Of the two, who do you think have the best interesting behaviors? May be its Gorilla or Chimpanzee? This trip will exactly answer that. Traverse the western part of Uganda for a 5 days excursion for Gorilla in Bwindi and Chimpanzee in Kibale forest.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Depart from your Hotel, early morning at 7.00 am, to head the western part of Uganda. Your driver will be at your door to pick you up from your hotel. Drive through Kampala and escape the city to Masaka Road. At 08.30 am, stop at the equator on Masaka road. This is a chance to stand in two hemispheres of the world simultaneously. Take photographs, a chance for you to look at beautiful African crafts, not forgetting that you can send a post card to your friends and tell them that you were on an African safari. Continue the journey, arrive in Masaka town for Breakfast, you can have English tea/coffee, sambusa, what about African bananas, and great Ugandan pineapple. Head further west, pass through, Lyantonde Township and then through Lake Mburo National Park. You may have a chance to see the beautiful African Zebras by the roadside, and popular impala Kobs. Continue with the journey through Mbarara town; Another stopover here for Lunch. After lunch continue with the journey going further west, pass through the undulating landscape of western Uganda, commonly known as the Switzerland of Africa. A chance to take pictures of all this great African landscape that are found nowhere on the planet. You will notice the temperature changes as you are approaching Kabale town and Gorilla land in Bwindi. A short drive from town, will lead you to one of Africa’s thickest and the greenest environment. You will arrive in Bwindi park late evening, Check in the Buhoma Safari Lodge, relax, dinner and overnight. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 2: Wake up early morning, by 6.30 am and Breakfast will be ready at 7.00 a.m. At 7.30 am, your Gorilla trekking Guide will conduct a brief lesson on Gorilla trekking with other trekkers before you set off. Enter the sanctuary and enjoy the beauty and freshness of the forest, home of the mountain gorillas. Proceed through dense bush to trek for these endangered animals. You will move further and enter this unspoiled thick environment to discover the African natural treasures. Tour Guides will discover gorilla and you will indeed enjoy them. Their behaviors are unique. Gorilla trekking may take 3-6 hours. As you are moving in the trails, you will listen to music of nature. Birds will be flying and singing, butterflies of different colors will say hello. Your guide will be with you all the times to answer any question you may pose and of course to tell you the dynamics of nature that goes on in Bwindi Impenetrable National park. Other primates also live in the forest including the black-and-white Columbus monkey, red tail monkey and chimpanzee. Return to the Accommodation for dinner and overnight. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 3: Depart early morning after breakfast and head to Queen Elizabeth National park. This journey will take us 3-4hours. Queen Elizabeth N.P. is one of the outstanding treasures of Uganda. QENP has recently been designated a Biosphere Reserve for Humanity under UNESCO. The park covers a remarkable variety of eco-systems; from semi-deciduous tropical forest to green meadows, savannah and swamps. It is the home of the famous tree-climbing lions, the Uganda kob and other antelope as well as elephant, buffalo, hippos, baboons, and chimpanzee. Over 500 species of birds have been recorded here making it prime target for birdwatchers. Species recorded include the shoebill stork, black bee-eater, 11 types of kingfishers and a variety of raptors including several falcons and eagles. In the crater lakes, spectacular flocks of flamingos gather, creating the image of a moving pink carpet The launch trip along the Kizinga Channel between Lake George and Edward is a memorable way to view the variety of game in Queen Elizabeth. North of the main gate is the crater area, one of the most scenic parts of the park. To the East, in Kyambura Gorge, visitors can climb through tropical forest and catch a glimpse of a variety of primates. In the more isolated Ishasha sector of the park, search the woodlands for the tree-climbing lions perching on the boughs of ancient fig trees. To the Southeast, travelers can explore newly opened trails in Maramagambo forest. Arrive in the park late afternoon and check in Mweya safari lodge. The Mweya safari lodge is a world of its own in the jungle. Located in the middle of the park besides lake Edward, the lodge is well equipped with luxurious items, including a resident bar, swimming pool, restaurant. You will relax by the swimming pool or restaurant while viewing birds, insects and elephants besides the lake. In the evening you will take an evening game drive to see animals, return to the lodge, relax and over night. Accommodation is all full board. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 4: Wake up early morning, by 6.30 am, the African experience rocks again. Start a great game drive around the park. You have a wildlife guide with you, to tell you all about animals. This is a chance to see thousands of wildlife e.g., Monkeys, hyenas, lions, Elephants, Uganda Kobs, Warthogs, and thousands of beautiful birds. You will have a chance to view up to 604 different species of birds-the highest number of bird species to be found within any nature reserve in Africa. The game drive takes up to 4 hours around the park. Remember to pass with your Camera to electronically record this experience. Return for Breakfast at 10.00 a.m. After Breakfast head to a small park museum within the park, to learn about the history of the park. Relax after a 4-hour drive at the swimming pool. There is a bar besides the pool to grab a soft drink. After Lunch, at 3.00 pm, head to shores of Lake George to take one of the most fascinating boat cruise in the park. This Launch trip starts on Lake Edward and moves along Kazinga water channel. Other tourists from other countries will join you. A guide will be on the trip to answer every question. Lots of water animals, e.g. Crocodiles, Hippos, beautiful water birds, water buffalos, 65 year old Elephants, drinking water by the shores. You will have a chance to see a hippo at a closer range and say hello. This will be a perfect chance to record your African experience. The cruise takes two hours after which you will come back, and if time allows take an evening game drive. Drive back, relax, dinner and overnight. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 5: Depart to Kibale National Park, after breakfast. This will take you about 2-3 hour drive from Queen Elizabeth. You will pass by the footsteps of Mount Rwenzori, the highest mountain ranges in Africa. Proceed through, Kasese town and fort portal town and later drive to Kibale forest. This park is East African world of Chimpanzee. Check in Ndali lodge and experience African romantic experience. After lunch move to park headquarters and start your trek in search of Chimpanzee. The park is organized into trails that will help you walk well in a very fresh environment. The tour guides will show you the chimpanzee but other primates exist in the forest. This can take you up to 4 hours. Return to Ndali lodge, relax in the African Wild, dinner and over night. Included: (B), (L), (D).
Day 6: Wake up by 8 am, take breakfast, and afterwards Prepare to travel to Kampala. Drive out of the park and take a road through several fresh tea plantations. Various stops can be done for personal shopping of African crafts, which are quite cheaper in the countryside unlike Kampala. We shall arrive in Kampala, in the evening and drive straight to your Hotel. Included: (B), (L).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included:
- Ground transport;
- Park Entrance fees;
- Boat Cruises;
- Gorilla Permits;
- Full board accommodation in Luxurious safari lodges;
- Three meals and soft drinks each day;
- Nature walks;
- Chimpanzee trekking;
- English speaking tour Guide.
Not Included:
- Shopping;
- Tips.
Recommendations:
- Canvass shoes/Boots;
- Light Sweater;
- Sun glasses;
- Long-sleeved wares;
- Malaria vaccination.
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Africa
Uganda
Rainforest
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