6 DAYS WILDLIFE QUEEN ELIZABETH & GORILLA TREKKING SAFARI, UGANDA- ENTEBBE

Early day Arrival at Entebbe International Airport.

Clearing with Immigration Offices at Entebbe.

Transfer to your hotel in Entebbe

Dinner & overnight stay. at your hotel.

(Accommodation:  No.5 Boutique Hotel)       

Alternate Hotel Stay: Protea Hotel by Marriott, Entebbe

Basis: On Bed and Breakfast

Northern Queen Elizabeth National Park

One of the most popular parks in Uganda, the Queen Elizabeth National Park lies in the western region of the country. In the northern part of the park, visitors can look forward to boating along the Kasinga Channel, which is home to the largest population of hippos in the world and an abundance of Nile crocodiles. Along the banks, an incredible number of birds and wild animals flock to the river’s edge. At Kyambura Gorge, fondly known as ‘Valley of the Apes’, chimpanzees are at home in a world of lush tropical rainforest spread with canopies, and three salty crater lakes are decorated with swathes of pink flamingos. On the western shore of Lake George, the vast Kasenyi Plains are inhabited by lions and several interesting bird species.

Day 1 and 2 planned Itinerary

• Begin the day with breakfast
• Transfer to Entebbe International Airport
• Flight to Kasese Airstrip.
• Estimated time of arrival at Kasese Airstrip.
• Transfer to your Lodge.
• Lunch at the Lodge.
• Evening game drive along Kasenyi Plains.
• Dinner and overnight stay at your Lodge.

(Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge)

Alternate Hotel Stay:  Buffalo Safari Lodge

1. Mweya Safari Lodge, Uganda:

Situated on a scenic peninsula in the heart of Queen Elizabeth National Park, offers a remarkable escape. Surrounded by the captivating Rwenzori Mountains, aptly named the 'Mountains of the Moon,' and overlooking the Kazinga Channel linking Lake George and Lake Edward, the lodge provides unparalleled views. With rooms offering stunning perspectives of the channel, guests are treated to a luxurious experience in the midst of wilderness. The lodge extends a range of activities and attractions, including game drives, boat trips, and wildlife viewing, ensuring an unforgettable safari adventure.

1. Buffalo Safari Lodge, Katunguru-Uganda

Buffalo Safari Lodge is located at the magical Kazinga Channel 1km off Kasese Mbarara road with spectacular views the Kazinga Channel and the savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. The resort boasts of a serene environment comprising of spectacular flora and fauna like elephants, buffalos, hippos, warthogs and a variety of bird species all at a glance of an eye. The resort boosts of good and experienced staff, a fully stocked bar and restaurant with a lounge that gives a spectacular view of Lake Rubirizi and Kazinga channel.

Activities:

Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth

This takes place in the open grasslands of Kasenyi in the Queen Elizabeth National Park. The park is a Primary Game Viewing area due to the variety of wildlife which Includes Antelopes, Elephants, Buffalos, and Lions. Visitors will be accompanied by an experienced guide able to track down these animals.

(Basis: On Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch)

• Start the day with a morning breakfast.
• Transfer to Kyambura Gorge for Chimpanzee trekking
• Kyambura Chimpanzee trekking starts.
• Return from the jungle to your lodge
• Lunch at your hotel.
• Afternoon Boat Trip on Kazinga Channel.
• Dinner and overnight stay.

Activities:

1. Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee Trekking

Kyambura Gorge is often referred to as the Valley of the Apes and is located on the edge of the Queen Elizabeth National Park in South Western Uganda.

Kyambura is well known for the stunning scenery and a vast bio-diversity and should you miss the Chimps, your guide will still point out the Black & White Colobus, Red Tailed Monkey and the Grey Cheeked Mangabey as well as Pittas & different bird species and provide details of the trait of the plant species within the forest.

Chimpanzee walks embark morning and afternoon and usually lasts 2 to 3 hours with approximately 4-6 people in a group each led by a Ugandan Wildlife Authority specialist guide.

1. Wild Frontiers Kazinga Channel Kingfisher Boat

A Leisurely boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Passengers may encounter herds of elephant, buffalo and antelope, families of warthog, large groups of hippos, and crocodiles basking on the shore.  Kazinga's shores are a haven for numerous birds, including many migratory species as they make their way south to warmer climates. The cruise also provides a spectacular view of the beautiful Mweya Peninsula and life in local fishing villages set along the banks.

(Basis: On Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch)

Day Itinerary

• Start the day with morning breakfast.
• Transfer Ishasha -South of Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Mid-morning game drive in Ishasha do tree climbing Lions.
• Lunch at Ishasha Jungle Lodge.
• Drive to Bwindi Forest.
• Dinner is served at the Lodge.

Accommodation: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp

Alternate Hotel Stay: Mahogany Springs Lodge

Basis: On Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day Itinerary

• Start the day with morning breakfast ready for the day's gorilla trek
• Transfer/walk down to the park headquarters for the gorilla trek
• Start the gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi.
• Estimated time of returning from the jungle.
• Afternoon relaxation at your lodge.
• Dinner is served at the Lodge.

Activities:

Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

(Basis: On Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch)

Day Itinerary

• Start the day with a morning breakfast.
• Batwa Cultural Experience.
• Return to your Lodge for Lunch.
• Drive to Kihihi Airstrip
• Departure time out of Bwindi -Kihihi to Entebbe.
• Arrival time at Entebbe and be picked up at your hotel.
• Onward flight connection to Cairo.
• End of service.

Activities:

Visit Batwa Cultural Village

(Basis: Breakfast and Lunch)