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Gorillas and Game Parks
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 30/06/2008
Duration:
14 days (ex Entebbe)
Highlights:
Meet Rwanda's rare mountain gorillas, Track chimps in the steep-sided Kyambura Gorge, Experience the diverse landscapes of Lake Mburo National Park, Cross the hippo heaven that is the Kazinga Channel, See the swirling rapids of Bujagali Falls, Safari in the remarkable Queen Elizabeth National Park
Trip Code:
YOG
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 21
Price:
Prices from USD $1685
Park & Permit Fees USD$640 cash to be paid on the ground
In order to ensure a permit for the Gorilla trek will be available for purchase when you arrive in Africa, an increased deposit (USD$525 + US$250 per person) will apply at time of booking. The Gorilla Permit is in fact paid for locally and is included in the advertised Park & Permit fee. The additional deposit paid at time of booking will be credited to the final balance of your booking. Please note your deposit is non refundable.
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
With the help of expert local guides, we head deep into the heart of Central Africa's forests for the pinnacle of wildlife experiences, an encounter with the mountain gorillas of Rwanda and Uganda. There may be rough roads, basic accommodation and times when things don't go as planned as is common in all of Africa, but one look at these gentle giants and all these inconveniences will seem trivial. Furthermore, with superb game viewing in the national parks, beautiful scenery, colourful towns and friendly locals, you'll quickly understand why Uganda is often called the Pearl of Africa.
about guerba
The 2006 merger of Intrepid and Guerba created one of the world's leading suppliers of small group adventures. With over 25 years experience operating safari and overland journeys throughout Africa, Guerba really know their stuff. Guerba shares our desire to get off the beaten track and our commitment to responsible and sustainable travel. Their leaders are local and as well as being passionate about their homelands are among the most experienced in the adventure travel sector.
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meals included: All meals when camping included
transport: Overland truck, boat, walking
accommodation: Participatory camping (13 nts)
budget: Allow USD $80 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Sun
important notes:
1. In order to ensure a permit for the Gorilla trek will be available for purchase when you arrive in Africa, a non-refundable deposit (AUD$832) must be paid at the time of booking.
Please note that the minimum age for this trip is 18 years of age.
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This trips works perfectly in combination with our Serengeti Trail tour in Kenya for the ultimate East African safari experience. In fact it works so perfectly that we have combined them together in our Gorilla, Lakes and Plains itinerary. (YOC)
Day 1 Entebbe
Our tour commences in Entebbe, conveniently located near the international airport. Today you will meet your fellow passengers, crew and your expedition vehicle.
Days 2-3 Jinja
Travel through Kampala then past lush mountain scenery to the town of Jinja on the shores of Lake Victoria. The rushing Bujagali Falls nearby are one of the sources of the great Nile River and its churning waters are a rafter's dream. There's time here to shop for souvenirs, take on the world-class rapids or simply to relax on the riverbank.
Day 4 Lake Mburo
Take a game drive in Lake Mburo National Park, through an varied landscape of open plains, acacia grasslands, marshes and riverine woodland. The mosaic of habitats here makes for a great range of wildlife so look out for everything from hippos and antelopes to buffaloes and water birds around the lake.
Days 5-7 Queen Elizabeth National Park
Considered Uganda's finest, Queen Elizabeth National Park boasts remarkable diversity in its wildlife. See some of the 606 recorded bird species here on a leisurely cruise along the passage linking Lake Edward to Lake George, the Kazinga Channel. Later, an escorted walk through the lush riverine forest of Kyambura Gorge is a chance to see the famous chimps and cheeky colubus monkeys that call this place home. The sound of chatter signals when the primates are near so keep an ear out at all times. Enjoy land-based safaris and keep an eye out for the Big Five as well as Uganda kobs and waterbucks.
Day 8 Lake Bunyoni
Travel through the mystical landscapes of the Lake Bunyoni region to discover some of the most picturesque scenery in all of Uganda. It's possible to hire a traditional dugout canoe to take to the lake. They can be hard to master at first but great fun.
Days 9-11 Gorilla Trekking
Journey to Rwanda's green heart, a highly fertile mountain region. Against a backdrop of volcanic peaks, the thick jungle-like hilltops are incredibly beautiful. Accompanied by a guide and trackers, hike through the forest searching for a family. Bring lots of water because the trek to see the extremely rare mountain gorillas is strenuous. However the sight of these intelligent creatures, so similar to humans, makes the hard going completely worth it. The placid creatures will captivate you with their human-like behaviour and big brown eyes. When not tracking gorillas, enjoy walks into the steamy rainforests to see the other creatures that call it home.
Day 12 Lake Bunyoni
Days 13-14 Kampala/ Entebbe
The adventure comes full circle on return to Entebbe via a visit to Kampala.
| start date | finish date | places available | bookings |
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| Sun 07 Sep 08 | Sat 20 Sep 08 | bookings closed | |
| Sun 21 Sep 08 | Sat 04 Oct 08 | bookings closed |
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Every day, hundreds of happy people return from Intrepid trips, and their comments are here for you to read. We do not screen the feedback on this site, all comments are posted here as they were written (unless they used inappropriate language).
Overall trip was very good and value for money.
Gorillas was a real highlight.
Trip was well run, hygienic and food very good.
Leader worked very hard and organised.
Madeleine Price
the gorillas and gameparks tour was an incredible and amazing experience never to be forgotten, not only the amazing country, gorillas and wildlife that were seen, but the local people that made it all the more memorable, that includes the guides and leaders we had mon board, the made it truely remarkable
Jodi Kearney
AMAZING EXPERIENCE. WELL PLANNED ITINERY. EXCELLENT PEOPLE, GREAT LEADER.
THE BEST EXPERIENCE IN MY LIFETIME
Stefan Karanec
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