainly savanna with scattered acacias trees. The park
features animals such as impalas, elands, roan antelopes, reedbucks,
klipspringers and topis, as well as bufalloes and hippos. Adjacent
to the park are the ranches of the Bahima tribe, who are herd the
famed long-horned Ankole cattle that are a common site here. Take
an afternoon boat ride. Accommodation at the Mantana Tented Camp.
Day 08
Breakfast followed by a game drive. Check out after lunch and depart
for Kampala ( 3 hours). Drop off at your hotel or accommodation.
Dinner open.
The above prices are based on a minimum of 2
persons.
Includes:
- Park entrance and gorilla permit fees
- Full board accommodation
- Service of an English speaking driver guide
- Driver allowances and park fees for vehicle and driver
- Game drives and gorilla tracking as per the Itinerary
- Government taxes
Excludes:
- Extras at the lodges i.e. drinks, telephone, laundry etc.
- International flight
- Departure tax
- Tips to porters and drivers
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