10 Days Uganda Gorillas and Zanzibar Adventure Tour
This Uganda Gorillas and Zanzibar Beach adventure Holiday is an affordable Uganda to Zanzibar vacation suitable for honeymooners, family or small group vacation. The 10 Days Uganda Gorillas and Zanzibar Beach Holiday takes you on a vacation of a lifetime as you come face to face with the giant gorillas in Bwindi and indulge in the white sand beaches of Zanzibar. Our 10 Days Uganda Gorillas and Zanzibar Adventure tour offers you two perfectly contrasting but equally memorable experiences in Africa. By combining arguably the world’s greatest primate encounter with beach experience of Zanzibar you will be treated to a once in a life time honeymoon or family or small group vacation.
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10 Days Gorillas and Zanzibar Beach Holiday Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by one of our representatives who will welcome you to the pearl of Africa and transfer you to your accommodation in Entebbe town/Kampala City while briefing you about your upcoming safari activities. While at the hotel you may stay by the poolside or by the balcony of your room relaxing after a long flight depending on the choice of your accommodation.
Accommodation Option: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast
Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Early in the morning you will transfer to Entebbe International Airport to catch your 2 Hours flight to Kisoro Airstrip which is close to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or you may embark on a 10 Hours’ drive to Bwindi and on arrival you will be met by a representative from Engabi Tours and Travel Ltd who will transfer you to your accommodation in Rushaga sector of Bwindi on an approximately one and a half hours drive on a bumpy road.
At your accommodation you will be introduced to the jungle of Bwindi and its lounge design invites the atmosphere of the jungle indoors. Relax by the balcony of your room or the lounge verandah as you listen to birds whistles. You may decide to visit the nearby community or the batwa/pigmies for a cultural experience.
Accommodation Option: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking Experience
Today after breakfast, you will be transferred to the Gorilla trekking starting point where you will be briefed about the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking experience. After the briefing you will embark on arguably the world’s greatest wildlife viewing experience, a one on one with the mountain gorillas of Bwindi.
The trek to locate the gorillas lasts for 3-4 hours and on finding them you will have 1 hour to spend with them in order minimize the disturbance to their daily life and way of living. In the evening you will have a massage treat to close the day. Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation Option: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to Zanzibar
Today you will enjoy your breakfast amidst the jungle for the last time before heading to Kisoro Airstrip to catch your flight to Entebbe International Airport and later your connecting flight to Zanzibar or you may transfer by road to Kigali City which is 4 Hours’ drive away and later to Kigali International Airport to catch your flight to Zanzibar. Late in the evening you will arrive in Zanzibar and a representative from your hotel will welcome you to the Spice Island before transferring you to the hotel. Tonight you start your 5 nights’ island stay enough to rest and recuperate on the shores of the Indian Ocean. Dinner and Overnight
Accommodation Option: Toa Hotel and Spa
Meal Plan: All Inclusive
Day 5-9: Full day relaxation on the white sandy beaches
The days ahead are so much more relaxed and how you spend your time on the island depends on how you feel everyday of your stay. You can go for complete rest which includes reading your book or swimming in the pool and a massage in the spa or continue the adventure and exploration underwater with optional activities like snorkeling or diving, swimming with tortoises, Quad biking or going on a nature walk. Cultural experience lovers may take an optional day trip to Stone Town, the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Zanzibar City.
Accommodation Option: Toa Hotel and Spa
Meal Plan: All Inclusive
Day 10: End of the Gorilla Trekking and Zanzibar Holiday
After breakfast or depending on the schedule of your flight, you will be transferred back to the airport to catch your onward flight. Today marks the end of your ultimate adventure tour and we believe you have made lots of memories on your vacation that will stay with you forever.
11 Days Uganda Safari-Gorillas, Chimps and Wildlife Viewing Tour
Our 11 Days Uganda Safari is a Gorillas, Chimpanzees and Wildlife viewing tour itinerary that takes you to western Uganda’s parks including Kibale forest-the primate capital of the world and Bigodi wetland sanctuary, Queen Elizabeth national park, Lake Mburo National Park and the UNESCO natural world heritage site of Bwindi impenetrable forest national park. This 11 Days Uganda Safari Tour starts in Kampala and ends in Entebbe.
Gorilla Family in Bwindi Forest
11 Days Uganda Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to Entebbe Town
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will and greet with a representative from Engabi Tours and Travel who will introduce to you your driver and guide for the trip. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Entebbe where you can rest and get energy to begin your trip around Uganda. If you arrive early we recommend you to take a short tour of the city center visiting the independence monument and Parliament of Uganda to learn how Uganda got her independence from British imperialist on 9th October 1962. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
Accommodation Option: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast
Day 2: Transfer to Murchison falls National Parka and Rhino Tracking
Depart Kampala city after breakfast with your guide taking you to Murchison falls national park, the largest conservation area in Uganda. Along the 5 hours’ journey there will be regular stops and you will visit Ziwa rhino sanctuary home to over 20 white rhinos where you will take a guided Rhino tracking on foot with a ranger and have lunch. After lunch proceed into the park and before you check in your lodge, you take a hike to the top of Murchison waterfalls for beautiful scenic views of the Nile. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Accommodation Option: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Full Day in Murchison Falls National Park
At 06:30am after a cup of coffee, you will start the game drive with a ranger to explore wildlife of Murchison falls including herds of elephants, buffalo, Uganda kob, lion, giraffes, hyena, topi. Arrive back to the lodge on time for full breakfast. After lunch you will head to Paara and enjoy a 3 hours’ boat cruise on River Nile world’s longest river boasts high concentration of hippos, Nile crocodiles and a variety of water birds such as giant kingfishers, fish eagles. Later return to your lodge for overnight.
