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5 Day Mountain Sabinyo Hiking and Game Safari

Overview

This 5 Day Mountain Sabinyo Hiking and Game Safari is perfect for those who want to experience the thrill of hiking Mount Sabinyo in Mgahinga National Park and the excitement of wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park. You’ll embark on a one-day hike up Mount Sabinyo, followed by game drives in the Mweya sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park and a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward and Lake George. Expect to encounter a diverse array of wildlife, including herds of buffalo, kob, elephants, lions, warthogs, and more, though nature’s unpredictability means sightings are always left to chance.

Tailored for Luxury Travelers:

This 5 Day Mountain Sabinyo Hiking and Game Safari can be customized to suit your preferences, including luxury accommodations, transportation, meals, and additional activities. Our expert team is ready to ensure every detail is tailored to your needs.

Safari Overview

Day 01: Arrival and transfer from Kampala/Entebbe to Mgahinga National Park
Day 02: Early morning hike of Mount Sabinyo/Gahinga
Day 03: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening game drive
Day 04: Morning game drive in the Mweya sector and afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
Day 05: Return to Kampala/Entebbe and drop-off at your hotel or the airport

TRIP ITINERARY

Tour Plan

Day 1

Transfer to Mgahinga National Park

Your driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kampala/Entebbe to begin the scenic journey to Mgahinga National Park. You'll make a stop at the Equator for photos and enjoy an en-route lunch before continuing to the park, where you'll arrive in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Lake Chahafi Resort
Meals: All meals included

Day 2

Hike Mount Sabinyo

Start your day with an early morning hike to the summit of Mount Sabinyo, one of the Virunga Volcanoes. The summit, at 3,645 meters (11,959 ft), marks the intersection of the borders of Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The hike, which takes about 4 hours to the summit and 4 hours back, offers breathtaking views and the chance to explore the rugged terrain, craters, and sharp ridges of Sabinyo. You'll also traverse various vegetation zones, including bamboo forests.

Accommodation: Lake Chahafi Resort
Meals: All meals included

Day 3

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, you'll drive to the Mweya sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy a short game drive before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge/Elephant Hab Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 4

Game Drive and Boat Cruise

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, where you'll have the chance to spot early grazers, predators, and other wildlife. After lunch at the lodge, embark on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you'll observe various aquatic animals, birds, and more.

Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge/Elephant Hab Lodge
Meals: All meals included

Day 5

Return to Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast, you'll relax at the lodge before driving back to Kampala/Entebbe. You'll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 5-day Mountain Sabinyo Hiking and Wildlife Safari.

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

Includes

Airport transfers on the first and last day
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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