Uganda Safaris: UGS3 GORILLAS IN BWINDI (UGANDA)

Starts Friday ends Monday.

A 4 day safari which starts and finishes in Kampala. This safari can also be done on a private basis. [One gorilla permit is included in the cost.]
Seeing some of the last remaining 700 mountain gorillas in the world is a fantastic experience. This safari takes you tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi has four habituated families and the gorillas there live in thicker tropical forest and tracking is more challenging as the hillsides are steeper. You can also go for nature walks to see birds, monkeys and orchids.
On safari clients stay 1 night at Mantana Mburo Camp and 2 nights at Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge.

UGS3 GORILLAS IN BWINDI (UGANDA)
A FOUR-DAY SAFARI
Departs 2008: 4 Jan, 1 Feb, 13 Jun, 4 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep
Departs 2009: 2 Jan, 13 Feb, 13 Mar, 3 Apr, 1 May, 12 Jun, 3 Jul, 14 Aug, 4 Sep, 2 Oct, 13 Nov, 4 Dec

1. Published prices may change without notice in case of unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.
2. Prices for safaris in 2008 are valid until 31 December 2008. Prices for the dates shown in 2009 will be published at a later date.
3. Prices are based on exchange rates with the US dollar in May 2007: 1.95 US dollars to the £ sterling and 1.29 dollars to the euro. For payments in £ sterling and euro the dollar shall be converted at the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment.
4. Prices include transport and a driver/guide for the itinerary agreed, accommodation on a shared basis and meals stated (in Kampala, Entebbe and Kigali bed and breakfast only and on safari full board) and, where appropriate, boat trips, park fees, chimpanzee permits and one gorilla permit. At Volcanoes gorilla lodges (Bwindi, Mount Gahinga and Virunga), the tariffs are on an all-inclusive basis and, in addition to accommodation and meals, include unlimited consumption of all alcoholic and soft drinks; laundry services; and any activities clients wish to do around the lodges. A complimentary massage is also offered.
5. Prices exclude airfares to Uganda/Rwanda, entry visas and airport taxes. At non-Volcanoes lodges all personal expenditure such as laundry and drinks are excluded.

ITINERARY
(Days shown are for scheduled safaris only)

Day 1 FRIDAY
Briefing on safari. Start for Lake Mburo, arrive in time for lunch. Canoe trip on Lake Mburo. Afternoon game drive. O/N: Mantana Tented Camp (FB).

Day 2 SATURDAY
Depart for Buhoma in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest arriving in the afternoon. Nature walk in the forest or relax at the lodge. Overnight: Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge (FB).

Day 3 SUNDAY
Go gorilla tracking (subject to permit availability at time of booking), walking up steep densely forested hills before finally coming across the gorillas camouflaged in the vegetation. An inspiring moment! Tracking in Bwindi requires stamina and can often take most of the day. Alternatively go for a leisurely nature or community walk. O/N: Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge (FB).

Day 4 MONDAY
Early start for Kampala, retracing your steps through this green and pleasant land. Picnic lunch en route. Arrive Kampala late afternoon (HB).