Kwezi Outdoors

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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

Arrival in Uganda

Arrival in Uganda

Karibu! (Welcome in Swahili) Welcome to Uganda the Pearl of Africa, where adventure awaits in every corner. A representative of Kwezi Outdoors will meet you at the airport before you transfer to your hotel. As you step onto the enchanting landscapes of Uganda for your safari, get ready to witness the breathtaking beauty of our wildlife and nature. From the iconic gorillas to the majestic elephants, your journey promises moments of awe and wonder.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
The Boma Entebbe
  • Mid-range guest house located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Transfer from Entebbe to Kibale the Chimp Capital

Transfer from Entebbe to Kibale the Chimp Capital

Set off early in the morning for your drive to the Uganda's southwestern Highlands. The journey takes you through farmland, rolling hills and plains. Then through forests, villages and tea plantations to your safari lodge near the rainforest of Kibale. In the afternoon take a nature walk in the Bigodi Wetland which is a sanctuary for colorful birds, and monkeys. The wetland sanctuary found next to the national park is a preview of what to expect when you go trekking in the park.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit December to February and June to July
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
LionRare to None
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Track chimpanzees in Kibale

Track chimpanzees in Kibale

Kibale National Park is most famous for the high concentration of chimpanzees. Your expert guide will share the secrets of the chimps, forest dwellers, and the sights and sounds that make Kibale one of the loveliest and most varied parks in Uganda. Also look out for other primates such as L’Hoest’s, red colobus, red-tailed and blue monkeys.
After lunch drive farther south crossing the equator into the southern hemisphere and to the Queen Elizabeth National Park. In the afternoon you will take a water safari on the Kazinga Channel and get close to the wildlife and birds along the waterway. The Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway, connects Lake George and Lake Edward. It attracts large populations of hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds. Boat cruises along the channel offer visitors a chance to witness wildlife up close and enjoy the picturesque landscapes.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Seek out the Big 4 of Queen Elizabeth National Park

Seek out the Big 4 of Queen Elizabeth National Park

Game drives start out early before sunrise so you are there just as the wildlife begins the new day. Look out for some of Africa's Big 5 like the elephants, buffalo, lions and leopards. The hunters and hunted are all out so it is great time for photography or simply enjoy the wildlife. Queen Elizabeth National Park, located in southwestern Uganda, is one of the country's premier wildlife destinations. The park is situated in the Western Rift Valley and encompasses diverse landscapes, including savannah, forests, wetlands, and crater lakes. It is renowned for its diverse wildlife, the park is home to a wide array of species, including elephants, buffalos, lions, leopards, and various antelope species. The Ishasha sector of the park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, a unique behavior not commonly observed in other lion populations.
In the afternoon transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National 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
Accommodation:
Ride 4 a Woman
  • Budget guest house located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Precious moments with the mountain gorillas

Precious moments with the mountain gorillas

This is the day that only one who has experienced it can describe. Today you get intimate and close with a family of the endangered mountain gorillas of Uganda. The tracking begins with a briefing on do's and don'ts by the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers - the custodians of this ancient home. Your visit will allow you to meet gorilla mothers, and baby gorillas play and move around as the family feeds.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site home to gorillas, over 350 bird species, and ancient plants. Bwindi is renowned for its dense and pristine tropical rainforest, which is home to one of the most endangered species on Earth—the mountain gorillas.
After one hour with the gorilla family, you leave the jungle. Spend the afternoon on a community tour to meet the locals as they go about their lives.

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

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

Accommodation:
Ride 4 a Woman
  • Budget guest house located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Transfer to Entebbe

Transfer to Entebbe

Set out early in the morning for the transfer to Entebbe. This is a long drive but scenic as you move from the highlands to the plains of western Uganda. You will make a stopover at the equator as you cross over from the southern to the northern hemisphere. You arrive in Entebbe late afternoon.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
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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  • This tour is offered by Kwezi Outdoors, not SafariBookings.
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  • 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.
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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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