Accommodation Option: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale national park the home of Chimpanzees
Today after breakfast, you will transfer from Murchison to Kibale forest national park the primate capital of the world home to 13 species of primates including chimpanzees. Approximately 6-7 hours’ journey via scenic rift valley landscapes you will stop in Fort portal town for lunch after which you will check in to your lodge. Diner and overnight at your Lodge
Accommodation Option: Rubalika Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Chimpanzee trekking & Bigodi Swamp Walk
After your breakfast, your tour guide/driver will lead you to Kanyanchu park headquarters for briefing from the senior park ranger. At 8:00 am you will join the rest of other trackers and transfer to the starting point which is 2 Km away from the park headquarters. Most often chimpanzee tracking goes for 3 to 4 hours. While in the forest you may interface with primates including the red tailed monkey, L’Hoest monkey, baboons, white and black Colobus monkeys, grey checked mangabey, red Colobus, blue monkeys and pottos. Other animals include forest elephants unique from the common type, giant forest hogs and a striking tree species.
After lunch you will embark on a nature walk in Bigodi wetland sanctuary, an eco-tourism destination managed by local people. Their conservation story while on the nature walk to spot birds, primates gives you a look into how people live in harmony with nature. You may opt to visit the local homesteads before you return for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation Option: Rubalika Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, you will head to Queen Elizabeth arriving in time for an afternoon boat cruise on kazinga channel which boasts over 5000 hippos. The boat cruise provides a sight of Nile crocodiles, elephants, and water birds. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Accommodation Option: Aardvark Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Full Day in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Have a cup of coffee at 06:30am take a game drive with a ranger to spot large mammals such as elephants, buffaloes, lion among antelopes like Uganda kob, topi. Return to the lodge in time for full breakfast. After breakfast you take another game drive till you return back to the lodge. After Lunch you will relax at the lodge and take time off to Swim or stay by the balcony of your life. Dinner and Overnight
Accommodation Option: Aardvark Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Todays after breakfast you will transfer to Bwindi impenetrable forest national park, a UNESCO world heritage site with lunch en route. Renowned as home to half of world’s mountains gorillas, Bwindi is famous gorilla tracking destination. derived from the Rukiga word, “Bwindi” means a dark place, Bwindi rainforest has remained untouched since the last ice age 250, 000 million years ago. Dinner and overnight at your lodge
Accommodation Option: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 9: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Batwa Cultural experience
You will get up so early in the morning for breakfast and thereafter your driver will drive you to the Park head offices with your packed lunch. On reaching there by 7:30am you will be briefed about what to do and not to do while trekking after which you will be led by the ranger guides through the mist jungle. Trekking usually takes between to 8 hours or even a full day due to the location of gorillas. When you see them, it will be a great and fun time as you watch them and only 1 hour is permitted to watch them. Also ensure you carry enough water with you, hats, sun glasses, rain coats, and non-flash cameras. Later return to the lodge and in the afternoon you will go for a cultural experience in the Batwa Community from where you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. village walk in the communities. Visit the women’s craft center and return for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation Option: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 10: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast you will transfer to Lake Mburo National Park arriving in time for lunch and later an evening game drive. Dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation Option: Rwakobo Rock Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 11: Morning Biking or Walking safari (you choose 1) and Departure
Today after breakfast, you will go for a walking safari or a biking safari in park depending on your choice and this will last about 3 hours. After the experience, you will transfer to Kampala/ Entebbe with lunch en-route arriving in time for your onward flight.
3 Days Gorilla Trekking Tour in Uganda From Kigali-Itinerary and Price
The 3 Days Gorilla Trekking Tour In Uganda Package is an itinerary that starts from Kigali-Rwanda allowing you to fly in and out of Kigali International Airport-Rwanda and enjoy Gorilla trekking in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. On this private 3 Days Gorilla Trekking Tour In Uganda, you will arrive at Kigali International Airport and embark on a road drive of only 4-5 hours from Kigali to Ruhija/Rushaga sectors of Bwindi via the Katuna/ Chanika border points helping you to avoid the 10 road drive hours from Entebbe to Bwindi. This Uganda Gorilla Trekking package is the most convenient way to see the endangered Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park without spending long hours of driving or paying extra monies for a flight from Entebbe.
2025 Estimated Tour price for the 3 Days Gorilla Trekking Tour In Uganda From Kigali
1,550USD Per Person Sharing for 2 People sleeping in a Budget Accommodation
1,850USD Per Person Sharing for 2 People sleeping in a Mid-range Accommodation
The 3 days gorilla Trekking Package costs above are based on 2 Persons sharing and they are inclusive of accommodation, meals during the tour, private transportation in a safari land-cruiser or Van, services of a good English-speaking guide/driver, gorilla permits, activities mentioned in the itinerary and bottled drinking water through the trip.
