ITINERARY FOR ULTIMATE UGANDA SAFARI 2020 - Uganda - 2020 Uganda
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Let your imagination soar Journey overview This incredible 16-Day Uganda tour offers the ultimate exploration of the country’s most prized landscapes as well as a host of unforgettable wildlife encounters – most notably with Uganda’s iconic primates; the playful chimpanzee and the majestic mountain gorilla. Trekking through what is arguably the best gorilla habitat in the world, and be utterly overwhelmed when you first see these exquisite primates. Travel to the country’s most remote conservation area, the Kidepo Valley, famous for its mountainous terrain and large variety of big game. Discover the dramatic Murchison Falls, in the Murchison Falls National Park, which is bisected by the mighty river Nile. Strap on your hiking boots for a memorable trek in the foothills of Mountain Rwenzori. Delight in the enchanting and playful antics of the chimpanzees of Kibale National Park. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring surrounds of Queen Elizabeth National Park, which boasts one of the highest biodiversity ratings of any reserve in the world. Leaving the best for last; spend two, truly humbling and breath-taking days trekking the endangered mountain gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Expect an adventure filled-to-the- brim with a range of wildlife and cultural activities, as well as exceptional accommodation throughout. What we love about this journey Trek gorilla in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Trekking among chimpanzees and 12 other species of primates Embark on a boat trip along the Nile, which is often cited as being the highlight of a trip to the Murchison Falls National Park Cast your line and try your hand at fishing and catch a Nile Perch Marvel at the array of fauna and flora in the Queen Elizabeth National park, set against a backdrop of beautiful lakes Relax in tranquil beauty on a sunset cruise on the sparkling Kazinga Channel, home to one of Africa’s greatest hippo populations Engage with the unique people of Kidepo, one of Africa’s most isolated tribes Delight in vehicle and boat safaris through one of Uganda’s best birding areas, and observe the Shoebill Peer into tangled trees and observe the famous tree climbing lions of Uganda as well as the Uganda Kob Specially created for Wildlife enthusiasts Walking and adventure travellers Repeat African addicts www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
At a glance 15 nights / 16 days 2 Guests DAY PROGRAMME Day 1 Private road transfer from Entebbe International Airport to The Boma Guest House Overnight: The Boma Hotel Entebbe Day 2 Private road transfer from The Boma Guest House to Entebbe International Airport Scheduled flight from Entebbe International Airport to Kidepo Airstrip Overnight: Apoka Safari Lodge Day 3 Included activities: Game Drive at Kidepo Valley National Park Overnight: Apoka Safari Lodge Day 4 Scheduled road transfer from Apoka Safari Lodge to Kidepo Airstrip Scheduled charter flight from Kidepo Airstrip to Bugungu Airstrip Scheduled road transfer from Bugungu Airstrip to Baker's Lodge Included activities: Evening Game Drive Overnight: Bakers Lodge Day 5 Included activities: Game Drive, Boat Cruise on the River Nile, Hike on top of the Waterfall Overnight: Bakers Lodge Day 6 Scheduled road transfer from Bakers Lodge to Bugungu Airstrip Scheduled flight from Bugungu Airstrip to Kasese Airstrip Scheduled road transfer from Kasese Airstrip to Kyaninga Lodge Included activities: Crater Lake Walk Overnight: Kyaninga Lodge Day 7 Included activities: Bigodi Nature Walk www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Recommended activities (at additional cost): Chimpanze Trekking Overnight: Kyaninga Lodge Day 8 Scheduled road transfer from Kyaninga Lodge to Semliki Game Reserve Included activities: Game Drives Overnight: Semliki Safari Lodge Day 9 Included activities: Boat Cruise on Lake Albert Overnight: Semliki Safari Lodge Day 10 Scheduled road transfer from Semliki Safari Lodge to Kyambura Gorge Lodge Included activities: Game Drive Overnight: Kyambura Gorge Lodge Day 11 Included activities: Boat safari at the Kazinga Chanel Overnight: Kyambura Gorge Lodge Day 12 Scheduled road transfer from Kyambura Gorge Lodge to Ishasha (Queen South) Included activities: Game Drive at Ishasha Overnight: Ishasha Wilderness Camp Day 13 Scheduled road transfer from Ishasha Wilderness Camp to Kihihi Airstrip Scheduled flight from Kihihi Airstrip to Kisoro Airstrip Included activities: Buniga Forest Walk, Boat Cruise on Lake Mutanda Overnight: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge Day 14 Recommended activities (at additional cost):Full day Gorilla tracking in Nkuringo Overnight: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge Day 15 Included activities: Gorilla tracking (subject to avialability) Overnight: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge Day 16 Scheduled road transfer from Clouds Mountain Lodge to Kisoro Airstrip Scheduled charter flight from Kisoro Airstrip to Entebbe International Airport Departure www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary The Boma Hotel Entebbe Entebbe, Uganda Day 1 Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport you will be met by an andBeyond representative and be transferred by road to The Boma Guest House. Spend 1 night at The Boma Entebbe in a Standard Room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes breakfast only. