Itinerary

Day 1

Great Apes Safari

11 days : 10 nights Uganda / Rwanda Classic Gorilla Safari.


Day 1 : Arrive Entebbe, met at the airport by our representative and transfer to the Windsor Lake Victoria for Safari briefing. Check in relax , relieve from jet lug later meal plans dinner and overnight.

Day 2

Day 2 : Transfer to the Lake Victoria Shore for a speed boat to Izinga Island for a visit to the Jane Goodall Ngamba Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Introduction:

Was established in October 1998 with the help of UWEC ( Uganda Wildlife Education Center) and other concerned international organisations to care for orphaned confiscated chimpanzees in Uganda. Situated 23km out from Entebbe on Lake Victoria, this 100 acre beautifully forested island provides a safe haven for these confiscated chimpanzees. So far total number of chimpanzees being looked after is 33.
It offers a unique opportunity for close viewing of chimpanzees in their natural environment. Pre- arranged supplementary feeding times ( 11:00am & 3:00pm each day) bring the chimpanzees to within metres of the raised walkway specially designed for easy viewing and great photographic opportunities.The goals of the sanctuary are to provide a safe home for these chimpanzees, to care for the environment on Ngamba Island, to provide a high quality educational experience for visitors and importantly to benefit local communities.
Later return for lunch and then proceed to Kibale National Park. Arriving in the evening check in at the Ndali lodge. Refresh and stretch. Meal plans dinner and overnight.

Day 3

{linebreak)Day: 3 Kibale National Park

Introduction: This is Western Uganda, 35 km from Fort Portal town, which is 360kms from Kampala via Mubende town. With lush tropical rainforest and fascinating diversity of animals, Kibale National Park is one of the most beautiful and stunning forests in Uganda. Kibale Forest is certainly worth protecting as it is home to the Largest number of our closest living relatives with a 98.4% same DNA composition like us.(The endangered Chimpanzees ). As well as the Red colobus monkeys, and the rare L'Hoesti monkey. The forest has one of the highest diversity and density of primates totaling to 13 species including the Black and white colobus monkey, Blue monkey and Grey cheeked mangabey, red tailed monkey bush babies and pottos . The park also hosts over 325 species of birds including the yellow spotted nicator, yellow rumped tinker bird, little greenbul, green breasted pitta, the African pitta, the crowned eagle and the black bee eater. There are a number of impressive mammals including; forest elephants, buffaloes, bush pigs, duikers, and bats. A keen observer may see some of the reptiles and amphibians as well as a variety of colorful butterflies. Further more 250 species of trees have been recorded. But the most famous inhabitants are the Chimpanzees with over than 1,450 individuals are protected with in the park. At Kanyancu , a community of chimpanzees has been habituated since 1991, allowing visitors the unique opportunity to view these great apes in the natural environment with more than 99% chance of viewing.
Program Day 3: After morning Breakfast, head to the park headquarters arrive at 8:00am. Get the introduction from the park warden join the group and begin your adventure to meet our closest relative the “Chimpanzees” Tracking will start and last for 3-4 hrs along the trails you will come across other primates like Black and white Colubus, Grey cheecked Mangabeys, Bird life and Plant life is abundant here. Get back to the Park Headquarters and proceed back to Ndali lodge for Lunch. After lunch proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park arriving early evening check in at the Mweya Safari Lodge. Refresh. Later meal plans dinner and overnight at Mweya safari Lodge.

