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Hills of Africa Travel
16 Days Itinerary
Uganda - Chimps, Gorillas and Safari
Important Information - Passport and Visa Information Uganda - (US and
Canadian Passport Holders)
Important Information - Health - Uganda
Important Information - Yellow Fever Advisory
Important Information - Luggage Requirements (Light Aircraft Charter
Flights)
Important Information - Plastic Bags Banned
Important Information - Local Currency
Day 2 VIP Assistance - Entebbe Airport · VIP Assistance through Customs &
Immigration.
Transfer · Entebbe Airport to Hotel No. 5
Hotel No. 5 Entebbe (3 Nights)
Day 3 Private Guiding Services - Uganda
Relaxing morning or Optional Excursions
Day 4 Transfer · Entebbe to Murchison Falls
ZIWA Rhino Sanctuary
Uganda - Murchison Falls
Paraa Safari Lodge (3 Nights)
Day 5 Uganda - Murchison Falls, Game Viewing Safari & Property Inspection
Day 6 Uganda - Murchison Falls Morning & Afternoon Boat Rides with Optional
Hike
Charter Flight - Murchison Falls to Kasese
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Day 7 Charter Flight - Murchison Falls to Kasese
Transfer · Kasese to Kibale Forest
Ndali Lodge, Kibale Forest (2 Nights)
Day 8 Uganda - Kibale - Chimpanzee Tracking
Uganda - Kibale Forest Area
Day 9 Transfer · Kibale Forest to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Mweya Safari Lodge (2 Nights)
Day 10 Uganda - Queen Elizabeth National Park - Game Drive AM
Kazinga Channel - Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 11 Uganda - Game Drive with transfer to Ishasha Sector of QEP
Ishasha Wilderness Camp (1 Night)
Game Drive - Queen Elizabeth National Park PM
Day 12 Uganda - Game Drive with Transfer To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and
Buhoma Lodge
Buhoma Lodge Uganda (3 Nights)
Day 13 Uganda - Gorilla Trekking - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Uganda - Bwindi - Ride 4 A Woman
Day 14 Gorilla Trekking - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Day Two
Day 15 Transfer · Buhoma Lodge to Kihihi Airstrip
Charter Flight - Kihihi Airstrip to Entebbe Airport
Transfer · Entebbe Airport to Hotel No 5
Hotel No 5 - Day Rooms
Transfer · Hotel No 5 to Entebbe Airport
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Hills of Africa Notes
Uganda Inclusions
Uganda Exclusions
Important Information - Passport and Visa Information Uganda - (US
and Canadian Passport Holders)
IMPORTANT VISA INFORMATION - US passports require visas to enter Uganda, and must have at
least two empty pages in their passports for each country visited. Passports must be valid for at least
6 months from the date of departure from the last country visited.
Uganda tourist visa costs: USD50 per person, single entry.
Please have exact amount in cash for visas as no change will be given.
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Important Information - Health - Uganda
All travelers to Uganda are required to have a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (issued at
least two weeks before travel). Please keep your yellow fever certificate with your passport at all
times.
Malaria is always a concern when traveling to Africa. Your doctor will best prescribe the necessary
medications based on the areas you are traveling to.
Important Information - Yellow Fever Advisory
Yellow Fever Advisory
The yellow fever virus is found in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa and South America. The
virus is spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. Yellow fever is a very rare cause of
illness in U.S. travelers, however to prevent getting sick from yellow fever, use insect repellent, wear
long-sleeved shirts and long pants, and get vaccinated.
The International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is:
•required in Uganda
Please be certain to arrange for Yellow Fever vaccination at least two weeks prior to travel. You will
want to keep your Yellow Fever vaccination certificate with your passport at all times.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Countries may change their vaccination requirements with out notice In some
instances border agents may use their discretion to require on-site vaccination, despite officially
stated requirements.
