Kibale Forest National Park

Kibale Forest National Park, situated in Western Uganda, is famous for its high density of primates, breathtaking crater lakes, and thick, beautiful jungle. Thirteen primate species inhabit the beautiful tropical forest, including red-tailed monkey, L’Hoest's monkey, grey-cheeked mangabey, red colobus, and black and white colobus monkeys. Visitors may spot some of the 300 bird species and 250 butterfly species, and buffalo, forest elephants, leopards, bushbucks, and sitatungas also live in the park but are generally shy. The area is decorated by around 50 enthralling crater lakes and numerous pristine hiking trails. Several cultural tours are on offer which delve into the rich traditions of the Batoro people, giving travellers a chance to see Batoro dancing, singing and traditional healing up close.

Day Itinerary

• 0800: Begin the day with a cup of coffee. •          0830: Drive and transfer to Fort Port Portal. •          1300: Estimated time of arrival and lunch. •          1500: Afternoon  Crater Lake Tour.  •          1830: Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Overnight: Crater Safari Lodge

Crater Safari Lodge has been designed in such a way that it doesn’t intrude on its pristine surrounds. Thatched chalets with expansive wooden balconies provide the perfect luxurious jungle escape. Hammocks and garden swings on the grounds of the lodge add an extra element of tranquility to your remote safari experience. In total, there are 11 thatched stand-alone wooden cabins and 10 standard pool facing cabanas, each catering for a different style of guest. Crater Safari Lodge is the perfect place to base yourself for a true jungle and wilderness experience in Uganda. The lodge is an award winning eco-lodge, and offers an unsurpassed remote wilderness experience. standard pool facing cabanas • Romantic bush dinner options on the shores of the lake • Lodge is ideal for both honeymoons and weddings • From swamp walks, to fishing, canoeing and hiking;

Activities

Crater Lake Tour

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day Itinerary

• 0645: Begin the day with Breakfast. •          0730: Proceed to the park headquarters for the Chimpanzee trekking briefing. •          0800: Begin your Chimpanzee Trekking Experience. •          1230: Estimated time of returning from the Jungle. •          1300: Lunch at the Lodge. •          1500: Afternoon Bigodi Wetland Walk.  •          1830: Dinner and overnight stay.

Activities

Kibale Forest Chimp Tracking

Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

Kibale Forest Chimp Tracking

The most favourite of Kibale’s walks embarks on from the Kanyanchu Visitor center at 08.00 & 15.00 and lasts 2 to 3 hours. Chimpanzee are the most sought after primate by visitors, but you should look out for the black & white colobus, red tailed monkey or the grey cheeked mangabey. Your guides will be able to show you pittas & different bird species and will give details of the tradit of the plant species within the forest. This walk is for 6 people in a group.

Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

The Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary is a community development enterprise located on the fringe of Kibale National Park where guided tours are conducted along a path through the wetland at time along boardwalk trail.  Bigodi is a birder's paradise with 138 bird species having been identified there including the crowd please Great Blue Turaco. The sanctuary is also home to 8 primate species including the black and white colobus, red colobus, mangabey, red tail, vervet, and L’Hoest.

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Located in southwestern Uganda, the Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of the county’s most popular parks. Volcanic craters, grassy plains, tropical forest and giant lakes connected by a channel inhabited by abundant hippos, are what you will see at the Queen Elizabeth National Park. The park has almost 100 types of mammal and 606 different bird species, including the peculiar shoebill. The 40-kilometre-long Kasinga Channel alone is said to contain the world's largest concentration of hippos, and a guided boat trip here is a popular way to see the wildlife. Other species to spot include buffalo, the rare aquatic sitatunga antelope, giant forest hog, Uganda kob, Defassa waterbuck and elephant. Don't miss the chance to explore the dramatic Kyambura Gorge, is home to habituated chimpanzees.

Day Itinerary

•  0800: Begin the day with a morning cup of coffee. •    1000: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. •    1230: Lunch at the Lodge. •    1500: Evening game drive in Queen Elizabeth  •    1830: Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Overnight: Kyambura Gorge Lodge

The Chimpanzee and Wildlife Lodge This renowned Kyambura Gorge Lodge, with entirely remodelled public areas and gardens, has been converted from a coffee store to create a breathtakingly beautiful space. The lodge is located on the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park with sweeping views of the rolling savanna, the distant mountains of the moon, and the sunken Kyambura Gorge. The guest bandas have a afro-chic theme with the accent on local artifacts re-imagined in a new context. Each banda offers a unique view either across the savanna or the gorge. There are four new deluxe bandas and four standard bandas. A new spa and swimming pool was launched in 2019. The lodge is the ideal location for tracking the lost chimps in the sunken forest of Kyambura Gorge nearby and seeing the amazing game in one of Africa’s most beautiful parks, centred around the waterway of the Kazinga Channel. The park has six hundred amazing bird species, the highest in an African park. Guests can participate in the Kyambura Gorge Eco-tourism project, a series of community and conservation activities developed since 2009 to safeguard the Kyambura Gorge ecosystem.

