Primates And Wildlife Of Uganda

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Track Mountain Gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Undertake a jungle trek to encounter chimpanzees in their natural habitat
Travel by boat cruise in the Kazinga Channel
Search for tree-climbing lions and other wildlife in the Queen Elizabeth National Park

The Primates and Wildlife of Uganda tour starts and ends in Entebbe. The Primates and Wildlife of Uganda is a Trekking tour that takes 7 days taking you through Entebbe, Uganda and other destinations in Uganda.

Track mountain gorillas and chimps in the wild, and enjoy game viewing and bird watching in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Perfectly crafted for animal lovers with hikes into the natural habitats of the Mountain Gorilla and chimpanzees of Uganda, as well as a wide variety of other wildlife species, the highlights in this superb itinerary are numerous. Tracking the mountain gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is an unequalled jungle trek experience culminating in the thrill of standing within metres of a family, often including the imposing male silverback. Uganda is also known for its colourful culture, lush forests, beautiful lakes and some of the best bird watching in Africa with over 1000 different species. We will enjoy game viewing in the scenic savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park famous for its tree-climbing lions, and cruise along the tropical Kazinga Channel teeming with vast numbers of hippos and endemic birdlife. This trip showcases the diverse ecosystems of Uganda where East meets West, and is the perfect addition to any Africa itinerary.

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Day 1 : Join Entebbe

On arrival at Entebbe International Airport in Uganda, you shall be welcomed by your guide and transferred to the group hotel for overnight.

Accommodation: Boma Guest House or similar

Day 2 : Drive to Kibale National Park

After breakfast, you will drive to Kibale National Park. Along the way you will pass many tea plantations and have an opportunity to visit a tea plantation. We will also stop in Fort Portal and visit the Toro Palace. In the afternoon you will arrive at your accommodation.

Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp or similar

Approx. distance 340 km

Approx. driving time 6 hours

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3 : Morning chimp trek, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early morning breakfast, you will undertake a chimp trek. Note: the chimp permits are subject to availability - there are two slots in either the early morning (when they are often up in the trees feeding and more active) or at mid morning (when they often come down to take a nap as it is cooler on the forest floor and therefore closer and more relaxed). Both of these viewing slots are rewarding and interesting.

Kibale’s 795 sq km National Park contains one of the most beautiful and varying tracts of tropical forest in the whole of Uganda. This is home to 13 species of primate including chimpanzees. The park’s highest point is at 1590m above sea level. After lunch we will proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park, and enjoy a game drive on the way to our lodge. Named after Her Majesty's Queen Elizabeth of England, it is Uganda's most popular and scenic game reserve. It stretches from the crater-dotted foothills of the Rwenzori range in the north, along the shores of Lake Edward to the remote Ishasha River in the south, incorporating a wide variety of habitats that range from open savannah, wetlands, crater lakes and rainforest.

Accommodation: Kasenyi Safari Camp or similar

Approx. distance 130 km

Approx. driving time 4-5 hours (including game drive speed)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4 : Morning game drive, afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise

This morning we will have an early morning game drive. Queen Elizabeth National Park includes parts of Lakes Edward and George which are linked by the Kazinga channel. The park boasts the world’s highest bio-diversity rating with over 600 bird and 100 mammal species including lions, hippos, buffaloes, leopard, Spotted Hyena, elephants and the elusive Giant Forest Hog. The primates include Chimps, Black and White Colobus Monkeys, Blue, Black faced Red Colobus, and Red tailed monkeys and Olive Baboons. Lunch at the lodge will be followed by an afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise.

Accommodation: Kasenyi Safari Camp or similar

Approx. distance 40 km

Approx. driving time 3 hours game drive

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5 : Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, game drive in Ishasha enroute

After breakfast, you will be driven to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, passing through the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree climbing lions. Bwindi National Park is the habitat of half of the world’s Mountain Gorilla population and also home to chimpanzee, monkeys, elephants, small antelope and birdlife.

Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp or similar (2019); Haven Lodge Buhoma or similar

(2020)

Approx. distance 150 km

Approx. driving time 5 hours (including game drive speed)

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6 : Gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, drive to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, you will be taken to the Park Headquarters for a short briefing after which you will enter the forest and start your Gorilla trek (please note that a drive may be required to your trekking starting point). The trek can be anything from 2 hours to 6 hours or longer depending on the location of the Gorillas on the day. The terrain is rough, often over steep slopes covered with matted vegetation. You will be led by an experienced ranger who will tell you interesting facts about the flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the Gorillas. Be prepared for rain, mud and giant stinging nettles – long trousers, gloves and a waterproof jacket will help. The mountain gorillas have inspired travellers from all over the world to experience one of nature’s greatest interactions. Anyone who has witnessed the Mountain Gorillas of East Africa will strongly agree that it is a once in a lifetime experience that will never be forgotten. Afterwards we will drive to Lake Bunyonyi for overnight.

Accommodation: Birds Nest Lodge or similar

Approx. distance 60 km

Approx. driving time 1.5 hours

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7 : Drive to Entebbe, trip concludes

After breakfast you will drive to Entebbe. Time permitting you can stop for souvenir shopping and a photo opportunity at the Equator. After lunch, transfer to Entebbe Airport, where trip concludes. (Please note: earliest departure time is 21:00hrs).

Approx. distance 550 km

Approx. driving time 8-9 hours

Meals

Breakfast and Lunch

what’s included

Accommodation

1 night in 3 star hotel on a twinshare basis

Meals

6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners

Transport

Airport transfers (day 1 and 7 only)
English speaking local driver-guide
Private transport in a 4wd safari vehicle with pop up roof

Others

4 nights in 3 star safari lodge on a twinshare basis
1 night in 3 star permanent safari camp on a twinshare basis
Game drives and excursions as listed in itinerary
National park and conservation fees (including gorilla and chimp permits) valued at US$750
Mineral water while on tour
*payment is required for the Gorilla and Chimp permits at time of booking and is not refundable

what’s excluded

International airfares and airport taxes
Tips
Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc.
Bottled water, aerated and alcoholic drinks
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Visa
Travel insurance (compulsory)
Optional activities

Tour details

Duration 7 days

Tour Type Group Tour - Max 12 participants

guiding method Live guide/instructor

Guide Language English

Starts/Ends Entebbe, Uganda/ Entebbe, Uganda

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Payment

A deposit of 1250 USD is required to confirm this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 69 days before departure. For any departures within 31 July 2019 full payment is required.

Travel Insurance

The Primates and Wildlife of Uganda tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.

Visa

For this Primates and Wildlife of Uganda tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are travelling to, as part of this itinerary.

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