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.
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Best of Uganda Tour 7 Nights/8 Days
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.
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.
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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