Exploring Uganda
A 7-day Safari Experience
ITINERARY
Destinations: Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth Park, Lake Mburo & more
Activities: Chimpanzee tracking, game drives, boat ride, gorilla trekking, nature walk
Welcome to Uganda! Upon your arrival and completion of immigration formalities, you will be welcomed by our guide at the exit to the airport. After an early lunch, you’ll depart for a scenic drive to Kibale Forest National Park where you will also be spending the night.
Accommodation options:
Budget: Kibale Forest Camp
Midrange: Turaco Treetops Lodge
High end: Papaya Lake Lodge
Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner
Your day will kick-off bright and early where you will set off for an experiential predator tracking game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park , this experience offers you an opportunity to follow lions with the help of tracking devices. In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a two hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward.
Accommodation options:
Budget: Simba Safari Camp
Midrange: Kasenyi Safari Camp
High end: Elephant Plains Lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
An early breakfast will be set before your transfer to the park headquarters, where you will be briefed and grouped for the gorilla trekking exercise. You’ll be guided through the forest by your guides in search of the mountain gorillas. After your trek, you’ll be transported back to your accommodation for a time of rest.
Accommodation options:
Budget: Buhoma Rest Camp
Midrange: Haven Lodge Buhoma
High end: Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
An exciting day is ahead of you today! After breakfast you’ll embark on a search for chimpanzees in the Kibale Forest National Park with an experienced ranger taking you through your experience. After lunch, you will be transported to Queen Elizabeth National Park, following the mystical Rwenzori mountain ranges. Once at the park, you’ll have the choice of doing an evening game drive, featuring sightings of antelopes, elephants and more.
Accommodation options:
Budget: Simba Safari Camp
Midrange: Kasenyi Safari Camp
High end: Elephant Plains Lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Another great day to see nature’s wonders!
After your breakfast you will drive to the Ishasha area of Queen Elizabeth National Park for a game drive, in search of the famous tree-climbing lions with the assistance of your ranger guide. Afterwards you’ll drive through the Kigezi Highlands, also known as the “Switzerland of Africa”. You’ll be spending the night in the foreground of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to Uganda’s mountain gorillas and was declared a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site in 1994.
Accommodation options:
Budget: Buhoma Rest Camp
Midrange: Haven Lodge Buhoma
High end: Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we’re off to Lake Mburo National Park! After an early breakfast, you’ll be transported to Lake Mburo National Park with a stop in Mbarara Town for lunch and COVID-19 testing.
Accommodation options:
Budget: Eagle’s nest Lodge
Midrange: Rwakobo Rock Lodge
High end: Kigambira Safari Lodge
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Your day will begin with a morning nature walk where you’ll be escorted by an armed ranger. The walk will offer the opportunity to have a close encounter with some of the park’s wildlife. Once at your accommodations, you’ll have breakfast and prepare for departure to Entebbe International Airport for your next destination. On the trip, you’ll be able to make a stop at the equator for some pictures.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, –
PRICES
| Group size | Price per person | ||
| Budget | Midrange | High end | |
| 1 pax: | $4,535 | $5,000 | $6,545 |
| 2 pax: | $3,130 | $3,530 | $4,545 |
| 3 pax | $2,760 | $3,135 | $4,150 |
| 4 pax | $2,575 | $2,940 | $3,950 |
| 5 pax | $2,465 | $2,820 | $3,830 |
| 6 pax | $2,390 | $2,740 | $3,740 |
| Single room surcharge | $300 | $350 | $800 |
NB: The prices are based on per person sharing a twin/ double room. A single room surcharge shall apply for every client staying in a single room.
Price Includes:
- Accommodation in the mentioned lodges
- An experienced English-speaking Safari Guide
- Mentioned activities
- Transportation in 4*4 Safari vehicles accommodating a maximum of seven passengers
- 1 Gorilla trekking permit per person in Bwindi impenetrable national park and 1 chimp tracking in Kibale Forest per person.
- Fuel and meals as indicated on respective days.
- All Entrance Fees and relevant government tax.
- Mineral water throughout safari
- Amref emergency evacuation cover.
- Administration fees.
Excludes:
- Drinks, Tips, Souvenirs, any personal purchases
- All activities indicated as optional in the itinerary.
- Visa fees and International flight costs
- All kinds of travel insurance
Kindly note that to book Gorilla permits is subject to availability and payment. For cases of lack of availability in a requested Gorilla group, we shall suggest an alternative and communicate any changes in the program.
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