Primates of Uganda

The beautiful Central African country of Uganda is one of the continent’s most surprising.
Private Journeys

Uganda
9 days, from AU$12,130
12,130pts
Private

Journey Overview

The beautiful Central African country of Uganda is one of the continent’s most surprising. It is best known for its population of mountain gorillas found in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park but there are many other wildlife experiences to offer. You’ll visit the Kibale Forest Reserve to track chimpanzees in the wild, Queen Elizabeth National Park and at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park bed down at the luxurious Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, which is your base for gorilla tracking.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Entebbe.

Arrive into Entebbe where you are transferred to your hotel.
The Boma (Standard Room)

Day 2: Entebbe – Kibale National Park.

Much of today is spent on the road to Kibale National Park in the far west of the country (approx 6 hours). Set against the backdrop of Lake Kyaninga and the mystical Rwenzori Mountains, Kibale has one of the highest diversities and concentration of primates of any park in Africa. It is home to a large number of endangered chimpanzees, as well as the red colobus monkey and the rare L’Hoest’s monkey (B,L,D).
Kyaninga Lodge (Cottage)

Day 3: Kibale National Park.

Kibale is one of Africa’s premier destinations for chimpanzee tracking. Today you head out with your tracker in search of these engaging creatures. The forest is also home to over 300 species of birds, with six endemic to the park, and other mammals including leopard, rare forest elephants, buffalo, giant forest hog and half a dozen species of antelope (B,L,D).
Kyaninga Lodge (Cottage)

Day 4: Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Drive south (4 hours) to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The game density here is high and it supports some of the largest herds of elephant in Uganda. There is prolific plains game and a good number of predators (B,L,D).
Ishasha Wilderness Camp (Tent)

Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park.

At Ishasha, game drives through the park by day and night are included. Resident wildlife includes Spotted hyena, leopard, hippo, elephant, buffalo, waterbuck and a population of tree climbing lions (B,L,D).
Ishasha Wilderness Camp (Tent)

Day 6: Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi.

This morning continue south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive at your luxury camp, located in the rainforest on a mountainside in the park (B,L,D).
Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (Tent)

Days 7–8: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Bwindi is home to many primates including colobus monkeys and chimpanzees, but is most notable for its population of the critically endangered mountain gorilla. Spend the next two days trekking through the forest to locate one of the habituated gorilla families. The walk is demanding, up and down steep forested slopes and through thick jungle vegetation, but sighting the gorillas in the undergrowth is an inspiring moment! Spend time observing the family as they interact with each other, play and forage (B,L,D).
Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (Tent)

Day 9: Bwindi – Depart Entebbe.

Transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Entebbe and onward connections (B,L).

PRICE
Twin Share Per Person: From $12,130
Solo Traveller: From $15,745

Contact A&K for more details.

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Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp

Located deep in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in western Uganda, this intimate lodge offers luxury in the midst of one of Africa's most amazing natural environments. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Bwindi is one of the most biologically diverse areas on earth including 113 species of mammals (including a herd of the rare forest elephant), 200 species of butterfly and over 360 species of birds. In addition, Bwindi is home to seven species of primates of which the most endangered is the elusive mountain gorilla. Only 700 of these magnificent animals remain worldwide and Bwindi is home to just over half of them.

Gorilla Forest Camp has a bar and dining cottage as well as a natural raised platform for open-air dining. At night, a traditional African campfire is lit where the gorilla briefings take place. Cuisine and service has been described as the best in Uganda. Experienced guides will accompany you on your gorilla trekking where a maximum of eight visitors are allowed to each gorilla family group. Tracking can take anything between half an hour and up to nine hours dependent on the family you are visiting. You will also be trekking at altitudes of 5200 feet so a good level of fitness is required.

Why we like it

Perfect luxury base to go gorilla tracking
Other activities on offer include bird watching, forest tracking and visits to the local market and villages
Eight spacious tents on raised wooden platforms with en suite bathrooms
A superb mini spa offering various treatments and massages
Children are welcome at the camp but only children aged 15 and above are able to track the gorillas

Emirates

Emirates flies the world’s biggest and one of the youngest fleets of aircraft in the world made up exclusively of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s. Once on board, customers are treated to gourmet dining, award-winning inflight entertainment, unrivalled comfort and exceptional service. Emirates offers one-stop seamless connections via Dubai to over 20 destinations across Africa including historical Cairo in Egypt and stunning Cape Town in South Africa. The Emirates network also features services to more than 15 cities in the Middle East including some of A&K’s favourites: Muscat, Tehran and Amman.

FIRST CLASS
Arrive inspired in First Class. Unwind in your own Private Suite, rejuvenate in the Emirates A380 Shower Spa* and savour fine dining served whenever the mood takes you. Fly First Class and make every journey your own.

BUSINESS CLASS
Stretch out and relax in comfort. Explore the world through regionally inspired dishes, and join the conversation over fine wines by taking a stroll to the most spacious and stylish bar in the sky, the Emirates A380 Onboard Bar and Lounge. Business and pleasure mix all too well with Emirates Business Class.

ECONOMY CLASS
Sit back, relax and enjoy up to 2,500 channels of award-winning entertainment. Savour gourmet meals and stay connected with loved ones in the air with free WiFi*. Fill every moment with new experiences when you fly Economy Class.

*Terms and conditions apply.

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Dates & Prices

As this Private Journey can be personalised to your specific requirements, it is not available for online booking.

Depending on your preferred dates and arrangements, final pricing will vary from low season to peak season travel.

Please call A&K on 1300 851 800 or send us a booking enquiry to book this journey

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