Further details can be found via Centers for Disease Control at www.cdc.gov/yellowfever/index.html
or the International Association of Medical Assistance for Travellers at www.iamat.org/risks/yellow-
fever
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Important Information - Luggage Requirements (Light Aircraft
Charter Flights)
On ALL light aircrafts, only soft bags will be accepted - no hard suitcases, as they physically cannot
fit into the aircraft. Duffel bags without wheels are preferred. This includes camera equipment and
hand luggage.
Weight Limits: Luggage, including camera equipment and hand luggage, is restricted on charter
flights to 15kg (33 lbs) per person.
Luggage Dimensions: The maximum dimensions of the soft bags are as follows: 25cm (10 in) wide x
30cm (12in) high x 62cm (24in) long (to fit through the opening of the cargo hold). Please keep in
mind that the baggage compartments on the light aircraft are only 25 cm (10in) high, so the pilots
must be able to manipulate the bag into the compartment.
Passenger Weight Limits: Passengers exceeding the personal weight limits indicated below MUST
advise us in advance to confirm if an extra seat must be purchased. Please remember that these
restrictions are imposed by the airline to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew.
Central Africa - Passengers weighing 85kg (188lbs) or more, please advise us in advance
Important Information - Plastic Bags Banned
Many countries around the world have moved to ban the use of plastic bags in an effort to reduce
litter and the long-term, negative impacts upon the environment.
The ban includes:
• Plastic shopping bags
• Single-use plastic bags, with or without handles
• Zip top plastic bags
• Duty-free bags
Uganda has implemented this policy.
Please note that some countries are stricter in enforcing this ban than others.
Suggested alternatives to plastic bags would include packing cubes or dry sacks, similar to those
used for camping or kayaking. There are many options available, and easy to find online.
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Important Information - Local Currency
Prior to travel it is important to be certain your bank and credit card issuers know you will be
traveling abroad so your cards are not locked due to security concerns.
Central Africa:
USD is accepted throughout Central Africa for tips. For other purchases you should exchange USD to
get the appropriate local currency. Your guide will assist with this process. Please be aware that
correct change may not be given.
Uganda: Ugandan Shilling - USD is acceptable for tipping, and is relatively easy to exchange. There
are numerous Forex Bureau and banks in the capital and the main towns. Credit cards are accepted
in major hotels and restaurants, but generally it is best to carry cash (shillings) upcountry while on
safari.
Day 2
VIP Assistance - Entebbe Airport · VIP Assistance through Customs &
Immigration.
Welcome to Uganda! On arrival in Entebbe you will be met off the airplane by our VIP MEET & GREET staff (look for your name
on a sign). They will then assist you to clear Uganda's immigration & customs formalities
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - US passports require visas to enter Uganda AND must have at least two empty pages in their
passports for each country visited. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure from the last
country visited. Uganda tourist visa costs: USD50 per person/single entry. Please have exact amount in cash for visas as no
change will be given.
All travelers to Uganda are required to have a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (issued at least two weeks before
travel). Please keep your yellow fever certificate with your passport at all times.
You will then be helped to collect your luggage and proceed to the arrivals area.
Transfer · Entebbe Airport to Hotel No. 5
Notes
In the Arrivals Hall you will be met (look for your name on a sign) and transferred to Hotel No 5.
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Hotel No. 5 Entebbe
+256 797 282 908
5 Edna Road
Entebbe, Uganda
3 Nights
Nestled in the leafy suburbs of Entebbe, Hotel No.5 is a stylish boutique hotel. From the moment you arrive, you are warmly
welcomed and cared for. With all luxurious rooms opening onto the garden and swimming pool, this is a great option for
guests looking for an intimate stay in a tranquil setting. Make yourself at home unwind beside the swimming pool, pamper
yourself with a spa treatment, or work up a sweat in the hotel gym. For one of the most flavorsome dining experiences in
Entebbe, carefully planned menus are paired to an international wine list, and served with pride. Attention to detail and an
attentive guest experience are synonymous with Hotel No 5, making it the perfect choice for a restful stay in this bustling city.
