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Welcome to Uganda
Your driver/guide will be at Entebbe Airport to pick you up from your flight and take you directly to your lodge in Kampala. Depending on the time of your arrival, you may be able to explore the sites in and around Kampala.
You will stay in a nice lodge with beautiful views on Lake Victoria. The hotel has cozy safari style furnished rooms, equipped with satellite TV, fridge bar, telephone, fan, balcony with lake-view and a comfortable bathroom.
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Welcome to Uganda
You will be picked up from the airport by a representative of your hotel. He will transfer you to your hotel. You will meet your driver/ guide tomorrow morning when he picks you up from your hotel.
The Boma Hotel is set in tropical gardens in a leafy suburb, a few minutes’ drive from Entebbe International Airport. The rooms combine the modern comforts one expects today with the charm and character of an original 1940s home.
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Fort Portal & Kibale forest
Today you will drive to Fort Portal in western Uganda. The route is incredibly scenic, passing through tea plantations and the lush green countryside which characterizes so much of Uganda. Then you continue for about 1 hour. On arrival at the forest, you will enter a completely different world… some serious monkey business!
Although you are here specifically to track Chimps, the forest is home to 12 other primate species including: the Red Tailed Monkey, Olive Baboon, Black and White Colobus Monkey, and the Blue Monkey. You will stay in a cottage, privately situated in the forest with a spacious bedroom and en-suite bathroom. This is the perfect starting point of tomorrow’s activities.
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To Fort Portal & Kibale Forest
After an early breakfast, you will pick up your packed lunch and exit the park to the south. The drive is long (approx. 8 hours), but incredibly scenic, passing through villages, lush green forests and hills dotted with tea plantations which characterize this part of Uganda.
You will stay at the wonderful Papaya Lake Lodge, just outside the town of Fort Portal, with spacious rooms and amazing views over one of the crater lakes in this area!
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Chimpanzee tracking & Queen Elizabeth national park
Early in the morning you will go for chimpanzee tracking! Kibale Forest National Park boasts the highest number of primate species in the world, including our delightful cousins, the chimpanzees. An experienced forest ranger will take you chimp tracking in the morning or afternoon. You might also see other monkey species that live in this tropical forest. Once located, you will spend a full hour with the chimps. Since they are still wild animals, we can never guarantee you to see them and might have to settle with hearing their hoots and hollers.
After this amazing experience you will continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park is UgandaÂ’s second largest park, located at the base of the majestic Rwenzori Mountain range, adjacent to Lake Edward and Lake George. The park has prolific game, including Gazelle, Uganda Kob, Warthog and Waterbuck. Lions are often sighted both in the park and at the entrance to the park. In the late afternoon you will go for a game-drive into the park.
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Chimptracking in Kibale Forest
An experienced forest ranger will take you chimp tracking in the morning or afternoon. En route you might also see other monkey species. Once you locate the chimps, you will spend a full hour with them. They are wild animals and we can never guarantee any sightings, you might have to settle with just hearing them.
The Bigodi Swamp walk (2-3 hours) will take you through grassland, small communities and some beautiful scenery, where locals are likely to greet you with enthusiastic waves. It is not uncommon to spot three to four different primate species. The highlight is catching a glimpse of the great blue turaco!
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Game drive & Boat safari on the Kazinga channel
Today you wake up early. A little before sunrise coffee, tea and donuts will be served in the lounge before we head out for a long game drive in time to see the first rays of light. You will search for all the wildlife in the park and are likely to come across Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Waterbuck, Leopard, Uganda Kob, and many Warthogs. A well-deserved brunch will be served back at the lodge in the late morning. In the afternoon you will take a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel which joins Lake George and Lake Edward.
Here, you will see a lot of hippos (more than you can possibly imagine! ), as well as a variety of other animals which come to the waterhole to drink or bathe. You can expect to see buffalo, crocodile, bathing elephant, and a range of beautiful birds. This will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of your tour. After the boat safari you do a game drive back to the lodge.