A Mountain Gorilla in the Jungles of Bwindi
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today a representative from Engabi Tours and Travel Ltd will pick you up from your hotel in Kigali or from Kigali International Airport and transfer you to Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through Katuna border or Chanika border arriving in time for lunch at your lodge.
Accommodation Option: Four Gorillas Lodge(Mid-Range), Bweza Gorilla Lodge (Budget)
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Rushaga/Ruhija Sector of Bwindi
Today you will wake up for an early morning breakfast after which you will be transferred to the park headquarters for briefing about the dos and don’ts of Gorilla trekking in Bwindi and it’s here that you will be allocated a gorilla group to visit. After the briefing you will enter the forest in search of the Gorillas and upon finding them you will be allowed to spend up to a maximum of hour with them. Later after the trek you will be transferred to the lodge to freshen up, have a massage treat, relax and enjoy your dinner and overnight.
Accommodation Option: Four Gorillas Lodge(Mid-Range), Bweza Gorilla Lodge (Budget)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Transfer to Kigali & Departure
Today after breakfast, you will lazily transfer to Kigali depending on the schedule of your flight arriving in time to proceed to the Airport for your onward flight or drop-off at your lodge in Kigali marking the end of your Uganda Gorilla Trekking from Kigali tour
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
End of 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour From Kigali
To make your gorilla safari booking with Engabi Tours and Travel, contact us on WhatsApp at +256-757341593 Or send us an email at info@gorillasafaridiscovery.com
Our payments are preferred in US Dollars
Currency exchange rates vary daily based on the current international banking data available.
We accept wire transfers and credit card payments.
Payment by credit card is subject to a surcharge of 3.5%.
Tips for a Better Gorilla trekking experience
Book your Tour and Secure the Gorilla Trekking permits early
In Uganda, only 128 visitors can take part in the Gorilla Trekking experience in Bwindi and Uganda has the cheapest gorilla permits prices at USD800 compared to Rwanda. This means the competition is quite high for the few gorilla permits in Uganda and it becomes hard to secure gorilla trekking permits a few days to your Uganda gorilla tour although you might get lucky sometimes hence a need to book your tour or gorilla trekking permit fully latest 3 months in advance.
Know your fitness levels before the Gorilla Trekking experience.
Finding the Gorillas is not predictable meaning you might walk for long hours before finding them hence a need to be moderately fit and prepared for the longer treks.
Get the help of Porters for the gorilla trek
If you are not moderately fit, we recommend you get the help of a porter so that you can track without having to carry the few essential items listed below in your day pack. The porters are from the local community and very used to the local conditions and can assist in pushing, pulling and supporting you during your trek to the gorillas. They usually come at an additional fee over and above your safari cost ranging from approximately USD15-20 per porter per day as a fee with additional tipping being optional.
What to pack for a Successful Gorilla Trekking Experience
Plenty of water – 1-2 liters per person (most lodges provide the water, but we also have it in the car)
High energy snacks in addition to your packed lunch provided by the lodge/camp
Spare film and batteries for videos and cameras
Gloves (gardening type are good)
Waterproof bag to protect photographic equipment
Hiking gaiters
A hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and band-aids might be useful
A lightweight waterproof jacket/poncho
Walking sticks are made available at the start of the trek for some of the steeper and more slippery tracks and may prove to be very handy.
Allowed Uganda Gorilla Trekking Age Limits
The age limit for gorilla trekking is 15 years and the authorities are very strict on this! With special written permission, however, a 14yr old might pass.
What is the Best Time to go for the 3 Days Gorilla Trekking Tour
The best time to visit Uganda is late December to late February, and from June to September, as the weather at this time of year is generally dry, and warm. Temperatures average at around 25 degrees Celsius.
General Information
Entry Requirements:
All visitors to Uganda and Rwanda must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveler. To move between Uganda and Rwanda, we recommend that you acquire an East African Tourist Visa and this can be got from your first country of arrival
Language:
Luganda, English (Uganda) and French, English, Kinyarwanda & Kiswahili (Rwanda)
Voltage:
In Uganda the standard voltage is 220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs.
Currency:
Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort. Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency.
Clothing:
Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.
Baggage:
Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.
Water:
You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.
Health;
East Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards: Malaria prophylactics. East Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential. You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray
Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.
Dietary Requirements:
For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure the Hotel is notified prior to travel
Gratuities:
As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following:
The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day
Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day
Photography:
Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.
4 Days Karisimbi Hike and Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour
Our 4 Days Karisimbi Hike and Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Karisimbi Mounatin is a Primate and adventure holiday that starts in Entebbe and ends in Kigali with a short Kigali City tour. The 4 Days Karisimbi Hike and Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour is one of the best Gorilla Trekking and Mountain Hiking itinerary offered by Engabi Tours and Travel.
