Chimpanzee, Gorilla Tracking, Uganda- Rwanda 7 days
Double gorilla tracking in bwindi forest and Parc des volcanoes.Safari Uganda and Rwanda for gorilla trekking and Wildlife tours in Major National Parks.
Day
1- Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park
In the morning, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth. You
will pass through the scenic country side of Ankole. A game drive en route is
rewarding with a variety of animals like Elephants, Buffaloes, mongoose among
others. Lunch en route and visit the
crater lakes region then after Dinner
and overnight stay at Mweya safari lodge/ Kyambura wild life lodge (luxury),
Queen Elizabeth bush camp/King fisher (mid range)
Day 2
–Chimpanzee tracking and a launch cruise
Take breakfast to warm up in the morning and then go
chimp tracking in Kyambura gorge . The gorge 100mtres profound is a habitat to
habituated chimpanzees. It is imprinted by Kyambura river which flows across
the rift valley floor towards the Kazinga channel. The guided walk to search
for man’s closest cousins the chimpanzee begins at Kyambura Fig tree camp at
0800 hours and takes 2 – 5 hours. You
will encounter other primates in this gorge that include the red tailed
monkeys, colobus monkeys, olive baboon among others. Relax as you wait for
lunch time. In the afternoon, you will be taken for a boat ride at the Kazinga
channel . This will expose you to various aquatic mammals like the Crocodiles
and herds of Hippopotami. The shoreline of this channel is well known for its
massive flocks of birds like the the fish eagle, African jacana, pelicans and
if you are lucky , the shoe bill. Crocodiles have become a common sight here and irregularly leopards. Dinner
and overnight stay at Mweya safari lodge/ Kyambura wild life lodge (luxury),
Queen Elizabeth bush camp/King fisher (mid range)
Day 3
– Morning game drives and Transfer to Bwindi forest
Wake up for a morning game drive in search for the early
risers . Expect encounters of lions, leopard, the Uganda kob, elephants, buffalo
and many other personal expenses. You will be transferred to Bwindi National
park through the Ishasha sector. A game drive through this southern sector of
Queen Elizabeth is famous for tree climbing Lion encounters. Have lunch en
route and then after transfer to Bwindi national park. Overnight at Buhoma Homestead /Gorilla Resort
camp/ Gorilla Forest Camp (luxury), Nkuringo camp/Buhoma Community Bandas
(budget).
Day 4
- Gorilla trekking
Early Morning, Go gorilla tracking, walking up steep
densely forested hills before finally coming across the gorillas camouflaged in
the vegetation. An inspiring moment! (This trek can take from half an hour to 5
hours – a reasonable degree of fitness is required as well as a sturdy pair of
walking shoes) Sit in the forest among the gorillas, listening to them grumble
to each other,and marvel at the sheer size of the dominant male; the
silverback. It is an extraordinary feeling sitting in the dense rainforest
knowing you are with a few of the last remaining mountain gorillas.
It’s amazing to think there are only about 650 of these
beautiful creatures left! If you have the energy this afternoon, take a guided
walk on the Munyaga River trail, which is an ideal short walk. This trail leads
to three delightful crystal clear waterfalls, and there is a profusion of tree
ferns, epithytic ferns, orchids and Bwindi’s colourful array of
butterflies. Here you may also see birds and primates from theforest edge. Overnight at Buhoma Homestead /Gorilla Resort
camp/ Gorilla Forest Camp (luxury), Nkuringo camp/Buhoma Community Bandas
(budget).
Day 5
– Transfer to Rwanda
After breakfast, you will transfer to either Kisoro or Kabale .Cross the border (clear
your visa requirements) then you will be driven to Kinigi. On arrival, you will
visit the genocide memorial. Dinner and
over night at Virunga lodge (luxury), Gorilla
nest lodge(mid range), Kinigi /Muhabura lodge(budget)
Day 6
– Gorilla trekking and transfer to Kabale
After breakfast, go gorillastracking in Parc National des
Volcans. Tracking the gorillas in this light mountain forest on the slopes of the Virungas is a supernatural
experience. The walks might be laborious! An encounter of a family of gorillas is rewarding! Spend an hour with
them and be back at the base in time for a late lunch! Some gorilla families
however are more elusive and tracking can take a full day, especially when it
is wet and muddy. Transfer to Kabale for Dinner and overnight stay at the bunyonyi overland camp (luxury),
Arccadia cottages (mid range), Amagara café and restaurant kabala (budget).
Day 7
- Kabale and Transfer to Kampala
Take breakfast and then Visit the museums in Kabale from
where you will be transferred to Kampala or Entebbe for your next flight back
home.
The safari Includes;
.Transportation by 4x4 wheel drive
. Park entry fees
. Full board accommodation
. 1 chimpanzee permit per person
. 2 gorilla tracking permits per person TO BE SECURED IN
ADVANCE
. En route Meals
. Game drives
. An English speaking guide
. Launch cruise
The price excludes; tips, visa fees, laundry, drinks and
any other personal expenses.
