CharisUS Flying Uganda Safari
8 days—Gorilla tracking, tree climbing lions, chimpanzee trekking,boat cruise- bottom of the falls
$4508-8202 USD
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Safari summary
10 Days Flying Uganda Safari Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth,Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe Airport : Welcomed and transferred to your accommodation in Entebbe.
Day 2: Entebbe – Bwindi National Park :Drive to Kajansi for your domestic flight to Western Uganda - Kihihi A guided nature walk.
Day 3: Bwindi Impenetrable -Gorilla tracking,Community walk to the Batwa.
Day 4: Bwindi National Park – Queen Elizabeth National Park : Transfer you to Queen Elizabeth National Park by road.A game drive in search of the famous tree climbing lions.
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park : A game drive to find the lions and their prey,a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.
Day 6: Queen Elizabeth – Kibale Forest National Park : Transfer by road to head towards Fort Portal by road via the Crater Lakes.
Day 7: Kibale Forest & Bigodi Swamp : A sensational chimp tracking! Kibale Forest, transfer to the Bigodi Swamp.
Day 8: Kibale Forest – Entebbe – Murchison Falls National Park : Transfer to Kasese Airstrip (1.5-2 hour drive) where your domestic flight will be waiting for you. Fly to Entebbe International Airport and from here you will continue directly to Pakuba Airstrip in Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy a sunset cruise with snacks and an evening drink of your choice.
Day 9: Murchison Falls National Park : After an early breakfast go for a game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, with chances of seeing giraffes, elephants, lions, hartebeest and different species of birds. In the afternoon the safari will be continued with a boat cruise on the river Nile for game viewing at close quarters. Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge (deluxe room).
Day 10: Murchison Falls National Park – Entebbe – Departure :Transfer to Pakuba Airstrip for your flight back to Entebbe.
End of Charis Uganda Safaris Flying Uganda Safari.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Primate trekking | |
Activity level | Moderate activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe Airport : Welcomed and transferred to your accommodation in Entebbe. Overnight at The Boma (B&B).
Day 2
Day 2: Entebbe – Bwindi National Park : Early in the morning, drive to Kajansi for your domestic flight to Western Uganda. From Kihihi Airstrip you will be transferred by road (1 hour) to the home of the endangered mountain gorillas. Check in at the lodge and enjoy a delicious lunch. In the afternoon join a guided nature walk for a first introduction with Uganda’s unique flora and fauna. Dinner and overnight at Mahogany Springs.
Day 3
Bwindi Impenetrable
Day 3: Bwindi Impenetrable -Gorilla tracking : Meeting with the gentle giants of Bwindi! Expect to walk a long distance in steep and muddy conditions, sometimes with rain overhead, before you encounter any gorillas. But it will definitely be worthwhile as you observe them closely while they eat, play and rest. A unique and unforgettable experience! Community walk to the Batwa. Dinner and overnight at Mahogany Springs.
Day 4
Queen Elizabeth
Day 4: Bwindi National Park – Queen Elizabeth National Park : After a calm breakfast meet , our representative who will transfer you to Queen Elizabeth National Park by road. The southern sector of this protected game reserve is called Ishasha and only a 2 hours drive. Check in and enjoy lunch at the lodge before going on a game drive in search of the famous tree climbing lions. Dinner and overnight at Ishasha Wilderness Camp.
Day 5
Queen Elizabeth
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park : A morning another game drive to find the lions and their prey. We then depart the southern part and head towards the Mweya Peninsula with a game drive en route. Have lunch at the lodge while overlooking the beautiful Kazinga Channel, a natural channel between Lake Edward and Lake George. In the afternoon we take on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, inclusive of snacks and drinks on board. Thanks to the abundant birdlife that is sighted, and the elephants, buffaloes and hundreds of hippos that are cooling off at the shores, this cruise will definitely be one of the highlights of your safari. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge (deluxe room).