Bwindi Forest Gorilla Family
Karisimbi Hike and Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari Itinerary (4 Days)
Day 1: Transfer from Entebbe / Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Having arrived in Uganda the previous day, you will be picked up by your driver from your hotel and he will transfer you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park the home of Mountain Gorillas. En-route you will have lunch at Igongo Cultural Centre in Mbarara. You will arrive in time at the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Timing: Approximately 10 hrs
Day 2 : Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the gorilla trekking starting point. Here you will be briefed about the gorilla trekking rules while your guide takes care of the practicalities. After briefing you set off into the forest with a specialized guide who leads you to the point where the gorillas are. For one unforgettable hour you are in the area of the mountain Gorillas seeing them in their daily life, with a chance to spot some forest interior birds.
After trekking the gorillas, you transfer to Volcanoes National Park for relaxation and thereafter dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lebambou Gorilla Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 : Hiking and Overnight on Mount Karisimbi
Today you will wake up early for breakfast and transfer to the park headquarters together with your packed lunch for briefing and thereafter you will head to the starting point where you will start ascending Mount Karisimbi via the forest, plantations and many other attractions at the base. During the hike, you have a lot of attractions to look out for including primates, mammals, birds, and plants among others. It takes 6-7 hour to ascend up to 3,700m above the see level where you will camp for dinner and have your overnight stay awaiting to summit the top the following day.
Day 4 : Descend the Volcano and Transfer back to Kigali
This morning you will wake up and ascend the summit where you will get most beautiful views. From there you descend back to kinigi and transfer back to Kigali. embark on a city tour upon arrival in which you will visit the Kigali genocide memorial and craft shops. Later you will be transferred to Kigali airport to catch your onward flight.
End of 4 Days Karisimbi Hike and Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour
4 Days Karisimbi Hike and Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour Cost Is Inclusive of:
Gorilla Permit
Karisimbi Mountain Hiking Permit
Tents, supplies and special porters to cook while on top of the mountain
Full Board Accommodation
All Transfers
English Speaking driver
Drinking Water
Taxes
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All-inclusive Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari Package To Uganda-5 Days
Fly-in and out of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Trek the Gorilla Twice with this All-inclusive 5 Days Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari Package to Uganda. Our All-inclusive 5 Days Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari is a top luxury lodge gorilla tour in Uganda that involves sleeping in a luxurious and comfortable Gorilla Safari Lodge that overlooks the dense impenetrable forest offering a unique escape with breathtaking southerly views over forested ridges all the way to the distant Virunga Volcanoes. The 5 Days Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda will also involve trekking the Mountain Gorillas twice with 2 different Gorilla families in the Ruhija and Buhoma Sector. This Gorilla Tour starts in Entebbe and ends in Entebbe.
On this trip you will fly from Entebbe Airport to Kihihi Airstrip with an internal Small flight and its from here that you will be transferred by Road to Ruhija Sector in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest the home of Mountain Gorillas and back.
Estimated Price for 5 Days Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari Package
5300USD Per Person Sharing for 2 People sleeping in a Top Luxury Accommodation
The 5 days Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari price above is based on 2 Persons sharing and it’s inclusive of accommodation, meals during the tour, House wines, Local Beers, Soft Drinks, All Teas/Coffees, private road transportation in a safari land-cruiser, Two way Flight ticket to Kihihi Airstrip and back to Entebbe , services of a good English-speaking guide/driver, 2 Gorilla Treks, activities mentioned in the itinerary, Massage and Spa, bottled drinking water through the trip and other complimentary offers at the Lodge.
A Gorilla Feeding in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi is a montane rainforest that has harbored some of the rarest plant and animal species in the world and is rated highly on the top Uganda Safari highlights. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle and endangered giants is an awesome, exciting experience to be long savored. Many find it to be a rare and moving opportunity.
Tour Highlights:
Discover the stunning aerial view of the southern region of the Pearl of Africa
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Cultural encounters with local communities
5 Days Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival Entebbe International Airport
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will meet and great with the representative from Engabi Tours and Travel Ltd who will transfer you to your hotel in Kampala.
There optional activities around the hotel that you may engage yourself in that include taking a tee on one of Uganda’s magnificent golf courses and maybe going shopping in Kampala’s finest shopping malls.
Accommodation: Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa
Meals Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Morning Flight from Entebbe to Kihihi Airstrip and Transfer By Road to Bwindi
You will start your 5 days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Fly In Safari with an early morning flight with Aerolink airline from Entebbe International Airport to Kihihi Airstrip. On arrival you will meet with your driver who will transfer you by road to Ruhija Sector in Bwindi where on arrival you will check in to your lodge and enjoy your breakfast as you wait for your lunch. In the afternoon you may choose to take a nature walk through the near communities from where you will learn how the locals live their day to day lives and you may choose to volunteer among them.
Accommodation: Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: First Gorilla Trekking Experience
After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the park headquarters arriving in time for the gorilla trekking briefing. The briefing point is so near to Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge. After the gorilla briefing session which usually starts at 8:00 am, you will be assigned the gorilla group that you will be trekking with other trekkers and you will be escorted into the impenetrable jungle with two gun-baring rangers and a tracker with a machete to lead your way.
