Tour
Summary/ Features:
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is located in southwestern
Uganda on the edge of the western rift valley covering
331 sq. kms. It is one of the largest natural forests
in East Africa, supporting a large number of plants
and animals not found elsewhere. About half the world's
population of 600 mountain gorillas reside in Bwindi.
Queen Elizabeth National Park's diverse Eco-system of
grassy plains, tropical forest, rivers, swamps, lakes
and volcanic craters is home to an incredible abundance
of wildlife. Game drives in this park, with the massive
Rwenzoris as a backdrop provides excellent opportunities
to see lion, leopard, giant forest hog, cape buffalo,
elephants, de fassa waterbuck, Uganda Kob, Topi and
bush buck.
ARRIVAL
Meet on arrival at Entebbe International Airport and
transfer to your Hotel in Kampala.
Day 01:
Meet and greet at 0730 hrs. Drive west,
with a stopover at the Equator for photos, through volcanic
formations of the Western Rift Valley towards Queen
Elizabeth National Park. The descent reveals a stunning
panorama of Lakes George and Edward amidst game-filled
plains. In the evening, proceed for a unique 2-hour
boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward.
The trip passes through possibly the highest hippo concentration
in Africa and many mammals may be seen drinking at the
water's edge. The cruise offers an excellent platform
for photography and game viewing. The birdlife is colorful
and abundant. For dinner and overnight return to Mweya
Safari Lodge that is beautifully situated on a bluff
overlooking the Kazinga Channel and Lake Edward.
Day 02:
Two game drives today. Queen Elizabeth
National Park's diverse Eco-system of grassy plains,
tropical forest, rivers, swamps, lakes and volcanic
craters is home to an incredible abundance of wildlife.
Game drives in this park, with the massive Rwenzoris
as a backdrop provides excellent opportunities to see
lion, leopard, giant forest hog, cape buffalo, elephants,
defassa waterbuck, Uganda Kob, Topi and bush buck. These
two game drives and the boat trips (taken prior) are
a memorable method of discovering a vast array of Ugandan
wildlife.
Day 03:
After breakfast depart for Maramagambo
Forest, visitors can climb through tropical forest and
catch a glimpse of a variety of primates, including
chimpanzee. Visit the Bat Caves and the " Blue
Lake". Drive through the "Switzerland of Africa"
area known as the Kigezi Highlands with its terraced
hillside and winding roads to Kisoro or Bwindi. Dinner/overnight
at the respective property.
Day 04:
Early morning entry into Gorilla sanctuary.
This rainforest is spectacular. It offers a dramatic
steeply forested landscape and is incredibly dense,
criss-crossed by numerous animal trails allowing access
to tourists. Mammals include the endangered Mt. gorillas,
rare golden monkey, buffalo, elephant, black-fronted
duiker, bushbuck, leopard, giant forest hog etc. This
park is best known for the fascinating gorillas. The
time taken and the terrain vary according to the movements
of these marvelous primates. The thrill of observing
the gorillas is a rare, moving, exciting adventure.
The gorilla is a shy and peaceful animal. Dinner and
overnight at Buhoma Homestead .
Day 05:
Leisurely drive back to Kampala with
a stopover in Mbarara for Lunch.
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- Tour
prices will be availed to you on request. Fill
our booking form for
your price qoutation.
Package
Includes:
- Transport based on a safari minibus with
pop up roof for game viewing.
- Park entry fee.
- Service of an English-speaking driver guide.
- Game drives as per the Itinerary.
- Driver allowances and park fees for vehicle
and driver.
- Government taxes.
Package
Excludes:
- Extras at the lodges: tips, drinks, telephone,
laundry or any other personal expenses.
- We
also offer other services like hotel booking,
car rentals and flights bookings/air ticketting
which we can organise for you with your tour
enquiry.
- We
can arrange camping safaris for budget travellers,
30% discount for group travellers.
- All
Safaris begin and end in Kampala unless on request.
- We
can tailor make these safaris to suit you.
For more information contact us via email: info@oleisafaris.com Telephones: +256-414 340758, +256-772431987
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