Umurage Eco Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Pick-Up And Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Pick-Up And Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up in Entebbe or Kampala and short briefing before setting off on your journey. Setting off west through Uganda’s countryside with a stop at the Equator line for photos have Lunch break en route in Fort Portal town.

Scenic overland drive into Queen Elizabeth National Park, taking in views of the Rwenzori mountain ranges.

Arrive, check in at Pumba Safari Cottages, and enjoy dinner overlooking the park.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Pumba Safari Cottages
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Queen Elizabeth Wildlif and Kasenyi Channel Cruise And Transfer to Bwindi

Queen Elizabeth Wildlif and Kasenyi Channel Cruise And Transfer to Bwindi

Embark on an early morning game drive across the Kasenyi plains to track lions, elephants, and antelopes, followed by an afternoon boat launch along the Kazinga Channel to observe hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds up close before taking a scenic drive south to Bwindi impenetrable national forest check in at Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Activities:
  • Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon boat trip
Accommodation:
Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Utimate Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Utimate Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early Morning breakfast transfer to Bwindi Park Headquarters for the morning safety briefing and allocation of gorilla families.

Start a guided trek into the dense rainforest canopy to track the gorilla family once you find them you are allowed to spend one magic hour observing a habituated mountain gorilla family in their habitat. After the magical hour with the gorillas you will return to base and meet your driver and drive back at your logde for lunch.

Afternoon relaxation at the lodge, option for a guided Batwa community walk, or rest at Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge for a second night.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Activities:
  • Early morning gorilla tracking
Accommodation:
Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer from Bwindi to Kampala / Entebbe & Airport Departure

Transfer from Bwindi to Kampala / Entebbe & Airport Departure

Depart Bwindi early in the morning after your breakfast for a long scenic return drive through the terraced Kigezi highlands, stopping for Lunch break at the Igongo Cultural Centre or local restaurant in Mbarara before arriving back in Kampala and transferring to Entebbe International Airport for your evening flight home or at your hotel of residence in Kampala.

Main Destination:
Kampala (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Umurage Eco Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.