2024 Uganda: Gorillas & Beyond by Abercrombie Kent Tours with 28 reviews - Tour ID: 187226 (2023)

Touristic operator:

Tourism Code:

c3e33b7e-0a4

Starting city:

Entebbe

final city:

Entebbe

Ride Style:

Tour quality:

Lux

Tour duration:

11 dias

Tour Capacity:

16

We are committed to:

• award-winning service
• customer satisfaction
• Hygiene and distancing policy

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1. Journey 1

   Entebbe, Uganda

   Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda, a nation of stunning vegetation, deep lakes, towering mountains and rich biodiversity. Transfer to your hotel for a free night. Hotel: Protea Hotel Entebbe

2. Journey 2

   Murchison Falls National Park

   Depart Entebbe and fly to Murchison Falls National Park, one of the most scenic spots along the Nile and the location of Humphrey Bogart's classic film, The African Queen. After settling into your accommodation on the banks of the Victoria Nile, join your guide for a visit to Murchison Falls, where the invigorating spray '''the collective force of the majestic Nile''' bathes a narrow ravine.Hotel: Nile safari lodge
   Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

3. Journey 3

   Murchison Falls National Park

   Take a game drive along the north bank of the Nile in Murchison Falls National Park. You can see giraffe, buffalo, elephant, wild boar, leopard, lion and antelope. Later, board a boat to the base of the falls, watching hippos, crocodiles and other species. Hotel: Nile Safari Lodge
   Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

4. Journey 4

   Kibale National Park

   After breakfast, fly to Kibale and transfer to your lodge. Later, you can take an optional nature walk along the top of Bunyaruguru Crater. Hotel: Kyaninga Lodge
   Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

5. Journey 5

   Kibale National Park

   The Kibale Forest is home to 11 species of primates, including chimpanzees and mangabey, and 300 types of birds. Wake up early for the start of your chimpanzee journey, listening to the silence of the forest as you go. Later, ride like a local in an African canoe across a lake, spotting wildlife and admiring the scenery. Hotel: Kyaninga Lodge
   Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

6. Journey 6

   Queen Elizabeth National Park

   Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo and baboons, all of which you can see when heading out on an afternoon game drive. Hotel: Ishasha Wilderness Camp
   Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

7. is 7

   Queen Elizabeth National Park

   Continue exploring, spotting the tree-climbing lion, an attraction rarely seen elsewhere in Africa. Then toast your safari with a Scenic Sundowner. Hotel: Ishasha Wilderness Camp
   Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

8. is 8

   Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

   Set off on an early morning drive through the Queen Elizabeth National Park. Make your way out of the Rift Valley through the Kigezi Highlands and into the mountains of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon at your camp, indulge in a Chef's Table experience.
   Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

9. Journey 9

   Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

   Spend two days tracking endangered mountain gorillas, spending up to an hour among them each day. See mothers holding babies close as they walk with knuckles on three limbs. Watch children running controlled by a caring parent. Later, visit the Uganda Bwindi School of Nursing, a project supported by Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy. Hotel: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
   Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

10. is 10

    Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

    Today, once again, enjoy the bond that exists between primate and man as you set out on your final gorilla journey. Hotel: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
    Meals:BreakfastLunchTo have lunch

11. Journey 11

    Entebbe

    Fly to Entebbe and return to your hotel, where a dayroom awaits until your international flight home. Hotel: Protea Hotel Entebbe (dayroom)
    Meals:Breakfast

More than 55 offices in more than 30 countries
A&K has more than 55 offices in over 30 countries, a global family of more than 2,500 dedicated travel experts. Chief among these is the resident Tour Director who leads each group departure, providing unrivaled on-site experience with local A&K guides contributing along the way.

Small groups make safe travel much easier.
Abercrombie & Kent's small groups make it very easy to maintain cleanliness and hygiene procedures and ensure proper physical distancing between guests. On a bespoke custom journey, the size of the group is completely up to you, of course, and you only travel with the people you choose for most activities.

Using masks.
On all journeys, masks must be worn in accordance with local regulations and service provider requirements. We encourage you to bring your own masks; a supply will be available where needed. Please note that all protocols are subject to change in accordance with relevant guidelines, regulations and local conditions.

Support 24/7, seven days a week.
Abercrombie & Kent's worldwide network is always on hand to answer questions and address any concerns you may have. The local offices are experienced in handling emergencies and have the contacts and knowledge to support guests 24/7 with medical issues, including, if necessary, scheduling medical appointments or even medical evacuation of emergency.

General evaluation

4.1

accommodations

4

Itinerary

4.4

professional staff

4.4

Repeat with Operator

4.1

Cost benefit

3.6

Fabulous and memorable trip!