Leading Inbound Destination Management Company (DMC) in Uganda : Engabi Tours and Travel Ltd a leading inbound Destination Management Company in Ugandaand a reliable ground handling tour operator that provides travel support services and ground handling services to International Travel agents and Tour Operators.
We are registered in Uganda with our head offices in Kampala, licensed by Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) , members of AUTO (Association of Uganda Tour Operators) and are in the process of acquiring a public liability insurance covering up to 500,000 US$.
We help international travel agents and tour operators to purchase and book gorilla trekking permits and Chimpanzee tracking permits in Uganda . Whenever you are in need of gorilla permits in Uganda, we will help you to check availability and advise you on the way forward.
The other Ground Handling travel support services we offer to international travel agents and tour operators include transportation and transfers arrangement, accommodation booking and activities tickets booking. See what travelers say about us on Tripadvisor
If you are interested in selling Uganda destinationswith extension to Tanzania or if you have a trip program in mind and you need advice, please do not hesitate to contact us for our travel agents/tour operator’s rates, information and inspiration.
Highly Recommended Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour Package (4 Days)
This Highly recommended Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour Itinerary takes you to see the best attraction in Uganda-the Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat. The 4 days Bwindi gorilla trekking Tour is unique in a way that it is a slow paced Gorilla Trekking package to Bwindi forest National park where you will spend two nights in Bwindi with a day trekking with the infamous mountain gorillas and a day on the shores of Lake Victoria. This Bwindi Gorilla trekking Tour is a relaxed trip that will see you take your time as you appreciate nature to the fullest in addition to spending an hour with these incredible primates.
Please Note that this Tour can start and end in Kigali Rwanda to avoid long hours of travelling from Entebbe to Bwindi
Cost of the 4 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour
The cost the 4 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour Itinerary will entirely depend on the number of people you are traveling with and the type of accommodation and transport you will prefer in terms of Budget/Mid-luxury/ luxury.
This final price of this tour will include full Board accommodation, all transportation, gorilla permit, English speaking driver, Drinking water and all meals
4 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Entebbe
Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi forest national park via the equator
Day 3: Gorilla trekking Uganda experience
Day 4: Transfer to Entebbe to catch your outbound flight
Detailed 4 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda
On arrival at Entebbe international Airport, you will be met by your driver/guide who will transfer you to your hotel where you will spend a night as you prepare for the upcoming gorilla trekking experience.
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast
Day 2: Transfer toBwindi forest National Park
After an early breakfast you will be transferred in a comfortable 4*4 vehicle to the home of gorillas Bwindi via the Equator with lunch en-route. You will arrive at your lodge in the evening and check in as you prepare for your dinner and overnight relaxation. Alternatively you may decide to take a flight to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking Experience
Today you will get up very early and transfer to the park headquarters for gorilla trekking briefing. Here you will be told about the dos and don’ts of Gorilla trekking and thereafter head into the forest in search of the gorillas. On finding them you will be allowed to spend one hour with them as an experienced ranger explains to you interesting facts about flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the Gorillas. Later return to the lodge for lunch, dinner and overnight. There is also an option of going for a village walk in the nearby communities.
Baby Gorilla in Bwindi Rushaga Sector
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Transfer back to Kampala/ Entebbe
Today you will wake up at leisure and have breakfast. After breakfast you will be transferred to Kampala/Entebbe as you enjoy the beautiful views of south western Uganda that include the hills and thick vegetation as well as the terraced farms. Have a hot lunch en-route and afterwards transfer to the international airport to catch your international flight back home.
Accommodation Option: N/A
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
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Wildlife and Gorilla Uganda Safari Bookings Guidelines
Wildlife and Gorilla Uganda Safari bookings online are made easy with Engabi Tours and Travel which is a reliable local Uganda Tour Operator. Our knowledgeable travel advisors are available 24/7 to help you start planning your Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari tour. For smooth wildlife and gorilla Uganda Safari bookings, you need to know what you want to do on your safari in Uganda, when you want to go and you should have a budget estimate among other requirements.