Once you have found the gorillas, you will be allowed to spend 1 hour with them and you are advised to keep your camera in silence and observe a 10 meters distance from the gorillas with your mask on at all times. The time of your stay in the jungle cannot be pre-determined as every day is different from that previous. Return to the lodge for lunch, relaxation and later dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Second Gorilla Trekking Experience
Today you will have a second chance to spend another one hour with the gorillas which will give you additional opportunity for photography and experience. Later return to the lodge for lunch and spend the rest of the evening relaxing (you may choose to have a massage at the spa) and later dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Flight from Kihihi Airstrip to Entebbe
After a very early breakfast on your Uganda Gorilla Safari, you will lazily transfer to Kihihi Airstrip to catch a scheduled flight to Entebbe International Airport. At your request we can book a hotel in Entebbe to freshen up for your international flight back home.
Accommodation: N/A
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Drinking water
End of the 5 day luxury Uganda Gorilla Fly in Safari
5 Days Uganda Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari Price Includes:
Private tour English speaking guide
Gorilla Permit
Internal Flight from Entebbe to Kihihi Airstrip and Back
Tips To Prepare for a Better Gorilla trekking experience
Book your Tour and Secure the Gorilla Trekking permits early
In Uganda, only 128 visitors can take part in the Gorilla Trekking experience in Bwindi and Uganda has the cheapest gorilla permits prices at USD800 compared to Rwanda. This means the competition is quite high for the few gorilla permits in Uganda and it becomes hard to secure gorilla trekking permits a few days to your Uganda gorilla tour although you might get lucky sometimes hence a need to book your tour or gorilla trekking permit fully latest 3 months in advance.
Know your fitness levels before the Gorilla Trekking experience.
Finding the Gorillas is not predictable meaning you might walk for long hours before finding them hence a need to be moderately fit and prepared for the longer treks.
Get the help of Porters for the gorilla trek
If you are not moderately fit, we recommend you get the help of a porter so that you can track without having to carry the few essential items listed below in your day pack. The porters are from the local community and very used to the local conditions and can assist in pushing, pulling and supporting you during your trek to the gorillas. They usually come at an additional fee over and above your safari cost ranging from approximately USD15-20 per porter per day as a fee with additional tipping being optional.
What to pack for a Successful Gorilla Trekking Experience
Plenty of water – 1-2 liters per person (most lodges provide the water, but we also have it in the car)
High energy snacks in addition to your packed lunch provided by the lodge/camp
Spare film and batteries for videos and cameras
Gloves (gardening type are good)
Waterproof bag to protect photographic equipment
Hiking gaiters
A hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and band-aids might be useful
A lightweight waterproof jacket/poncho
Walking sticks are made available at the start of the trek for some of the steeper and more slippery tracks and may prove to be very handy.
Allowed Uganda Gorilla Trekking Age Limits
The age limit for gorilla trekking is 15 years and the authorities are very strict on this! With special written permission, however, a 14yr old might pass.
What is the Best Time to go for a Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda
The best time to visit Uganda is late December to late February, and from June to September, as the weather at this time of year is generally dry, and warm. Temperatures average at around 25 degrees Celsius. Visitors should however note Gorilla Trekking in Uganda can be done all year around.
General Information
Entry Requirements:
All visitors to Uganda must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveler.
Language:
Luganda, English (Uganda)
Voltage:
In Uganda the standard voltage is 220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs.
Currency:
Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort. Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency.
Clothing:
Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.
Baggage:
Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.
Water:
You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.
Health;
East Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards: Malaria prophylactics. East Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential. You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray
Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.
Dietary Requirements:
For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure the Hotel is notified prior to travel
Gratuities:
As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following:
The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day
Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day
Photography:
Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.
4 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari-A Fly in Safari to the Gorillas
This 4 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari is a fly in-fly out safari to the Gorillas in Bwindi National Park that includes the unforgettable Uganda safari attraction the habituated mountain gorillas! The 4 Day Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda is a relaxed Gorilla trip that will see you spend two nights in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and one on the shores of Lake Victoria as you appreciate nature to the fullest in addition to spending an hour with these incredible primates.
4 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari 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.
Accommodation Option: Lake Victoria Serena Hotel
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast
Day 2: Transfer toBwindi forest National Park
After an early breakfast you will be transferred Entebbe Airport to catch an internal flight to Kisoro Airstrip from where you will be transferred in a comfortable 4*4 vehicle to the home of Bwindi Gorillas in Rushaga Sector. You will arrive at your lodge and enjoy a snack ,check in as you wait for your lunch later dinner and overnight relaxation. In the afternoon you may choose to take a community walk in the nearby villages.
Accommodation Option: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
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. You may spend the rest of the evening in the spa getting a body massage!
Accommodation Option: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Transfer back to Kampala/ Entebbe
Today you will wake up to an early breakfast. After breakfast you will be lazily transferred to Kisoro Airstrip to catch your flight to Entebbe to catch your international flight back home. At your request we will book a hotel in Entebbe for you to freshen up in preparation for your flight.