Day 4

Day 4:Queen Elizabeth National Park:
Introduction: The park spreads over an area of 1978 sq kilometres in the western arm of the Great East African Rift Valley 418 km from the capital Kampala and takes approxmately 6 hours. Air Charter services can be organised by Uganda Wildlife Scene which land at Kasese Aero drome.
Attractions: The park is a home to a variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, hippos, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, baboons and birds all typical riverrine savannah habitats and the famous Kazinga Channel. In the Southern Parts is the Ishasha sector with the tree climbing lions and the Maramagambo forest, one of the largest surviving natural forests in Uganda. The Northern part is traversed by the equator and is dominated by the scenery of crater lakes with lots of flamingos. There is a launch trip on the Kazinga channel which joins Lake George to Lake Edward.
Program for Day 4 : Early in the morning game drive begins at 6:30am to be in time to see the big cats in action. Game drive lasts for 3-4 hrs get back for breakfast relax and lunch. At 2:45pm Head to the jetty and take the launch cruise on the Kazinga channel which joins lake George to Lake Edward the cruise will last for 2 hrs, get back by five and embark on another game drive which will bring you back by 7:00pm. Arrive at the lodge refresh and relax, Later meal plans dinner and overnight at Mweya safari Lodge.

Day 5

Day 5: Early morning after breakfast pack and head to Kyambura gorge yet in another search for our closest relatives the Chimpanzees. Tracking time will depend on these elusive chimps 2- 3hrs tracking. Get back and set to leave for Bwindi Gorilla National Park through the Ishasha Sector famous for the tree climbing lions, depending on the road condition. Arriving at Bwindi Gorilla National park in the evening check in at the Gorilla Resort Camp. Get the briefing, unpack and relax. Dinner and over night

Day 6

Day 6: Bwindi National Park:
Introduction: It is the richest forest in Uganda in terms of number of plant species. Also home to half of the population of the critically endangered mountain Gorillas in the world. Gazetted in 1991 with an area of 331sq km, 514km away from the capital Kampala covering parts of Rukungiri, Kisoro and Kabale districts in south western Ugandan districts.
Attractions : As the area is one of the few large expanses of forest in East Africa where montane communities emerge. The valley bottoms contain a dense ground cover of herbs, vines, shrubs, with only a few trees hence it's name " The Impenetrable Forest" This is one of the richest faunal communities in East Africa. There exists half of the world's population of the endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi forest. There are also several endangered species of birds within limited ranges.
Gorilla tracking begun on 1st April 1993. It is advisable to make your booking for gorilla tracking +3 Months with us in advance before your intended date of visit. Gorilla permits are sold on first come first serve basis. It commonly rains in this area. So come with a rain gear, a good pair of hiking boots, gloves and elastic bandage in case of sprains.
Program of the Day: After an early breakfast, you'll be guided to the camp briefing point where you will meet the park warden. After the briefing its off to you adventure to met these thrilling Gentle Giants of Bwindi forest. Tracking can be arduous and so we believe you are in a good healthy and physical condition. We also advise you to carry a rain jacket as it often rains here & wear a good pair of hiking boots, a water proof cover for your cameras. You will track the gorillas, time taken to track and find them will depend on their movement. You will be allowed to stay with them for 60 minutes according to the researchers and habituation report given in order not to stress them. You will have your packed lunch with you in a distance of 200 : 300 metres you can sit down and eat. Later get back to the camp and relieve those especial moments with the group and have a small graduation. Dinner and over night at The Gorilla Resort.

Day 7

Day 7: After breakfast we shall leave this beautiful spot of the world and Drive to Kisoro overlooking the beautiful Virunga Volcanoes through Kisoro town and a stop over at the Traveller's Hotel for lunch. Later proceed to Rwanda and cross through the Cyanika border, check in at the Gorilla Nest Rwanda later relax. Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Nest Rwanda.

Day 8

Day 8: This day after breakfast you will proceed to the Rwanda Gorilla office headquarters and get the briefing from the guides, then its off on to your adventure to meet these thrilling gentle giants of Rwanda. Time taken is between 2-3 hrs, get back to the Park headquarters for your certificate get back to the hotel and pack prepare to leave for Uganda. Drive back to Kabale, check in at the White Horse Inn accommodation, meal plans dinner and overnight.

