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8 Days Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Lake Mburo

DAY 1

Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Kampala Met by our local guide for transfer to your hotel in Kampala. Entebbe is about 44kms from Kampala. You will remember that it was at Entebbe where the Israelis heroically released hostages that was on a hijacked Air France Airbus in 1976. This green breezy town was also the first capital of Uganda. We drive to Kampala where we stay for this night. Enjoy a sumptuous welcome dinner and drink at your hotel. ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE (ALL ON BED BREAKFAST BASIS) UPMARKET: EMIN PASHA MODERATE: MOSA COURTS HOTEL BUDGET TOURIST: HOLIDAY EXPRESS

DAY 2

Queen Elizabeth National Park After breakfast leave Kampala cross the equator, driving through Mbarara southwest towards Kasese town. Arrive in Queen Elizabeth National Park and check-in at Mweya Safari Lodge. Afternoon, set out on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel connecting lakes Edward and George. Here we will be greeted to an amazing display of abundant bird life around Mweya. More than 600 bird species have been recorded and what is thought to be the highest concentration of hippos in the entire African continent. ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE (ALL ON FULL BOARD BASIS) UPMARKET: MWEYA DELUXE MODERATE: KATARA LODGE BUDGET TOURIST: QUEEN ELIZABETH BUSH LODGE

DAY 3

Queen Elizabeth National Park We set out early in the morning for a game drive in the northern part of the park on the Kasenyi Track in search of lions, elephants, solitary buffaloes. This is the best time for opportunities of viewing the cats in action owing to the vast population of Uganda Kobs. We have an excellent chance to view just about every animal here at very close range. Later, return for breakfast and the rest of the morning can be spent at the pool side. After lunch, we set out to visit the Baboon cliff and the crater lakes north of the park. Have dinner and overnight at your accommodation. ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE (ALL ON FULL BOARD BASIS) UPMARKET: MWEYA DELUXE MODERATE: KATARA LODGE BUDGET TOURIST: QUEEN ELIZABETH BUSH LODGE

DAY 4

Kyambura Gorge, transfer to Bwindi Forest We set off early in the morning and head to the Kyambura wildlife reserve. Here we will be able to track the chimpanzee in the tropical rain forest. We hike into the Kyambura river gorge as we search for the chimps. The beautiful river valley is home to many species of birds and butterflies. Thereafter drive through stunning savannah grasslands as we head towards the breathtaking adventures of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. After check-in we go on guided tours looking for the many bird species available here. More than 230 different species of birds have been sighted. ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE (ALL ON FULL BOARD BASIS) UPMARKET: GORILLA FOREST CAMP MODERATE: ENGAGI LODGE BUDGET TOURIST: BUHOMA COMMUNITY CAMP OTHER OPTIONS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

DAY 5

Buhoma, Gorilla tracking Today enjoy surely. After breakfast, proceed for the morning briefing before enjoying the highlight of the trip- Gorilla trekking which may last the entire day. We trek through the rainforest and bamboo covered slopes, accompanied by a guide and trackers, in search of a mountain gorilla family. The walking can sometimes be tough and long, but when you catch a glimpse of the magnificent silverback, any discomforts will be totally forgotten. These gentle giants are highly endangered and anyone suffering even the slightest of ailments including a cough will not be allowed to go this trek. When sighted, visitors will be guided to within 6 metres from the gorillas, sit around them for a whole hour while gazing into their big round eyes. These giants are so powerful and can sometimes weigh up to 250kilos. Pictures with non flash zoom lens can be taken. We return to our accommodation for a good night's rest. Full board. ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE (ALL ON FULL BOARD BASIS) UPMARKET: GORILLA FOREST CAMP MODERATE: ENGAGI LODGE BUDGET TOURIST: BUHOMA COMMUNITY CAMP OTHER OPTIONS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

DAY 6

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Munyanga waterfall, birding walks We set out early morning walk through beautiful forest grasslands as we head towards the breathtaking adventures of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. We relax mid-morning as we take in the majesty of our surroundings. Heading to Munyanga water falls, we go on a guided tour looking for the many bird species available here. More than 230 different species of birds have been sighted here. This is to allow another group to go tracking in case permits are not on the same day. ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE (ALL ON FULL BOARD BASIS) UPMARKET: GORILLA FOREST CAMP MODERATE: ENGAGI LODGE BUDGET TOURIST: BUHOMA COMMUNITY CAMP OTHER OPTIONS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

DAY 7

Lake Mburo National Park After breakfast, we set out on a 4 hour drive to Lake Mburo National Park where we will go on a game drive in search of eland antelope, zebra, impala and many acacia- associated birds. We visit some of the five lakes within the park where hippos, crocodiles and variety of water birds will be seen. We return for lunch and a short rest. After lunch, we set out on a guided walk around the park and crown off the afternoon with a boat ride on the lake. We return to the camp for dinner and overnight stay. ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE (ALL ON FULL BOARD BASIS) UPMARKET: MIHINGO LODGE MODERATE: MANTANA LAKE MBURO CAMP BUDGET TOURIST: RWONYO CAMP

DAY 8

We complete our trip with the journey back to Kampala and onward transfer to the airport. --------------------- AVAILABE TOUR PRICE OPTIONS (includes Gorilla tracking permit per person $500): 1) UPMARKET: US$5986 for 1 single traveller on tour only (staying in a single room) US$3884 per person for two persons only (sharing in 1 room) US$3450 per person for three persons only(1 Twin & 1single) US$3299 per person for four persons only (sharing in 2 rooms) US$3143 per person for five persons only (2 Twin $ 1 single) US$3104 per person for six persons only (3 twin rooms) US$904 single room suppliment 2) MODERATE (MEDIUM PRICE): US$4513 for 1 single traveller on tour only (staying in a single room) US$3059 per person for two persons only (sharing in 1 room) US$2613 per person for three persons only(1 Twin & 1single) US$2468 per person for four persons only (sharing in 2 rooms) US$2365 per person for five persons only (2 Twin $ 1 single) US$2280 per person for six persons only (3 twin rooms) US$300 single room suppliment 3) BUDGET (LOWER PRICE): US$3893 for 1 single traveller on tour only (staying in a single room) US$2470 per person for two persons only (sharing in 1 room) US$2033 per person for three persons only(1 Twin & 1single) US$1886 per person for four persons only (sharing in 2 rooms) US$1726 per person for five persons only (2 Twin $ 1 single) US$1666 per person for six persons only (3 twin rooms) US$270 single room suppliment *Price includes meals indicated on programme, experienced driver/guide, accommodation as per programme, park fees for the various parks and activities, transport on tour as well as hotel transfers, entrance fees for tours mentioned in the programme. **Besides the dates availed below, you can book to join this tour anytime. Please contact us for more information.