14 Days Epic Journey in the Green Heart of Africa
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14 Days Epic Journey in the Green Heart of Africa

14 Days Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi & Lake Mburo, Uganda Private guide & 4×4 included
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Overview

14 Days: Epic Journey in the Green Heart of Africa is a comprehensive Ugandan adventure spanning the mighty Murchison Falls, the primate forests of Kibale, the savannahs and Kazinga Channel of Queen Elizabeth National Park, the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, and the endangered mountain gorillas of Bwindi from the historic Travellers Rest in Kisoro u2013 once Dian Fosseyu2019s second home. The journey ends with game drives in Lake Mburo, taking in the very best of the Pearl of Africa.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Arrival in Entebbe

Met by your driver guide and transferred to the Airport Guesthouse for overnight and a tour briefing.

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To Murchison Falls National Park

Drive north to Murchison Falls National Park, Ugandau2019s largest park, arriving for overnight.

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Murchison Falls National Park

Morning game drive via Tangi gate in search of lions and giraffes, then an afternoon launch cruise up the Nile to the base of the Falls among hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, elephants and birds.

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Murchison Falls u2013 Delta & Top of the Falls

A morning boat trip downstream to the Nile delta at Lake Albert (a chance to spot the elusive Shoebill), followed by a visit to the dramatic top of the Falls.

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To Kibale National Park

Drive south past Lake Albert with spectacular rift views to Kibale Forest Camp, sleeping to the sounds of the rainforest.

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Chimp Walk & Swamp Walk

Begin the 4-hour chimpanzee walk at 8:00 am (with chances of 10 other primates), then an afternoon walk through the community-run Bigodi Swamp.

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To Queen Elizabeth National Park

Drive via Fort Portal to Queen Elizabeth National Park, reaching The Bush Lodge overlooking the Kazinga Channel, with a late-afternoon game drive.

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Queen Elizabeth National Park

Game drive across the plains among Uganda Kobs, lions and elephants, plus a two-hour Kazinga Channel launch cruise.

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Kyambura Gorge & Ishasha

Morning chimpanzee walk in the Kyambura Gorge, then transfer to the Ishasha sector for an evening game drive in search of tree-climbing lions.

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To Kisoro

Drive to Kisoro through the scenic u201cSwitzerland of Africau201d with Virunga volcano views, staying at the historic Travellers Rest Hotel once frequented by Dian Fossey.

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Gorilla Tracking

Transfer to the Nshongi/Nkuringo sector of South Bwindi for a 7:45 am briefing and gorilla trek (3u20139 hours) to spend a magical hour with a mountain gorilla family. Good fitness recommended.

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Kisoro u2013 Optional Activities

A free day for optional activities: a second gorilla trek in Mgahinga or Rwanda, climbing the Muhavura, Gahinga or Sabinyo volcanoes, the Batwa Trail and Garama Cave, Lake Mutanda canoeing, birding, or simply relaxing.

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To Lake Mburo National Park

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park u2013 the only Western Ugandan park with impalas and zebras u2013 for an evening game drive.

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To Entebbe

Morning game drive/walk, then the return journey to Entebbe with lunch in Mbarara and an Equator stop for refreshments and souvenirs.

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What's Included

✓ Included

  • Ground transport in a 4WD safari vehicle
  • English-speaking driver guide
  • Accommodation as described
  • Meals as described
  • Game drives and boat cruises as indicated
  • Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale
  • Park entrance and ranger fees
  • Bottled water in the vehicle

✗ Excluded

  • Gorilla permit
  • International flights & visas
  • Drinks not mentioned
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Laundry
  • Optional activities
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