5-day Mountain Gorilla Expedition (Accommodated)
Tour Code 22MGE5. Short Safaris & Treks
5 days from
$3'700 USD
USD
Plus 800 USD mandatory supplements.
The rain forests of south western Uganda are home to about half of the worlds last remaining mountain gorillas, and this safari takes you for a very special wildlife encounter with these magnificent apes in their natural habitat. We also enjoy game drives and boat rides to see other fascinating wildlife, and explore the beautiful terraced hillsides of Uganda, dotted with picturesque lakes and rural landscapes.
Please note gorilla permits are paid for at the time of confirming your booking.
Day 1. Kampala to Lake Mburo National Park Highlights. Lake Victoria, Uganda.
After departing Kampala, Uganda's capital city our journey takes us along the shores of Lake Victoria towards the Kigezi Highlands and onward to Lake Mburo.Day 2. Lake Mburo National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park Highlights. Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda.
Lake Mburo National Park allows walking safaris which is rare in East Africa and this morning we enjoy this excursion before returning to the vehicles and heading towards the Queen Elizabeth National Park and our accommodation overlooking Lake Edward.Day 3. Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Highlights. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda.
After a morning game driving in the Queen Elizabeth National Park with the peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains in the distance we head on south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in preparation for our trek to visit the mountain gorillas tomorrow.Day 4. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Gorilla Trek Highlights. Mountain gorillas.
We have an exciting and strenuous day today and after our briefing we are off through the steep dense jungle slopes in search of the endangered mountain gorilla.Day 5. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Kampala Highlights. Equator.
Our short but exciting adventure comes to an end today as we return in our vehicles to the capital city, Kampala where early this evening arrangements end.
Large centrally located three-star hotel adjacent to Kampala’s golf course and a short taxi ride to the city centre, with good views of Kampala’s skyline from the higher floors. A very large pool area with terrace restaurant, gym and spacious leafy gardens.
Rooms – single, twin, double en suite rooms with air-conditioning, balconies, and satellite TV.
Facilities – restaurant, bar, coffee shop, swimming pool, internet, laundry.
Transfers are available from the Airport by pre-arrangement
* Suggested pre and post tour accommodation can be booked together with your tour. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Large centrally located three-star hotel adjacent to Kampala’s golf course and a short taxi ride to the city centre, with good views of Kampala’s skyline from the higher floors. A very large pool area with terrace restaurant, gym and spacious leafy gardens.
Rooms – single, twin, double en suite rooms with air-conditioning, balconies, and satellite TV.
Facilities – restaurant, bar, coffee shop, swimming pool, internet, laundry.
Transfers are available from the Airport by pre-arrangement
* Suggested pre and post tour accommodation can be booked together with your tour. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Additional Info
TOUR STYLE:
Short Safari & Treks
This Short Safaris & Treks tour is operated by a locally based (African) ground handler. We believe that working with a local operator in this way assists the community to benefit in a sustainable way from tourism. At the same time it provides our clients with the extensive local knowledge and enthusiasm of the local staff and guides employed to ensure your safari is as enjoyable as it is memorable.
GORILLA PERMITS:
The Uganda Wildlife Authority imposes strict regulations regarding the gorilla trekking permits. One of these is that permits must be booked and paid in advance. In order for us to do this we must collect your permit money, in addition to your normal deposit, at the time of booking. Like your deposit, the permit money is not refundable if you cancel your tour. The Gorilla Permits currently (January 2020) cost US$795.00 per person. Please ask your agent or Acacia for the equivalent amount in your own currency.
ACCOMMODATION:
Comfortable locally run lodge or tented camp with en-suite facilities
TRANSPORT:
Mini bus
Meals
4 Breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 Dinners
Accommodation
Comfortable twin-share lodges or tented camps with en suite facilities (4 nights)
The pricing on this websites is the latest pricing and supersedes any pricing published in brochures, leaflets or any other advertised price.
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