$2,750 to $3,190 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Meet with Gorilla Sights Guide and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park with evening game drive
Meet with Gorilla Sights Guide and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park with evening game drive
After breakfast, we transfer to Queen Elizabeth national Park, Uganda's second largest National Park with stop over at the equator crossing from Northern Hemisphere to Southern hemisphere, then we continue to queen Elizabeth with lunch at Igongo then we pass through beaitiful and rolling tea gardens of Ishaka before reaching the most decorated forest of Karinzu. This spectacular route exposes you to Uganda’s most dramatic landscapes and iconic geographical wonders. The equator stop allows for amazing photo moments and a fun water experiment. As you drive through the scenic tea plantations, the vibrant green hills create a breathtaking backdrop. Entering Kalinzu Forest, the magnificent, deep valleys and interlocking tree canopies create an enchanting realm for diverse primates and rare birds. Upon arrival in Queen Elizabeth, you are welcomed by endless golden savannah. Go for evening game drive with high chances of spotting herds of elephants, buffaloes, and elegant antelopes grazing.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Aardvark Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Game safari at kasenyi plains in search for all wildlife of Queen Elizabeth, Afternoon, Boat Cruise
Game safari at kasenyi plains in search for all wildlife of Queen Elizabeth, Afternoon, Boat Cruise
Rise up early to go for a morning game drive. Queen Elizabeth is covered by Savannah vegetation, humid forests, lakes and fertile wetlands which makes it the ideal habitat for a variety of wildlife species like buffaloes, elephants, warthogs, baboons and Lions. It also has over 600 bird species. You will catch-up with the early risers and predators returning to their hideouts. You will most likely meet grazing Hippos, Elephants, Lions, spotted Hyenas, bush buck, water buck, stripped jackal, comical warthogs and the elusive leopard. You will visit the Katwe salt lake. Later in the afternoon, you will go for a boat ride on Kazinga Channel. The Kazinga Channel is home to many of the captivating species that inhabit the park and taking a boat ride along it gives you big chances to cruise just meters from the enormous hippos and buffalos while elephants linger on the shores crocodiles, and many other water animals. Later return to your accommodation for an overnight as we plan for next day.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Aardvark Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Chimpanzees tracking at Kyambura, After Trekking, Transfer to Bwindi N Park, for Gorilla Encounters,
Chimpanzees tracking at Kyambura, After Trekking, Transfer to Bwindi N Park, for Gorilla Encounters,
In the morning, you will head down into the dramatic Kyambura Gorge for an unforgettable chimpanzee tracking experience. Known as the "Valley of Apes," this underground rainforest is a hidden wonder where chimpanzees swing through the deep riverine canopy. Hearing their echoes and watching them in their wild habitat is truly magical. After this thrilling trek, we will transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the endangered Mountain Gorillas. Your scenic journey takes you through rolling green terraced hills and winding mountain roads. You will arrive at the breathtaking Lake Mutanda for your overnight stay. Set on a peninsula, this place offers stunning, unobstructed views of the pristine majestic Virunga Volcanoes or Mgahinga national Park. Relax on the wooden deck as the sun sets over the water, providing the perfect, peaceful atmosphere as to rest and recharge before your epic gorilla trekking adventure to meet up with the gentle Giants.
- Main Destination:
- Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Mutanda Lake Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Meet up Gardeners of Bwindi, Gorilla Tracking in UNESCO World Heritage site & Transfer to Bunyonyi,
Meet up Gardeners of Bwindi, Gorilla Tracking in UNESCO World Heritage site & Transfer to Bunyonyi,
After an early breakfast, you will head to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering the ancient, misty valleys of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Tracking the legendary Mountain Gorillas through the dense, tangled jungles is a deeply moving, once in a lifetime adventure. Coming face to face with these gentle giants in their natural wild habitat is an absolute privilege that will leave you speechless. No exact time that is told of walk but you will spend one unforgettable hour watching them play, feed, and groom just meters away after finding them in their location. Following this magical encounter, we will transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, famously known as the Place of Little Birds. This scenic drive twists through dramatic terraced hills and beautiful local villages. Arriving at the lake, you are welcomed by breathtaking panoramic views of its 29 emerald islands. It is the perfect, tranquil paradise to relax, reflect, swim, and completely unwind after your rewarding trekking.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transfer from Lake Bunyonyi with short drive via lake Mburo to search for Zebras, & Back to Entebbe,
Transfer from Lake Bunyonyi with short drive via lake Mburo to search for Zebras, & Back to Entebbe,
After early breakfast overlooking the misty islands, we begin our journey from Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe. This spectacular drive features a thrilling short detour through Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's smallest savannah hidden gem. As we enter the park's rolling acacia woodlands, we will go in search of majestic plains zebras and the towering Rothschild's giraffes grazing peacefully. Hopefully we spot massive herds of impalas, topis, and elands roaming the beautiful landscapes. This brief wildlife loop adds an extra layer of magic to your final day. Following this wild game drive, we proceed toward Entebbe with a rewarding stop at the Equator crossing from the south to North. Here, you can stand in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres, capture memorable photos, and enjoy a delicious lunch. You will also have time to browse the craft shops for unique souvenirs. Afterward, we continue the final leg of our drive through green countryside, arriving in the evening for your drop off.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