Our website offers safe and secure online wildlife and gorilla Uganda safari bookings for Gorilla treks and wildlife safari tours. Contact Us to book your Gorilla trekking and wildlife safari tour (with your desired experience, travel dates, number of persons and your desired type of accommodation between budget, mid range and luxury) and your dedicated Tour planning expert will be in touch with you ASAP. You may also reach us through WhatsApp texting on +256 757 341 593
Ultimate Uganda Safari Bookings Guidelines
1- Know what you want to do on your safari holiday in Uganda
Always first come up with what you would like to do on your African safari holiday to Uganda. From Gorilla trekking, wildlife spotting, Mountain hiking to beach stays, Uganda has a lot to offer and it’s all about you to choose what you want to do and that question should be answered within your mind before sending your inquiry because that makes it even easier to come up with a once for all travel plan.
There are 14 things to do in Uganda that include Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable National park, Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale forest National park, wildlife spotting in Queen Elizabeth National park, Murchison falls National park, Kidepo valley national park or Lake Mburo National park, Tubing the Nile and adventure tours in Jinja and cultural tours among others.
If you have enough time at hand and a good budget, you may combine a Uganda Safari with a Rwanda touror a Tanzania safari!!
2-Know when you want to go on a safari holiday in Uganda
Although there is no bad time to schedule an Uganda safari, the best time to go on a safari holiday in Uganda is between June and October which is the dry season hence offering you the clearest views of wildlife in different parks however a Uganda safari booking can be done all year around.
3-Look for a more hands on safari holiday in Uganda
From experience it’s a fact that the more hands-on the safari tour is, the better the trip and there is no shame in this sort of pampering. Therefore we recommend that you find a safari holiday where you are eagerly debriefed about the daily activities and travel routes of your trip, ensures that you always have bottled water nearby, assigns you a personal driver/guide throughout the tour who knows your name and handles your luggage, escorts you back to your lodge or room after dark and politely offers to fetch anything you may need. Engabi Tours and Travel will ensure that you get all these services!!!
Wildlife and Gorilla Uganda Safari Bookings
4 – Decide on how much you wish to spend on your African safari to Uganda, Rwanda or Tanzania
Now that you have an idea of what you want to do or achieve on your Uganda safari holiday, its time to decide on how much you wish to spend on your African safari holiday in Uganda.
The cost of your Uganda Safari tour is determined by a number of factors that include the number of persons you are traveling with (the higher the number of people, the cheaper the safari trip), standard of accommodation (budget/mid-range or luxury), the mode of transportation (basic vans or Land cruisers), the cost of activity tickets and the season of travel (high season or low season)
5 – Send us an email or fill in our inquiry form
You now know what you want to do or see on your Uganda safari holiday and have an idea of how much you wish to spend!!! Kindly send us an email or fill in our inquiry form and our travel advisor shall get back to you as soon as possible with an itinerary or travel and a price quotation. If you are not satisfied with the itinerary or the price quoted, you are advised to request for amendments until you are satisfied and once you are satisfied, we shall send your invoice.
6 – Pay a safari confirmation deposit for your Uganda Safari holiday.
On receiving your invoice, you will be required to pay a confirmation deposit of 30% of the total invoice amount by money transfer into our bank account or by credit card using a payment link that will be provided on request. This amount is used to secure activity tickets (gorilla permits), reserve accommodation, flights and any other services to be booked by us. The remaining balance can then be paid the same way at least a Month to your arrival or by cash on arrival.
Our friendly safari travel advisors are ready to help you put together a Uganda safari tour customized in your own style of travel or to help you join a small group safari and share costs.
