A great trip on which you will see the most important highlights of the “Pearl of Africa” in just a few days. Observe the chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, visit the huge herds of elephants in Queen Elisabeth National Park, go in search of the tree lions in Ishasha and experience the mountain gorillas up close in Bwindi NP. A walking safari in Lake Mburo rounds off this eventful trip.
9 Days
participants: 2 – 6
9 days – guided private tour or as a group tour with max. 8 participants
highlights
Exclusive lodge safari in Uganda
Encounter with mountain gorillas
Chimpanzee tracking at Kibale Forrest
Kazinga Canal by boat
Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Crossing the equator
adventurous walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park
inclusive
8 x breakfast
7 x lunch or lunch box
7 x dinner
All transfers according to the itinerary of the tour
Rides in a 4×4 Landcruiser off-road vehicle with window seat
All park entrance fees
1x Chimpanzee Permit
Professional, English-speaking guide
Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Mburo National Park
Guided hike in Lake Mburo NP
Drinking water & binoculars
exclusive
Gorilla Permit ($700)
Tips
hints
Service:
• English-speaking driver on request
• We are happy to book international flights from Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, Stuttgart, Munich, Berlin, Dresden, Vienna or Zurich.
Price per person:
• 2 participants: 2950 Euro
• with 4 participants: 2530 Euro
• 6 participants: 2490 Euro
Trip starts: daily
or as a group tour with a maximum of 8 participants, dates and prices under “Group travel”
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival day, Entebbe Airport (EBB), Uganda – drive to the hotel
Day 2: Kampala – Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, the journey continues towards Fort Portal in western Uganda. You drive on well-maintained roads through the evergreen, hilly landscape with its impressive tea plantations. In the early afternoon, after a few stops you will reach the center of the Toro Kingdom, the small town of Fort Portal. Here you have the opportunity to visit the market for the first time and take a break in one of the small cafés. Then continue to your lodge in the Kibale Forest.
Day 3: Kibale Forest National Park, chimpanzee tracking – Queen Elisabeth National Park
Today you will visit the chimpanzees in the rainforest. Follow the tracks of the primates in the jungle with an experienced guide. Soon, with a bit of luck, you will reach the first animals, observe their way of life and have the opportunity to take photos. You will be back at the lodge around midday, after lunch you will set off on your journey towards Queen Elisabeth National Park.
Day 4: Queen Elizabeth National Park, game drive and boat safari
Today there is a morning game drive in Queen Elisabeth National Park. The park offers everything that makes up the African animal world. A large number of lions, buffaloes, hyenas and also the Kobe antelope, which is native to Uganda, live here. Your driver knows the best places and will show you the animals and answer your questions. After lunch, you will go on a boat safari on the Kazinga Canal, which connects the two lakes, Lake Edward and Lake George. Crocodiles and hippos live in the canal, while buffalo, elephants and impressive birdlife can be found on its banks.
Day 5: Queen Elisabeth National Park – Ishasha Game Drive – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 6: The highlight of Uganda: gorilla tracking!
Bwindi Impenatrable NP is home to around 500 mountain gorillas, half of the world’s remaining population. The primates belong to the endangered animal species despite the number of 1,100 that have now been recorded. Tourism has contributed significantly to the fact that the animals are no longer persecuted by the local population but are protected. After a short briefing, you hike into the densely forested jungle with an experienced guide, a ranger and a few porters. Your guide will show you the tracks of the animals, answer your questions about the vegetation and soon you will be up close to the mighty animals. You have one hour to follow the primates, observe them and take photos. In the afternoon you are back at your lodge and have time to relax and reflect on the day’s experiences.
Day 7: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Lake Mburo National Park, game drive
Today we head towards Lake Mburo National Park. Along the winding roads, you will always have the opportunity to enjoy the view of Lake Bunyonyi. After your arrival in the park, you will go on a game drive in Uganda’s second smallest national park. Giraffes, zebras, many species of antelope and warthogs live here.
Day 8: Lake Mburo National Park, Walking Safari – Entebbe
It is possible to go on a walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park. Together with an armed ranger, you set off to observe the animals at close range. Your guide will show you the tracks of the animals and explain their way of life. After 2-3 hours you return to the lodge and after lunch you start your return journey to Entebbe. At the equator you have the opportunity to take a few souvenir photos before you reach your guesthouse in Entebbe in the evening.
Day 9: Transfer Entebbe – Entebbe Airport (EBB)
Accomodation
Cassia Lodge
stay: 1 night
Location: Cassia Lodge is located in Kampala on a hill with a fantastic panoramic view of Lake Victoria. The outdoor pool and rooms also have views of the lake. Facilities: The rooms at Cassia Lodge are air-conditioned, have a mosquito net, a seating area and a desk. The rooms have a bathroom with shower and free toiletries, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is offered. Restaurant: Here guests can enjoy national and international cuisine.
Turaco Treetops
stay: 1 night
Location: The lodge is located in Kibale close to the border of the Kibale Forest. Facilities: All cosy cottages have a private balcony with an outdoor shower. On the private balcony you have a great view of the Kibale forest with monkeys and elephants. Restaurant: The kitchen serves a variety of delicious international dishes. The restaurant is located on a hill and offers a great view over the jungle and the Rwenzori mountains.
Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge
stay: 2 nights
Location: Surrounded by the Queen Elisabeth National Park and located on the edge of the Kazinga Canal, this lodge offers a unique ambience. The nocturnal bush sounds of hippos and hyenas will certainly be remembered for a long time. Accommodation: The lodge has 12 rooms on a raised platform, built from canevas and local woods. The huge windows with mosquito nets allow for a 180 degree view and make for a natural experience. Each room has a private terrace overlooking the river. The rooms have a bathroom with toilet and an outdoor shower. Restaurant: If the weather permits, a 4-course menu will be served in the evening in a cozy atmosphere outside the restaurant around the campfire.
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
stay: 2 nights
Location: Just 5 minutes from the Rusaga Gate of Bwindi National Park, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge offers free Wi-Fi and free Wi-Fi. Each unit has a balcony with garden views. Each room in the property has a private bathroom with shower and toilet. Restaurant: A vegetarian, buffet, English/Irish breakfast, continental and American breakfast options are available each morning at the lodge. The kitchen offers international and local specialties.
Rwakobo Rock
stay: 1 night
Location: Rwakobo Rock Lodge is located 1 km north of the Nshara Gate of Lake Mburo National Park.
The pool, located on a hill, offers great views over the national park. Facilities: The tastefully furnished
Lodge has 8 individual, spacious cabins with rooftops. The cabins offer great views for watching the sunset on your own
Veranda. Restaurant: Food is served as a buffet or set menu. Depending on the weather, a campfire will be lit.
– a great opportunity to exchange ideas with other travelers.
Carpe Diem Guesthouse
stay: 1 night
Location: Carpe Diem is located above Entebbe with a fantastic view of Lake Victoria. In the quiet garden you can enjoy the sunset over the huge lake. Facilities: The cosily furnished rooms have a private bathroom, each room can be booked as a single, double or triple room. Wifi is available in all rooms and in the garden. Restaurant: Breakfast is served and international cuisine with French accents is served throughout the day. Activities: Excursions to the surrounding area, e.g. to the Entebbe Botanical Garden, can be arranged