$3,708 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Shoebill Tracking - Mabamba Wetland Sanctuary
Shoebill Tracking - Mabamba Wetland Sanctuary
You'll enjoy an early, sumptuous breakfast before departing for the one-of-a-kind shoebill stork experience in the Mabamba Wetland Sanctuary. The excursion lasts approximately 2 to 4 hours and begins with a scenic cruise across Lake Victoria toward the swamp.
Upon arrival at Mabamba, you’ll transfer into traditional local dugout canoes, expertly guided through the marsh channels as you search for the elusive shoebill, often referred to as a living dinosaur. You'll spend ample time observing and photographing this rare and fascinating bird in its natural habitat.
After the experience, you will return to your hotel for lunch and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Mabamba Swamp
- Accommodation:
- No.5 Boutique Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Fly to Kisoro
Fly to Kisoro
Kisoro is one of Uganda’s most magical regions, nestled amidst misty hills and lush forests. After an early morning wake-up, you'll catch your domestic flight to Kisoro. Upon arrival, our professional safari guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your luxurious lodge.
With the day still young, you may choose to relax and take in the serene forest surroundings, or enjoy optional activities such as a guided community walk. Breathe in the cool, fresh air filled with birdsong and keep an eye out for forest primates like the L’Hoest’s monkey and the black-and-white colobus monkey. Rest well as you prepare for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience that awaits you the next day.
- Main Destination:
- Kisoro (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Four Gorillas Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
You'll wake up early and prepare for this unforgettable adventure, ensuring you have everything you need, including rain gear, cameras, fully charged phones, and your packed lunch.
The trek takes almost 2 to 7 hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family you're tracking. Bwindi is not only home to mountain gorillas, but it also shelters a wealth of biodiversity, including Albertine Rift endemics such as the three-horned chameleon, rare birds, antelopes, and forest elephants can be seen.
Once you find the gorillas, you’ll be allowed to spend a magical 1hour observing and photographing these magnificent great apes in their natural habitat. Afterward, you’ll trek back to your starting point, filled with memories that will last a lifetime.
Later, after relaxation, you'll walk through the Batwa trail, listen to their stories, and dance to their tunes. You'll learn how they survived while in the forest before being evicted for gorilla conversations.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Four Gorillas Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
You'll wake up early morning, have breakfast. You'll go for a golden monkey trek in Mgahinga National Park. The same jungle attire is required, enough drinking water, snacks, and good hiking shoes. You will have a briefing by the ranger guide and later proceed to the jungle. It takes about 2-4 hours or sometimes more, depending on where they are located, and a 1-hour viewing. After the experience, you'll relax at the lodge. You will also have the option of visiting the community for great history and interaction.
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
Ikoro Hotel
Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Fly back to Entebbe
Fly back to Entebbe
You'll wake up lazily and have your bags ready. Your driver-guide drops you at the airstrip for your next domestic flight. Before going to the airport, you can refresh at the guest house as advised by our experts, or depending on your choice.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