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary The Boma Hotel Entebbe Entebbe, Uganda One of Entebbe’s most exclusive hotels, the Boma Hotel sits in a leafy suburb just a few minutes away from Entebbe International Airport. Surrounded by a lush, tropical garden, the hotel effortlessly mixes together local tradition and the charm of a 1940’s colonial home. This intimate hotel offers just 15 luxurious ensuite rooms, individually decorated with a tasteful blend of African fabric and colonial furnishings. Each room offers a four-poster bed with mosquito netting, satellite television, WiFi and a beautiful private verandah from which to enjoy the peaceful garden. The landscaped garden is home to a sparkling swimming pool as well as an excellent restaurant and bar that enjoys views of Lake Victoria. There is also a play area with swings, a slide and a playhouse to keep children happily occupied. When not relaxing at the hotel, guests can visit the nearby Entebbe Botanical Garden, the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, or take a fun-filled trip to the beach. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THE BOMA HOTEL ENTEBBE Enjoy the highest hospitality standards, which are in keeping with the tradition of the charming lakeshore town of Entebbe. Relax by the swimming pool or in the pretty garden, which attracts various species of birds, as well as tortoises and vervet monkeys. Rent a bicycle at the hotel and cycle to the magnificent Entebbe Botanical Garden to spend a tranquil morning or afternoon. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Apoka Safari Lodge Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda Day 2 - 3 After breakfast you will be transferred from The Boma Guest House to Entebbe International Airport in time for your scheduled to Kidepo Airstrip. Upon arrival at Kidepo Airstrip an andBeyond representative will transfer you to Apoka Safari Lodge. Spend 2 nights at Apoka Safari Lodge in a cottage with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes meals, non premium brand drinks, evening game drive with a sundowner. Included activities: Game Drive at Kidepo Valley National Park www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Apoka Safari Lodge Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda Located in the remote Kidepo Valley National Park, the ten rooms of Apoka Safari Lodge surround a rocky kopje and offer endless views across the grassy savannah. The décor takes its cue from the environment, featuring rock, wood and natural hues. Hand-hewn wooden beds are draped with soft, white mosquito nets, while hand-woven woollen carpets offer an element of added warmth. Secluded sitting rooms and private verandas cater for quiet moments, while the ensuite bathroom features a large tropical shower and deep outdoor bathtub. Huge boulders surround a sparkling swimming pool hewn out of the rock, while the spacious lounge provides games and books for shared moments. Game drives set out in search of the local wildlife and include thrilling spotlit night drives. Guests can venture out on guided walks, tracking game in the deep sand of dry riverbeds. Kidepo is renowned for its vast number of bird species and the area around the lodge offers rewarding birdwatching. Excursions to the local Karamajong community can also be arranged. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT APOKA SAFARI LODGE Lie back in the stone outdoor bathtub and enjoy a lazy soak beneath the African stars. Take in the views from your private veranda. Don’t forget a pair of binoculars – giraffe, elephant, buffalo and zebra are frequently spotted on the grassy plains in front of the lodge. Find a comfortable spot among the big boulders that surround the guest area and watch as the sun sets behind the craggy mountains, bathing the entire valley in a soft, golden light. