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Unforgettable Flying Adventure in Uganda

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From $6,200/pp

Uganda

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7 days

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Unforgettable Flying Adventure in Uganda

Do you know that this trip introduces you to our closest human cousins? Curious! Get set, prepare your mind, let’s go on an adventure!! This trip engages all your senses and uplifts your soul, combined with all the best that this Safari has to offer. This adventure takes you to Uganda’s most visited and enjoyed National Parks. Here you will experience thrilling moments with the majestic Mountain Gorillas, our closest human relations in The Bwindi Gorilla National Park, as well as the memorable experience observing the tree climbing lions as you observe these wild residents submerge themselves into the branches in Ishasha. This will all be combined with numerous game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you will see more of the abundant wildlife including Elephant, Leopard, various Antelopes, Buffalo and be enthralled by the beautiful and fantastic landscapes. You will also relax along The Kazinga Channel during a boat cruise, where for 2-3 hours you will witness the wildlife that surrounds the waters, such as Hippo, Crocodiles, and many more spectacular water birds. And finally, the great apes - Chimpanzees! We will be waiting to offer you fascinating and unforgettable moments during this trip. You will be able to track them, listen to them play in the forest and observe them in their natural habitat. Let’s go…..! Begin Every day the way Nature has intended.

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Do you know that this trip introduces you to our closest human cousins? Curious! Get set, prepare your mind, let’s go on an adventure!! This trip engages all your senses and uplifts your soul, combined with all the best that this Safari has to offer. This adventure takes you to Uganda’s most visited and enjoyed National Parks. Here you will experience thrilling moments with the majestic Mountain Gorillas, our closest human relations in The Bwindi Gorilla National Park, as well as the memorable experience observing the tree climbing lions as you observe these wild residents submerge themselves into the branches in Ishasha. This will all be combined with numerous game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you will see more of the abundant wildlife including Elephant, Leopard, various Antelopes, Buffalo and be enthralled by the beautiful and fantastic landscapes. You will also relax along The Kazinga Channel during a boat cruise, where for 2-3 hours you will witness the wildlife that surrounds the waters, such as Hippo, Crocodiles, and many more spectacular water birds. And finally, the great apes - Chimpanzees! We will be waiting to offer you fascinating and unforgettable moments during this trip. You will be able to track them, listen to them play in the forest and observe them in their natural habitat. Let’s go…..! Begin Every day the way Nature has intended.

Itinerary

Day 1

Warm Welcome to Entebbe airport & transfer to Bwindi via Kihihi Airstrip

You will arrive in Uganda via Entebbe International Airport. Our welcoming guide will escort you to the Aerolink airplane as you take your domestic flight to Kihihi airstrip, this flight is roughly 1 hour.

On arrival, our representative will collect you and begin the drive to Bwindi Gorilla National Park, sharing his knowledge and briefing you on the encounters on route. Check in at the hotel, relax and enjoy your first African sunset.

A Warm Welcome to Uganda! After a fun filled Domestic Flight to Kihihi Airstrip, a short road transfer will take you to your hotel to relax for the evening

Activities

  • Domestic Flight To Kihihi Airstrip
  • Transfer From Kihihi Airstrip To Bwindi

Accommodation

Bwindi Lodge

Day 2

Ultimate Gorilla Tracking Experience

You will be welcomed to this new day, with a delicious breakfast, as you warm up, and get your cameras ready for the wonderful and long awaited moment.

You will get your packed lunch from the hotel, and then head to the Gorilla tracking briefing point where you will meet your professional rangers who will brief you about the details of this exciting excursion. You will begin your walk through the jungle, as you search and track the mountain gorillas. During this activity, you will be given time to enjoy a face to face encounter as you witness the interactions with the gorillas (our closest human friends).

In the afternoon, you will be guided to the nature walk and cultural encounter, where you will have the opportunity to visit the local communities. You will also have the option to do some shopping or purchase some souvenirs, taste the local food and learn some basket weaving.

You will then head back to the hotel for relaxation and have your dinner with an overnight stay at the lodge.

The Ultimate Gorilla Trekking experience with an optional Community excursion in the afternoon

Activities

  • Gorilla Trekking

Optional Activities

  • Community Cultural Experience

Accommodation

Bwindi Lodge

Day 3

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park with Tree Climbing Lions in Ishasha

You will wake in the morning with a hearty breakfast, and then take a 3-4 drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park with your packed lunch to enjoy on route. You will enter through Ishasha in the Southern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you will have the memorable experience of witnessing the Tree Climbing Lions!

Watch in amazement as these giants submerge themselves into the branches, as they relax, and search for their next hunt. On top of this incredible sighting, you will have the fantastic savanna landscapes, and thereafter, you will proceed to the lodge in the evening. Check in and relax, enjoy a traditional African dinner and overnight stay.

Time to witness the incredible Tree Climbing Lions of Queen Elizabeth National Park

Activities

  • Game Drive

Accommodation

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Day 4

Morning Game drive & Afternoon Boat Cruise

This is another busy, adventurous day where you will wake up to a lovely breakfast, and head into the jungle to the medley of wonders. We will be driving to Kasenyi plains, where you will be welcomed by a number of our local wild residents. As you relish in the beautiful morning sunrise, observing the abundant wildlife emerge from the savanna plains. Among the animals expected include prides of Lions, herds of Elephants, Buffalo, Antelope and many others.

