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9-Day Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Big 5 Safari Adventure

9 Days Uganda Safari – Gorilla, Wildlife, Big 5 and Chimpanzee Habituation Experience Tour. This safari takes you to an encounter with the big five mammals, chimpanzees, gorillas, smaller primates, and amazing scenery/landscape. The 9 day Uganda wildlife safari starts with a visit to the beautiful lake Bunyonyi for relaxation, canoeing, island hopping, and a community visit. The safari includes a visit to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This park is home to half of the remaining population of mountain gorillas. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi may be the most popular activity but visitors also get a chance to observe other smaller primates and forest creatures. The safari also includes a visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Queen Elizabeth is the most visited national park in Uganda and is home to tree climbing lions, crater lakes and other amazing landscape. While on a tour of the Kazinga Channel of Queen Elizabeth, tourists are rewarded with one of the most amazing collection of wildlife in Africa. Safari Highlights Safari Inclusions and Exclusions Packing List Safari Highlights Day 1: Pickup from Kampala or Entebbe – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi Day 2: Canoeing, Island hopping and swimming – Transfer to Bwindi – Visit the Batwa Pygmies Day 3: Gorilla Tracking – Transfer to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park Day 4: Game drive to see tree climbing lions – Afternoon Boat cruise at the Kazinga Channel Day 5: Morning game drive at the Kasenyi Sector – Transfer to Kibale National Park – Visit the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary. Day 6: Chimpanzee Habituation Experience Day 7: Transfer to Murchison falls – Visit the top of the falls Day 8: Morning Game drive – Afternoon Launch cruise on the river Nile Day 9: Visit the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Transfers to Kampala or Entebbe Safari Inclusions and Exclusions The 9 days Uganda safari package includes; Gorilla permits Chimpanzee permits Batwa visit Game drives Boat cruises Lake Bunyonyi tour Ziwa Rhino sanctuary Park Entrance and Ranger fees All activities included in the tour package Transfers to and from the airport A standard 4X4 tour van An experienced driver with great knowledge about the country and who speaks excellent English Accommodation for 8 nights including meals and water Meals and water outside the hotel Government taxes The safari excludes; Air tickets and entry visas to Uganda Medical and Travel insurance Tips to the gorilla trekking porters, rangers and staff at the hotels Expenses on alcohol, cigars, phone calls, soft drinks, souvenir and anything that can be considered personal Packing List While on a safari in Uganda, you should pack some or all of the following items; A camera: A safari in Uganda is incomplete without a good camera. You cannot come back from a safari without evidence to show your friends and family about the wonderful time you had. Hiking Boots: Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking requires good hiking boots for comfort especially during the rainy season. Stocking: Long stockings will help in tucking in your trousers to avoid crawling insects. Rain Jacket: This is very important while hiking during the rainy season. The rains can be unpredictable in Uganda especially when you consider global warming. There is always the possibility of rain in Bwindi forest regardless of season of the year. Long Shirts and trousers: The game parks and forests contain insects and other crawling creatures that you need to keep off. There are also sharp tree branches and thorns. Long sleeved shirts and trousers will keep off any insects and also protect you from sharp trees. Hand gloves: Hand gloves are important for grabbing leaves and tree branches while hiking through dense forest. Water: Many of the activities mentioned above involve staying out for long hours in the sun. Expect to get dehydrated and tired if you do not pack some water. You need to have water filtration tablets if you cannot move with bottled water. Packed Snack: This is very important for the chimpanzee habituation experience and gorilla trekking. It is difficult to predict when the two activities will end. You are better off parking lunch so that you don’t get hungry. Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Pickup from Kampala or Entebbe – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. Wake up early morning and take breakfast as you wait for the company driver. The Driver will brief you about the tour and let you know where to get any equipment or change money. The journey to Lake Bunyonyi is long but very interesting as it offers travelers a chance to observe the life in rural Africa. You will see for yourself how the local people go about their daily life away from the traffic jam and busy life in the capital Kampala. The south western part of Uganda is blessed with incredible scenery – lakes, rivers, mountains, national parks, forests, rolling hills, tea plantations and changing vegetation. Expect to enjoy the journey if you love nature and are a keen observer. There will be stopovers at various landmarks including at the equator crossing for an opportunity to take photos. Lunch will be taken along the way before continuing to Lake Bunyonyi. Once you reach the lake, the driver/Guide will take you to the lodge for check-in, shower and refreshment. You can then go for a nature walk along the lake shores and then relax as you watch the sunset. Lake Bunyonyi (place of little birds) is Africa’s second deepest lake. It is a relatively small but very beautiful and romantic lake with naturally beautiful surroundings. Lake Bunyonyi is surrounded by terraced hills and forests along the shores. 29 small islands are found in the lake with some interesting ones like the punishment island and another that used to be a quarantine Centre for lepers. The lake is free from bilharzia and crocodiles hence excellent for only those who can swim in deep waters. Birders should expect a treat as the lake is a home to over 200 recorded species. Dinner and overnight at Bunyonyi Safari Resort or Bunyonyi Eco Resort Day 2: Canoeing, Island hopping and swimming – Transfer

A mountain gorilla munching on a stick at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Fly-In Safari.