Accommodation Option: N/A
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch and drinking water
4 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking Uganda Itinerary cost includes:
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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16 Days Uganda Rwanda Congo Safari: Gorillas, Chimps, Golden Monkeys & Nyiragongo Hike
The 16 Days Uganda Rwanda Congo Safari offers the best safari experience in East and Central Africa starting in Rwanda through Congo and ending in Uganda. The 16 Days Uganda Rwanda Congo Safari includes a double double gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda , Nyiragongo lava lake Hiking/Climbing, Golden monkey tracking, Chimpanzee tracking , Iby’Wachu Cultural Village visit, Kigali City tour and Uganda Wildlife viewing safari in Murchison falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks among other destinations.
16 Days Uganda Rwanda Congo safari Itinerary:
Day 1: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park in Ruhengeri
Today you will be picked by our representative from either your hotel in Kigali or from the airport and will be taken on a tour of Kigali city in which you will visit the gisozi genocide site, local markets and later hit the road driving north-wards to Volcanoes national park in Musanze province former Ruhengeri. On arrival you will check in to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: First Gorilla Trekking and visit to the Ibywacu Cultural Village
After an early breakfast at your hotel you will set off for briefing at the park headquarters with all the necessary trekking gear and packed lunch before proceeding to the forest with the ranger guides for the memorable gorilla trekking adventure experience. The Gorilla trekking time depends on how long it will take to find the gorillas and when located, you will spend a maximum of one hour with them.After the gorilla trekking experience you will head back to your lodge for lunch and thereafter have a cultural experience at the Iby’iwachu cultural village where you will learn about the Kinyarwanda culture. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 3: Golden Monkey Tracking & transfer to Lake Kivu
After breakfast you will head out to track the golden monkeys and later in the afternoon transfer to Gisenyi on the shores of Lake Kivu.Enroute you will visit the Murambi Genocide Memorial Site and the King’s palace arriving in Gisenyi late in the evening to check into your lodge and relax along the lake shores for the rest of the night .
Day 4: Boat ride on Lake Kivu and tour of Nyamirundi Island
After breakfast at your lodge,you will embark on a relaxed and breathtaking boat ride on Lake Kivu the largest fresh water body in Rwanda and DR Congo. Later in the afternoon you will have an early lunch before embarking on a tour of Nyamirundo island to explore and learn about coffee making in Rwanda. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
Day 5: Transfer to DR Congo and Mountain Nyiragongo Lava Hike
After a very early breakfast at your lodge you will cross over to Goma in DR Congo and proceed to Kibati village where the Nyiragongo mountain hiking starts from. You will reach the top in the afternoon and have dinner and overnight at the top of the Nyiragongo Volcanoe.
Day 6: Descend the Nyiragongo Mountain and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
In the morning, you will descend the volcano and cross back to Gisenyi-Rwanda from where you will be transferred to Lake Bunyonyi. The journey will offer you with sights of the beautiful terrain of the rolling hills with terraced landscape. On arrival you will have lunch and embark on an afternoon boat ride to the zebra island and punishment island among others. Later have a relaxed dinner and overnight.
Day 7: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today you will wake up at leisure, have breakfast and later in the afternoon transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable national Park the home of Mountain Gorillas. On arrival you will check into your lodge have lunch and spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing at your lodge in preparing for your gorilla trekking encounter the next morning.
Day 8: Second Gorilla trekking
Today after breakfast, you will proceed with your guide together with packed lunch boxes to the Bwindi impenetrable head offices for a briefing about how to conduct yourself during your trekking adventure. You will then enter the thick impenetrable forest in search for the rare intriguing giants. After a full hour with them while observing and learning their behavior as you take photos, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight
Day 9: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, you will depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will enter the park via Ishasha sector the commonly known area for the rare tree climbing lions. Have lunch at Ishasha as you spot the hippos in the Ishasha River. You may also spot buffaloes, leopards, Kob and topis on the plains of the area. Proceed to the park for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10: Game drive and afternoon Launch cruise
After your breakfast, you will go for the morning game drive in Kasenyi area to search for different wildlife animals missed out in the previous game drive. Later visit the Katwe explosion craters. Here you will spot Kitagata Lake and the enormous Kamengo Crater and this will give you clear view of different wildlife around the Park. In the afternoon, go for the launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel where you will be rewarded with wildlife sights of species like the Hippopotamuses, Waterbucks, Crocodiles and a variety of Water Birds like the black bee- eater, several species of falcons and the raptors. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge
Day 11: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, you will depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and transfer to Kibale Forest National Park which is the most popular destination for Chimpanzee tracking and also a good habitat for a lot of bird species and other primates. En route to the Park you will enjoy a game drive that will expose you to different wildlife species such as Elephants, Buffalos, Uganda Kob and if you are lucky, you may also spot the Hyena, Lions, Leopard and perhaps the Giant Forest Hog. On arrival in the afternoon, check in to your lodge and later go for the evening nature walk around the Lodge. Dinner overnight at your lodge.