The hotel boasts 10 luxury rooms and 5 luxury apartments, wifi throughout, delicious dining options and a gym to burn off the
calories. Relax by the pool or indulge in a spa treatment to unwind after your long travels or a busy day sight seeing. All rooms
are air conditioned, have private bathrooms and feature a balcony or terrace overlooking the garden and pool.
Day 3
Private Guiding Services - Uganda
While in Uganda, you will have a private guide and private vehicle for most of your journey. Your guide is private and
specialized, and will go out of the way to customize your trip to your desires. If you love local people he will make sure you get
to experience authentic villages without the maddening crowds, if you desire eating a mango he will help you find a tree to
pick your own mango, if you want to get involved and see a hospital at work, he knows the doctors and will give you a personal
tour. This is your chance to have a unique trip, totally customized to you.
Relaxing morning or Optional Excursions
This morning you may choose to sleep in and relax after your long day traveling to get to Uganda. Or you may prefer to enjoy a
half-day, morning excursion (additional costs will apply).
Some options are:
• A visit to Ngamba Chimpanzee sanctuary
• Cycling around Entebbe
• Visit the botanical Gardens
• Go for a tour of the reptile village
• Take a boat ride to the Mabamba swamp and search for the endangered shoebill
stork.
• A half day tour of Kampala city
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Day 4
Transfer · Entebbe to Murchison Falls
Notes
This morning at 7:00am, you will be met in the lobby by your private driver/guide. You will have a briefing on your safari and
start your journey to Murchison Falls.
ZIWA Rhino Sanctuary
En-route to Murchison Falls, you will make a stop at the ZIWA Rhino Sanctuary, about 4 hours drive from Entebbe.
The ZIWA Rhino and Wildlife Sanctuary is the proud home of the only wild rhinos in Uganda. The sanctuary was created to
reintroduce Rhino to Uganda after their extinction in 1982.
Presently the sanctuary is home to 28 southern white rhinos and has become increasingly popular for rhino trekking, bird
watching, nature walks and relaxation. On arrival at the sanctuary, you will be introduced to trained rangers who will ably
guide you through to the Rhinos. You will have the opportunity to observe them at a very close and safe distance. While at the
sanctuary you may also encounter a range of other wildlife species including Uganda kobs, reed bucks, oribis, rich bucks,
hippos, crocodiles and lots of bird species. This tour takes about 1 hour.
Lunch will be enjoyed at Amuka Lodge, after which you will continue on your way to Murchison Falls, about 3 hours drive
further.
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Uganda - Murchison Falls
Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda's largest national park, with an area of 2300 square miles. It lies in the core of the
Murchison Falls Conservation Area. Beginning with a panoramic drive northwest, you will cross the Nile River by a ferry and
drive up to the lodge.
Paraa Safari Lodge
+256 31226 0262
Murchison Falls National Park
Paraa 22827, Uganda
3 Nights
Paraa Safari Lodge, located in Murchison Falls National Park Uganda, over looks one of nature best kept secrets the River Nile
on its journey from its source at Lake Victoria to join Lake Albert. Here it is suddenly channeled into a gorge only six meters
wide and cascades 43 meters below. The earth literally trembles at Murchison Falls - one of the world most powerful flows of
natural water.
Paraa Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of comfort relaxation and adventure. Set in an area of landscaped gardens the lodge
recreates a mood that we have come to associate with the famous explorers of East Africa The safari decor of the lodge still
reflects the bygone era of early explorers enshrined with a modern touch. The luxurious pool overlooks the winding River Nile
below which was the setting for the classic Hollywood movie The African Queen starring Katharine Hepburn and Humphrey
Bogart.
Enjoy a variety of excursions and activities from exhilarating Safari drives to boat trips along the River Nile ending at the foot of
Murchison Falls. A variety of ecosystems and an impressive 451 species of birds await you here.
