Gorillas, Chimps & Nile River (Accommodated) - 9 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Queen Elizabeth National Park - Go trekking in search of chimpanzees, which are usually spotted in the treetops
- Bwindi National Park - Embark on a memorable trek to see endangered mountain gorillas in the steamy jungles of Uganda
- Lake Bunyonyi - When not trekking to see gorillas, relax beside this idyllic lake, surrounded by greenery and rolling hills
- Jinja - Spend two days beside the Nile in the adventure capital of East Africa, with the opportunity to help at a local school initiative and enjoy a range of optional activities
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Trip includes
- 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 8 dinners
- 8 nights simple twin share accommodation (please refer to the trip notes for details)
- Escorted by a licensed 2-person crew
- Transportation in a 24-seater overland truck with camping and cooking equipment
- All road tolls and vehicle taxes
- Queen Elizabeth National Park chimpanzee trekking with expert guides (subject to payment of permits, see cost below)
- Bwindi National Park gorilla trekking with expert guides (subject to payment of permits, see cost below)
Itinerary
Kampala - Queen Elizabeth National Park. Departing early from Kampala, we cross the Equator again and pass through fertile green hills, tangled forests and rugged mountain ranges to the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Originally Named Kazinga National Park on i...
Today we are heading into Queen Elizabeth National Park, admiring the mountain views and stopping whenever we see something of interest. As well as the charismatic larger animals, the reserve is home to more than 500 bird species. Reaching Kyambura Gorge we head out o...
Queen Elizabeth National Park - Lake Bunyonyi. On day 3 we drive to Lake Bunyonyi, dotted with scenic islands and surrounded by lush forest and rolling hills. Over the next three days everyone in the group will enjoy their mountain gorilla trek, but we will split into...
Lake Bunyonyi - Kampala. Leaving the mountain gorillas and Lake Bunyonyi behind, we return to Kampala, skirting around the northern edge of Lake Victoria. There is time this evening for you to head into the city and explore, meet the locals or try some of the local cuisine if you wish.
Kampala - Jinja. It's a short drive today as we make our way to Jinja, a city in southern Uganda on the banks of Lake Victoria, source of the River Nile. From here, the river flows for 5,584km, through 11 countries. It enters the Mediterranean Sea in Egypt, having pro...
Today is completely free for you to unwind by the Nile. Enjoy some of the optional activities available, go for a long walk beside the river or simply relax at the campsite with a good book - the choice is yours!
Jinja - Kampala. Relax the morning on the bank of the Nile, go on to exploring the nearby community of Jinja. This afternoon, we make our way back to Kampala where our tour ends.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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What's excluded
- Non refundable Gorilla & Chimpanzee Permit: USD $935pp (or equivalent in your currency) - pay at time of booking in addition to the deposit
- Airport transfers
- International flights and visas
- Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
- Optional activities
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18 and over. Anyone over 65 to complete a Tour Suitability Form.Maximum age 75.
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