Classical Uganda Safari
Safari Description:
This ultimate and memorable road and fly–in safari through Uganda visits many of top safari regions, renowned for primates, and includes a wonderful scenic flight to Bwindi, with three nights in the area to allow the opportunity of trekking gorillas twice, enjoying a community walk or some forest birding. There is also the chance for exciting chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest, game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park and bird–watching considered to be some of the best in Africa. This is all–round wildlife adventure and run as a scheduled safari with set departure dates and a small group size.
Safari Highlights:
Tracking mountain gorilla – an ultimate wildlife experience; exciting chimp tracking; cultural experience; scenic flight and all–round wildlife adventure and game viewing in Uganda.
Main Attractions:
Map & Short Itinerary:
Day 1 Hotel No.5 Entebbe
Days 2–4 Buhoma Lodge Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Days 5&6 Ishasha Wilderness Camp Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 7 Elephant Plains Lodge Queen Elizabeth National Park
Days 8&9 Primate Lodge Kibale Forest National Park
Day 10 Return to Entebbe
Length | 10 days |
Safari Type | Fly-In Safari |
Price From | US$ 5438 |
Countries | Uganda |
Accommodation | Accommodation |
Group Size | Maximum 6 people |
Single Supplement | Yes |
Please Note | Subject to availability of accommodation |
Departures | On Request |
Comfort Level:
Accommodation Comfort |
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1 Hotel No.5, Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the remainder of the day is free to relax or explore
Day 2 Buhoma Lodge, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
This morning, a wonderful scenic flight will take you from Entebbe to Kihihi airport and from here a 90minute drive through local villages and bumpy mountain roads takes you to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a World Heritage Site and one of East Africa’s richest eco–systems with over 120 mammal and 345 bird species. Perhaps best–known as being home to nearly half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas. Buhoma offers eco–friendly accommmodation overlooking this pristine rain forest
Day 3&4 Buhoma Lodge, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest GORILLA TRACKING
Today heralds one of the most rewarding and humbling wildlife activities – gorilla tracking and coming face to face with one of the intelligent and gentle giants is something words cannot aptly describe and it certainly worth the hike to get there. An hour is spent among the group as you watch the family group feed, relax or observe the youngsters playing or running around – like most youngsters, their energy seems boundless. Led by the male silverback, their power and size is daunting and really are gentle giants. On day 4 there is the option for a second visit or perhaps explore the Bwindi area on forest walks,visit local communities or the Batwa pygmy village. Sightings are not guaranteed (though are 95%) and the hike can be strenuous but it is a truly rewarding and memorable day.
Day 5&6 Ishasha Wilderness Camp, South Queen Elizabeth National Park
Onward to the Ishasha Community Uplift Project and immerse yourself with an interactive tour with local Ugandans, seeing a little of how they traditionally live before making our way to Queen Elizabeth National Park. There is a wealth of wildlife from famed tree–climbing lions, to endemic Uganda kob antelope, as well as huge herds of elephants and buffalo, as well as perennial and migratory birds. Day 6 brings a full day exploring this wonderful historic park known for its rich bio–diversity finishing off with a bush sun–downer
Day 7 Elephant Plains Lodge , North Queen Elizabeth National Park
Journeying north to the Mweya section of the park, enjoy a leisurely boat cruise along the famed Kazinga Channel – a haven for numerous birds, many of which migrate to warmer climes. The cruise also offers a spectacular view of local fishing villages and the gorgeous Mweya Peninsula.
Day 8&9 Primate Lodge, Kibale Forest National Park CHIMP TRACKING
A brief photo stop at the equator before continuing ot Kyambura Gorge and chimp tracking where the forest comes along at the noise and activity of chimps as they move quickly through the forest and treetops. As one of the closest relatives to humankind, watching their behaviour is both entertaining and perhaps a little unnerving! Note sightings are not guaranteed. You’ll also enjoy chimp tracking at Kibale! During your stay,in the wildlife–rich location, watch out for other primates including red–tailed monkey, diademed monkey, olive baboons an black & white colobus. It’s also a terrific loation for birds with around 300 species and up to 150 species of butterfly
Day 10 Entebbe
Return to Entebbe, arriving back in late afternoon