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Day 5 Uganda - Murchison Falls, Game Viewing Safari & Property Inspection Today at 7:00am, after a coffee, head out for a morning game drive, taking the delta circuit where there’s a possibility of spotting the leopards along the leopard track, the Jackson's hartebeest, large concentrations of Uganda Kobs because of the many breeding grounds and large families of the Defassa waterbuck, together with giraffe herds, groups of the dainty oribi and buffalo herds. The high supply of Kobs called for an unavoidable prides of lions to the delta too. You will return to the lodge for a full breakfast around 10:00am. In the afternoon, you will enjoy an afternoon/evening game drive. Day 6 Uganda - Murchison Falls Morning & Afternoon Boat Rides with Optional Hike In the morning around 7:00 am you will take a boat ride to the Delta with an afternoon boat ride to the bottom of the falls. Morning hours will be dedicated to a boat ride towards the delta section and a search for the endangered Shoebill Stork. In the afternoon, you will safari upstream by boat to the calm Victoria Nile and the base of the falls just tens of meters from the Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 9
In the afternoon, you will safari upstream by boat to the calm Victoria Nile and the base of the falls just tens of meters from the
"Devil's Cauldron." You have an option to hike to the top of the Murchison Falls, from this vantage point you will have an
opportunity to see the Nile's beauty perfected as you watch the Nile forced through a seven-meter cleft in the rocks and plunge
45 meters below, forming a spectacular rainbow.
Day 7
Charter Flight - Murchison Falls to Kasese
This morning at 9:00am you will transfer to the airstrip in time for your scenic flight to Queen Elizabeth. Departure time will
be confirmed the prior evening by your guide. Flying along the Nile at a very low altitude, gives you the best game viewing
opportunity then proceed towards the mystical Rwenzori Mountain Range and finally land at Kasese airstrip please keep an
eye out for the most amazing views of the farmlands, rivers ,savannahs, ever green forests and crater lakes.
Transfer · Kasese to Kibale Forest
Notes
On arrival (around 12:00pm) at the airstrip you will be met by your guide for transfer to your lodge, passing through Fort
Portal which rests in the shadow of the fabled "Mountains of the Moon". As you journey on through farmlands and
homesteads, lunch will be waiting for you upon arrival at your lodge.
Ndali Lodge, Kibale Forest
+256 77222-1309
Fort Portal, Uganda
2 Nights
Ndali Lodge is perched on the rim of an extinct volcano which, since its demise, has filled with water to become the
breathtaking Lake Nyinambuga (250 acres in size and 130 meters deep). There is a main thatched lodge with spacious sitting
room, reception area and dinning room flanked by 8 cottages providing luxurious accommodation for 16 guests.
The cottages, which face west, offer a panoramic view of the spectacular Mountains of the Moon. They were designed by
Captain Mark Price and are built of local stone and thatch. The interiors are imaginatively and comfortably furnished, where
the decor emphasis is on the use local materials. Each cottage has en-suite facilities with bath, shower, WC and hand basin as
well as a private verandah, perfect for watching the setting sun behind the Rwenzori Mountains. The snow-capped peaks are
markedly visible on a clear day.
At night the dining room is festooned with candles. The lodge has no electricity or generators to destroy the tranquility and
atmosphere, although there are solar lights in the cottages. The sitting room, reception and dining room open out onto Lake
Nyinambuga and are connected by two open passage-ways or breeze-ways. Breakfast is on the verandah overlooking the lake.
Freshly squeezed passion fruit juice (from Ndali's vines when in season) and homemade bread with wild honey go down well
with a full English breakfast. All Ndali's water comes directly from the lake, pumped up hydraulic ram based on technology
Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 10with a full English breakfast. All Ndali's water comes directly from the lake, pumped up hydraulic ram based on technology
invented in the 1770's.