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3 days Uganda Gorilla Fly-In Safari. This safari takes you to Buhoma side of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Kisoro (Rushaga and Nkuringo in the southern part of Bwindi using scheduled flights that land at either Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrips Detailed Itinerary Trip Details Transport Requirements Overview This three day fly in safari is designed for those who have less time and want to trek gorillas in Uganda. It allows you to avoid the long drives from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You will spend one and half hours flying and approximately one and half hours in road transfers from the airstrip (Kihihi) to Buhoma Highlights Day One: Pick up and transfer to Entebbe Airport for your internal flight to Bwindi Day Two: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Day Three: Transfer to Kihihi/Kisoro Airstrip for your internal flight to Entebbe STANDARD: 4X4 SAFARI VAN Our standard mode of transport is by road and we use 4×4 Safari Vans customized for game viewing and photography. Each safari van comes with a professionally trained driver guide and fuel for the whole safari. Our Safari vans have viewing hatches and each client is entitled to a window seat. Our Vans can take up to eight people. We also have 4×4 Super Customs very comfortable and stable on the road. These carry up to 5 people with their luggage. We also have 4×4 RAV 4 for a group of two people UPGRADE: 4X4 LUXURY SAFARI LANDCRUISER We have luxury latest Land cruisers each driven by professionally trained driver guides and fuel. They have pop-up roofs for proper game viewing and photography. They come with a small fridge for cooling your drinking water while on safari (which is always included while IN THE VEHICLE). They have inverters for charging small gadgets such as your smartphones and cameras. They can seat five to a maximum of seven people and each client is guaranteed of a window seat. New Normal Travel Guidelines (SOPs) At Valverde Safaris our core value is to provide you with an authentic safari experience during these new and changing times when the whole world is alert about the ongoing pandemic of the Coronavirus. Valverde Safaris SOPS have been put in place to ensure the wellbeing, safety and health of our clients and as such guidelines and measures have been put in place as we return to the new normal post covid-19. All these are in line with advice, guidelines and procedures for a post covid-19 traveler put in place by WHO, UNWTO, UWA, AUTO, UTB and Civil Aviation. General recommendations for personal hygiene, cough etiquette and keeping a distance of at least one meter from persons showing symptoms remain particularly important for all travelers and even those without symptoms. These include: Perform hand hygiene frequently, particularly after contact with respiratory secretions. Hand hygiene includes either cleaning hands with soap and water or with an alcohol-based hand rub. Alcohol-based hand rubs are preferred and are not easily soiled. All travelers are advised to carry with. Cover your nose and mouth with a flexed elbow or paper tissue when coughing or sneezing and disposing immediately of the tissue and performing hand hygiene; the recommended type of mask is the N95. Refrain from touching mouth, eyes and nose, in general areas of the face. Postponing travel plans in cases of illness, and avoiding contact with people suffering from acute respiratory infections, hence social distance of at least one meter apart and if you are not sure of your health then postpone travel until you feel On arrival at the airport or any entry point Mandatory temperature screening using non-contact infra-red thermometers at the key tourism gates at the Airport. Clients are required to have tested for the Virus prior to travel dates and should carry with medical documents supported by medical evidence and consistent with health best practices. A non-contact system (digital travel) has been introduced at the Airport for clients to check in and out and at visa points, you will be attended to by someone behind a glass shield and they will also wear face masks and protectors to maintain as little contact as possible. It’s now a must for all travel bags to be wrapped in plastic bags for travellers who are checking in at the Airport. Mandatory hand washing / sanitizing at all entrances of the Airport for all travellers and staff. Face masks are a must for all travelers, the recommended mask is an N95. Tours should not exceed more than 4 in a group to maintain social distancing and walk marks in place around the airport. In the vehicle while traveling. Regular communication of safety protocols and responsibilities to clients, and to keep them informed and reminded to stay vigilant while enjoying. Onboard sanitizing tissues and/or fluids to clients (travelers) and staff (driver guides and the like) will be available and we encourage you to use them. Making stops along the way for gas, food, or bathroom breaks can put you and your traveling companions in close contact with other people and surfaces. Hence we will minimize the stops and set designated stopping areas that we prove to be safe for our health and we will encourage a takeaway food system to seating in hotels during stops. We rather encourage picnic eating along the way. Cleaning all surfaces more frequently, using products and disinfectants that meet requirements with special attention to high-touch surfaces like vehicle door knobs, picnic boxes, hand rests, refrigerators, etc. Redesigning all processes towards a more digital and touchless approach in all possible touch-points. Like cashless payment points as money has been found to spread the virus. Reduce the number of objects on board. Limit luggage quantities while traveling to only what is enough for your tour. At the lodge. Encounter Africa Safaris is working with only those lodges that have proven to uphold the health of our clients first and practicing as per the guidelines of WHO as below; Our partner hotels, lodges and restaurants are those

elephant at murchison falls national park

6-Day Uganda Wildlife, Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari

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Our 6 Days Wildlife, Chimpanzee, and Gorilla Trekking safari lets you explore tourist destinations in western and south-western Uganda.

10-Day Uganda Big 5 Safari – Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking

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Embark on a 10-Day Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari – Big 5 Wildlife adventure with Valverde Safaris.

Trek through the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to encounter endangered mountain gorillas, and explore Kibale Forest National Park for unforgettable chimpanzee encounters.

Experience thrilling Big 5 game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, spotting lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos in their natural habitats. Along the way, enjoy scenic landscapes, boat safaris on the Kazinga Channel, and cultural experiences with local communities.

Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and adventure travelers, this safari combines primate trekking, safari game drives, and breathtaking scenery into a single, immersive Ugandan experience.