Best Uganda Safari Company | Reliable Tour Operator In Uganda
Engabi Tours and Travel Ltd is a licensed and recommended Uganda Safari Company/Tour Operator that is highly recommended by past clients on TripAdvisor. Engabi Tours and Travel offers tailor-made budget and affordable luxury Gorilla Trekking Tours and Wildlife viewing safari vacations in Uganda combined with Serengeti safaris, Rwanda Gorilla Tours and Zanzibar tropical retreats. We are highly recommended by our past clients on TripAdvisor
Engabi Tours and Travel-Uganda Safari Company Profile
Name of Safari Company: Engabi Tours and Travel Limited
Safari Company Registration Number: 80020001109126
Head office: Kampala, Uganda
Sales Offices: Tanzania (Arusha) and Rwanda (Kigali)
Things To Consider While Choosing a reliable Uganda Safari Company
A Uganda safari or Uganda adventure safari holiday is a genuine adventure but with so many destination attractions, accommodation options, transportation options and safari companies in Uganda to consider, planning your first safari to Uganda can be a very daunting process trying to find out best place to go, the best time of year, the best itinerary and the best Uganda Safari Company to use. We have put down a few things to consider while choosing the best Safari Company for your vacation in Uganda.
-Preferably use a Local Uganda Safari Company
Local safari companies in Uganda have better knowledge about the country and the different National parks and destinations. They have enormous information or knowledge and can guarantee a better and memorable Uganda Safari experience.
–Always find out about the resources and reputation of your preferred Uganda Safari Company
After you have selected your Uganda Safari Company, make sure you get to know about them in terms of if they are legally operating, have physical address and are knowledgeable about the destination.
Additionally get information about their resources such as the cars they have to run safaris, their drivers and how knowledgeable they are about destination Uganda and if they are able to speak the language you understand. Always ensure to avoid companies that request to be paid through Western Union or individual accounts because genuine Uganda safari Companies have company accounts in the names of the company or request to be paid through payment links such as PayPal or PasaPal.
-Always take note of the Price and Quality relationship.
Different Uganda Safari Companies will offer different price quotations for same itinerary meaning the quality also will differ greatly. From experience we have learnt that cheap quotation are in most cases not the best in terms of safari quality and the same applies to the expensive quotations.
We therefore recommend that you analyze the different activities you are interested in and the cost of accommodation you intend to stay in to be able to get a clear idea on how much your Uganda safari tour will cost.
-Request for References from Previous clients.
As you get closer to finally booking a Uganda Safari with your selected Uganda Safari Company, request to have a few references or contacts of past clients that they have dealt with. This is an important aspect though there may be a few genuine Uganda Safari Companies that are new and may not have references however much they might be good and require a chance to serve you. You can check Tripadvisorto find reviews about companies!!
We guess you are now excited and ready to book your Uganda Safari tour and it’s now time to get everything right by communicating your diet or healthy issues, get the timing right and always request for adjustments if you need any to ensure that you get a memorable Uganda Safari experience.
Our Recommendation
We highly recommend Uganda for your African safari and that you let Engabi Tours and Travel Limited show you around. We have 8 years of experience offering unique, unforgettable and customized safaris in Uganda with extension to Rwanda and Tanzania.
Engabi Tours and Travel are a specialist tour operator and safari company in Uganda that tailor-makes luxury, Mid-luxury and budget Uganda safaris and Gorilla trekking tours. We are registered in Uganda and are licensed by Uganda Tourism Board-UTB. The company is founded on many years of visiting many locations in Uganda as the mighty Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison falls national park and Kibale National park among others.
Our specialist team of local Ugandans has travelled extensively around Uganda and we think a better way to start planning your budget, Mid-Luxury or luxury Uganda safari would be to give us a call and get in touch! We can run you through the best Uganda safari options for you from which park to visit and the best possible itinerary, the time of year and type of accommodation and transportation means to use hence making your Uganda safari a memorable one.
Feel free to visit our TripAdvisor page and checkout the reviews left by some of our previous clients!!!
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How Much Is a Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit in 2025?
A Uganda Gorilla Permit costs US $800 Per Person for foreigners, US $700 for foreign residents and UGX300,000 for East Africans.
According to the current UWA gorilla trekking permit Purchasing or Booking guidelines, only local Tour Operators who are licensed by Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) can purchase Uganda gorilla permits on behalf of tourists. On the other hand, East African Citizens and Foreign residents with valid work permit, Certificate of residence or de-pendant pass are allowed to purchase not more than Five Permits.