Day 8
Uganda - Kibale - Chimpanzee Tracking
Breakfast will be ready by 6:00am. After breakfast, at 7:00am you will head to Kanyanchu Park Headquarters to spend the
morning tracking the exuberant chimpanzee families in the Kibale forest. Kibale Forest is a host to 13 primate species.
Tracking chimpanzees in their natural habitat, as they swing from the branches in the canopy high above the forest floor, is a
thrilling experience. Though they can be difficult to spot, you will be in no doubt of their presence as the forest is alive with
their noisy calls. This walk is excellent for viewing primates in close quarters, but also for viewing bird life.
Uganda - Kibale Forest Area
Lunch today will be enjoyed at back at Ndali Lodge. You are free this afternoon to discuss activities with your guide, before
returning to Ndali Lodge later in the afternoon for dinner and relaxing.
Day 9
Transfer · Kibale Forest to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Notes
Today is an exciting day. You will depart at 8:00am and start for Queen Elizabeth National Park, following the mystical
Rwenzori Mountain Range most of the journey. You will arrive at Mweya Safari Lodge, check-in to your rooms and return to
the restaurant for lunch.
After lunch, enjoy a unique boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward. This trip passes through high
concentrations of Hippos and a wide variety of animals may be seen drinking at the water's edge. This channel cruise offers
an excellent platform for photography, bird watching and game viewing. The prolific bird life is colorful and stupendous with
well over 600 recorded species having been spotted.
Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 11Mweya Safari Lodge
+256 31226 0260
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Mweya 22827, Uganda
2 Nights
Mweya Safari Lodge, located on a peninsula within the heart of the Queen Elizabeth National Park, offers visitors an
unforgettable experience of luxury in the wilderness. The Lodge is surrounded by the magical Rwenzori Mountains, aptly
described as the 'Mountains of the Moon'. To the east lie the guardians of the birthplace of mankind, the Great Rift Valley hills,
separated from the Mountains of the Moon by the meandering Kazinga Channel. Here the water flows endlessly into two giant
lakes Lake George and Lake Edward.
The Lodge offers a range of activities and attractions: take a game drive and discover a vast array of wild game; experience a
launch trip on the Kazinga Channel using one of our luxury boats; watch some of the 619 different species of birds available to
be seen.
Each room at Mweya Safari Lodge has a breathtaking view of the Kazinga channel. You can watch the forest hogs grazing the
grass outside, as well as the odd curious hippo! Our cuisine is of the highest quality, presenting a range of exquisite
Continental, Indian and International cuisine.
Day 10
Uganda - Queen Elizabeth National Park - Game Drive AM
After an early morning rise, and a cup of your favorite beverage, you will depart for beautiful Queen Elizabeth National Park
to enjoy a morning game drive along Kasenyi track and Queens's mile. While in the park be sure to keep a watch out for Lion,
Elephant, Cape buffalo, Warthogs, Leopard, Hyena, Mongoose, Waterbuck, Ugandan Kob, and lots of the many small animals
Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 12Elephant, Cape buffalo, Warthogs, Leopard, Hyena, Mongoose, Waterbuck, Ugandan Kob, and lots of the many small animals
and birds found in the region.
Kazinga Channel - Queen Elizabeth National Park
After lunch around 2:00pm, you will enjoy a cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which flows between Lakes Edward and George.
Kazinga is home to one of the greatest concentration of hippo in Africa and herds of elephant, buffalo and other animals come
to drink at the water's edge. The channel is a magnet for waterbirds, with great flocks of pelicans and other birds on the shore,
and a great spot to see the beautiful African fish eagle.
Day 11
Uganda - Game Drive with transfer to Ishasha Sector of QEP
After an early breakfast, you will check out and and enjoy a morning game drive.
You will start for the Ishasha sector of the park, driving through the vast savannahs with a backdrop Rwenzori Mountains.
Please keep an eye out for game, beautiful scenery and homesteads. Lunch at Ishasha Wilderness Camp.
