A 12 day safari which starts
in Entebbe and finishes in Kigali. This safari can
also be done on a private basis. [The Bwindi gorilla
permit is included in the cost but the other gorilla
trackings require a supplement to be paid at time of
booking.]
A safari that traces the western Rift Valley in the
heart of Africa, starting with game viewing on the
savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park -
elephant, lion, buffalo, hippo, and leopard. Track
the fast moving and elusive chimpanzees in Kyambura
Gorge. In Ishasha go on the hunt for the tree-climbing
lions lounging on old fig trees. See the rich wildlife
and array of birds on the Kazinga Channel. Seeing some
of the last remaining 700 mountain gorillas in the
world is a fantastic experience and this safari takes
you to three gorilla parks – Bwindi and Mgahinga
in Uganda and PNV in Rwanda. It offers an opportunity
to track gorillas five times, twice in Bwindi, once
in Mgahinga/Nkuringo, and twice in PNV.
Bwindi in Uganda has four habituated families and
the gorillas there live in thicker tropical forest
and tracking is more challenging as the hillsides are
steeper. You can also go for nature walks to see birds,
monkeys and orchids. Mgahinga, in Uganda, is a great
place to appreciate the unique Virunga volcanoes and
it has one habituated family. When this group sometimes
moves across the border, tracking at Nkuringo in Southern
Bwindi is possible. You can also climb a volcano or
go for a nature walk, visit the endangered golden monkey
or go birding.
PNV in Rwanda has five habituated gorilla families
and tracking most groups in the afro-montane forest
usually takes only a few hours. You can also climb
a volcano, visit the remains of Dian Fossey’s
grave or visit the endangered golden monkey. At the
end of the safari fly out from Kigali.
Clients stay 3 nights at Mweya/Jacana, 3 nights at
Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge, 2 nights at Volcanoes Mount
Gahinga Lodge and 3 nights at Volcanoes Virunga Lodge.
A choice of two safaris can be added at the end – Primates
and Birds in Nyungwe Forest (4 days), Wildlife and
Birds in Akagera (3 days).
UGS1 CLASSIC
UGANDA AND RWANDA
A TWELVE-DAY SAFARI
Departs 2008: 7 Jan, 4 Feb, 3 Mar, 7 Apr, 5 May, 2 Jun, 7 Jul, 4 Aug, 1 Sep, 6 Oct, 3 Nov, 1 Dec
Departs 2009: 5 Jan, 2 Feb, 2 Mar, 6 Apr, 4 May, 1 Jun, 6 Jul, 3 Aug, 7 Sep, 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 7 Dec
SUITABLE EXTENSIONS (FROM KIGALI): 4 DAY Primates & Birds in Nyungwe (RWS5) 3 DAY Wildlife & Birds in Akagera (RWS6)
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CLASSIC UGANDA
AND RWANDA
Starts Monday ends Friday (ends Kigali) |
US$ |
£ |
Euros |
| Per person sharing a twin room |
6,510 |
3,338 |
5,047 |
| Single room supplement |
771 |
395 |
598 |
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1. Published prices may change without notice in case of unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.
2. Prices for safaris in 2008 are valid until 31 December 2008. Prices for the dates shown in 2009 will be published at a later date.
3. Prices are based on exchange rates with the US dollar in May 2007: 1.95 US dollars to the £ sterling and 1.29 dollars to the euro. For payments in £ sterling and euro the dollar shall be converted at the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment.
4. Prices include transport and a driver/guide for the itinerary agreed, accommodation on a shared basis and meals stated (in Kampala, Entebbe and Kigali bed and breakfast only and on safari full board) and, where appropriate, boat trips, park fees, chimpanzee permits and one gorilla permit. At Volcanoes gorilla lodges (Bwindi, Mount Gahinga and Virunga), the tariffs are on an all-inclusive basis and, in addition to accommodation and meals, include unlimited consumption of all alcoholic and soft drinks; laundry services; and any activities clients wish to do around the lodges. A complimentary massage is also offered.
5. Prices exclude airfares to Uganda/Rwanda, entry visas and airport taxes. At non-Volcanoes lodges all personal expenditure such as laundry and drinks are excluded.
6. All gorilla permits need to be purchased at the time of booking or a deposit equivalent to 20% of the cost of the safari paid, whichever is higher. Gorilla viewing is subject to availability of permits, which are limited; any additional gorilla permits required should be purchased when booking. Gorilla permit prices are subject to change without warning.