An ordinary Uganda Gorilla Permit allows you to stay with the gorillas for a maximum of 1 hour in Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park or Mgahinga National Park. On the other hand, a gorilla habituation permit costs US $1,500 and it allows you to spend maximum 4 Hours with the gorillas.
Book your Uganda Gorilla Permit through Engabi Tours and Travel Ltd a local Gorilla trekking company/Tour Operator that is Licensed by Uganda Tourism Board ( UTB) with registration Number: UTB/RTT/TA/2020/00733 and they will help you in reserving and booking your Gorilla Trekking permit to see Gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga National Park. Send us an email at info@gorillasafaridiscovery.com or a WhatsApp Text on +256 757 341 593
Send us your preferred dates of gorilla tracking ,a scanned copy of your passport and we will have your Gorilla Trekking Permit reserved. For tourists interested in just a permit booking instead of our gorilla packages, we charge extra USD $30 in addition to the standard fee of USD $800 Per Person to book your Gorilla Permit and we accept credit cards for payment
We ensure a smooth booking of your Uganda Gorilla trekking Permits and Tour by making sure that everything is secured starting from transportation, accommodation to your Gorilla Trekking Permit. We recommend that you obtain or book your Gorilla trekking permits at least up to 2 years in advance to guarantee a memorable gorilla trekking safari in Uganda.
An ordinary Uganda gorilla permit is a document that grants tourists access to the Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi National Parkor Mgahinga National Parks. It allows tourists to do one gorilla trek and spend one hour with a habituated Gorilla Family on the other hand a habituation Gorilla permit allows tourists to take part in the habitation process which is the process of gradually making wild gorillas feel comfortable in the presence of human being and they are allowed to spend maximum four hours with the gorillas.
A Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit requirement not only helps Uganda to control the number of people visiting gorilla groups but it also helps the country to generate revenue necessary for gorillas conservation and funding the locals who safeguard gorillas. In this article, we try to provide the most important information you need to know about a Uganda gorilla permit in 2024 to 2025.
How Many Gorilla Trekking Permits are Available in Uganda?
There are more than150 Gorilla Trekking Permits available at Uganda Wildlife Authority per day for Trekking more than 20 Gorilla Groups in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park with a maximum of 8 Tourists per group Per day and these can be booked by contacting a local tour operator licensed by Uganda Tourism Board.
Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit Availability normally depends much on the season in which the Tourist wishes to go gorilla trekking in Uganda and there are two tourism seasons that is; Peak season which is in the months of January, February, June, July, August, September and December and Low season which is in the months of March, April, May, October and November.
The high season is normally during dry season where little or no rainfall is expected and during this season a lot of travelers visit the gorillas hence lots of competition for the permits. Therefore tourists are advised to book their gorilla trekking permits as early as they can advisably 3-5 Months to avoid disappointments. Low season on the other hand is normally during the rainy seasons and therefore less competition for the gorilla trekking permits.
A Uganda Gorilla Permit Card
In which region of Bwindi Impenetrable National park can I do gorilla trekking?
There are different sectors or regions in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park from where gorilla trekking can be done as per the allocation made by Uganda Wildlife Authority. These regions include:
Buhoma Sector in the north.
Ruhija Sector in the East
Rushaga and Nkuringo sectors in the South.
A Uganda Gorilla trekking permit determines the sector in which you will trek gorillas and the accommodation lodge. Unlike other mountain gorilla National Parks, Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park has several sectors and thus each sector has its own gorilla families and accommodation properties.
Gorilla trekking permit refund and cancellation policy in Uganda
Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) understands that due to unforeseen situations tourists may not be able to trek the gorillas in Uganda as planned even after paying the fee and therefore UWA is always able to refund your money back depending on the number of days you want to cancel before the trekking date as explained below.
If you cancel from 0 to 8 days to the gorilla trekking date, you will not be refunded anything.