Ishasha Wilderness Camp
Ishasha Sector
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Uganda
1 Night
Ishasha Wilderness Camp is situated within the Southern Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park on the Ntungwe
Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 13Ishasha Wilderness Camp is situated within the Southern Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park on the Ntungwe river, an idyllic retreat for people who truly enjoy the wilderness. This exclusive camp offers superb quality accommodation and services in this unspoiled remote area. The area is famous for its tree climbing lions, which can sometimes be spotted resting in the branches of the large fig trees nearby. Being within the park the wildlife is free to also pass through the camp and elephants can be seen bathing in the river, buffalo enjoy grazing and resident troops of Black-and-White Colobus and vervet monkeys are frequently viewed. Set next to the Ntungwe River, each of the camp’s ten spacious canvas tented rooms has a private verandah overlooking the river. Comfortably furnished with large mosquito-netted beds, all rooms are en suite with hot ‘bush’ showers, running water for hand-basins and a flushing ‘eco-friendly’ toilet. The thatched central lounge and dining area provide a comfortable setting for meals and relaxation, although we often serve meals ‘al fresco’ next to the river. In the evening, the outdoor fireplace is the perfect place for guests to relax with sundowners and share their day’s experiences. Meals are freshly prepared with many local ingredients, offering a balance of international and locally flavored cuisine. Game Drive - Queen Elizabeth National Park PM Afternoon game drive. The ‘super stars’ of the area are the tree climbing lions that can regularly be seen snoozing on a limb on one of the fig trees. Tree-climbing lions are rare there are actually only two populations in the world one is found here in Ishasha, the other in Lake Manyara, Tanzania. It is believed that these lions climb trees as a way to protect themselves from the biting tsetse flies; others believe the lions climb the tree to escape the stifling heat on the ground and catch a cool breeze. Also unique to Ishahas’s lions their manes are black. You will return to the lodge for dinner. Day 12 Uganda - Game Drive with Transfer To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Buhoma Lodge This morning at 7:00am, you will enjoy a morning game drive and start for Bwindi, arriving midmorning. If time permits along the way, you may inspect Bwindi Lodge. Then proceed to Buhoma lodge arriving in time for lunch. This evening, you have an option to visit to Conservation Through Public Health lab and Gorilla Doctors, a fascinating lesson on human/wildlife conservation and why the two marry so well together, we need to protect the people to protect the animals /environment. Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 14
Buhoma Lodge Uganda
+256 772 721 155
Buhoma, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
3 Nights
Buhoma Lodge, a top quality and intimate property, commands spectacular and uninterrupted views of the Bwindi
Impenetrable Forest National Park, home to the rare and elusive Mountain Gorilla. One of only two lodges situated within the
National Park, we’re a short walking distance from the meeting point for gorilla tracking and other activities in the area. An
elevated central lounge area, complete with bar, dining and spa facilities, offers a cozy, comfortable environment to discuss
the day’s activities around the fireplaces which add atmosphere and warmth in the cool evenings.
Our ten comfortable chalets have been individually designed and carefully built using locally sourced materials wherever
possible, without compromising levels of comfort. Each of your own private verandas allows wonderful views and vistas of the
forest canopy of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
Inside the spacious chalets you will find large, comfortable beds and everything you need to make yourself at home. The well-
appointed and roomy en-suite bathroom with flush toilet contains a rain shower with a copious supply of hot water and
equipped with locally produced natural ranges of complementary bathroom amenities. Some chalets also offer a bath-tub for
relaxation and enjoyment after the day’s activities.