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To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
An experienced forest ranger will take you chimp tracking in the morning or afternoon. En route you might also see other monkey species. Once you locate the chimps, you will spend a full hour with them. They are wild animals and we can never guarantee any sightings, you might have to settle with just hearing them.
The Bigodi Swamp walk (2-3 hours) will take you through grassland, small communities and some beautiful scenery, where locals are likely to greet you with enthusiastic waves. It is not uncommon to spot three to four different primate species. The highlight is catching a glimpse of the great blue turaco!
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To Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast you will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Queen Elizabeth is Uganda’s second largest park, located at the base of the majestic Rwenzori Mountain range, adjacent to Lake Edward and Lake George. You will stay at the beautiful Mweya Safari Lodge *, located in the heart of Queen Elizabeth National Park on the Mweya peninsula. Watch wildlife from your private verandah and fall asleep to the roaring of lions on the distant savannah.
This truly is Africa! * You will not stay in the standard rooms, but in the very exclusive and private luxury safari tents! In the afternoon, you will take a private boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, which joins Lake George and Lake Albert. Whatch the many hippos (more than you can possibly imagine! ) and a variety of other animals that come to the water to drink or bathe; like buffaloes, crocodiles, bathing elephants and a range of beautiful birds. This will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of your tour.
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Lake Mutanda
Today you drive to Lake Mutanda in the south-western part of Uganda; close to the borders with Rwanda and Congo. You cross a beautiful part of the country often referred to as ‘the Switzerland of Africa’. You will pass the country-side, bamboo forest and have great views over the Virunga Mountains. For lunch you stop at a local restaurant (not inclusive).
Your comfortable lodge is overlooking Lake Mutanda and the Virunga volcanoes on the border with Rwanda. This will undoubtly be one of the most spectacular views you have ever seen! From here you will depart tomorrow for the gorilla tracking so it is best to get a good nights sleep.
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Welcome to Uganda
After breakfast you will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Queen Elizabeth is UgandaÂ’s second largest park, located at the base of the majestic Rwenzori Mountain range, adjacent to Lake Edward and Lake George. You will stay at the beautiful Mweya Safari Lodge *, located in the heart of Queen Elizabeth National Park on the Mweya peninsula. Watch wildlife from your private verandah and fall asleep to the roaring of lions on the distant savannah.
This truly is Africa! * You will not stay in the standard rooms, but in the very exclusive and private luxury safari tents! In the afternoon, you will take a private boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, which joins Lake George and Lake Albert. Whatch the many hippos (more than you can possibly imagine! ) and a variety of other animals that come to the water to drink or bathe; like buffaloes, crocodiles, bathing elephants and a range of beautiful birds. This will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of your tour.
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Game drive to Bwindi impenetrable forest
After breakfast you will game drive on your way out of the park. After that you will go to Ishasha where you will look for the tree climbing lions: To escape from the heat during the day, the lions here have learned how to climb the fig trees. If you are lucky you might spot a few during your game drive, so keep your eyes open and look up! Besides these famous lions, there is other interesting wildlife to be seen, like buffalo and the Uganda kob. Instead of this activity you can also choose an optional activity: Hot Air Balloon Safari (US$ 380 p.p.) After lunch you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest; home of the Mountain Gorillas.
Buhoma Lodge commands spectacular and uninterrupted views of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The comfortable cottages have been carefully built, each with its own private verandah, allowing wonderful views of the forest canopy of the National Park. Get a good nights sleep because tomorrow you have to be fresh for the Gorilla trekking.
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Gorilla tracking
Today is the big day… prepare yourself for an encounter with one of Bwindi’s gentle giants: the rare mountain gorilla. For most people this is the absolute highlight of their tour in Uganda. En route to the gorillas, your guide will point out signs of previous gorilla activity, including dung, nests and chewed bamboo shoots. The time taken to track the gorillas can be as few as 2 hours to as many as 7 hours.
Your track will be an exciting journey along forested slopes, entwined vines, bushes and bamboo before you eventually reach the gorilla family. Once the gorillas have been located, your group will be allowed a maximum of one hour with them. Coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla is a truly humbling and emotional experience. This is a fantastic and privileged opportunity to get up close and personal with Uganda’s very own ‘Gorillas in the Mist’.