From 4 to 45 days to the trekking date, UWA refunds only 25 % of the permit price to you
From 46 and 90 days to trekking Date, you will be refunded 50% of the permit cost
From 91 days and above to trekking date, UWA refunds 75% of the permit cost
Kindly note that the above policy only applies to tourists who have paid the entire gorilla tracking fees as deposits are not refundable.
Additionally, if you fail to track due to illnesses UWA will refund at least 50% of your money at the recommendation of the warden in Charge who has to ascertain that you are sick and this policy only applies if you are trekking gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National park.
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Below are some of our popular Uganda Gorilla Safaris and Combined Uganda Tanzania Safari Tours that you may book for your African Safari
The 3 Day Luxury Gorilla Trekking Rwanda tour to Volcanoes National Park is a short but memorable Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Tour that is best suited for travelers on a business tour or conference in Kigali that would love to meet the Mountain Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park before heading back home preferably on spared weekend. This Luxury Gorilla Trekking Rwanda tour to Volcanoes National Park starts in the Capital Kigali and ends in Kigali City.
3 Day Luxury Gorilla Trekking Rwanda Tour Highlights :
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Volcanoes National Park
On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will meet and greet with your private driver/ guide who will brief you about your Rwanda Gorilla safari and later embark on a 3 hours’ drive North of Kigali to Kinigi at the foot of Volcanoes National Park via Rwanda’s most beautiful countryside. You will arrive in time to check into the lodge and later enjoy dinner surrounded by the evergreen tropical forest.
Accommodation option: Sabyinyo Lodge
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the park headquarters for gorilla trekking briefing together with your packed lunch and thereafter you will venture into the gigantic forest in search of the gorillas. The trek takes from 2-8 hours depending on how close the gorillas are and on finding them you allowed a time of 1 hour to watch and capture this memorable experience as the gorillas go about their day to day activities. Later retire for an overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation plan: Sabyinyo Lodge.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and drinking water.
Day 3: Lazily transfer back to Kigali city
Today wake up at leisure and enjoy you breakfast before transferring to Kigali where on arrival you will embark on a Kigali City tour including a visit to Kigali Genocide memorial in Gisozi ,Rwanda National Museum and to Caplaki Market to buy souvenirs depending on the time of your departure flight. The City tour can alternatively be done on the first day and then you do a visit to the Ibywachu Cultural Village on the last day.
Accommodation Plan: N/A
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and drinking water
End of 3 Day Luxury Gorilla Trekking Rwanda tour
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3 Days All-Inclusive Luxury Gorilla Trekking Uganda | Flying Gorilla Tour
The 3 Days All-inclusive Luxury Gorilla Trekking Uganda is a private flying Gorilla tour package to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park that brings you a rewarding and memorable Primate Viewing experience with less drive hours on the road. This custom-made 3 Days All-inclusive Luxury Gorilla Trekking Uganda can be booked at a price starting from a price of USD3,200 Per Person Sharing for 2 People (3 People and above can request for a more discounted price)
On this 3 Days All-inclusive Luxury Gorilla trekking Uganda, you will get a once in a life time opportunity to come face to face with the last few remaining Mountain gorillas in the world right in the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle and endangered giants is an exciting and awesome experience to be long savored. Those who have done it before find it to be a rare and moving opportunity!
Beautiful Gorilla Family
You will embark on an approximately 1:30 Hours flight from Entebbe International Airport or Kajjansi Airfield to Kihihi Airstrip from where you will be transferred by road to your lodge in either Ruhija or Buhoma Sector. The road drive takes approximately 1 Hour.
3 Days All-inclusive Luxury Gorilla Trekking Uganda Highlights
Enjoy the stunning views of the southern region of the Uganda
Meet with the Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Visit the local native communities
3 Days All-inclusive Luxury Gorilla Trekking Uganda Itinerary
Day 1 : Flight to Bwindi National Park home of Mountain Gorillas in Uganda.