After this 3-5 hour encounter with our wild animals, you will return to the lodge for your lunch, and then head to the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward and Lake Gorge. During this 2-3 hour boat cruise, you can expect to see a number of water life, colourful birds and other wildlife. The animals include; Hippo, Crocodile, as well as other animals that come to drink water including Elephant, Buffalo and others. Birds include: African Fish Eagle, Hemerkop, Kingfishers and many others.
You will then head back to the lodge to relax, have your dinner and overnight stay.

Watch the sun rise over the Kasenyi Plains, followed by an afternoon spent cruising down the Kazinga Channel

Activities

  • Morning Game Drive
  • Afternoon Boat Cruise

Accommodation

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Day 5

Visit Kyambura Gorge for Chimpanzee Tracking, then Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

You will wake in the morning with an African breakfast, and then head out for Chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge. You will take a walk through this outstanding Gorge to visit the chimpanzees, as you have the opportunity to observe and encounter their behaviours.

After tracking the chimpanzee, you will then drive back to the lodge, for your lunch then checkout. We will then drive for roughly 2 hours to Kibale Forest National Park. This drive will take you through Queen Elizabeth’s Kasenyi side, driving on the snake like roads of Uganda, surrounded by the outstanding, and fantastic views of the savanna grasslands. You will also view The Mount Rwenzori ranges giving you a glimpse, engaging your mind and uplifting your soul.

Checkin from the hotel, relax and enjoy your tasty dinner, overnight stay as you wait for the next day.

Exciting Chimpanzee Tracking in the morning before your transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Activities

  • Chimpanzee Tracking

Accommodation

Primate Lodge Kibale

Day 6

Ultimate Chimpanzee Tracking Experience & Bigodi Community Walks.

You are now welcomed again to the Primate capital of the world, Kibale National Park, where you are going to have a truly memorable time. Here you will wake up in the morning with your delicious breakfast, as you ease into the day.

You will get a packed lunch from the hotel to enjoy during the day's exciting adventure. Only a 5 minute drive to the Kalinzu Chimpanzee briefing point. You will be briefed about this activity, and then take a walk into the tropical rainforest, as you observe the wildlife and the chimpanzees as the absolute highlight. This excursion engages all your senses as you will observe the primates Chimpanzees and various monkeys, as well as many birds like the Turacco.

Thereafter, you will head to the lodge for a little relaxation, and then head to Bigodi Community Walks, for more bird spotting, iron melting, cultural activities, and much more! Then head back to the lodge, to enjoy the evening, rest your mind and have your dinner. Overnight stay, as you wait for the next day.

View the Primates up close during your Chimpanzee Trekking adventure, then spend the afternoon involved in various activities at Bigodi Community Walks

Activities

  • Chimpanzee Tracking
  • Bigodi Community Walks

Accommodation

Primate Lodge Kibale

Day 7

Transfer Back to Kampala

You are now welcomed to the last day of this outstanding and once in a lifetime experience. Where we can either take a 4 hour drive through the snake like roads (zig zag roads) surrounded by the fantastic view of the tea plantations, or take a 30 minute Domestic Flight to Entebbe International Airport.

Thanks for choosing this rewarding safari in Uganda.

Final Goodbye after a memorable experience.

Activities

  • Road Transfer To Kampala

Optional Activities

  • Domestic Flight To Entebbe Airport

What's Included

Accommodation

All Accommodation as per itinerary

Ground Transport

All Transfers as per itinerary

Flights

Domestic Flights as specified in itinerary

Meals

Meals as per itinerary

Created by
Keneth Hafasha

I am a Tour and Safari expert, Conservationist, as well as a Wildlife and Nature Lover. Based in Uganda, East Africa, together with my team at Kenlink Tours & Travel, we are able to organise exciting adventures over Easten Africa. Kenlink Tours & Travel is a destination management company (DMC) based in Uganda, arranging Safaris in East Africa, including Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda. We are passionate about travel and taking you on your dream adventure!

Uganda is a land locked country located in East Africa, and covers an area of more than 241,000 square Kilometres. With over 1078 bird species, an abundance of Wildlife including Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, and many others. Uganda is also home to a number of primates; like the Chimpanzees - you will have a 95% chance of finding and engaging with them during your Chimpanzee Tracking activity.

More than 51% of the world’s Gorilla population also call Uganda home, most can be found in The Bwindi Forest National Park and Mgahinga National Park, both located in the South Western parts of the country.

We can organise combinations of experiences, including; Wildlife Safaris, Gorilla and/or Chimpanzee tracking safaris, Cultural tours, Hiking Tours, Boat Cruises etc.

Supporting the local communities: Our trips do not focus on profit but more so supporting and uplifting the Local Communities. We do this by assisting orphans, with help of school fees, shelter, medication and others facilities. Conservation: Another target is supporting the Conservation efforts in Uganda, protecting the wildlife, animals and trees that I hold so dear.

I believe that, when you travel to new places, you will be permanently changed by both the new environment and the chance to engage with new people. I love to share in these travel experiences with my guests, to watch them fall in love with my country and its people.

I speak both English and Swahili, but between my team - we can accommodate Tours in French, German, Dutch, Italian and Japanese!

Allow me to take you to the peal of Africa on the ultimate Safari!

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