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Bakers Lodge Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda Day 4 - 5 After an early morning breakfast, you will be transferred from Apoka Safari Lodge to Kidepo Airstrip in time for your scheduled charter flight to Bugungu Airstrip. Upon arrival at Bugungu Airstrip you will be driven with fellow guests to Baker's Lodge. Spend 2 nights at Bakers Lodge in a safari suite with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes 3 multiple course meals per day, all hot beverages and bar snacks, drinking water with meals and in rooms, and other lodge services provided at Bakers Lodge. Included activities: Game Drive Boat Cruise on the River Nile Hike on top of the Waterfall www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Bakers Lodge Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda Set on the southern bank of the mighty Nile River, Baker’s Lodge boasts ten beautifully appointed safari suites, all with tranquil river views. Named after the English explorer Samuel Baker – the first European to view the falls and name it – the lodge rests amongst large shady trees and wetland areas. With a thatched central lounge, dining and bar area, this eco- friendly lodge offers an ‘Africa of olde’ feel. Cool off in the refreshing swimming pool, lounge with a book under shady trees as the river flows gently by, and round the day off with a sundowner or two. The sunsets here are truly magical. Outside dining and multi course dinners are a real treat for guests, all served by attentive staff. Built on raised wooden decks to take full advantage of cool breezes and spectacular river views, each spacious thatched cottage offers beautifully appointed en-suite bathrooms with solar-heated showers (some also feature bathtubs). You may well spot our resident hippo pod wallowing in the shallows just steps from your room, which are spaced far apart allowing ultimate guest privacy. We recommend a stay of 3 to 5 nights to fully unwind and appreciate this varied eco-system which offers so much to see and do. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Kyaninga Lodge Fort Portal, Uganda Day 6 - 7 After breakfast you will be transferred to Bugungu Airstrip in time for your scheduled flight to Kasese Airstrip. Upon arrival an andBeyond representative will transfer you by road to Kyaninga Lodge. Set against a stunning backdrop of Lake Kyaninga and the legendary Mountains of the Moon beyond, Kyaninga Lodge offers eight beautiful cottages, built on platforms to make the most of the region’s spectacular views. The main guest area features a cosy fireplace, two intimate galleries and various outdoor areas, a sparkling pool, and tennis court. Relax during your 2 night stay at Kyaninga Lodge in a log cottage. Your stay includes all meals, house drinks and lodge facilities, guided walks and laundry. Included activities: Crater Lake Walk Bigodi Nature Walk Recommended activities (at additional cost): Chimpanze Trekking www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Kyaninga Lodge Fort Portal, Uganda Set against the striking backdrop of Lake Kyaninga and the legendary Mountains of the Moon, Kyaninga Lodge is the epitome of luxury and style in the wild heart of Africa. Built from over a thousand hand carved logs, the main building’s exceptional design and scale provides an extraordinary first impression, and sets the tone for the rest of the lodge. Once inside, the lodge offers comfortable seating areas around an arresting double-sided, open fireplace, and two raised galleries boast intimate spaces for those wishing to absorb the evocative landscape in a more private setting. The lodge’s eight cottages are built on platforms, which are set apart to offer privacy and tranquillity. Each beautifully appointed cottage boasts stylishly rustic furniture, a private deck and an elegant bathroom with a marble countertop basin, a claw-footed freestanding bath, and a glass-walled shower. Delicious meals, using locally sourced ingredients, are served in the main building, while the swimming pool, which overlooks the lake, provides the perfect spot to soak up the surrounding natural beauty. Guests looking for a little more adventure can follow the steps down from the pool to the remarkably blue waters of the lake surrounded by primeval forest. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Semliki Safari Lodge Semuliki National Park, Uganda Day 8 - 9 After breakfast you will be transferred from Kyaninga Lodge to Semliki Safari Lodge. Enjoy 2 night at Semlik Safari Lodge in a Tent with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes all meals, all game activities, walk and beverages (non-premium drinks). Included activities: Game Drives Boat Cruise on Lake Albert www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Semliki Safari Lodge Semuliki National Park, Uganda The only lodge in the Semliki Valley Wildlife Reserve, the traditional and rustic Semliki Lodge offers a truly private game viewing experience. Eight canvas tents under thatched roofs feature gleaming hardwood floors, hand-carved four poster beds and soft Persian carpets. Private verandas open up onto panoramic views, while spacious interiors and sofas piled high with cushions invite guests to while the hours away. The main lodge is a large, comfortable living space where guests can converge to watch the sunset, swap stories of the day’s adventures and gather around massive, hand-hewn tables to share mouth-watering meals. A sparkling swimming pool offers not only the ideal place to cool down but also spectacular vistas of the Blue Mountains. Apart from morning and evening game drives, guests can choose to take part in chimpanzee tracking or take a guided walk through the jungle. The ample birdlife is ideal for keen birdwatchers, while avid fishermen can try their luck during a boat trip on Lake Albert. Visits to the local community can be arranged for a glimpse of traditional life. