Gorillas and Game Parks 2007
With the help of expert local guides we head deep into the heart of Central Africa's forests for the pinnacle of wildlife experiences, an unforgettable encounter with the mountain gorillas of Uganda. With superb game viewing in the national parks, beautiful scenery, colourful towns and friendly locals, it’s easy to see why Uganda is often known as the ‘Pearl of Africa.’
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Encounter mountain gorillas, Explore the wilds of Queen Elizabeth National Park, See chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge, Visit Lake Mburo National Park- Duration: 14 days
- Tour Code: yrg
- Physical Rating: 3
- Culture Shock Rating: 3
- Accommodation: Twin share camping (13 nts)
- Transportation: Overland truck, boat, walking
- Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
- Group Size: Maximum of 21 travellers per group
- Departure: Departure is guaranteed, subject to 6 people travelling
- Budget: Allow USD $80 for meals not included.
Day 1 Kampala
Spend the first night in a campground near thriving Kampala before travelling to Lake Mburo National Park.
Day 2 Lake Mburo
Embark on a safari through open plains, acacia grasslands, marshes and riverine woodland spotting antelopes, hippos, buffaloes and lakeside water birds.
Days 3-5 Queen Elizabeth National Park
Continue north to Uganda's finest game park, Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy game drives in the park, a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and a wonderful walk through the Kyambura Gorge in search of chimpanzee. There is also the option to visit Lake Edward Chimpanzee Island Sanctuary.
Day 6 Mbarara
Spend the morning spotting game, then continue to the town of Mbarara, known for the local longhorn Ankoli cattle.
Days 7-10 Bwindi
Drive up and into the fertile mountainous area in the south-west of Uganda, to camp at the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. This area of Uganda is a highly fertile, mountainous region with steep-sided hills covered from top to bottom in neatly terraced rows of cultivation. From here there are excellent views of the nearby volcanoes. If permits are available, there will be an opportunity to meet the park's mountain gorillas. If not, we will travel to nearby Mgahinha National Park to see the gorillas.
Days 11-13 Jinja
Wind back through the mountains and on to Jinja on the shores of Lake Victoria, Africa's largest lake. This is one of the spots Mahatma Gandhi chose to have his ashes scattered. There is time to visit Bujagali Falls, relax and take part in optional activities such as white water rafting or visit a nearby school project.
Day 14 Kampala
The adventure comes full circle on the return to Kampala.
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