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AFRICA WILDLIFE SAFARI
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Uganda, where the East African savannah meets the West African  jungle, is the “pearl of Africa”. Its incomparable natural beauty encompasses a host of different ecosystems, and the variety of animals is staggering! Uganda is the only safari destination whose range of forest primates is as impressive as its selection of antelope, and its bird checklist tops the 1,000 mark!
We have selected five different locations to observe wildlife on foot, by boat and on game drives in safari vehicles. On each excursion, we will be accompanied by experienced guides and trackers when we look for the primates. Our lodging will be in small exclusive tent camps and lodges that offer true African hospitality, fabulous food and all the comforts of home. Our first stop is Lake Mburo National Park. The Park has about 68 different species of mammals, with common sightings We move to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the home of Uganda’s star attraction, the endangered mountain gorilla. They live in a spectacularly dense rainforest, and we will spend the day hiking with our experienced tracker in search of these animals. Queen Elizabeth National Park is our next destination. This National Park is a UNESCO world bio-sphere reserve with nearly 100 mammal species and over 600 bird species. Highlights here are the tree climbing lions, elephants and a large concentration of hippos along with several species of monkeys. Chimpanzees are Kibale Forest National Park is our next destination, and we will spend two nights at a wonderful lodge on a private reserve overlooking a crater lake. This is a great place for hiking. Besides helping us identify some of the remarkable plant life, our hiking guide will introduce us to the world of primates as we search for chimpanzees, phoestes, red colobuses, and red-tailed and grey cheeked mangabeys in the forest. This exclusive African wildlife safari is designed for a small group of adventurers who enjoy hiking, watching wildlife, meeting local people and photography. The destinations we have selected for this safari will offer a fantastic assortment of wildlife and the best chance to see some of more rare species found in this special region of Africa. So grab your camera, be ready for surprises, and let’s go to Africa!
Day 1 (June 28): Transfer from airport to hotel in Kampala. This evening we shall drive around Kampala to see some prominent places such as: Kasubi tombs, Makerere University, Kibuli Mosque, Bahai temple, and Mulago hospital. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
DAY 3: After breakfast, we drive to western Uganda, popularly known as" The Switzerland of Uganda". Our destination is a lovely inn above the shores of Lake Bunyonyi, the deepest lake in Uganda. There are 38 islands onthe lake and an afternoon boat ride will give us opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery and see a variety of bird species. We will have an opportunity to visit the local Batwa Pygmies who are known as “the people of the forest.” Country Inn
DAY 5: The Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to roughly half of the world's 650 mountain gorillas. At the Buhoma Headquaters of the Uganda Wildlife Authority, a national parks Guide will present a briefing about Gorilla trekking. We will start hiking early with our tracker and do our best to find them - but remember, there is no guarantee because this is nature and she does not keep regular hours! The gorillas are shy, peaceful animals and it is an unforgettable experience to watch and photograph these gentle giants at close range. Gorilla trekking can take 2 to 10 hours depending on how easily the Gorilla family is located. We return to our tented camp for the night. DAY 6: After breakfast we will leave Bwindi early and DAY 7: An early start to take advantage of the cool of the morning where we game drive along designated tracks to see the herds of Buffalo, Elephant, Warthog and Lion. Return to the lodge for breakfast by 10:30 am. After lunch, a two-hour launch excursion along the Kazinga channel offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience at close quarters hippo and a variety of bird species common to the park. The prolific bird life is colorful a DAY 8: We depart from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kibale Forest National Park arriving by lunch. After lunch, prepare for a hike with a Park Service Guide who will provide a detailed explanation of the primates we are likely to see as well as the forest’s fauna and flora. On our half-day hike we will look for chimpanzees, phoestes, red colobuses and red-tailed and grey cheeked mangabeys. Overnight in a Luxury Tented Camp. DAY 9: On a morning hike, we will visit Bigodi swamp, an amazing place to observe rare and beautiful flora and fauna as well as excellent birdlife and primate viewing. After lunch we will drive to Entebbe for our final night and farewell dinner at a guest house near the airport. DAY 10: Morning transfer to the airport. ITINERARY CHANGES MAY BE MADE DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS BEYOND OUR CONTROL OR BY DISCRETION OF GROUP LEADERS. All the services described above are arranged weeks or months in advance of your trip. If airline schedule changes, unusual weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control prevent us from operating the services according to the schedule described above, we will attempt to substitute services of equivalent value. If we are unable to do so, passengers may be responsible for additional costs due to circumstances beyond our control.
DATES: 10 days, June 28 - July 7, 2009 TRIP
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: Gratuities for local guides, hiking guides and lodging personnel (approx. $150 US); alcoholic beverages; international flights; Trip Cancellation Insurance (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!). Complete Trip
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are Zebra, Impala, Buffalo, Topi, and Eland, and there is a chance of seeing Roan antelopes, leopards, hyenas and jackals. Bird viewing opportunities are excellent. 
next on the list, and we should find them in Kibale National Park along with a number of other primates who make this forest their home.
DAY 2: Early morning departure to Lake Mburo National Park. We drive across the Equator through Uganda’s rolling green hills (the drive will take approx. 3 hours). Following lunch, we will take a hike and a late afternoon game drive in search of zebra, impala, eland, topi, oribi, cape buffalos, and with luck, Roan antelopes, leopards, hyenas and jackals. Our lodging is a luxury tented camp overlooking Lake Mburo underneath a starlit African sky. Luxury Tented camp
DAY 4: After breakfast we head through the highlands to Bwindi, Impenetrable National Park, home of the mountain gorillas. In the evening we shall walk to the nearby community for a cultural performance. We overnight at our tented camp for two nights.
depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. We’ll pass through the southern sector of the park known as Ishasha, famed for its tree-climbing lions. This National Park is a UNESCO World Biosphere and has one of the highest
biodiversity ratings of any game reserve in the world! Almost 100 mammal species and a remarkable 606bird species can be found. Elephants, LOTS of hippos, the elusive giant forest hog and the handsome Uganda kob all regularly sighted. We spend two nights in Queen Elizabeth National Park at an intimate eco-lodge with cozy guest cabins and complete facilities. 
nd stupendous with well over 550 residentspecies.
safari guide, all ground transportation, guided walks, day and night game drives, 1 Gorilla Permit, 1 Chimp tracking permit, boat trip in Queen Elizabeth National Park and other activities while on safari and all applicable Government Taxes, transfers to and from the airport in Entebbe. 