Having arrived in Uganda the previous day, today you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Entebbe International Airport to catch your domestic flight to Kihihi Airstrip from where you will be transferred by road in a 4×4 Land Cruiser to your Lodge. Dinner and Overnight
Accommodation options: Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Day 2 : Mountain Gorilla Trekking
After an early morning breakfast, you will transfer to the Gorilla trekking park headquarters together with your packed lunch for briefing by the ranger guides and later head into the forest to search for the gorillas. Gorilla trekking will take from 2 to 8 hours depending on how soon you find the gorillas and on finding them, you will be allowed 1 hour to view and take photos of these gentle primates then later enjoy your packed lunch and meet your driver to transfer back to your lodge. Relax in the lodge as you savoir the memories of the trek and later enjoy a Massage your dinner and overnight.
Alternatively after trekking the gorillas, you may choose to visit the local communities around the park and have a life changing interaction with the members.
Accommodation options: Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Day 3 : Internal Flight From the Gorillas to Entebbe international Airport
After an early Morning breakfast, you will be transferred to the Airstrip to catch your flight to Entebbe International to catch your onward flight back home or to a hotel for an overnight.
At a request we can book your accommodation before and after the safari.
3 Days All-inclusive Luxury Gorilla Trekking Uganda Cost Includes :
Gorilla Permit ($800)
All Meals/Teas and Coffees
All Local Beers and House Wines
In-Room Massage Services
Luxury Accommodation
Road Transfers in 4×4 car
Internal Flight from Entebbe to the Gorillas and Back
Private English Speaking Driver/Guide
All Activities as per itinerary
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Guide to Queen Elizabeth National Park : Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari takes tourists to one of the prestigious National Parks in Uganda which is located in the western part of the country and it covers Districts of Kasese, Rubirizi, Rukungiri and Kamwengye. Queen Elizabeth National Park lies against the back of the famous Rwenzori Mountains and is close to the Kazinga Channel whose shores are infested with Elephants, Hippos and Buffaloes among other wildlife species. Queen Elizabeth National Park is arguably the most famous Savannah National Park in Uganda and is known for its unique ecosystem which includes extensive savannah, beautiful lakes, natural forests and fertile swamps which attracts enormous wildlife and big games such as Chimpanzees, lions, Elephants and over 500 bird species among others.
Guide to Queen Elizabeth National Park safari activities:
Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda previously known as Kazinga National Park is popular for activities such as Wildlife viewing or game spotting in Ishasha, Kasenyi or the Myeya peninsular Sectors, hot air Balloon Safari, Chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura gorge, Kalinzu forest or Maramagambo forest, Launch cruise on Kazinga Channel, Birding, Nature walks, cultural tours and Community visits among others with the most popular tour activity package in Queen Elizabeth National park being 3 days Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari tour.
Note that after your Queen Elizabeth national park safari you may add a primates tour to Kibale forest National Park for Chimpanzee tracking and to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for Gorilla trekking.
Guide to Queen Elizabeth National Park Animals:
On your Safari in Uganda to Queen Elizabeth National Park, be sure to see over 90 mammal species and 500 bird species. Queen Elizabeth National Park animals include Lions, Elephants, Uganda Kob, Hippopotamus, African Buffalo, Warthog, Nile crocodile, Leopard, giant forest hog and Chimpanzees among others.
Uganda wildlife Safari
Queen Elizabeth National Park entrance fees and Safari Cost:
Queen Elizabeth National Park entrance fee is 40$ for the foreigners, 30$ for foreign residents of Uganda, and 20,000Ugx for the east African community citizens per person. The park entrance fee is valid for 24 hours starting from your time of entry into the park.
Tourist can visit Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda at any time of the year though the best time to go to a Queen Elizabeth National Park safari in Uganda is during the Months of June to September and December to January respectively.
Accommodation Options in Queen Elizabeth National Park:
Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to a wide range of accommodation options ranging from camping sites, Budget, Mid-range and Luxury. Some of the hotels and lodges in Queen Elizabeth National Park include Queen Elizabeth Safari Lodge, Buffalo Safari Lodge, Elephant plains lodge, Mweya Safari lodge, Enganzi Safari Lodge ,Pumba Safari Cottages, Mweya Hostels and Cottages and Twin Lakes Safari Lodge among others.