Day 9

Day 9 :After breakfast, transfer through Mbarara stop for lunch at the Agip Motel, Later travel to Lake Mburo National park. Arrive and check in at the Mantana Tented camp. Refresh and stretch. In the evening take a boat trip on the lake or go for a Game drive. Later return to the camp, meal plans dinner and overnight at Mantana.

Day 10

Day 10: Lake Mburo National Park:

Introduction :Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's fourth National park was gazzeted in 1982.The park covers an area surface of 256km sq and it is the only park to contain an entire lake. It offers varied scenic beauty hills and valleys.
Access :
The park is 230 km by road from Kampala. The open corridor of Mbarara- Masaka road leads you to this beautiful scenic park you will stop at Kayobwe 72 kms from Kampala to physically cross the Equator and take pictures.
Attractions :
Include: Zebra, Impala, Topis, Wipsprings, Elands, Buffaloes, Hippos, Crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.

Program of the Day: After Breakfast do one of the event not done yesterday, later get back to the camp, have lunch, later proceed to Kampala arriving early evening. Check in at the Africana Hotel. Later an option to eat out a farewell dinner and staff of Uganda Wildlife Scene Safaris. Many a place to choose depending on your taste.: (African.Ugandan: Food- Nommo Gallery Ekitoobero), (Fancy Ethopian food: go to the Fasika Restaurant). (Afro Caribbean: Go Sankofa Café), (Beligian Food- Le : Chateau). (Chinnese food: China Palace, China plate, China Town, Chopsticks, Chong Qing, Fang fang, China great wall, Golden Fish). (Continental Food: Blue Africa, Bubbles O'leary, Café Viva, Crocodile, Faze 2, Just Kicking, Kampala Casino, La- fontaine, Mateo's Restaurant, Pause Café). (Indian Food: Open House, Clay oven, Handi restaurant, Khana Khazana, Pavement Tandoori, Sam's restaurant, Kyber by-pass, Indian Summer, Sitar Restaurant). (French Food: Le Petit Bistro). (German Food: Tulifanya). (Italian Food: Café Roma, Mamba Point, Mamma mia, Pizzeria), (Japaneese Food: Kyoto. Lebaneese Food: Al Tarboush, Al Fiesta, Sub & Bun. Thai Food: Krua Thai, The Wok)

Day 11

Day 11: After morning breakfast and shopping in Kampala, later transfer to the airport according to your flight connection time.
End of Safari with Uganda Wildlife Scene Safaris

Cost of Safari :Classic Luxury Safari 11days : 10 nights = From $ 5,890 USD Per Person- Down wards. The more the number of people the less amount each person pays. This is Rated High End Luxury Safari. On Request; Prices are available for Mid-Range and Budget Travellers.
Price includes: All accommodation on full board basis, All park entry fees and activities, launch cruises, boat trips, Comprehensive Insured 4x4 fully equipped Safari vehicle, fuel and mileage, services of Safari guide, and park rangers, Gorilla permits, Chimps permits, Visas to Rwanda and back into Uganda.
Price Excludes: All items of personal nature, air tickets, visas into Uganda, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages and laundry.
Have a memorable Fun Safari with Uganda Wildlife Scene Safaris

Extra Information

Inclusions -

All accommodation on full board basis, All park entry fees and activities, launch cruises, boat trips, 4x4 fully equipped Safari vehicle, fuel and mileage, services of Safari guide, and park rangers, Gorilla permits, Chimps permits, Visas to Rwanda and back into Uganda.

Exclusions -

All items of personal nature, air tickets, visas into Uganda, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, tips and laundry.

Extras -

Gorillas and Chimps Tracking experience is on very high demand. Tracking permits are sold on First come First serve basis.It is advised to book and pay within a minimum of 4 Months prior to commecement of safari.

2. Gorillas leave on top of the mountain, thus being called Mountain Gorillas. So we hope that you are in good physical condition in order to complete this Life time memory experience.