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Game drive in Queen Elizabeth NP and afternoon community walk along Lake George
After breakfast you will game drive on your way out of the park. After that you will go to Ishasha where you will look for the tree climbing lions: To escape from the heat during the day, the lions here have learned how to climb the fig trees. If you are lucky you might spot a few during your game drive, so keep your eyes open and look up! Besides these famous lions, there is other interesting wildlife to be seen, like buffalo and the Uganda kob. Instead of this activity you can also choose an optional activity: Hot Air Balloon Safari (US$ 380 p.p.)
After lunch you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest; home of the Mountain Gorillas. Buhoma Lodge commands spectacular and uninterrupted views of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The comfortable cottages have been carefully built, each with its own private verandah, allowing wonderful views of the forest canopy of the National Park. Get a good nights sleep because tomorrow you have to be fresh for the Gorilla trekking.
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To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After breakfast you will have a game drive on your way out of the park. This gives you a last chance to spot the tree climbing lions. In three hours you will drive to Buhoma at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest; home of the Mountain Gorillas. Lunch will be provided at the Buhoma lodge. Buhoma Lodge commands spectacular and uninterrupted views of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
The comfortable cottages have been carefully built, each with its own private verandah, allowing wonderful views of the forest canopy of the National Park. Make sure to get a good nights sleep, because tomorrow you have to be fresh for the Gorillatracking.
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Optional activities at Lake Mutanda, to Kigali
Today you can do one of the optional activities organized by the lodge. Climb on one of the Virunga Volcanoes, do the Batwa (Pygmee) trail or a Golden Monkey tracking in Mgahinga N.P. The driver of Mutanda Lake resort will than take you to Kigali.
Depending on your arrival time you can visit some of Kigali’s craft markets, to browse among the pottery, carvings, batik, weaving, sculpture, musical instruments, leather and fabrics on offer. Prepare to haggle! All activities today are at your own cost. You will spend the night at a lovely accommodation. Flame tree village is ideally located on the outskirts of Kigali. There is a swimming pool too!
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Gorilla tracking at Bwindi Impentrable Forest
Today is the big day… prepare yourself for an encounter with the endangered mountain gorilla. For most people this is the absolute highlight of their tour in Uganda. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest boasts both mountain gorillas and chimpanzees - the only forest in Africa which can make this claim. The gorillas you track belong to one of nine habituated family groups who can tolerate the presence of humans for a short period every day. Your track will be an exciting journey along forested slopes, entwined vines, bushes and bamboo before you eventually reach the gorilla family.
The time taken to track the gorillas can take between 2 to 7 hours. Once the gorillas have been located, your group will be allowed a maximum of one hour with them. Coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla is a truly humbling and emotional experience. This is a fantastic and privileged opportunity to get up close and personal with Uganda’s very own ‘Gorillas in the Mist’.
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Welcome to Tanzania
After breakfast the driver of your hotel will take you to the airport for you morning flight with Rwandair to Kilimanjaro airport. Note: These flights only depart on Mondays- Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. If the airline decides to change the flight times and/or days you might need to spend another night in Kigali at an additional cost. The cost of this flight is included in the price however prices are subject to change.
On arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport your Tanzanian driver will pick you from the airport and transfer you to Ilboru Safari Lodge; a pleasant lodge with a beautiful garden and swimming pool. Harmoniously woven into the surrounding African landscape, Ilboru Safari Lodge rests at the base of the majestic Mt. Meru. Stay comfortably in your private bungalow reminiscent of a traditional Swahili ‘boma’.
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To Entebbe airport
After breakfast you return to Kampala or Entebbe (Airport). Of course you stop at the equator, the best place for your souvenir shopping. Your driver/guide will bring you to your accommodation in Kampala/Entebbe or to Entebbe Airport (this is only possible if your departure flight leaves at 11 pm or later).
Accommodation for tonight is not inclusive in the program. In case you wish us to include one (or more) nights in Kampala and/or Entebbe, please let us know. This is the end of hopefully a wonderful tour!