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT SEMLIKI LODGE Waking up to a soft knock on the door, and savouring warm muffins and coffee while sitting on the private veranda, taking in the views of mountain, savannah, forest and river valley. The delicious food – everything is home-made, from fresh bread baked daily to tasty soups, relishes and chutneys. The incomparable luxury of knowing that, no matter how you chose to spend your day, you have the entire reserve all to yourself. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Kyambura Gorge Lodge Southern Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda Day 10 - 11 After breakfast you will be transferred from Semliki Safari Lodge by road to Kyambura Gorge Lodge. Spend 2 nights at Volcanoes Kyambura Gorge Lodge in a standard room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes all meals, game drives, boat cruise and non-premium drinks. Included activities: Game Drive Boat safari at the Kazinga Chanel www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Kyambura Gorge Lodge Southern Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda Once a coffee store and processing plant, surrounded by coffee plantations, the Kyambura Gorge Lodge is today a modern and stylish lodge, which boasts incredible views over the Queen Elizabeth National Park and the legendary Mountains of the Moon in the distance. Reflecting the local building style, the lodge’s eight rustic-chic cottages are nestled into the hillside, and provide spectacular views of the park. The cottages also offer eco-luxury comforts including an ensuite bathroom with a flushing toilet, double vanity, and a shower with hot and cold running water. The main lodge building has been sensitively restored to create a stunning and contemporary living space, balancing the history of the building with a series of distinct luxury spaces for guests to relax and enjoy delicious meals. When not exploring the many wonders of the national park, guests can cool off by the sparkling pool, or take advantage of the complimentary massage offered by the lodge. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT KYAMBURA GORGE LODGE Go chimpanzee trekking in the Kyambura Gorge. Enjoy a boat cruise through the Kazinga Channel and catch glimpses of hippo, buffalo and elephant. Take a game drive through the famous Queen Elizabeth National Park. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Ishasha Wilderness Camp Southern Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda Day 12 You will be transferred by road from Kyambura Gorge Lodge to Ishasha Wilderness Camp. Spend 1 nights at Ishasha Wilderness Camp in a standard room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes meals, house drinks and game drives. Included activities: Game Drive www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Ishasha Wilderness Camp Southern Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda Ishasha 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 unspoilt remote sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park famous for its tree climbing lions that can sometimes be spotted resting in the branches of the large fig trees in the area. 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. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda Day 13 - 15 You will be collected from Ishasha Wilderness Camp to Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge. Spend 3 nights at Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge in a cottage with en-suite bathroom. Your stay includes meals, non- premium brand drinks and activities. Included activities: Buniga Forest Walk Boat Cruise on Lake Mutanda Gorilla tracking in Nkuringo (Subject to availability) www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda Set on a forested ridge near the entrance to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge boasts eight spacious cottages built from volcanic stone. Spectacular views stretch all the way to the Virunga Volcanoes of Rwanda, as well as across the border into the Congo, where the glow of Nyiragongo Volcano can be seen on a clear night. Warm and welcoming, each cottage features a bedroom, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and separate lounge. Comfortable chairs on the outdoor verandas provide the perfect vantage point to admire the unforgettable vistas of the forest below. Blazing fireplaces create a cosy glow as evening falls. Meals are prepared using the freshest local ingredients and served in front of a roaring fire in the dining area or in the privacy of your stone cottage. The lodge is situated within easy walking distance of the trail where guests can begin their gorilla trekking adventure. Guided forest walks and birdwatching expeditions explore the surroundings, while local community visits give a glimpse of traditional life. