6-Day Wildlife, Nature and Culture Adven

6-Day Wildlife, Nature and Culture Adventure

Overview

Discover the wonders of Uganda on this 6-day adventure, exploring the country's most captivating destinations. From the vast savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park to the lush forests of Kyambura Gorge, this safari promises unforgettable encounters with wildlife, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural heritage.

Day by day

Day 1

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be briefed by Gari Trips Guide and begin your journey with a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, taking in the stunning landscapes along the way including the Ugandan Equator. You will stop for photos and lunch depending on time, visit an orphanage school and Twin lakes before checking in at Pumba Safari Lodge Lodge for Dinner and Overnight.

Day 2

Early Morning Game Drive, Explore Kazinga Channel

Embark on an early morning game drive in the park's Kasenyi Plains after breakfast, where you can spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and various antelope species. The early hours offer the best chances for wildlife sightings. After the game drive with your packed lunch you’ll transfer to Mweya Peninsular for a relaxing boat cruise at 2pm along the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the highest concentrations of hippos in Africa. You'll also spot crocodiles, elephants as the slop down to quench their thirst, buffaloes, and a variety of birds on the shores. Dinner and Overnight at Pumba Safari Lodge.

Day 3

Chimpanzee Tracking - Transfer to Lake Nkuruba

After an early breakfast, checkout and head to Kyambura Gorge for a chimpanzee tracking experience. Meet your ranger guide for a briefing before descending into the lush gorge, sometimes called the "Valley of Apes." Spend about 2-4 hours trekking through the rainforest in search of chimpanzees. Along the way, you'll also spot other primates like black-and-white colobus monkeys and red-tailed monkeys, as well as various bird species. Later embark on a 2 hour drive to Lake Nkuruba.

Day 4

Nature Walk, Swimming & Relaxation

After breakfast embark on a serene guided walk along the trails surrounding Lake Nkuruba. Spot a variety of bird species, including the Great Blue Turaco and African Grey Parrot, and observe playful primates like black-and-white colobus monkeys and red-tailed monkeys in their natural habitat. In the afternoon you will take a guided hike to the famous "Top of the World" viewpoint. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the crater lakes, rolling hills, and surrounding forests. Capture stunning photos and soak in the tranquil atmosphere.

Day 5

Transfer to Fort Portal - Visit the Hotsprings

On this Day after breakfast you will drive through the rolling hills to Sempaya 50km from Fort Portal Town. The Semuliki Hot Springs are one of the unique natural attractions within Semuliki National Park, located in Western Uganda. These geothermal features are culturally significant and offer a fascinating experience for visitors. The local Bamba people believe the springs are inhabited by spirits of their ancestors, making them important in local traditions and rituals. Here you shall take a guided walks through the nearby trails, which pass through the dense forest surrounding the springs. These walks offer a chance to observe various bird species, butterflies, and primates like the grey-cheeked mangabey and red-tailed monkeys. Later return to Fort Portal for lunch and relaxation.

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Day 6

Breakfast and Transfer back to Entebbe

This 6-day itinerary provides a perfect blend of wildlife, nature, and cultural experiences, all while staying at the comfortable and eco-friendly Accommodation. After breakfast you will check out and embark on a journey to Kampala or Entebbe.

Included

Park fees(For non-residents)
Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water

Excluded

International flights(From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

All bookings made with GARI TRIPS are subject to these terms. Price of trip includes: Private Ground transport (car and fuel in 4*4), Safari guide, entry cost to all parks mentioned in the itinerary, all activities mentioned (Permits, Boat Cruise, and Game Drives), Accommodation Based on Bed & Breakfast. This is if nothing else has been agreed. Price does not include: International flights (unless special agreement), visa fees, beverages, items of personal use and tips. Adjustments after booking: If you want to make changes in your itinerary after booking we will arrange for this if it is possible. Note that the dates for gorilla and chimpanzee trekking cannot be adjusted after booking. Changes in itinerary: In the case of unforeseen circumstances (such as road closures, bad weather, security conditions or problems with hotels) GARI TRIPS reserves the right to make adjustments in the itinerary to ensure you get the best service. You will off-course be informed about this as soon as possible. Payment: When booking a trip, we ask for 30% down payment and a full payment for gorilla and chimpanzee permits (permits can only be booked and secured by paying!) The full payment of the trip has to be done six weeks before starting the tour. CANCELLATIONS: 60> days to start of safari 10% charge 59-32 days to start of safari 25% charge 31-8 days to start of safari 50% charge- 7-0 days to start of safari 100% Gorilla permits and Chimpanzee permits are excluded from percentages above and are 100% nonrefundable. Means of payment: Payment from abroad should be done through bank transfer to our account in Uganda. Fees for transfer are paid by the client. We accept payment in Cash and Credit cards. During Trip: The animals in the parks are wild so no guarantees can be given of good sightings during game drives or trekking, but rangers and our guides will do their very best to make sure you get a great experience. GARI TRIPS reserves the right to refuse any client behaving in a way that can cause danger/inconvenience to any third party, damage to property, environments or ecosystems to continue the trip. In such a case no refunds will be made and GARI TRIPS will not be liable for expenses occurring due to termination. Vehicles: We put a lot of energy into getting cars that are in a roadworthy condition. Despite this punctures, breakdowns, damage or any other delay can occur due to poor road conditions that are out of our control, for this no liability can be accepted. Complaints: Any issues that occur during the Trip should be reported immediately to the guide and we'll do our best to resolve it. If an issue has not been solved to the client's satisfaction a written complaint should be e-mailed to us no later than 30 days after finishing the safari. Liability: GARI TRIPS cannot accept liability or pay compensation for unforeseen circumstances that are out of our control. This includes flight delays/cancellations, war/threat of war, riots, civil unrest, terrorist attacks, border closure, acts of the government, strikes, thefts, epidemics, road closure, natural disasters, extreme weather conditions, fire, technical/mechanical problems to transport due to bad roads and similar events beyond the company's control. Health: It is the responsibility of the client to insure that proper medical precautions (immunizations and so on) have been taken.