Engabi Tours and Travel one of the best Queen Elizabeth National Park Tour operators and Safari companies offers a number of Queen Elizabeth national Park Tours that include 3 days Queen Elizabeth National Park Tour, 5 days Queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi Safari and 8 days wildlife and Primates tour in Uganda.
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Volunteer projects & Community Service Programs : Engabi Tours organizes volunteer projects and community services programs combined with safari excursions for Scouts, Explorers, Leaders, college students ,families, seniors and nurses in Uganda ,Rwanda and Tanzania. These volunteer projects and volunteer safari holidays last for approximately 3 weeks to 4 weeks and involve camping with local scouts ,students or nurses, getting involved in community life changing activities and are capped off with Africa safari vacation activities.
Volunteer Project in Uganda
The main goal of the expedition is for participants to help make a difference to local communities, schools, hospitals or Scouting in Uganda ,Rwanda or Tanzania as well as getting a special life experience. We ensure that the leaders and participants build new friendships, learn new skills for life and experience African culture and diversity in a way that would not happen on an “ordinary” holiday.
The Volunteering Safari holidays begin with carrying out volunteer projects and community programs at selected sites and these may include;
Renovation and Construction work (Bridges repair and building, Classroom maintenance, Classroom painting, Making bricks with hands, Fixing desks and furniture in schools and improving/maintaining a football playground among others)
Medical work (Healthy talks with in the local clinics, Help with medical screening, getting involved in making reusable sanitary pads and helping at a clinic/home for the elderly among others)
Working with Women groups such as road side food vendors and arts/crafts makers
Working with Youth groups in areas like sports and games and entrepreneurship among others
After work with communities you will spend 2-3 days at a selected local camping site trying to engage and socialize with local scouts with whom you will carry out activities at the camp sites such as renovation and construction of the camp facilities.
The highlight of the expedition or Volunteering safari holiday in Africa is the safari tour to a selected National Park or parks.
In Uganda Participants may choose to visit Murchison Falls National park where they will spend 4 days and will do two game drives getting a chance to see lions, giraffes, Antelopes, Buffaloes, Elephants etc, a boat cruise on the Nile and Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary or they may choose to do gorilla trekking combined with Chimpanzee trekking and a visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park with an adventurous extension to Jinja for Tubing and White water rafting or to Lake Bunyonyi for Zip lining, Canoeing with the locals, Bycle riding and Swimming among others.
In Rwanda participants may choose to go gorilla trekking in Volcanoes park and wind up with adventure activities on Lake Kivu.
In Tanzania a Tanzania safari to the Northern circuit parks of Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater and Manyara or Tarangire for big Five spotting and cultural experiences.
Before Saying goodbye to Africa, participants together with the local counterparts will celebrate with a barbecue and a local dance and music by local dance troupe at the camp site while they relax before the long journey back home.
End of the Expedition and Volunteer Safari holiday
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Gorilla Volunteer safari in Uganda (Community Service and Adventure) : Go on a Gorilla Volunteer Safari in Uganda with Engabi tours and Travel as you challenge yourself, meet new people and experience their culture in addition to a memorable Gorilla trekking safari. We offer an opportunity to work with communities and change lives with our volunteering safari holidays programs or Summer Community Volunteering programs that may include working with the youth, women groups and schools.
Engabi Tours and Travel goal is to empower communities especially those in the Gorilla trekking areas by using tourism as a tool of Social and economic transformation more specifically through Gorilla Volunteer on safari in Uganda or mountain Gorilla volunteering safari projects and programs in Uganda. We understand that you have dreamt of going on a Gorilla trekking Safari in Uganda and work with the communities as you share your skills with them. This is the reason why Engabi Tours and travel has organized a Gorilla Volunteer Safari Africa tour to Uganda for travelers interested in volunteering on safari more especially trekking the mountain gorillas in Uganda which can be also organized in Rwanda at a request as you impact the communities. On this safari tour you will experience wildlife (Big Five) encounters, cultures, and come face to face with gorillas with in your desired budget and time.