Day 13
Uganda - Gorilla Trekking - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Helpful Tip: In order to get the closest and best gorilla family, please be on time for pickup in the morning at 7:00am. The
Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 15Helpful Tip: In order to get the closest and best gorilla family, please be on time for pickup in the morning at 7:00am. The early bird gets the worm - we want you to see the gorillas, but also we want the experience to be amazing. Today is a trip of a lifetime - Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Finding the gorillas can take up to 6 hours of trekking, and you have one hour with the gorillas. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park lies in southwestern Uganda on the edge of the Rift Valley. Its mist-covered hillsides are blanketed by one of Uganda's oldest and most biologically diverse rainforests, which dates back over 25,000 years and contains almost 400 species of plants. More famously, this "impenetrable forest" also protects an estimated 320 mountain gorillas - roughly half of the world's population, including several habituated groups, which can be tracked. Bwindi National park has 9 habituated gorilla families that are tracked by tourists. Seven of them are the Buhoma Vicinity while two are in the southern part of Bwindi known as Mkuringo and Nshongi families of Bwindi Gorillas. Bwindi Gorilla National park not only supports gorillas but also a tremendous biodiversity of flora and fauna. It is a prime destination for bird lovers. When most of Africa's rain forests disappeared during the arid conditions of the ice age, Bwindi is one of the few refugia that survived. The flora and fauna in this tropical rain forest include; 310 speccies of butterflies, 51 reptiles, 200 trees, 88 moths, and unique 120 types of mammals that also include 10 primates species. The Uganda primates species in this park include: Chimpanzees, L'Hoest Monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, retailed and blue monkeys, baboons and the legendary endangered mountain gorillas. Uganda - Bwindi - Ride 4 A Woman Time permitting, you will visit a women's project (Ride 4 A Woman). It’s a charitable organization set up to support women who are victims of poverty, HIV epidemic and domestic violence. Your visit indirectly supports the project work and while here, you may participate in basketry, weaving, making local dishes and have the best opportunity for craft shopping. Day 14 Gorilla Trekking - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Day Two We have booked you TWO days of gorilla tracking. Your guide will meet you in the morning, we are excited for you to spend more time with these gentle giants. I can honestly say, this experience is life-changing. Usually, the Males are two times the size of the females, they may grow to 6 ft tall and even weigh 350 - 500 pounds. These are strong, with long arms and muscular. The males are referred to as the Silverback because as they mature the hair on their back turns somewhat silver, hence the name Silverbacks. The strength of the males is ten times stronger compared to the strongest boxer, even taking steroids. The arms of Silverbacks can stretch to 7 feet. The mountain gorillas mainly stay on the ground although they will climb a tree occasionally given that it can support them, Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 16
The mountain gorillas mainly stay on the ground although they will climb a tree occasionally given that it can support them,
however just like children, their young play in the trees.
Day 15
Transfer · Buhoma Lodge to Kihihi Airstrip
Notes
At 7:00am after Breakfast, your guide will transfer you to Kihihi airstrip in time for your charter flight to Entebbe. Depending
on the weather, you may have the best views of the Volcanoes, villages and lakes as you take off.
Charter Flight - Kihihi Airstrip to Entebbe Airport
Estimated Charter Flight Times:
9:45am depart Kihihi airstrip
11:25am arrive Entebbe Airport
Please note there are strict guidelines regarding size and weight of luggage for charter flights. Please refer to the
Important Notes at the beginning of this itinerary for details regarding these restrictions. Should you need to arrange for
excess luggage to be stored while you are on safari, we are happy to help make these arrangements (extra charges will be
applied for this service).
Transfer · Entebbe Airport to Hotel No 5
Notes
On arrival in Entebbe, you will need to collect your luggage and proceed to the Arrivals Hall .You will be met by your guide
(look for your name on a sign) and transferred to Hotel No 5, where we have booked you a day room prior to your
international flight.
Hotel No 5 - Day Rooms
Transfer · Hotel No 5 to Entebbe Airport
Notes
You will be met by your guide and transferred to Entebbe Airport, where you will check in for your international flights home.
Per current guidelines, plan on arriving at the airport 4 hours prior to your scheduled flight.
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Thank you for traveling with us. Safe travels and we hope you have experienced the true magic of Africa!
