16 Days Uganda Adventure Tour - Gorillas, Chimps & Wildlife Safari Uganda

TINERARY
Day 1: Arrival - Entebbe -Kampala
On arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from Primates Adventure Company will then transfer you to Kampala for the over night at Cassia Lodge / The Lodge

 

Day 2: Kampala - Murchison Falls National Park.
After breakfast, you are on your way North to Murchison Falls National Park having a break at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola to view the Rhinos. Uganda's Rhinos became extinct in the early 1980s, after a period of civil unrest and heavy poaching. This sanctuary has now been established to breed black and white rhino, and restore Rhino populations in Uganda's protected areas in a later stage.

 

The sight of the Nile River, the world's longest river, winding its way through the park and plunging through a narrow gap is unforgettable. Overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge/ Sambiya River Lodge

Day 3: Murchison Falls.
Enjoy an early morning game drive to the rolling plains expecting Lions, Giraffe, Hartebeest, Buffalo, Elephant, etc. For the birders amongst you, these areas support the Secretary Bird, Black Chested Snake Eagle, Tawny and Marshal Eagles Carmine and Swallow Tailed Bee-Eaters, to pick just a few. This is a beautiful drive across Borassus Palm Forest and grassland savannah down to Lake Albert where the Albert Nile heads north to the Sudan.

This afternoon, you will go for a boat trip to the foot of Murchison Falls where the Nile thunders through a small 7-meter gap, or down river to the delta where the Nile empties into Lake Albert. This is an experience not to be missed! The banks of the Nile are home to many species. You may see huge Nile Crocodiles, big Pods of Hippos and other wildlife that may come down to drink from the river. Return to the lodge for your dinner and an overnight.

Day 4: Top of the falls - Kibale
Early game drive to the Top of Murchison Falls where you can have a close look in to the gorge where the Nile squeezes in to a 7 meter gorge dropping 40 meters. The falls are spectacular and thunderous with a beautiful rainbow displayed on sunny days. Then head for Kibale Forest National Park. Kibale Forest is a large protected block of rainforest, which has the highest number of primates in Africa such as Chimpanzees, Grey Cheeked Mangabey, Red Tailed monkey and Red Colobus. Dinner and overnight at Mountains of the Moon Hotel

Day 5: Chimp trekking and Bigodi walk
Enjoy chimpanzee tracking in the Kibale forest, expect to see a lot of interesting bird species e.g. Green-breasted Pitta, Blue Turaco, Grey-Throated Flycatcher, Masked & Black-Capped Apalis', Chestnut-Winged Starling, Orange -Tufted & Tiny Sunbirds among others. Dinner and over night at Mountains of the Moon Hotel

Day 6: Kibale - Semliki Valley Wildlife Reserve
Semuliki valley is known as the "Garden of Eden" with magnificent views of the River Semliki meandering to Lake Albert. Activities in this park include a game drive and a visit to the Sempaya hot springs - interestingly you can boil your eggs ready for eating in the gushing hot springs in a matter of 15 minutes. Overnight at Semuliki Safari Lodge

 

Day 7: Semliki Valley
After breakfast, you will experience a day of real discovery. Early morning Chimpanzee tracking in the Gallery Forest of the Mugiri River and then afterwards go and visit a local community in the foothills of the Rwenzoris - the inhabitants are looking forward to welcoming and entertaining you. Later transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge / Ihamba Safari Lodge

 

Day 8: Queen Elizabeth National park - Game drive
Enjoy an early morning game drive and in the afternoon a boat cruise along Kazinga Channel expecting to see a cross section of wildlife in the park.. Dinner and overnight stay in Mweya Lodge / Ihamba Safari Lodge

 

Day 9: Game drive in Ishasha
In the morning transfer to Ishasha Game Reserve in search for tree-climbing lions which begin climbing trees when it begins shinning. Later transfer to Bwindi. Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Forest Camp / Buhoma Community Rest Camp

 

Day 10: Gorilla Tracking - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
This morning you will have to wake up very early to get ready for Gorilla tracking. Do not forget to take your lunch boxes and all the necessary gear to track the rare Mountain Gorilla, perhaps one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. There are now only 650 left in the world! The tracking may take between 2 and 6 hours but its well worth the effort. There are always park guides with you who interpret the flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the Gorillas. In the afternoon relax at the camp or go for a Village walk to visit the Local Batwa Community walk returning to the Camp in the evening. Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Forest Camp / Buhoma Community Rest Camp

 

Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi boat cruise
In the morning transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for an afternoon boat cruise. Dinner and overnight at Arcadia Cottages

 

Day 12: Transfer to Lake Mburo

After breakfast transfer to Lake Mburo. Enjoy an evening nature walk in the park. Expect to see topis, zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, baboons and different antelope species including the impalas plus various savanna related birds. Dinner and overnight at Arcadia Cottages /Rwonyo Budget Camp

 

Day 13: Lake Mburo - Kampala
After an early morning breakfast you will have a guided nature walk and a game drive and later transfer back to Kampala. Over night at Cassia Lodge or The Lodge

Day 14: Depart to Ngamba Island

After breakfast our guide will transfer you Entebbe for a motorized boat to Ngamba Island. This is a 45 minutes sail on Lake Victoria to this beautiful Island. Overnight at Ngamba Island Camp

Day 15: Forest walk
For those who have had the required set of medical inoculations, a forest walk with the chimps is a unique experience. The playful chimps climb on you, pull your hair, or just walk along holding your hand! (Clients must have specific up to date vaccinations for this activity, which is restricted to three people at any one time, and should ask for further details before booking). After this wonderful experience return to the mainland at Entebbe. Dinner and overnight at Lake Victoria Hotel

Day 16: Departure

This day is reserved for a Kampala city tour and an airport transfer for your scheduled flight.

The price Quotation includes;

The cost of all ground transportation and Fuel
Gorilla trek and permit @ $500 each
Chimpanzee tracking
Full time safari guide and his associated expenses
Park entrance fees
Accommodation and meals
Boat trips
Forest walk
Chimp viewing
Cano ride
Game drives and other related activities
But it excludes; Items of personal nature like Laundry, Beers, tipping of staffs at the lodges

 

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