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT CLOUDS MOUNTAIN GORILLA LODGE The delicious homemade cakes served on your private veranda by your personal butler each afternoon. A relaxing foot massage booked for right after your gorilla trekking expedition. The beautiful artworks displayed throughout the lodge – these are commissioned from a Ugandan artist and can be specially ordered for guests. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Expect the extraordinary Departure Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda Day 16 After breakfast you will be collected from Clouds Mountain Lodge to Kisoro Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Entebbe International Airport in time for your onward arrangements. www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Journey overview RATES VALIDITY Per person sharing Low season: (1 Mar – 31 May 20; 1 Oct – 30 Nov 20) USD 21 500 Mid-season: (11 Jan – 28 Feb 20; 1 – 30 Jun 20; 1 – 30 Sep 20; 1 – 14 Dec 20) USD 23 650 High season: (1 Jan – 10 Jan 20; 1 Jul – 31 Aug 20; 15 Dec – 31 Dec 20) USD 24 400 Flights DETAILS Entebbe International Airport to Kidepo Airstrip Kidepo Airstrip to Bugungu Airstrip Bugungu Airstrip to Kasese Airstrip Kihihi Airstrip to Kisoro Airstrip Kisoro Airstrip to Entebbe International Airport Transfers DETAILS Entebbe International Airport to The Boma Guest House The Boma Guest House to Entebbe International Airport Kidepo Airstrip to Apoka Safari Lodge Apoka Safari Lodge to Kidepo Airstrip Bugungu Airstrip to Baker's Lodge Bakers Lodge to Bugungu Airstrip Kasese Airstrip to Kyaninga Lodge Kyanunga Lodge to Semliki Game Reserve Semliki Safari Lodge to Kyambura Gorge Lodge Kyambura Gorge Lodge to Ishasha Wildness Camp Ishasha Wilderness Camp to Kihihi Airstrip Kisoro Airstrip to Clouds Mountain Lodge Clouds Mountain Lodge to Kisoro Airstrip www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Journey overview Accommodation DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS Entebbe The Boma Hotel Entebbe 1x The Boma Hotel Entebbe - Standard Room BB (Double) Breakfast Kidepo Valley National Park Apoka Safari Lodge 1x Apoka Safari Lodge - Cottage (Double) Murchison Falls National Park Bakers Lodge 1x Bakers Lodge - Safari Suite FB (Double) Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast Fort Portal Kyaninga Lodge 1x Cottage (Double) Semuliki National Park Semliki Safari Lodge 1x Tent FI (Double) All meals and local brands of drinks Southern Queen Elizabeth Kyambura Gorge Lodge 1x Volcanoes Kyambura Gorge Lodge - National Park Standard Room (Double) Southern Queen Elizabeth Ishasha Wilderness Camp 1x Ishasha Wilderness Camp - Standard National Park room FB (Double) Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge 1x Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge - Cottage (Double) www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
Journey overview What’s included: Accommodation, activities, meals, and drinks as specified in the itinerary Scheduled flight, inclusive of airport taxes where applicable, as specified in the itinerary Baggage restriction of 15 kgs per person (no more) is applicable on all flights in small, soft-sided bags. This includes hand luggage. Extra luggage will incur a charge per kg, per sector, to be paid directly to the airline upon check-in All ground transportation and transfers as indicated One gorilla permit included in the package (Trekking is subject to availability) Park, ranger guide, conservation fees and community bed night fees Amref Flying Doctors emergency evacuation Administration fee Notes: Rates are subject to a minimum of two guests travelling Single traveller supplement and child rates will be quoted on request The operator may reroute the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non-availability Validity periods are as specified above - should a booking fall over two rate periods the rate will change and we reserve the right to re-quote Additional suggested activities are not included in the rate Certain routings have restrictions on schedules and have minimum numbers: details will be confirmed upon booking All health vaccinations and medications, including, but not limited to: Yellow Fever vaccinations are currently compulsory for entry into Uganda The package exclude chimpanzee trekking permits and the permits are subject to availability The rates quoted are subject to change without prior warning if there are any increases in bed levies, park fees, fuel, ROE, sales tax or VAT, third-party services or any other circumstances beyond our control in the countries featured in this quote andBeyond Trading Terms apply www.andBeyond.com Ultimate Uganda Safari – 2020 – Rack – 2019-11-19
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