Activities

Evening game drive in Queen Elizabeth

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day Itinerary

•  0600: Begin the day with a morning cup of coffee. •    0630: Step out for a morning game drive along the Kasenyi plains •    1030: Return to your lodge for a full breakfast and refreshments. •    1230: Lunch at the Lodge. •    1400: Embark on a 3hrs boat safari begins along the famous Kazinga Channel •    1800: Return to the Lodge. •    1830: Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Activities

Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth

Wild Frontiers Kazinga Channel Kingfisher Boat

Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth

The Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth takes place in the open grasslands of Kasenyi in the Queen Elizabeth National Park. The park is a primary game viewing area due to the variety of wildlife which includes antelopes, elephants, buffalos, and lions. Visitors will be accompanied by an experienced guide able to track down these animals.

Wild Frontiers Kazinga Channel Kingfisher Boat

Wild Frontiers Kazinga Channel Kingfisher Boat is a leisurely boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Passengers may encounter herds of elephant, buffalo and antelope, families of warthog, large groups of hippo, and crocodiles basking on the shore.  Kazinga's shores are a haven for numerous birds, including many migratory species as they make their way south to warmer climates. The cruise also provides a spectacular view of the beautiful Mweya Peninsula and life in local fishing villages set along the banks.

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Located in southwestern Uganda, the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is said to be Africa’s oldest rainforest. It is world-renowned for its excellent gorilla-sighting opportunities - the forest is home to half of the remaining mountain gorillas on earth. This gorilla experience takes place among a rugged landscape of dense jungle, cascading waterfalls, sparkling mountain streams, deep valleys, and steep ridges. The untouched forest has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its breathtaking natural beauty and unique ecological significance, and aside from the amazing gorilla interactions, there are other drawcards such as a network of forest walks, over 340 species of bird to spot, and a variety of brightly-coloured butterflies to identify. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the spectacular Virunga Volcanoes, three of which are still active.

Day Itinerary

•  0700: Begin the day with breakfast at your convenience. •    0800: Drive to Bwindi Forest Via Ishasha. •    1000: Game drive in Ishasha.  •    1300: Lunch break in Inshasha •    1500: Continue to Bwindi. •    1630: Estimated time of arrival and check-in •    1900: Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Overnight: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp

Once-in-a-lifetime encounters with Uganda’s endangered gorillas await when you stay in one of these ten private luxury tents in the heart of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Ecologically respectful, contemporary-yet-classic in style, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp blends in sensitively with the dramatic African mountain landscape and, situated uniquely inside the national park, you are only minutes away from the start of your gorilla trekking adventure. Located in one of the remotest areas of Africa, these comfortable canvas spaces are dressed with indigenous prints and furniture made from natural materials. Beds are draped in neutral-toned linens, and local artefacts set a scene that ensures memorable moments both inside and out the accommodation. Each tent has a spacious, stone-walled bathroom with private sections, and a free-standing bath for a relaxing soak after a day’s trekking. The trees around the camp light up in the morning when the sun starts shining, and thanks to there being so few tents, the camp retains an intimate, exclusive feel, enabling you to experience Africa’s magic with the lightest of footprints yet with practically every mod con.

Activities

Ishasha Game Drive

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day Itinerary

•  0600: Begin the day with a cup of coffee. •    0630: Ready for a morning transfer to the park headquarters for your gorilla trekking briefing. •    0800: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi starts. •    1300:  Estimated time of returning from the jungle back to your lodge. •    1330: Lunch at the Lodge. •    1500: Afternoon Batwa Village experience.  •    1830: Dinner and overnight stay.

Activities

Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Batwa Cultural Village

Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Wake early for a hearty breakfast to give you the energy needed for gorilla trekking. Before 8:00 am, report to the ranger station for registration and a talk by one of the rangers. The guides will then take you through the bush, pushing your way through the undergrowth, to track the gorillas. (Please note this trek can take from 30 minutes to 5-6 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 ‘talk’ to one another, 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.

