6 DAYS | 5 NIGHTS
6 Days Uganda Wildlife & Gorilla Photography Safari.
Safari Overview
Experience the best of Uganda’s thick jungle and get closer to the best of East Africa’s wildlife with this safari. Your thrilling walk to a scenic sighting begins here with great attractions and the gentle mountain gorillas in sight. Your photography guide takes you through the most strategic spots giving you ample time to take the best shots.
Rates
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Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival At Kampala
Touch down at the Entebbe International Airport where you will be received by a Features Africa Representative. There will be a short briefing on your Uganda Safari before transferring to the Kampala Serena Hotel for your overnight stay.
Day 2: Kibale National Park
After breakfast, depart for the Kibale National Park. This is a fascinating drive through the scenic papyrus swamps and thick jungles in the Nile Delta towards the Kibale Forest, which is neatly tucked at the floor of the Ruwenzori Mountains. Arrive at the park i time for lunch and an afternoon rest. You will then set out on a guided walk in the Bigodi Swamp. The area is home to beautiful and rare bird species like the blue-throated Roller and the shining blue kingfisher among other species. All meals and overnight will be at the Kibale Primate Lodge.
Day 3: Queen Elizabeth
After breakfast, head to the Kanyanchu Park headquarters for a safari briefing at 0800 hrs. Set out on an exciting guided nature walk and Chimpanzee trek in Kibale National Park at 0900 hrs. You will have the pleasure of seeing primates like chimpanzees, the Colobus monkeys, bush babies among others in the beautiful flora of the forest. You will spend about an hour with the Chimpanzees before embarking on a 3 hours drive to the Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy the scenic sighting of the Kasese Copper mining town, wild animals, and the Ruwenzori Mountains enroute. You will check-in at our handpicked lodges before embarking on an evening crater drive at the scenic Katwe explosion craters which comprises of forested, dry and water-filled craters. An evening game drive in the Kasenyi plains will bring the safari to a close before returning to the lodge for dinner. All meals and overnight will be at the Ishasha Wilderness Camp.
Day 4: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Your day starts with an early morning game drive after breakfast. You will venture out to the breeding grounds for the Uganda Kob in search of Lions, Elephants, Buffalo, among other resident wildlife of the Queen Elizabeth National Park. Depart the Queen Elizabeth National Park and head to the Bwindi Forest National Park. Meals and overnight will be at the Mahogany Springs Safari Lodge.
Day 5: Bwindi Gorilla Trekking
Early breakfast is at 0630 hrs. After breakfast, you will meet up with your ranger at 0800 hrs ready to start the day long trek in search of the Mountain Gorillas. You are advised to carry your rain jackets, drinking water, jungle trekking boots and snacks. The guides will lead you inside the jungle to see the shy primates for the group you will be assigned. The tracking may take between 2 and 6 hours. This is the most amazing experience on earth as you stare into the deep eyes of the gentle Mountain Gorillas. The afternoon will be spent around the Buhoma Village. This walk will gives you an insight into the culture of the surrounding community. Return to your lodge in the early evening to enjoy and soak in the landscape. Meals and overnight will be at the Mahogany Springs Safari Lodge.
Day 6: Bwindi – Kampala
Early breakfast at the lodge signals your departure for Kampala with scenic sightings of the Kigezi sub-region enroute. The Kigezi sub-region has been likened to Switzerland and is referred to as the Switzerland of Africa. You will have a brief photography stopover with lunch at Mbarara town. Continue with the journey before stopping at the Equator for an informative talk. Proceed to Kampala where your safari ends with your return flight.
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