7. From the safari price paid by clients Volcanoes contributes $100 per client to the Volcanoes Partnership Trust, a separate non-profit organisation which undertakes community and conservation activities. |
For dates and prices of all scheduled safaris please
click here.
For information on tailor-made safaris Click Here
For more information or to book a safari please email salesug@volcanoessafaris.com
 (UGS1) For
a pdf containing details of the tour please click
here.
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(Days shown are for scheduled safaris only)
Day 1 MONDAY
Arrive at Entebbe Airport, probably the friendliest in Africa, welcomed
by a Volcanoes guide. Briefing on the great African adventure. Set
off on the southbound road at 10am. On the way see the royal drum makers,
stand on the Equator, bargain at the roadside markets. Descend to the
Queen Elizabeth National Park, keeping an eye out for game. O/N: Mweya/Jacana
(FB).
Day 2 TUESDAY
Go for an early morning game drive to seek out wildlife, rest during
the heat of the day and then go on an evening game drive. The game seen
will depend on the season, the Kasenyi plains are good for lion and the
Mweya peninsula for a variety of animals. O/N: Mweya/Jacana (FB).
Day 3 WEDNESDAY
An excursion to Kyambura gorge nearby to track the fast moving and elusive
chimpanzees, one of man's closest relations. The chimp population is
quite mobile and viewing is unpredictable but the walk is enchanting.
Alternatively go for a nature walk in Maramagambo Forest to see other
primates and to visit the bat cave and the blue lake. In the afternoon
take a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel where the wildlife and a vast
array of birds come to drink. O/N: Mweya/Jacana (FB).
Day 4 THURSDAY
Start for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Either drive via Ishasha, home
of the tree climbing lion, roads permitting, or take the alternative
route through cultivated expanses. Time permitting, go for a guided nature
walk. O/N: Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge (FB).
Day 5 FRIDAY
Go gorilla tracking (subject to permit availability at time of booking),
walking up steep densely forested hills before finally coming across
the gorillas camouflaged in the vegetation. An inspiring moment! Tracking
in Bwindi requires stamina and can often take most of the day. Alternatively
go for a leisurely nature or community walk. O/N: Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge
(FB).
Day 6 SATURDAY
Either go gorilla tracking again (on payment of supplement at the time
of booking subject to permit availability) or go for a guided nature
walk in the thick forest rich in birds, butterflies and monkeys. Alternatively
go for a stroll around the Lodge or for a community walk. O/N: Volcanoes
Bwindi Lodge (FB).
Day 7 SUNDAY
Leave for Mgahinga. Make brief stops at places of interest including
Kanaba Gap to view the dramatic Virunga volcanoes and the beautiful terraced
hills. Proceed, via the frontier town of Kisoro, up the mountain to Mgahinga
at 2,300m. O/N: Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge (FB).
Day 8 MONDAY
Either go gorilla tracking again, this time in Mgahinga/Nkuringo (on
payment of supplement at time of booking), or climb the Muhavura or Gahinga
volcanoes, or go for a nature walk or visit golden monkeys in Mgahinga.
O/N: Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge (FB).
Day 9 TUESDAY
Either relax or walk near the Lodge, or do one of the activities in day
8 in the morning (except gorilla tracking) and transfer to Rwanda after
lunch. [Clocks go backward one hour]. Stroll around the Lodge, or simply
take in the panoramic sunset over the volcanoes. O/N: Volcanoes Virunga
Lodge (FB).
Day 10 WEDNESDAY
Go gorilla tracking in Parc National des Volcans (on payment of supplement
at time of booking). Tracking the gorillas through the light mountain
forest on the slopes of the Virungas is a magical experience. If you
are lucky you can get to the gorillas, spend an hour with them, and be
back at the base in time for a late lunch! Some gorilla families however
are more elusive, and tracking can take a full day, especially when it
is wet and muddy. O/N: Volcanoes Virunga Lodge (FB).
Day 11 THURSDAY
Either go gorilla tracking again in Parc National des Volcans (on payment
of supplement at time of booking), or visit the golden monkeys or drive
to Gisenyi, visit Ros Carr's orphanage and Lake Kivu or climb the Visoke/Muhavura
volcanoes, or trek to Dian Fossey's grave, or visit the local school,
community projects or walk to Lake Bulera. O/N: Volcanoes Virunga Lodge
(FB).
Day 12 FRIDAY
Leave for Kigali. Time permitting, go for a tour of the city including
a visit to the market, a pottery project, handicraft shops and the genocide memorial. Transfer to the airport.
(HB).
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