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French8 Days Chimps, Gorillas, and Wildlife Safari in Uganda
Offered by - oikos safaris Uganda LTD
Tour Features
This amazing safari caters for those who would like to enjoy the magic of wildlife in Lake Mburo National park, the stunning number of birds species on the islands of Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale, a place referred to as the Switzerland of Africa. Of course not forgetting the majestic trip to the gorillas of the impenetrable forest of Bwindi. With all this adventure on this safari, one is assured of an unforgettable experience in their life!
| Budget tour | This budget tour includes camping and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. Maximum 2 people. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Roof minivan, Boat, Canoe, Self-drive, Horse, Bicycle. |
Route & Activities
Uganda
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1-8 | Budget Accommodation No images available | All Meals Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Arrive and transfer to Kampala for overnightYou will be accorded a heartily welcome by a representative of Oikos Safaris. You will then be transferred to your hotel either in Entebbe or Kampala depending on your time of arrival. Oikos Safaris recommends that you stay overnight in Entebbe for night arrivals. Depending on the time of your arrival, you can explore the vibrant and chaotic city of Kampala. Discover historical and political sites including the ancient tombs of the Kabakas, where the Buganda tribe laid their kings to rest or the Bahai Temple, and more. You can also eat out as Kampala is a town full of culinary wonders. Stay out from your hotel to taste some of the eclectic cuisine of the region including Kampala’s delicious Indian food! Overnight at Cassia lodge or similar on bed and breakfast basis
Main Destination: Kampala
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 2 - Transfer to Lake Mburo National ParkAfter breakfast, you will be transferred to Lake Mburo National Park. En-route you will get to see the Royal drum makers and have a stopover at the Equator for photographs. Here, you stand a chance to see the area which separates both the Southern and Northern Hemispheres. From there, you continue to Lake Mburo National Park where you will enjoy a game drive as you head to the lodge for overnight. Overnight at hyna hill lodge or similar on full board basis
Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 3 - Game drives in the park and then transfer to Bwindi ImpenetHave breakfast and then head for a morning gave drive where you will get to see the big herds of Zebra, Impala, Eland and other savannah species. For birders, this is one of the best places to find the African Fin foot, Papyrus, Bush Shrike, among others. Later on, have lunch and then to Bwindi impenetrable forest via Lake Bunyonyi, (place of many little birds) in Kabale, a place referred to as the Switzerland of Africa. Lake Bunyonyi is the deepest lake in Uganda and is situated close to the borders of Uganda and Rwanda. On a bright day, you might see the magnificent volcano of Mount Muhavura. You get to enjoy an optional canoe boat ride on the lake which has over 29 islands. Later drive to Bwindi Forest for overnight. Other optional activities you will get to do include Zip lining, island hoping, nature walks to mentions but a few. Overnight at Bakiga lodge or similar on full board basis.
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 4 - Gorilla trekking and afternoon optional activitiesThis morning you will have to wake up very early to get ready for gorilla tracking. Do not forget to take your lunch boxes and all the necessary gear to track the rare Mountain gorilla, perhaps one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. This forest is home to almost half of the worlds mountain gorillas. The tracking may take between one to six hours but its well worth the effort. There are always park guides with you who interpret the flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the gorillas. In the afternoon, you can choose to relax at the lodge or engage in optional activities like Batwa (pygmyies) community trail, water fall hike, community visits to mention but a few. Overnight at Bakiga lodge or similar on full board basis.
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 5 - Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National ParkThis morning after breakfast, you will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This park which boasts one of the highest biodiversity ratings of any game park or reserve in the world and also Uganda’s second-largest National Park, the 1,978 sq km has everything from open savannah to rain forest. Queen Elizabeth has over 100 mammal species, and an astounding 606 bird species, making it a premier safari destination. Have a game drive while entering heading to the lodge for overnight. Overnight at Bush Lodge or similar on full board basis
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 6 - Morning game drives, Boat trip on kazinga channel then headEnjoy morning game drive in the Queen Elizabeth National Park whose diverse ecosystems include sprawling savanna, shady, humid forests, sparkling lakes, and fertile wetlands, which make it the ideal habitat for the classic big game, primates, and over 600 species of birds. Set against the backdrop of the jagged Rwenzori Mountains, the park’s magnificent vistas include dozens of enormous craters carved dramatically into rolling green hills and the panoramic views of the Kazinga Channel. Later You will take a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel, 32 Kms long followed by a game drive. This water system has the highest concentration of Hippos in the world and you will get quite close to them. See also crocodiles, buffalos, and other game that drink from the channel, also marvel at the abundant ornitho-life that is supported here. Then head to Kibale forest national park for overnight. Overnight at Chimpanzee forest lodge or similar on full board basis.
Main Destination: Kibale National Park
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 7 - Chimpanzee trekking and afternoon bigodi swamp walkAfter breakfast at the lodge, you will go for Chimpanzee tracking along the network of forest trails. Seeing habituated chimps squabbling and swinging from the trees is an exhilarating experience. Later in the afternoon you will have the opportunity to visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, which is rich in bird species, vegetation, and wildlife. This is also a great opportunity to support local tourism initiatives which benefit social and economic development in the area. Overnight at Chimpanzee forest lodge or similar on full board basis
Main Destination: Kibale National Park
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 8 - Transfer to Entebbe for your Next destinationAfter breakfast, prepare for your journey to Entebbe airport for yuour outbound flight.
Main Destination: Entebbe
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
Excludes
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Jun 7, 2023 - Dec 12, 2024
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
Excludes
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.
This tour starts in Entebbe and ends in Entebbe, Uganda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
- Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.
Getting There
From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.
This tour starts in Entebbe and ends in Entebbe, Uganda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
- Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.
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