Day 12: Chimp tracking and Bigodi Swamp walk
After a heavy breakfast at your lodge, you will go for the life time Chimpanzee tracking experience in their natural environment and habitat. You will first report to the Park Headquarters at Kanyachu for a briefing about the chimp trackers code of conduct by a UWA official and then later go for the morning chimpanzee tracking experience. You will penetrate into the forest under the guidance of an armed ranger for the tracking. Besides the chimps, you may spot other primates and these include: Varvet Monkey, L’hoest, Blue Monkey, Red-Tailed Monkey, Grey Cheeked Mangabey, Black And White Colobus Monkey and many more. Return back to the lodge for Lunch and later go for the afternoon Bigodi swamp walk to search for different bird species. Dinner and overnight at your lodge
Day 13: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
After a morning breakfast, you will drive to Murchison falls with lunch en route in Hoima. The journey will reward you with spectacular views of the magnificent scenery as you drive through the traditional homesteads and farms on your way to Murchison. Reach Masindi town in the evening and then proceed to the Park for dinner and overnight stay at Lodge..
Day 14: Game drive and launch cruise along the Albert Nile
After breakfast, you will set out for game drive on the northern sector of the Park. Here you will search for the early risers where you will be able to spot animals like Lions,Elephants, Buffaloes, Warthogs, baboons, Giraffes, Water bucks, bush bucks and so on. If you are a lucky visitor, you can also spot the Leopard. The game drive can take like 4-5 hours and this is the longest game drive in all Uganda National Park. Return to your lodge for lunch and in the afternoon set out for the launch cruise along the Albert Nile where you will enjoy the cruise and can be able to spot animals like hippos, crocodiles, Oribis, buffalos and the wonderful bottom of the falls. Return back to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 15: Second Chimpanzee tracking and top of the falls
After breakfast, you will go for chimpanzee tracking in Kaniyo Pabidi area within Budongo Forest. There are a number of chimpanzees as well as other primates. Have lunch at Kaniyo Pabidi and in the afternoon, visit the top of the falls where you will be rewarded with sights and sound on the Albert Nile crashing through the chasm. The water forces its self in a narrow gap in a rock only 7 meters wide pouring into a gorge 43 meters down thus making a thunderous roaring sound. Return back to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 16: Transfer to Kampala
After breakfast, you will transfer back to Kampala reaching in time for Lunch. Drop off will be at your Hotel or at the Airport to catch your flight back home
End of Safari
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11 Days Combined Rwanda Uganda Safari-2 Gorilla Treks, Chimps, Wildlife
Get up close with the great apes of Uganda and Rwanda on this 11 Days combined Rwanda Uganda Safari which involves Trekking Gorillas twice in both Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. The 11 Days combined Rwanda Uganda Safari also includes Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park, Golden Monkey Tracking in Volcanoes National Park-Rwanda and Wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Gorillas in Bwindi
11 Days Rwanda Uganda Safari Itinerary
Day 1 : Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
You will be picked up from either your hotel in Kigali or from the airport by our company representative who will take you on a tour of Kigali city to visit the gisozi genocide site, local markets and later transfer you north-wards to Volcanoes national park in Musanze province. On arrival you will check in to your lodge for overnight and dinner.
Day 2 : Gorilla Trekking and Ibywacu Cultural Village visit
After an early breakfast, you will embark on your first gorilla trekking in East Africa as you move to the park headquarters for briefing with your packed lunch. The time taken hiking for gorillas highly depends on the location of the gorillas since they are wildlife animals in the jungle. After locating the gorillas you will spend a maximum of one hour with them.
After lunch go for a cultural experience tour at the Ibyiwacu cultural village to learn about the Kinyarwanda culture. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 3 : Golden Monkey Tracking
After break fast you will head out to track the golden monkeys and after you will stay at leisure for the rest of the evening. Dinner and overnight
Day 4 : Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi Uganda
Today wake up at leisure and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. During the journey, you will encounter beautiful sceneries Uganda and Rwanda have to offer and on arrival you will have lunch and later go for an afternoon boat ride on the lake which will reward you with sights of different birds on the many small islands on the lake. Dinner and overnight your preferred lodge.
Day 5 : Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today you will wake up at leisure and relax in your room with beautiful views of Lake Bunyonyi. Later in the afternoon , you will transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable national park to spend a night in the middle of the jungle and on arrival you will check in to your lodge and relax awaiting gorilla trekking the next day.
Day 6 : Second Gorilla Trekking
After a heavy breakfast, proceed to the park head quarters with your packed lunch for briefing about the dos and donts of gorilla trekking. You will then enter the thick impenetrable forest in search for the rare intriguing giants. After a full hour with them while observing and learning their behavior as you take photos return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 7 : Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park arriving in time for lunch. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 8 : Game drive and afternoon Launch cruise
After breakfast, you will go for the morning game drive in Kasenyi area to search for different wildlife animals missed out in the previous game drive. Later visit the Katwe explosion craters. Here you will spot Kitagata Lake and the enormous Kamengo Crater and this will give you clear view of different wildlife around the Park. In the afternoon, go for the launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel where you will be rewarded with wildlife sights of species like the Hippopotamuses, Waterbucks, Crocodiles and a variety of Water Birds like the black bee- eater, several species of falcons and the raptors. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge
Day 9 : Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park for Kibale Forest National Park the most popular destination for Chimpanzee tracking and also a good habitat for a lot of bird species and other primates. En-route to the Park you will enjoy a game drive that will expose you to different wildlife species such as Elephants, Buffalos, Uganda Kob and if you are lucky, you may also spot the Hyena, Lions, Leopard and perhaps the Giant Forest Hog. On arrival in the afternoon, check in to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 10: Chimp tracking and Bigodi Swamp walk
After breakfast you will transfer to Kanyachu park headquarters for briefing about the rules and regulations of chimpanzee trekking before you go for your morning Chimpanzee tracking experience. You will penetrate into the forest under the guidance of an armed ranger for the tracking and along the way you may spot other primates and that include Varvet Monkey, L’hoest, Blue Monkey, Red-Tailed Monkey, Grey Cheeked Mangabey, Black And White Colobus Monkey and many more. Return to the lodge for Lunch and later go for the afternoon Bigodi swamp walk to search for different bird species. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 11 : Transfer to Kampala
After breakfast, you will transfer back to Kampala reaching in time for Lunch and depending on the schedule of your flight, you will be transferred to the Airport to catch your flight back home.
