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    PRIMATES EXCLUSIVE (6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS)

    Day 1

    Begin your exclusive primate safari with an early morning drive westwards over hills and down valleys and finally end your 4-5 hours’ drive in Kibale Forest National Park. Spend the rest of the evening resting in the fresh forest ambiance. Relaxation, dinner and overnight at Ndali lodge or Kibale Bandas

    Day 2

    This morning, wake up with the quest for adventure, listen to the briefing by the ranger and enter chimp sanctuary for chimpanzee tracking activity. Kibale Forest is the largest hardwood forest south of the Sahara and is a haven for more than 12 monkey species and forest elephants among others. The guide provides detailed information regarding the different plant/tree species and the diversity of animals that roam the dense forest. After an exciting adventure, return to the lodge for lunch and then take an evening walk in Bigodi swamp. The walk creates an avenue to wildlife that lives in and around the swamp especially birds that are endemic to the area. Spend the rest of the evening at your hotel Ndali or Kibale Bandas

    Day 3

    This morning, the course of the primates’ exclusive safari leads to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive in time for lunch after which you embark on a boat-ride on Kazinga Channel and this opens you to fascinating views of large numbers of hippos, crocodiles and abundant bird life. Relax for the rest of the evening at Mweya lodge.

    Day 4

    Today’s adventure commences with a morning visit to Kyambura gorge to see Chimpanzees and the deep gorge itself is a unique physical feature. Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and spend the rest of evening enjoying the cold breeze of the Impenetrable forest as you prepare for the trekking activity the next morning. Dinner and overnight at Buhoma Lodge

    Day 5

    Endure an early rise and join the rest of the group for a briefing by the ranger guide. With your packed lunch, a walking stick and a porter if you have equipment, enter the impenetrable forest and begin your trekking activity. Expect trekking duration of 3-8hrs. Follow instructions by the guide and keep maximum silence in the presence of the great apes. Maximum time allowed with gorillas is only 1 hour thus voluntarily follow your guide back at the dot of its elapse. Remember to leave nothing but a footprint and take nothing but memories and photographs. The activity is rewarding though strenuous hence return to the Buhoma lodge and spend the rest of the evening relaxing.

    Day 6

    After breakfast, pack your bags and endure a 10hrs long and scenic drive back to Kampala with a stop in Mbarara for lunch. Arrive in Kampala later in the evening and drop-off at either the airport for your late International flight or your hotel.

    TOUR PRICES

    Included: Ground transportation in a 4 WD with an English speaking safari guide, park entry fees, one (1) gorilla permit per person, all activities mentioned in the itinerary, full board accommodation if taking the lodge option

    Excludes:Accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe, meals if taking the budget option, Tips, souvenirs and items of a personal nature

    FAQs

    Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa. It is bordered by Kenya in the East, South Sudan in the North, Democratic Republic of Congo in the West, Rwanda in Southwest and Tanzania in the South.
    The currency of Uganda is Ugandan shillings (UGX).
    Yes, you need a Visa to travel to Uganda. You should apply for it online prior to travel date. You must possess a valid passport as well.
    A yellow fever vaccination certificate is needed. This is usually presented for protection against yellow fever. Malaria is also prevalent in Uganda and therefore it is very important to take preventive measures such as taking antimalarial medication.
    Uganda has a tropical climate with two rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The Dry season starts from December to February and June to September.
    Gorilla trekking is one of the best activities a tourist can get involved in, Uganda has ten National parks where tourists can go and get a chance to have the best Safari game drive experience, look at big five animals, birds and the rolling hills in a green environment. One can as well enjoy cultural tours around Uganda. These national parks include Kidepo Valley National park, Queen Elizabeth National park, Kibaale National park, Bwindi Impenetrable National park and Murchison falls National park.
    A 4x4 Wheel Drive Vehicle is the best for a Safari game drive in Uganda's National parks and it can be used to access all National Parks in Uganda. One can as well use Aircraft to access most of the national parks in Uganda.
    Uganda has numerous accommodation facilities like hotels, guest houses, motels lodges, boutiques among others. Some are located in different City centers around Uganda while others are located in National parks.
    The popular attractions around Uganda's capital Kampala include the Uganda Museum, Kasubi Tombs, Independence Monument, and the Ndere Cultural Centre.
    Visitors can get involved into Uganda's rich history and culture through traditional dance, music, and historical sites both within the capital city and other places around the country.
    Uganda is a safe place to travel to, local police provides security together with tourism police everywhere, including national parks and other recreation centers like hotels, beaches and lodges
    Tourists are able to get good English speaking guides in all attractions around Uganda. However one can be in position to get a local guide if the client understands the local language.
    Tourists on a Ugandan safari can enjoy a variety of local foods such as matooke (steamed and mashed green bananas), matooke stew (a stew made with beef or chicken and vegetables), chapati, and rolex (a popular street food made with eggs, vegetables, and chapati).

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