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5 Day Luxury Uganda Gorillas and Game Safari From Kigali

Overview

This 5 Day Luxury Uganda Gorillas and Game Safari From Kigali, is perfect for those eager to experience both the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and the diverse wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park. The safari offers the choice of either one gorilla trekking experience or a gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi. In Queen Elizabeth National Park, you’ll enjoy game drives and a private boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which boasts the highest concentration of hippos in Africa and attracts a variety of other wildlife. If you have a passion for both wildlife and gorillas, this 5-day luxury safari from Kigali is tailor-made for you.

Summary of the 5 Day Uganda Gorillas and Game Safari from Kigali

Day 01: Pickup from Kigali City/Airport and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening game drive.
Day 02: Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.
Day 03: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 04: Gorilla trekking or gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 05: Drive back to Rwanda through the Katuna/Chanika border for your outward flight.

Highlights

Destinations: Uganda
Start and End: Kigali, Rwanda
Visits: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park
Activities: Gorilla tracking, game drives, and a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
Transportation: Open-sided 4×4 Land Cruiser and pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle
Inclusions: Transfers from and back to the airport (or hotel)
Additional Accommodation: Available before the tour departs and on the last day at an extra cost

Things to Consider

Accommodation: Included
Tour Schedule: Can depart any day
Customization: Available
Solo Travelers: Allowed
Age Limit: 15 years and above

TRIP ITINERARY

Tour Plan

Day 1

Pickup from Kigali City/Airport and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an Evening Game Drive

Your 5-day Luxury Gorilla and Game Safari begins with a pickup from Kigali International Airport or any hotel in Kigali. You'll journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park in western Uganda, passing through the rolling hills of Kabale and the crater lakes of Bunyaruguru. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Rift Valley as you enter the park. After a short relaxation at your lodge, you'll embark on an evening game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, where you may spot antelopes, buffaloes, elephants, and, if lucky, big cats like lions and leopards. Afterward, return to your lodge for the night.

Accommodation: Katara Lodge or Mweya Safari Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 2

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Private Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

On this day, you'll return to the Kasenyi Plains for another game drive, hoping to spot animals you may have missed the previous day. After lunch at the lodge, you'll head to the jetty along the Kazinga Channel for an afternoon boat cruise. This cruise offers incredible opportunities to see hippos, water birds, elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles, and other wildlife gathering at the channel to drink.

Accommodation: Katara Lodge or Mweya Safari Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 3

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, you'll drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world's endangered mountain gorillas. Trekking to see these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience. Upon arrival at your lodge, you'll have time to relax, acclimate, and prepare for the next day's adventure.

Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge or Mahogany Springs
Meals: All meals included

Day 4

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Following breakfast, you'll head to the park headquarters with a packed lunch for a briefing on gorilla trekking. Your guide will explain the dos and don'ts while with the gorillas, after which you'll be transferred to the starting point for your trek. Gorilla family allocation is based on your interests, fitness level, and age, so be sure to inform your guide of any preferences. Trekking can range from 30 minutes to several hours, and a good level of fitness is recommended. Along the way, your guide will share information about the forest's flora and fauna. Once you reach the gorilla family, you'll spend one hour observing and photographing these incredible creatures. Afterward, return to the park headquarters to receive your trekking certificate and then head back to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge or Mahogany Springs
Meals: All meals included

Day 5

Drive to Kigali Airport

After breakfast, you'll drive back to Kigali Airport for your flight, marking the end of your luxurious 5-day Uganda Gorillas and Game Safari from Kigali.

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

Includes

Airport transfers on the first and last day
Gorilla Permit
Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
Fuel for the entire trip
Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
All Park entrance fees
Drinking water while in the vehicle

Excludes

Pre and post tour accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala
International airfares
Uganda Visa (USD50.00 which can be paid on arrival at the Airport

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GENERAL FAQs

General FAQs

Can I reschedule or cancel this trip?

Rescheduling: You can reschedule this trip as a private tour to any date within 12 months at no additional cost.
Booking Deposit: A 30% deposit of the total tour price is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due 45 days before the tour departure date. Bookings not secured with the appropriate deposit will be released.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancel between 90 and 45 days before departure: 20% penalty of the tour price.
- Cancel within 45 days of departure or no show: 100% penalty of the tour price.

Availability and Accommodations

Reservations: Accommodation and activity availability is not guaranteed until reservations are confirmed with the final itinerary and deposit payment. If any quoted accommodations are unavailable, we reserve the right to substitute them with suitable alternatives, which may affect the final quoted price.

Insurance

Requirement: All clients must have medical and travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Rates

Subject to Change: Tour rates are subject to change without notice. We will make every effort to maintain rates, but changes in government taxes or operating conditions may be passed on to clients.

Permit Cancellation Policy

Uganda Gorilla Permit Cancellation Policy

Guarantee: A Gorilla Permit is guaranteed only upon receipt of the deposit ($800 per person per trek) as it must be paid immediately to the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Cancellation Fees

More than 90 days before tracking: 25% cancellation fee.
89 to 46 days before tracking: 50% cancellation fee.
45 to 9 days before tracking: 75% cancellation fee.
8 to 0 days before tracking: 100% cancellation fee.

Important Information

Age Requirement: The minimum age for gorilla tracking is 15 years.
Health: Visitors with flu or other airborne diseases will not be allowed into the rainforest jungle to see the gorillas.
Safety Protocols: Masks must be worn at all times, and a distance of 10 meters must be maintained between you and the gorillas.

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