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Overview of the 7-Day Uganda Gorillas and Game Safari
The
7-Day Uganda Gorillas and Game Safari offers a thrilling and unforgettable adventure through Uganda’s iconic Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Queen Elizabeth National Park. This compact yet exciting safari allows you to witness the majestic
mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, and explore the diverse wildlife of Uganda’s savannah plains, all while soaking in the stunning landscapes and rich cultural experiences.
Highlights:
- Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest:
- Embark on an awe-inspiring gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. Get up close to these magnificent creatures in their natural, lush forest environment for an unforgettable experience.
- Game Drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park:
- Explore the savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular wildlife reserves. Go on thrilling game drives to spot iconic African wildlife such as lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, giraffes, and hippos, among many others.
- Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel:
- Enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you'll have the opportunity to see large groups of hippos, crocodiles, and an array of bird species while cruising through the water.
- Scenic Landscapes and Photography:
- Journey through the stunning landscapes of western Uganda, from the misty mountains of Bwindi to the sprawling savannahs of Queen Elizabeth. The varied terrain offers incredible photo opportunities, from dense forests to vast plains and beautiful lakes.
- Cultural Encounters:
- Along the way, interact with local communities, learning about their way of life and customs, adding a rich cultural layer to your safari experience.
Best Time to Visit:
- The best time for this safari is during the dry season, from June to September and December to February, when trekking and game viewing are most accessible.
Duration:
- A 7-day safari that provides a perfect balance of gorilla trekking and wildlife viewing, ideal for those with limited time but looking for a thrilling Uganda adventure.
- The 7-Day Uganda Gorillas and Game Safari is perfect for those who want to experience Uganda’s top wildlife destinations in a short amount of time. It combines the thrill of seeing mountain gorillas up close with the excitement of a classic game safari in one of Uganda's most famous national parks, ensuring a fulfilling and memorable trip.
Our company representative will already be at the airport before you arrive and they will receive you and transfer you to your booked hotel in Entebbe or Kampala. A briefing of the safari with details of the next day’s program just before your driver leaves.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Meal plan: Dinner
At 6 a.m., you will rise up and have breakfast. Thereafter, set off to Kasenyi plains for the morning game drive. Several animal species to see, including Uganda kobs, waterbucks, elephants, buffaloes and warthogs. There is also a chance to see lions, a leopard or a hyena. Lots of savannah birds too.
Drive back to the lodge for lunch and go for an afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga channel. This is another exciting moment to see a variety of animals such as hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants and many water birds.
Back to the lodge for dinner and the overnight.
Meal plan: Full board
You are well on your last day in Queen Elizabeth national park on this 7 Day Uganda Safari. Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast at the lodge, check out and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha sector where you will have a short game drive to look out for the tree climbing lions. Arrival at your lodge in the evening. Dinner and breakfast at the lodge.
Meal plan: Full board
A morning filled with pristineness and lovely views, starting with an early morning breakfast at the lodge. Along with your packed lunch, you will head to the park offices for briefing just before starting the gorilla trekking adventure.
With guidance of park rangers, you will search for the gorillas in the forest after which you will return to the offices for your trekking certificates and drive back to the lodge. An evening at leisure.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meal plan: Full board
This day will be spent on the road as you drive from Bwindi to Kampala or Entebbe. The journey begins in the morning, and takes 9-11 hours depending on your trekking sector in Bwindi.
You will have an en-route lunch and then dinner and overnight at the hotel in Kampala or Entebbe.
Meal plan: Full board
You will check out of the hotel, so your safari driver drops you off at the airport for your flight back home.
End of safari
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