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Lake Manyara National Park
Today, after an early breakfast, you will be travelling to the first national park of this trip: Lake Manyara National Park. On arrival you will stretch your legs during a 2 to 3-hour village walk in cozy ‘Mto Wa Mbu’. Here you will meet the local community, taste homemade banana beer, learn about the Makonde woodcarvings and listen to your guide who will tell you everything about the way of living in this village. After the village walk, you will have a local lunch.
In the afternoon you enter Lake Manyara National Park. This is a small but very beautiful park offering breathtaking views, excellent game viewing and an incredible array of birdlife. You have a chance to spot zebra, baboon, warthog, giraffe, impala, elephant, hippo, wildebeest and the rare tree climbing lion. Your accommodation for tonight is Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp. Take a refreshing dip in the inviting outdoor pool and enjoy the fantastic sunset with a cold drink on the veranda!
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The Serengeti
After breakfast, you depart for the most famous safari park in the world: Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti hosts the most extensive population of wild animals on earth and has a complex and untouched ecosystem. Serengeti means "endless plains" in the language of the Maasai, a description that the Serengeti completely lives up to. These endless plains have to be experienced to be fully appreciated! You visit the heart of the Serengeti, Seronera Valley. This valley might be termed as the ‘classic’ Serengeti; short grass plains with all different kind of wild animals ranging from the impressive lion to the naughty mongoose.
From the park entrance you game drive towards your accommodation for tonight. After the incredible impressions of the Serengeti, youll have your overnight at Tortilis Camp where each safari-tent has an en-suite bathroom, modern furnishings and a private verandah. Tonight you can share your Serengeti experiences around the campfire!
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Full day game drive in the Serengeti
Early in the morning you leave the camp for a full day safari! Most of the national park is open and grassy. Ultimately, the success of any safari lies in the number and quality of encounters with big cats. There are thousands of lions in the Serengeti and you have a fair chance to see cheetahs, although they are difficult to spot.
And when it comes to leopards, the Serengeti rarely disappoints! We will find you a nice picnic spot to enjoy your packed lunch and then you slowly continue your safari back to Tortilis Camp. Keep your eyes open since you still have chances to see all kinds of animals roaming the plains, hidden behind bushes or resting in a tree. You never know when and were exactly you will spot wildlife. Back at the lodge you will have an excellent dinner and some time to relax.
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Ngorogoro Crater
Today you enjoy a long game drive on your way out of the beautiful Serengeti and continue to the Ngorongoro Crater. In the afternoon, you will have a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater! As an UNESCO World Heritage Site the crater offers a unique biosphere which has remained virtually unchanged since the dawn of time. There are very few places in the world where you can find such a large population of wildlife throughout the year.
Deep within the crater, enclosed by towering walls, you have a good chance of spotting ‘The Big 5’: Lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard. For the latter two you need a bit of luck as they tend to shy away. Approximately 30 000 animals live on the crater floor! After this great experience, you drive to Country Lodge Karatu to enjoy dinner and an en-suite fireplace.
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Departure
Today is unfortunately the last day of your trip with Matoke Tours! After breakfast you will depart for Arusha. Depending on the time your flight departs, there might be some time left today to take a dive in the pool, have a massage or take a yoga class.
All activities today are at your own expense. Your driver/guide will take care of your transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport. If you do not want the fun to add contact Matoke tours for one of our exciting extensions to for example the tropical Island of Zanzibar!
SEASONAL RATE
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Max People for this package
1
Rate Per Adult
$5,600.00
Rate Per Child
$5,600.00
GROUP RATES
| Group Size 1 | # of Rooms 1 | Group Rate $ 5600 |
| Group Size 2 | # of Rooms 1 | Group Rate $ 5650 |
| Group Size 3 | # of Rooms 2 | Group Rate $ 5150 |
| Group Size 4 | # of Rooms 2 | Group Rate $ 4550 |
| Group Size 5 | # of Rooms 3 | Group Rate $ 5650 |