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Day 1,

Upon arrival at the Entebbe International Airport you will be met by The Uganda Safari Chapter guide. Having passed immigration and luggage collection please exit the arrival hall and look out for your Chapter guide who will be holding up a signboard with your name and featuring our logo. You will then be transferred to your hotel near Kampala, taking between 35 minutes to 45 minutes, depending on traffic.

Overnight at the Boma Guest House (bed and breakfast)

Day 2,

Transfer to the Airport for 0745hrs departure on the scheduled flight arriving Kisoro at 0930hrs.

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the mountain gorilla.

This rainforest is said to be 25.000 years old, making it one of Africa’s most biodiverse habitat. The altitude of this mountain park ranges from 1200 – 2600 meters. Five rivers and a high annual rainfall make it rather humid. Besides its mayor attraction, the mountain gorillas (gorilla gorilla berengeri) the National Park is also home to an amazing 120 mammal species, 350 species of birds, 202 species of butterflies and over 200 species of trees.

It is believed that about 350 gorillas remain in several stable groups in the park. The great protection over the last years has lead to a steady increase of the population.

Although best know for its mountain gorillas, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest also attracts spectacular birds.  There are 23 of the 24 Albertine rift endemics including the African green broadbill, bar tailed trogan and other beautiful forest species.

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge high up on Nteko Ridge, on the edge of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, the views are breathtaking, In the shadow of three volcanoes, looking down into the thick treetop canopy of Bwindi and beyond to the golden grasses of the Western Rift Valley.

8 Stone cottages with fireplaces, soft armchairs, warm duvets, excellent meals made from local produce, good wine, a lush botanical garden, a cosy library and sheltered verandas with views to the volcanoes.

Clouds, with the ultimate goal of protecting the natural habitat of the mountain gorilla, will also directly benefit the community of Nkuringo who also have a significant stake in the venture.

Guests will be able to walk from the lodge to the Gorilla tracking starting point.

 Overnight Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (FB) 2 nights

 Day 3

 Up relatively early for a hearty breakfast to give you the energy needed for your gorilla trek. Before 8 am report to the ranger station for registration and a talk by one of the rangers; the guides will then take you through the bush pushing your way through the undergrowth, parting thick creepers, to track the gorillas. The trek can take from half an hour to 7 hours – a reasonable degree of fitness is required as well as a sturdy pair of walking shoes.

Once you are close to the group the guides will ask you to leave behind your bags as no food items should be carried close to the gorillas. Just take your cameras with you as you are about to meet the gentle giants! Sit in the forest amongst the gorillas, listening to them grumble to each other and marvel at the sheer size of the dominant male; the silverback. It is an extraordinary feeling sitting in the dense rainforest knowing you are with a few of the last remaining mountain gorillas – sadly enough there are only about 650 of these beautiful creatures left. You are allowed exactly one hour with the gorillas before returning to the base station.

 Please note: please listen to the instructions of the local rangers at all times. It is forbidden to approach the gorillas closer than 5 meters, to feed them or to use flash photography. Likewise for your and their safety! You will be accompanied by armed guards which guarantee your safety in an area where wild buffaloes are sighted. While walking, please feel free to ask guides to slow down if they are going too fast and if you need a rest. There is the additional option to hire porters on site.

The Uganda Wildlife Authority does not allow a trekking when you are sick as gorillas are very susceptible of human diseases. Should you feel sick the day of the trek we urgently advise you to abide this rule. In order to receive a 50% refund of the permit cost you MUST get a doctor’s report that day (please ask your guide to arrange this for you).

We must also stress that, while you have a very good chance of seeing gorillas, success is NOT guaranteed. They are wild creatures with no fixed routine and finding them requires the skills and experience of your tracker sand guides, as well as luck. The trackers and guides have helped to habituate the gorilla groups and know them intimately. They will take you to the area where they left the gorillas the day before. Before leaving they may be able to suggest how long the hike might be.

