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No where else on the continent of Africa can one observe lions prowling the open plains in the morning and track wild chimpanzees through the rainforest undergrowth in the afternoon, then the next day navigate tropical channels teeming with hippo and crocodiles before setting off into the misty mountains to spend time with the highly endangered mountain gorillas.
Sprawling across both sides of the equator, a network of national parks and protected areas offer the wildlife enthusiast an opportunity to experience Uganda's biodiversity, not only the mesmerizing tracts of thorn bush savannah one tends to associate with equatorial East Africa, but also lush expanses of tropical rain forests, shimmering lakes and rivers heaving with aquatic life.
Uganda is home to a wide range of forest primates, with the star attraction being the endangered mountain gorilla. Coming into close contact with these gentle giants, is as humbling as it is thrilling, particularly when one realizes that there are some 700 individuals left in the wild that can only be found between Bwindi National Park and the Virunga Mountains. This verdant biodiversity is further attested by a bird checklist of over 1000 species.
Yet the country offers more than just wildlife. There is the mighty Nile River, punctuated by the spectacular Murchison Falls, and the snow capped peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains which provide a tantalizing challenge to dedicated mountaineers.
The country has long been a cultural melting pot, as evidenced by the existence of over 30 different indigenous languages belonging to five distinct linguistic groups, and an equally diverse mosaic of music, art and handicrafts. |
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GORILLA EXPRESS - 6 DAYS |
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- DAY 1 - ENTEBBE
Arrive Entebbe. Met and transferred to your hotel for overnight.
Lake Victoria Hotel, B.
- DAY 2 - BWINDI / RWANDA
This morning drive to the gorilla sanctuary situated in Bwindi National Park or Parc National des Volcans.
Overnight in en suite chalet/lodge accommodation with all meals included, B, L, D.
- DAY 3 - BWINDI / RWANDA
An early morning trek into the forest on the slopes of the volcanoes will bring you amongst a family of Mountain Gorillas. Afternoon opportunity for forest walks with the guides or time to relax.
Overnight in en suite chalet/lodge accommodation with all meals included, B, L, D.
- DAY 4 - BWINDI / RWANDA
Option of a forest walk in search of smaller primates or go on another gorilla trek with pre purchased permits.
Overnight in en suite chalet/lodge accommodation with all meals included, B, L, D.
- DAY 5 - LAKE MBURO
Drive to Lake Mburo. Afternoon game drive or walking in national park.
Overnight in a tented camp, B, L, D.
- DAY 6 - ENTEBBE
Drive back to Entebbe, with visits to craft markets en-route.
Note: Included on the first or last day of the trip is a half day boat trip to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Reserve on Lake Victoria.
LAND COST FROM:
- $2220 per person sharing / $345 single supplement
01 Jan 2010 – 31 Dec 2010
Rates do not include gorilla permit of approximately $500 per person (subject to change) per trek
DEPARTURES: Available on request
*Christmas & Easter supplement applies
*International airfare available on request |
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THE ULTIMATE UGANDA SAFARI - 12 DAYS |
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- DAY 1 - ENTEBBE
Arrive Entebbe. Met and transferred to your hotel for overnight.
Lake Victoria Hotel, B.
- DAYS 2 & 3 - MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
Drive through spectacular scenery to Murchison Falls National Park. Activities include game drives and boat cruises.
Nile Safari Camp or Paraa Lodge, B, L, D.
- DAY 4 - MURCHISON FALLS
Today explore the southern region of the park, near Budongo Forest. Also visit Kaniyo Pabidi Eco tourist site.
Masindi, B, L, D.
- DAYS 5 & 6 - KIBALE FOREST
Drive to Kibale Forest. Activities include chimpanzee trekking and bird watching.
Ndali Lodge or tented camp, B, L, D.
- DAY 7 - QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Activities include game drives, boat cruise, chimpanzee trekking and bird watching.
Mweya Lodge, B, L, D.
- DAY 8 - QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK (ISHASHA REGION)
Take a game drive across to the Ishasha region of the park, best known for its tree climbing lions.
Tented Camp, B, L, D.
- DAYS 9 & 10 - BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST
Morning game drive followed by a drive to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. An early morning trek into the forest on the slopes of the volcanoes will bring you amongst a family of Mountain Gorillas. Afternoon opportunity for forest walks with the guides or time to relax.
Buhoma Lodge, B, L, D.
- DAY 11 - ENTEBBE
Drive back to Entebbe via Kampala craft markets.
Lake Victoria Hotel, B, L, D
- DAY 12 - NGAMBA ISLAND
Today enjoy a half day boat trip to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Reserve on Lake Victoria. In the afternoon return to Entebbe.
LAND COST FROM:
- $5870 per person sharing / $620 single supplement
01 Jan 2010 – 31 Dec 2010
Rates do not include permits:
- Gorilla's - $500 per person (subject to change) per trek
- Chimpanzee's - $ 70 / $30 / $25 per person (subject to change) per trek, depending on the location.
DEPARTURES: Available on request
*Christmas & Easter supplement applies
*International airfare available on request |
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