Rwanda & Uganda
• Cruise the Kazinga Channel • Queen Elizabeth National Park • Bwindi Impenetrable Forest • Gorilla Trekking • Volcanoes National Park
PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$9,184
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Days
8
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Nights
7
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PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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AUD
$9,184
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Days
8
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Nights
7
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Introduction
This eight day wildlife experience combines two countries where you can come face to face with endangered mountain gorillas in the wild.
Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park with its tree-climbing lions, take a cruise along the Kazinga Channel and trek gorillas in both the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda and Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park with experienced guides/ rangers.
The Bwindi National Park, located in south western Uganda on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, is considered the most diverse forest in Uganda. The park contains almost one half of the world’s population of the endangered Mountain Gorilla, making it an extremely valuable conservation site. Coming face to face with mountain gorillas is a rare experience! The opportunity to come within meters of these magnificent apes, sharing in their daily lives and experiencing their day-to-day activities, is an experience you won’t soon forget! Mountain gorillas are extremely rare with only an estimated 880 remaining in the wild.
The Volcanoes National Park is home to the Rwandan section of the Virungas. Comprising five volcanoes, the Virungas are breathtaking and home not just to mountain gorillas but rare golden monkeys, a troop of which have been habituated to human contact, can also be visited.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Entebbe
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport you will be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to explore the local markets, Botanical Gardens, variety of restaurants, and more.
Day 2 : Entebbe > Mweya > Ishasha
Transfer to the airport for your short flight to Mweya. Spend the day exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park and enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruise on the Kazinga Channel, seeing a variety of birdlife and local fishing villages along the banks. Overnight at the exclusive Ishasha Wilderness Camp.
Day 3 : Ishasha
Day at leisure. Enjoy game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park, sightings may include herds of buffalo, elephant, and the renowned tree-climbing lion often seen in the area.
Day 4 : Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Drive through scenic country to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park (about 2-3 hours). Bwindi National Park, located in south western Uganda on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, is considered the most diverse forest in Uganda. The park contains almost one half of the world’s population of the endangered Mountain Gorilla, making it an extremely valuable conservation site. If time permits, you may visit a Community Project en-route. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure in your intimate lodge which is situated on the slopes of the rainforest, offering panoramic views of the canopy.
Day 5 : Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Gorilla Trekking
Enjoy gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park with experienced guides and trackers. Today will be a once in a lifetime experience! Coming face to face with mountain gorillas is a rare wildlife encounter. Experienced guides and trackers will accompany your party on an early morning trek into the dense rain forest on the mountain slopes. The opportunity to come within meters of these magnificent apes, sharing in their daily lives and experiencing their day-to-day activities, is an experience you won’t soon forget! Mountain gorillas are extremely rare with only an estimated 880 remaining in the wild. Following the trek you may return to the lodge or take part in optional activities in and around the park.
Day 6 : Bwindi > Volcanoes National Park
Today, you drive along winding mountain roads and through rural villages to Kisoro, at the Rwandan border. Crossing into Rwanda, you continue to our Gorilla Trekking base on the outskirts of Volcanoes National Park.
Day 7 : Volcanoes National Park – Gorilla Trekking
Enjoy more gorilla trekking in the Volcanoes National Park with expert guides/ranges. If you opt not to trek today, you may choose to spend your morning on a hike to Dian Fossey’s grave or enjoy a forest walk with endangered Golden Monkeys (additional expense).
Day 8 : Volcanoes National Park > Kigali
After lunch you drive to Kigali, Rwanda’s capital. Day at leisure to explore this bustling, clean, and safe city, perhaps visiting the Genocide Museum. Transfer to the airport.
Depending on the time of your departure flight, you may need to overnight in Kigali at additional cost.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), AUD
TYPE |
TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
EXTRA from |
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2024 | |||
Low season, from |
AU$9,184 |
AU$10,023 |
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High season, from |
AU$10,422 |
AU$11,866 |
Departs
Low season |
Apr, May, Nov |
High season |
Jan, Feb, Mar; Jun, Jul-Oct; Dec |
Included
• Tailor-made itinerary
• 7 nights’ accommodation
• 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
• Expert game rangers and local guides
• Personal meet and greet on arrival
• Transfers and transport
• Scheduled flight transfers (Entebbe/Kigali)
• All park entrance fees (excluding gorilla permits)
• Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
• Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Not Included
• Gorilla Permits must be pre-booked/prepaid – Bwindi US$700 (increasing to US$800 from 1 July 2024); Volcanoes National Park US$1500 per person
• Golden Monkey Permit (optional) US$100
• Bwindi Forest Walk (optional) US$70 including park fees
• Bwindi Community Visit (optional) US$30
• Batwa Pygmies Community Visit (optional) US$85
• All international flights and airport taxes
• Personal expenses such as porters, drinks, and tips
• Visas and travel insurance (compulsory)
Important Notes
• The single price is based on travelling with others in your party
• Please enquire for pricing for a single travelling alone
• Gorilla permits, Golden Monkey permits, Bwindi Forest Walk, Bwindi Community Visit and Batwa Pygmies Community Visit are optional and additional costs.
• Mountain gorillas are wild animals and, as such, sightings cannot be guaranteed, however viewing success rates are over 95%.
• Gorilla tracking may be fairly strenuous with treks ranging from 30 minutes up to six hours or longer, at high altitudes.
• The total luggage weight allowance on the Entebbe to Kihihi flight is 15kg, in soft bags
• A supplement is charged over the Christmas period
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
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