Hills of Africa Notes
Notes:
1 Please note that this itinerary is A DRAFT.
2 Please note that due to fluctuating costs, prices may increase as we get closer to departure, for
example and not limited to increase in National Park Fees, Value Added Tax, Transfer Costs,
Accommodation Rates, etc. We apologize but we will need to pass on any increase in costs to
client.
3 Please note that once the itinerary is CONFIRMED and we have received a completed
RESERVATION FORM we will send a new itinerary showing that THE ITINERARY IS CONFIRMED.
4 Please note that once the itinerary is CONFIRMED, a non-refundable DEPOSIT must be paid to
Hills of Africa Travel to secure all arrangements.
5 Please note that FINAL PAYMENT is due to Hills of Africa Travel at 90 days prior to departure. At
FINAL PAYMENT, trip costs are 100% non-refundable.
6 Please note that once the itinerary is CONFIRMED, a $50 per person service fee will be charged
for any requested changes to air or land arrangements after confirmation of itinerary. In
addition to any carrier penalties, Hills of Africa Travel, Inc. will charge a $50 processing fee for
any refunds required on all ticketed flights.
7 Please note that air prices are subject to change until confirmed and paid for.
Uganda Inclusions
This itinerary includes the following:
Private Guiding Services in Uganda
• Private Guide
• Private Vehicle
Accommodations
• 1 Night at Hotel No 5 on bed and breakfast basis
• 3 Nights at Paraa Safari Lodge on full board basis (excludes beverages and laundry)
Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 18• 1 Night at Hotel No 5 on bed and breakfast basis
• 3 Nights at Paraa Safari Lodge on full board basis (excludes beverages and laundry)
• 2 Nights at Ndali Lodge on full board basis (excludes beverages and laundry)
• 2 Night at Mweya Safari Lodge on full board basis (excludes beverages and laundry)
• 1 Night at Ishasha Wilderness Camp on full board basis (excludes beverages and laundry)
• 3 Nights at Buhoma Lodge on full board basis (excludes beverages and laundry)
• 1 Day Room at Hotel No 5 (excludes all meals and beverages)
Charter Flight
• Murchison Falls to Kasese
Chimpanzees
• Uganda - Chimpanzee Trekking - Kibale Forest
Gorillas
• Uganda - Gorilla Permits - Bwindi National Park (we recommend 2 days)
Park Fees
• Uganda - Murchison Falls National park
• Uganda - Kibale Forest
• Uganda - Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Uganda - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
By staying with us in Uganda, you are directly contributing to the conservation of animals, the
protection of the environment and fostering relationships with the community to understand and
benefit from conservation projects. Thank you!
VIP Meet and Greet
• Meet & Greet - Entebbe Airport
Road Transfer
• Entebbe Airport (EBB) to Hotel No 5
• Hotel No 5 to Paraa Safari Lodge
• Paraa Safari Lodge to Murchison Falls Airstrip
• Kasese Airstrip to Ndali Lodge
• Ndali Lodge to Mweya Safari Lodge
• Mweya Safari Lodge to Ishasha Wilderness Camp
• Ishasha Wilderness Camp to Buhoma Lodge
• Buhoma Lodge to Kihihi airstrip
• Entebbe Airport (EBB) to Hotel No 5
• Hotel No 5 to Entebbe Airport (EBB)
Tours
• Uganda - ZIWA Rhino Sanctuary
• Uganda - Murchison Falls, Morning & Afternoon Game Drives
• Uganda - Murchison Falls, Nile River Cruise
• Uganda - Queen Elizabeth National Park Game Drives
• Uganda - Kazinga Channel, Afternoon cruise
Uganda Exclusions
This itinerary DOES NOT include the following:
• International flights and domestic flights
Created by at Hills of Africa Travel 19• International flights and domestic flights
• All meals not mentioned above
• All activities not mentioned above
• Travel Insurance
• Gratuities
• Items of a personal nature
• Uganda Tourist Visa - USD50 per person, single entry
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