Gorilla holidays in Uganda
| country: | Uganda |
| departures: | 2008: 5 Sep, 14 Dec 2009: 18 Jan, 1 Feb, 5 Jun, 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 4 Sep, 20 Dec |
| price: | From £1699 - £2099 (11 days) including flights from the UK, from £1239 excluding flights. Single supplement £75, local payment US $360 |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
An extraordinary chance to track the elusive mountain gorilla through remote rainforest and to see chimpanzees at close range, topped off with prolific bird life – this is an unforgettable wildlife adventure.
From your lakeside hotel in Entebbe you set off to the rich habitat of Kibale Forest, home to over 300 species of bird and the greatest variety and concentration of primates in East Africa. Here you will have the chance to track chimpanzees, watching along the way for red colobus monkey, blue monkey and white-cheeked mangabey.
Queen Elizabeth II NP
Crossing the equator you reach Queen Elizabeth II NP. From your lodge base overlooking the Kazinga Channel, you game drive to spot lion, elephant, giant forest hog, antelope, hyena, baboon and crested crane. A boat trip on the Channel is the perfect opportunity to observe hippo, crocodile and its prolific bird life.
Gorillas in the Mist
Driving south, you may have a chance to catch sight of tree-climbing lions before reaching the Impenetrable Forest of Bwindi National Park, where half the world’s population of mountain gorillas live. Experienced trackers guide you through the forest in small groups, often over difficult terrain. Encountering a group of gorillas and sitting metres away from a great silverback is nothing less than awesome! Finally you visit Mburo NP with a chance to sight the Burchell’s zebra before you return to Entebbe
From your lakeside hotel in Entebbe you set off to the rich habitat of Kibale Forest, home to over 300 species of bird and the greatest variety and concentration of primates in East Africa. Here you will have the chance to track chimpanzees, watching along the way for red colobus monkey, blue monkey and white-cheeked mangabey.
Queen Elizabeth II NP
Crossing the equator you reach Queen Elizabeth II NP. From your lodge base overlooking the Kazinga Channel, you game drive to spot lion, elephant, giant forest hog, antelope, hyena, baboon and crested crane. A boat trip on the Channel is the perfect opportunity to observe hippo, crocodile and its prolific bird life.
Gorillas in the Mist
Driving south, you may have a chance to catch sight of tree-climbing lions before reaching the Impenetrable Forest of Bwindi National Park, where half the world’s population of mountain gorillas live. Experienced trackers guide you through the forest in small groups, often over difficult terrain. Encountering a group of gorillas and sitting metres away from a great silverback is nothing less than awesome! Finally you visit Mburo NP with a chance to sight the Burchell’s zebra before you return to Entebbe
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1-2: | Overnight flight to Entebbe, transfer to hotel |
| Day 3: | Drive to Fort Portal |
| Day 4: | Track chimps in Kibale NP, drive to Mweya |
| Day 5: | Queen Elizabeth II NP & Kazinga Channel cruise |
| Day 6: | Drive to Bwindi via Ishasha |
| Day 7-8: | Gorilla tracking |
| Day 9: | Mbarara |
| Day 10: | Lake Mburo NP; Entebbe |
| Day 11: | Fly to London |
travellers' tales
I would definately give a 10 out of 10....This is a great action packed holiday where you really do and see quite alot over the short time that you are there which adds to the memories when looking back at the time spent in Uganda while flying home. (more)
small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places.how this holiday makes a difference
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On this trip: We support the orphanage school in Bwindi, which was founded six years ago and operates solely on donations. You will have the opportunity to visit the school and see how they are progressing. If you would like to offer your support by taking a gift they would be delighted to receive any books or learning equipment; they have very few resources here at all but you will see a strong determination and great joy for life! Funds raised by gorilla permits aid conservation of the mountain gorilla and contribute to maintenance of the national parks. A percentage of park entrance fees are donated to local communities. We stay in locally owned hotels and use local transport as well as local guides thus putting money back into the community.
Our Responsible Travel Code: Clients who travel with us will automatically receive a copy of our Responsible Travel leaflet. This contains details and advice on how you can make a positive difference when you travel. If you would like a copy in advance of travel please contact us. Charity Partnerships: We work in partnership with Plan International. Plan works with some of the world’s poorest communities where three out of four children die before the age of five. We also support Friends of Conservation – an international charity committed to working with local people to develop a balance between their needs and the wildlife with which they share the natural habitat and ecosystems. Carbon Balancing: Global warming is a real issue and is a direct result of your travel. We have teamed up with Climate Care to give you the opportunity to offset the carbon emissions from your flight. You’ll be asked upon booking if you want to donate – with set amounts from £5. As a company we offset the carbon emissions from all staff travel in full. Our Foundation: We’ve highlighted a few of the ways in which we offer our support, financially or otherwise, and now you can, too. We have set up our own foundation, which will administer funds donated by you. A small donation of £1 per person will be taken when booking a holiday and that money will be put to good use by one of our carefully selected projects. If you don’t want to make the donation, just tell us when you book. |
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