Uganda Gorillas and Beach Safari (9 Days Gorilla Trek & Beach Vacation)
The 9 days Uganda Gorillas and beach safari is Uganda Safari tour to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park , Kibale, Queen Elizabeth National park and finally to Ssese islands on Lake victoria for relaxation and different optional recreational activities. This Gorillas and beach Safari begins and ends in Entebbe.
Boat cruises (Optional) and other recreational activities
Uganda Gorillas and Beach Safari Itinerary (9 Days)
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Kibale forest national park
You will picked from the Airport or from your hotel in Entebbe/Kampala and set off for kibale forest National Park the primate capital of the world. You will go via mubende and make stop in Fort Portal town for lunch. After lunch, you will check in to your lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
Accommodation Options: Luxury (Chimpundu Lodge), Mid range (Turaco Tree Tops Lodge), Budget(Kibale Forest Camp)
Day 2: chimpanzee tracking and Bigodi wetland
At 07am have breakfast and transfer from the lodge to Kanyanchu visitor center. Upon arrival, a 30 minutes briefing will quip with the rules for chimp tracking. You will be guided exploring kibale forest on foot as you shall see and photograph chimpanzees at close distance for 1 hour. You may see other primates such as red colobus monkey and black and white colobus monkey.
After lunch, there will be an enchanting nature walk nature walk in Bigodi wetland, a long board walks in search of the birds, primates and plants.
Accommodation Options: Luxury (Chimpundu Lodge), Mid range (Turaco Tree Tops Lodge), Budget(Kibale Forest Camp)
Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park and boat cruise
After breakfast, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park arriving on time for lunch followed by a boat cruise on Kazinga channel. The boat provides superb base to see and photography wildlife such as hippos, Nile crocodiles and lots of birds more than 600 species found in this park. From the boat you go straight to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation Options: Luxury (Myeya Safari Lodge), Mid range ( Twin Lakes Safari Lodge), Budget(Queen Elizabeth Safari Lodge)
Day 4: game drive and transfer to Bwindi
On a game drive, you have the opportunity to spot wildlife such as elephants, buffalo, Uganda kob, topi, and warthogs. Return from the game drive have breakfast and after transfer to Bwindi via Ishaka Mbarara road. Arrive at Bwindi early to rest in preparation for tomorrow’s gorilla tracking.
Accommodation Options: Luxury (Buhoma Lodge), Mid range ( Four Gorillas Lodge), Budget (Gorilla Valley Lodge)
Day 5: gorilla tracking and village walk
You will wake up early morning have breakfast and head to the gorilla center. Meet with guides for a briefing on gorilla rules. Visitors will be accompanied by expert guides through the forest to enjoy an encounter with gorillas for 1 hour. Return to the lodge for lunch. Later in the evening you can take a guided walk in the community returning for dinner at 06pm.
Accommodation Options: Luxury (Buhoma Lodge), Mid range ( Four Gorillas Lodge), Budget (Gorilla Valley Lodge)
Day 6: transfer to Lake Victoria-Ssese Islands Kalangala
After breakfast you will transfer to Ssese Islands on Lake Victoria for relaxation and a bit of adventure after a hectic gorilla trekking and wildlife viewing activities .This journey will take almost 6 hours and you will reach the Islands late in the evening checking in to your lodge for dinner and overnight at Brovad Sands Lodge.
Accommodation Options: Brovad Sands Lodge
Day 7-8: Ssese Islands Beach
You will spend the next two days at leisure on the islands. You may go swimming in the swimming pool or decide to relax on the beach side. There are other optional activities like fishing with the locals, quad biking, water bikes, boat cruise, nature walks and bicycle riding on the island. Enjoy your relaxed dinners and overnights.
Accommodation Options: Brovad Sands Lodge
Day 9: Departure from the Island and Transfer to Entebbe
After breakfast you will say goodbye to beautiful Islands and transfer to Entebbe Town via the water with MV-Kalangala arriving in time (11:00AM) to catch your out bound flight. Your driver/guide will transfer you from the docking area to Entebbe town and you may prefer to do a quick tour of the town or to visit the beach for a snack as you prepare to say bye to Uganda the pearl of Africa. Alternatively your driver might transfer you to the Airport as you await your outbound flight.
