Uganda; Mountain Gorilla And Chimpanzee Trekking
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Country: Uganda
Description
Uganda is home to half of the worlds Remaining population of Mountain Gorillas and provides a beautiful habitant for a number of other primates such as Chimpanzees and a wide range of Birds & wildlife
Day 1: Arrive Entebbe Airport (before 10am). Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP.
Your safari will begin at Entebbe International Airport, where you will be met by an assigned Professional Tour guide/ Driver.
You will then set off to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda most popular tourist destinations. The park has a diverse eco systems that is home to a variety of wildlife species, including ten primate species (including chimps), over
600 bird species, and classic big game such as Lions, Buffaloes and others.
Accommodation(Mid-range Level): Elephant Hab Lodge Meals: Full Board Drive Time: Approx. 7 hours.
Day 2: Chimp tracking Kalinzu Forest Reserve. Afternoon boat trip - Kazinga Channel.
Be up early, have breakfast and drive out to the nearby Kalinzu Forest Reserve. The Forest is home to habituated
chimps as well as other primates such as baboons, monkeys, and bird species. You will spend the first part of the
day tracking chimps here. After that, return to your lodging for some rest and lunch before embarking
on a 2-hour boat ride along the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lakes George and Edward and is a great sight for wildlife
such as giant hippos, elephants, and crocodiles. it also provides a great sight for a variety of birds. After the boat ride, you can go on a late afternoon game drive before returning to the lodge.
Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge Meals: Full Board Drive time: Approx. 2-3 hours.\
Day 3: Morning game drive. Head to Ishasha sector and connect to Bwindi.
Be up early and proceed for an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains. Look out for Cape buffalos, elephant
herds, lions, and (though difficult to spot) leopards, among other animals. Thereafter head to the Ishasha sector in search of tree-climbing lions. Continue through Ishasha to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Upon arrival at
your accommodation relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the following day.
Accommodation(Midrange Level): Bakiga Lodge Meals: Full Board
Day 4: Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
After breakfast, proceed to the ranger where you will be briefed on the dos and don'ts of Gorilla trekking. Bwindi Forest area has a dramatic steeply forested landscape and is extremely dense, making trekking a more rewarding activity. You will be allowed an hour in the presence of a gorilla group once you have located one. Spending time observing these gentle
but endangered giants is an unforgettable experience. Embark on a transfer to Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale for Relaxation. What better way to wind down a trip.
Accommodation (Midrange): Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort Meals: Full Board
Day 5: Depart Bunyonyi and return to Entebbe Airport to catch flight back home.
Hit the road for the return to Entebbe (arriving in the late afternoon/evening) for your flight
out.
Meals: Half Board
Highlights
- Visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park for Wildlife viewing.
- Chimpanzee Trekking with view of other Primates
- Gorilla trekking in one of the thickest jungles in Africa
- Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.