 Day 4,

After breakfast your guide will drive to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Kasese at 0900hrs, drive for about 2 hours to Kibale Forest national park. Overnight Ndali Lodge fb

 Day 5,

Chimpanzee trekking in the forest this morning. After our briefing the chimp tracking takes 2-3hours depending on where the chimps are. On the trek you can see other primates such as grey-cheeked mangabeys along with l’Hoest’, red colobus, red tailed and blue monkeys. Your expert guide will share the secrets of the forest’ flora and fauna, ensuring that the trail is both informative and enjoyable

After lunch vist Bigodi Swamp. O/n Ndali Lodge fb

Day 6,

Transfer by road for about 5 hrs to Entebbe Airport for your onward International flight connections out. End of services B

IMPORTANT NOTE

Uganda is a developing country while The Uganda Safari Chapter endeavors to make the itinerary as accurate as possible, it should be considered as an approximate schedule of activities rather than a rigid schedule of events. Trip itineraries are subject to revision due to weather, trail conditions, government and local restrictions, animal movement and other reasons beyond our control. In addition, frequent reconnaissances of routes sometimes determine a better routing. We do our best to ascertain the most beautiful and best route possible throughout your safari with us.

 Safari Quotation:

The Nett and Noncommissionable cost of this private safari for 2 people, as described in the itinerary will come up to:

Each of 2 paying clients sharing in twin; US$3,075.00

 1 Gorilla permit per person US$600.00

Total safari costs for 2 persons US$7,150.00

Safari itinerary can only be guaranteed once a given deposit payment has reached our accounts.

Safari Price

Our prices vary depending on the itinerary and the number of people on the trip.  We try to make our prices all-inclusive so that our clients are not reaching for their wallets all the time. The 4×4 Land Cruiser and safari guide will be at your exclusive use throughout the safari which provides you with great flexibility. Your guide will accompany you throughout your safari, assist you with check-in at your accommodation and share his knowledge with you on flora and fauna of Uganda. The only things currently not included are guest drinks and items of a personal nature (souvenirs, tips, etc).

As a general rule, prices for our safaris include:

• all ground transportation and fuel and transfers as per itinerary
• all meals as specified in this itinerary
• accommodations as noted in this itinerary
• water in the vehicle
• activities as indicated in the itinerary
• all game drives in 4 wheel drive vehicles
• ranger guide fees
• park & conservation fees
• all applicable taxes, administration and banking fees
• 1 Gorilla permit per person. Gorilla viewing is subject to availability of permits, which are limited; any additional gorilla permits required should be purchased when booking. Gorilla permit prices are subject to change without warning.
• charter flights
• All soft drinks including alcoholic beveragesonly at Clouds Lodge

 Excluded In Land Cost

International flights

• All airport departure taxes
• All passport and visa fees(USD50 )
• All meals not specified on this itinerary
• Specialty wines, spirits and champagne throughout this itinerary
• Items of a personal nature: fax, telephone, etc.
• Any extras and additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
• Travel / medical insurance
• Laundry in Entebbe/Kampala
• Gratuities for Guide/driver / hotel staff
• Trip cancellation, travel delay or baggage insurance.
• Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond our control.

Refunds for Unused Portions of Trip

 No refunds can be made for any accommodations, services, or features not taken. If cancellation occurs while the trip is in progress, there will be no refund for any unused portion.

Payment and Cancellation Policy

Payment Schedule:

To confirm Gorilla Permits $500 per person

Deposit at time of Safari confirmation 25% of total safari costs including air charters

45 Days Prior to Departure Balance

Cancellation Charges:

Non-refundable cancellation charge $500 per person

Non-refundable at time of trip confirmation 25% of total safari costs including air charters

31-45 days before departure 50% of the total Safari Cost

30 days or less before departure No Refund

The tariffs are valid 01 January-31 December 2018