Day 6
Kibale | Queen Elizabeth
Day 6: Queen Elizabeth – Kibale Forest National Park : After a calm breakfast we will depart the national park and head towards Fort Portal by road. Fort Portal rests in the shadow of the fabled Mountains of the Moon and is famous for the many tea plantations. From this lovely town we will continue to Kibale National Park, while passing the region of the Crater Lakes. Here we will explore some small lakes, before heading to our accommodation for tonight. Dinner and overnight at Primate Lodge Kibale (superior safari tent).
Day 7
Kibale
Day 7: Kibale Forest & Bigodi Swamp : A sensational chimp tracking! Kibale Forest which has a greatest variety and highest concentration of primates in East Africa. Enjoy a guided nature walk in the tropical rainforest in search of the wild chimpanzee, red-tailed monkey, black-and-white colobus monkey and many others. After lunch we transfer to the Bigodi Swamp which is initiated through the local community and is famous for the many species of birds and primates. Dinner and overnight at Primate Lodge Kibale (superior safari tent).
Day 8
Kibale | Murchison Falls
Day 8: Kibale Forest – Entebbe – Murchison Falls National Park : After breakfast – transfer to Kasese Airstrip (1.5-2 hour drive) where your domestic flight will be waiting for you. You will fly to Entebbe International Airport and from here you will continue directly to Pakuba Airstrip in Murchison Falls National Park. Transfer to the lodge to check in and relax. As the heat disappears from the day, enjoy a sunset cruise with snacks and an evening drink of your choice. Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge (deluxe room).
Day 9
Murchison Falls
Day 9: Murchison Falls National Park : After an early breakfast go for a game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, with chances of seeing giraffes, elephants, lions, hartebeest and different species of birds. In the afternoon the safari will be continued with a boat cruise on the river Nile for game viewing at close quarters. Dinner and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge (deluxe room).
Day 10
Kidepo Valley | Murchison Falls
Day 10: Murchison Falls National Park – Entebbe – Departure : Enjoy the final moments in the magical surroundings of Murchison Falls National Park before being transferred to Pakuba Airstrip for your flight back to Entebbe. Your flight departs at 13.45 hr and will arrive at Entebbe Airport at 16.30 hr. A day room at The Boma, including airport transfers, will be available until 21.00 hr to offer you the opportunity to freshen up, relax and have dinner before embarking on the final flight back home. Please contact our Tour Consultants for the detailed price information! Tip: Extend your stay with… … Game viewing in the exclusive and remote Kidepo Valley National Park (private charters available) … Relaxing on the idyllic Bulago Island in Lake Victoria with sandy beaches and tropical rainforest … Discovering the Source of the Nile while staying on a private island between the rapids Included in the price: Airport and airstrip transfers,Domestic flights by Aerolink per 11-seater Caravan (max. weight allowance 15 kg in soft luggage),Ground transport per private 4WD safari vehicle from
Day 4
day 4 till
Day 8
Kibale
day 8,Experienced English speaking driver/guide,Accommodation as described in the itinerary, based on a double room sharing,Meals as described in the itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner),Entrance and ranger fees for the national parks,Activities mentioned in the program,Permit for chimp tracking in Kibale Forest,Detailed Uganda map,VAT for upcountry hotel and lodge accommodations,Gorilla permit,AMREF Flying Doctors insurance Exclusions: International flight,Visa (USD $100),Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary,Items of personal nature,Laundry service,Tips Terms & conditions: The rates are in US dollars and subject to change,Availability of accommodation, permits and activities is not guaranteed until confirmation by your contact person of Great Lakes Safaris. Permits are sold on ‘first come first serve’ basis,Should any of the included accommodations not be available, Great Lakes Safaris reserves the right to substitute it with an alternative suitable accommodation, which might affect the final quoted price,Gorilla permits can only be secured after receiving the requested deposit,The chimp tracking may take place either in the morning or afternoon, depending on the availability of chimp permits.
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