Gorilla Volunteer Safari Uganda Trip Summary
Day 1: Arrival, Kampala City Tour and overnight
Day 2:Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and Game drive.
Day 3-11:Volunteer work in Uganda
Day 12: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 13: Gorilla trekking and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Day 14: Canoeing and transfer to Kigali or Entebbe for your outbound flight.
Detailed itinerary for a Gorilla Volunteer Safari in Uganda
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to your hotel
On Arrival at Entebbe international Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kampala city. If you arrive in the morning hours you will have an afternoon Kampala City tour that will see you visiting places like the Uganda Museum, Kasubi tombs, Vegetable markets, Owino Market, Rubaga hill, Namirembe Hill, the Kings Lake, the museum of Buganda Kingdom, Bahai Temple, Gaddafi Mosque, Namugongo Martyrs Shrine and experience local foods especially the Rolex all based on your desired activity and experience.
Day 2: Transfer Lake Mburo National Park and Game drive.
Today you will wake up to an early breakfast and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park for an awesome adventure experience. Along the way, you will have a stop at the Ugandan Equator where you will get an opportunity to take photos as you continue to Lake Mburo national park arriving in time for a game drive together with your packed lunch.
In the afternoon, you will set out for an exciting boat cruise on Lake Mburo and during the boat cruise you will get an opportunity of seeing aquatic birds and hippopotamus together with the African crocodile all habiting the waters of lake Mburo. Later in the evening you will go for another game drive and then say good bye to the park. You will have dinner and overnight at your agreed Lodge.
Day 3-11:Volunteer work in Uganda
Starting today, you will involve yourself in different volunteering programs and projects aimed at improving on healthcare, education, environment conservation practices, games and sports for youth and children, music, dance and drama for children and youth, improving the standards of living, building community schools, or helping youth with their ventures and so many other initiatives aimed at improving the communities in need. Feel free to choose which project you wish to involve yourself in and we believe that no matter which project you chose to volunteer in , you will have played an important role and your efforts will be greatly appreciated.
Day 12: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today you will start your 3 days gorilla trekking safari by transferring to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park which covers an area of 321 sq km and is among the oldest forests lasting over 25,000 years. Be ready to take fascinating pictures along the way especially at Equator Monument an d the beautiful landscapes of Kigezi. You will arrive at your lodge for lunch, relaxation, dinner and overnight.
Silverback Gorilla In Bwindi
Day 13: Gorilla trekking and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Today after an early breakfast, you will transfer to the park headquarters for briefing about the Dos and Don’ts of gorilla trekking and then you will be divided into groups and will start the gorilla trekking experience lasting 2 to 8 Hours. You will be able to trek one of the 12 habituated mountain gorilla groups and besides the Gorillas, you will have an opportunity to see other primates such as the red-tailed monkeys, baboons and black and white colobus monkeys among others. This forest is also home to 120 mammals, 51 reptiles, 310 butterfly species, 27 species of frogs, geckos, chameleons, 163 tree species, 104 fern species, 1000 flowering plants, as well as over 350 species of birds such as the hornbills and the Turacos!
After a successful Gorilla trekking experience, you will transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation and overnight after a very hectic day in the forest.
Day 14: Canoeing and transfer to Kigali or Entebbe for your outbound flight.
Today you will wake up to an early morning canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi which will take you to the Zebra Island and the Pygms Island among others. After a positive impact on the people you came across in your volunteering projects and after discovering Uganda and experiencing the local culture you will transfer to Kigali or Entebbe to catch your outbound flight back home.
End of the Gorilla Volunteer Safari in Uganda
Gorilla Volunteer Safari Uganda Cost will include:
Ground Transportation
Accommodation
All Meals
English Speaking driver and facilitator
All safari activities as mentioned in the itinerary
Gorilla Permits
Cost excludes
International Flights
Visa
Travel Insurance
Food and Drinks outside of included meals
Extracurricular activities and entertainment outside of what is included
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