Listing ID: 164245
5-Day Private Tour Of Kibale And Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Join our amazing 5-day tour for the best experiences of chimp trekking in kibale and gorilla trekking in bwindi impenetrable national park including Community and nature walks plus transfers to and from entebbe airport. Duration: 5 Days (approx.)Easy Cancellation - Cancel 3 days before for a full refund
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Day 1: Entebbe/Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable forests
After sunrise Breakfast, we begin our road trip to Bwindi arriving to Lake Bunyonyi in the eastern side of this amazing forest of Bwindi Impenetrable forest, a home to the preculia Mountain Gorillas. Road trip stop overs should be expected during the trip especially in places of interest like the Equator mark at Kayabwe, Mbarara town, Kagezi hills and many beautiful types of scenery.
Overnight: Buhoma safari lodge or Standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking
After breakfast inaugurate on the hindmost Mountain Gorilla experience as the guide drives the guests to the Uganda Wildlife Authority point where impermanenting about trekking these endangered species is done. After you will be apportioned in groups with an experienced game ranger as a ‘head trekker’ for safety and guidance. The process goes between 1 to 8 hours reckoning on how providential you are tracking the gorillas. An hour inter operating and photography experience is conceding to the guests and Trekking certificates from Uganda Wildlife Authority are awarded on return.
Overnight: Buhoma safari lodge or Standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest
Sunrise Breakfast before we embark on a road trip supplanting to Kibale Forest where our Chimpanzees trekking experience will take place. The road trip takes us through Queen Elizabeth national pack giving us a brief insight and experience on wildlife with a chance to spot ‘Tree climbing lions’ of Ishasha, cross the equator the second time, enjoy country view of the Rwenzori mountain ranges as we crest to ‘Fort Portal’ town the pride of Toro kingdom. Check-in to the lodge in Kibale forest for our night stay.
Overnight: Primate Lodge or Standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Chimpanzee trekking
After Breakfast, drive to the Uganda Wildlife Authority headquarters for briefing before conjugating a group headed by an experienced game ranger or guide who is to be your head for the trekking activity in the Kibale Forest. Keep in mind Chimpanzees live in groups of between 50-150 individuals and during day, they break up into small groups to attenuate contention on their resources and they regroup in the evening as they build their nests. An hour interaction is conceded and a certificate afterwards. Reciprocate for lunch and relax waiting for the Bigodi wetland or village evening walk.
Overnight: Primate lodge or Standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Return to Entebbe/Kampala
After breakfast, drive to Entebbe/Kampala no major activity but to rest and enjoy the city view or to catch a flight back home. If time consents arrangements can be made to visit Entebbe Wildlife Center, Ngamba Islands and Entebbe Botanical Gardens.
- What Will You Do
1: Entebbe/Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable forests2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable forests National park
3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National park
4: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National park
5: Return to Entebbe/Kampala
- What To Expect
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable forests National park- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National park
- Community and nature walks in both parks
- A brief insight of ‘Tree climbing lions’ of Ishasha while passing via Queen Elizabeth national park
- What Is Included
- An experienced tour guide / driver- Accommodation and hotel
- Meals per Itinerary
- Airport transfers
- Gorilla permits
- Park fees
- Bottled water
- Emergency Evacuations (Amref)
- 4WD safari vehicle
- Domestic flights
- What Is Not Included
- Travel Insurance- Visa and customs fees
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Personal expenses
- Cigarettes and alcohol
- Souvenirs
- Know Before You Go
Entebbe international airport is your gateway to and from Uganda. To avoid inconveniences that are occasioned by rushing at the time of departure, we advise that you book international flights departing from Entebbe after 8pm.We will need you to furnish us with the following information:
- Airline
- Flight number
- Arrival and departure date
- Flight times
VISA AND CONSULAR ADVICE:
Each individual traveler is responsible for obtaining the required visa, as visa requirements vary per country. For visa information, we advise our clients to consult the US State Department and local Embassies for non-US citizens.
NOTE:
1. A visa can be obtained at Entebbe international airport on arrival at a fee $50 per person.
2. Visas for all other East African Countries can be obtained, on arrival, at the international airport or at boarder points.
TRAVEL HEALTH ADVICE
Stay healthy while you travel
Staying healthy while you travel is vital it isn't all about vaccinations and medicine. Most problems you could face are easily preventable. Drinking bottled, boiled or treated water, washing your hands properly before eating and carefully avoiding insect bites could save your life, money and Time.
yellow fever vaccination:
Please remember to get your yellow fever vaccination as it is a crucial requirement especially if you are travelling to Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda. Please be sure to visit the Centers for Disease Control at http://www.cdc.gov/travel. Or check with a physician for more information.
ITINERARY, TRAVEL INSURANCE AND PASSPORT COPIES:
Leave a copy of your itinerary, travel insurance and passport to a family member, for reference purposes, in case of an emergency. Travel insurance is also compulsory on all trips.
WHAT TO CARRY:
- Rain Jacket /coat
- Shoes with good traction
- Binoculars
- Travel plug adapter with USB port
- Antibacterial hand cleaning gel
- Good camera with fully charged battery and good memory card storage
- First aid kit
- Small backpack
- Sun block hat
- Sun glasses
- Hiking boots
- Mosquito repellent
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SAFETY TIPS
- Avoid expensive jewelry.-Hide your cash and Monitor your ATM/ Credit card transactions
- Avoid all demonstrations and protests given their potential to turn violent.
- Monitor the media for information about any possible security risks and pay close attention to your personal security.
- Carry a copy of your passport and avoid hanging alone without the advice of the tour guide. and avoid Voluntary helpers who are not among your group and be worry of any assistance from seemingly helpful strangers however polite or well dressed. In order to safeguard your items and report any lost or blocked bank card to your Bank.
ACCOMMODATION:
Prices for a twin/double shared room are per person and single are welcome