Batwa Cultural Village

The Batwa Cultural village is where the Batwa (Pigmies) still live in the same way they used to years ago in tree houses. The Batwa only began leaving their forest homes around 15 years ago and they have been able to remain on this land thanks to the support of a generous American benefactor who donated the land back to them and created a cultural program. The fees from visiting tourists and are given to the Batwa project and they delight in welcoming visitors to their village and demonstrating how they make weapons, dance, make fires using sticks and cook.

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Lake Mburo National Park

Situated in the southwestern region of Uganda, Lake Mburo National Park is an easily accessible, compact little gem. Renowned for its impressive biodiversity, Lake Mburo National Park shelters almost seventy mammal species and over 300 avian species in its forests, swamps and grasslands. This spectacular landscape features open plains of savanna interrupted by rocky ridges, forested gorges and lush dense woodland. Crocodiles, hippos and a myriad of water birds are found in and around the five lakes, of which Lake Mburo is the largest. Other commonly spotted wildlife include: impala, oribi, eland, zebra, buffalo, Defassa waterbuck, leopard, hyena, hippo and reedbuck.

Day Itinerary

•   0800:  Start your morning with a cup of African coffee. •    0900:  Drive and continue to Lake Mburo National Park. •    1300: Estimated time of arrival at Lake Mburo. •    1330: Check-in and Lunch at the lodge. •    1500: Evening game drive in Lake Mburo.  •    1900: Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.

Overnight: Mihingo Lodge Horse Safari

Located in Mbarara, Uganda, Mihingo Lodge offers a horseback riding experience within the Ugandan bush. Upon arrival at Mihingo Lodge, riders may indulge in a delicious home-cooked lunch whilst taking in their new and impressive surroundings. In preparation for the days ahead, the Stables Manager will escort riders to meet their four-legged guides and discuss the routes and timings, allowing riders to explore the grounds and get to know their horsey partners. Riders will enjoy an early breakfast in the morning and be ready to start the day's safari. Over the following days, the horse guides will show riders a beautifully diverse and ever-changing choice of landscapes allowing riders to experience all the wonders of the wilderness.

Activities

Game Drive in Lake Mburo

Game Drive in Lake Mburo

The Game Drive in Lake Mburo passes a variety of landscape features including acacia woodland, wetlands, grassy hillsides, rock outcrops and seasonally flooded valley floors. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to roam the park in search of wildlife. On a game drive in this park, one is assured of spotting Zebra, Buffalo, Impala, Warthog and Waterbuck. Visitors can also enjoy night drives making this an ideal activity to spot nocturnal animals such as bushbabies, pottos and perhaps even a leopard.

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day Itinerary

•  0700: Begin the day with a cup of coffee. •    0830: Take a guided bush walk in Lake Mburo.  •    1200: Lunch at the Lodge •    1400: Afternoon Boat ride on Lake Mburo. •    1900: Dinner and overnight stay.

Activities

Hiking and Nature Walks in Lake Mburo

Lake Mburo Boat Cruise

Hiking and Nature Walks in Lake Mburo

Unusually, the whole park is open to walkers as long as they are accompanied by a ranger guide. At Rwonyo, a guided walk leads to a salt lick where many animals are attracted to the salty rocks. Walks on the western side of the lake begin in the morning, making it easier to encounter hyenas returning to their dens and hippos retreating to the lake. Hikes through the woodland provide an opportunity to sight forest birds and mammals, while the walk to the top of the hill rewards visitors with a spectacular view of 9 of the region’s 14 lakes.

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day Itinerary

•  0800: Begin the day with a cup of coffee. •    0900: Transfer and return to Kampala. •    1300: Lunch in Kampala. •    1500: Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your flight. •    TBA: Flight time to be advised. End of service.

Basis

Breakfast and Lunch

Transport

Flight Information

Date	Flight	Airline	Departure Airport	Time	Arrival Airport	Time	Class	Ref
	Scheduled		Crater Safari Lodge		Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Transfers

Date	Company	Pick Up	Drop Off	Time	Vehicle
		Entebbe International Airport [EBB]	No.5 Boutique Hotel		Transfer
		No.5 Boutique Hotel	Crater Safari Lodge		Transfer
		Kyambura Gorge Lodge	Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp		Transfer
		Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp	Mihingo Lodge Horse Safari		Transfer
		Mihingo Lodge Horse Safari	Entebbe International Airport [EBB]		Transfer