The Shuttle Hospitality

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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

Transfer to Kibale national park via Fort Portal

Transfer to Kibale national park via Fort Portal

You have an early morning departure for the journey to Kibale Forest. We will pass close to Lake Albert. On a clear day, the view from the top of the Albert Rift is spectacular. In the afternoon, we will arrive at Kibale Forest, sleeping with the noises of the tropical rainforest.

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

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Turaco Treetops Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Chimpanzee tracking & Bigodi community Walk

Chimpanzee tracking & Bigodi community Walk

At 8 am, we will start with the 4-hour chimp walk after the pre-briefing. In addition, 10 other primates can be seen. The park is also known for all its butterflies and birds. In the afternoon, you will take a walk through the Bigodi swamp where physical fitness is encouraged.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Turaco Treetops Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

To Queen Elizabeth National Park

To Queen Elizabeth National Park

After a tasty breakfast, we leave Kibale National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park the oldest & second largest national park in Uganda located at the base of the massive Rwenzori Mountains, adjacent to lakes Edward & George. Covered by savannah plains that provide an abundance of game viewing like Elephants that trumpet when you get too close, lazy leopards laying in the sun, abundant gazelle and bush back, lions, buffaloes, hippos and others.

You will arrive at the lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park in time for lunch and after which you will embark on an afternoon game drive in this beautiful 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:
Buffalo Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Game drives & Boat trip on Kazinga Channel

Game drives & Boat trip on Kazinga Channel

IBegin your day with an early morning game drive, giving you the chance to explore the incredible wildlife and landscapes on the plains of Queen Elizabeth with thousands of Uganda kobs, lions, elephants. Afterward, return to the lodge for lunch.

In the afternoon, embark on a private boat cruise on Kazinga Channel, which lasts about 2 hours. The cruise will take you to the base of the spectacular waterfall, where you can enjoy the breathtaking view and animals on the water side.

Return to the lodge in the late afternoon to relax.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Buffalo Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Transfer to bwindi & Batwa trail

Transfer to bwindi & Batwa trail

In the morning, we will make a short game as we drive out of the park for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

The scenic route runs through a verdant countryside while you pass traditional homesteads and farms.

We will arrive at the lodge in Bwindi in time for lunch.

In the afternoon we will have a batwa community experience the rest of the evening.

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

Accommodation:
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Gorilla Tracking

Gorilla Tracking

Early morning, your guide will take you to the park HQ, at 7.45am you will be at the office of Bwindi impenetrable Forest for pre-briefing and allocation of gorilla families at 8.30am you will start the trek after finding the gorillas you will spend with them maximum 1 hour.

Once the formalities of what to do and not to do while tracking the gentle giants are communicated, you will head to the trail-head of the gorilla family you have been allocated.

At the trail-head, you will commence the trek, pushing your way through the undergrowth, to track the gorillas. (the trek can last from 2 hours to 8 hours.

Once back at the trail-head, your driver/guide will be waiting to take you back to the park HQ where you receive your tracking certificates (evidence of your contribution to the conservation of the majestic gorillas). From here, you return to the lodge.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Cross the Equator & Transfer to Entebbe Airport

Cross the Equator & Transfer to Entebbe Airport

You’ll embark on an 8hour journey back to Entebbe with the opportunity for a stopover on the equator for photoshoots and buying souvenirs.

You will reach in time for your check-in for your flight back home.

There is also an option of taking a flight from Bwindi to Entebbe for those who cant bare a long journey.

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
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 The Shuttle Hospitality, 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.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of The Shuttle Hospitality.