Day 01:
Meet and greet in Entebbe International Airport, transfer to Fort Portal which nestles in the shadow of the fabled” Mountains of the Moon". Afternoon visit to Bigodi swamp, see smaller mammals and primates. Highlights are finding the rare red colobus monkey & the sitatunga. Dinner & overnight at Ndali Lodge.

Day 02
Full day search of chimpanzee and 10 other primate including l' hoestes, red colobus, blues, red tailed and gray-cheeked mangabey. The guide will provide detailed explanations, on primates, the forest fauna and flora. The walk is both informative and enjoyable. Dinner and overnight at Ndali Lodge.

Day 03:
Proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park following the mystical Ruwenzori Mountain range for much of the journey. A game drive en route may be rewarded with views of lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, hyena and a variety of antelope species. After lunch, enjoy the unique 2-hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward. This trip passes through possibly the highest concentration of hippos. Many animals may be seen drinking at the water's edge. This launch cruise offers an excellent platform for photography, bird watching and game viewing. The prolific bird life is colorful and stupendous with well over 550 resident species. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge or Jacana Safari Lodge.

Day 04:
Two game drives today. Queen Elizabeth National Park's diverse Eco-system of grassy plains, tropical forest, rivers, swamps, lakes and volcanic craters is home to an incredible abundance of wildlife. Game drives in this park, with the massive Rwenzoris as a backdrop provides excellent opportunities to see lion, leopard, giant forest hog, Cape buffalo, elephants, defassa waterbuck, Uganda Kob, Topi and bushbuck. These two game drives and the boat trip (taken prior) are memorable methods of discovering a vast array of wildlife. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge or Jacana Safari Lodge.

Day 05:
Drive through the "Switzerland of Africa" area known as the Kigezi Highlands with its terraced hillside and winding roads to Kisoro or Bwindi. Dinner/overnight at Buhoma Homestead

Day 06:
Early morning entry into Gorilla sanctuary. This rainforest is spectacular. It offers a dramatic steeply forested landscape and is incredibly dense, criss-crossed by numerous animal trails allowing access to tourists. Mammals include the endangered Mt. gorillas, rare golden monkey, buffalo, elephant, black-fronted duiker, bushbuck, leopard, giant forest hog etc. This park is best known for the fascinating gorillas. The time taken and the terrain vary according to the movements of these marvelous primates. The thrill of observing the gorillas is a rare, moving, exciting adventure. The gorilla is a shy and peaceful animal. Dinner and overnight at Buhoma Homestead .

Day 07:
After breakfast drive to Lake Mburo. Afternoon boat ride. Dinner and over night at Lake Mburo Mantana Camp

Day 08:
After breakfast do a safari walk. Leisurely drive back to Kampala. Transfer to the Entebbe for onward flight.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
All Accommodations
Meals as stipulated within itinerary
All government and hotel taxes and service charges
All land travel within Uganda
All Intra-Uganda scheduled and charter flights
All park, reserve, and conservation area entrance fees
All gorilla-viewing activities
All vehicle transfers to/from lodges/camps, airports, hotels, etc.
Uganda Gorilla permits

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
Some alcoholic beverages and other personal expenses
Gratuities to drivers/guides and staff members (suggested $5-$10 per person per day)
Intra-Uganda Airport departure taxes ($2 per flight payable at departures)
Uganda International departure tax ($40 payable at departure)
Uganda Visa Fees
Pre-trip inoculations
International Airfares
Travel Insurance

For Bookings Contact
Consaga Khisa
DESTINATION CONNECT
Tel 254 20 273 8211 / 272 3790
SMS +254722 268 722
Nairobi, Kenya

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Rates are valid up to 22nd December 2006.