Jambo, welcome to Kenya! On arrival, you will be met by a Camptrek representative and driven to your hotel situated on the outskirts or at the heart of the city. If you arrive early enough today, perhaps head out and explore the National Museum of Kenya, the Karen Blixen, the David Sheldrick, and the highly recommended Carnivore restaurant for your lunch and the famous Giraffe Centre then head back to your hotel.
ACCOMMODATION:IBIS STYLE NAIROBI (1 NIGHT)OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:Karen BlixenGiraffe Sanctuary Carnivore Restaurant Jeep/Minivan/Bus Hire David Sheldrick | ACCOMMODATION TYPE:Luxury Eka HotelSemi Luxury Kenya Comfort Hotel Budget Air Bnbs MEALS INCLUDED:There are no meals included today |
Today after breakfast you will leave Kenya behind and fly from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport JKIA, to Uganda’s capital city, Kampala or Entebbe (approximately 2 hours). Winston Churchill nicknamed Uganda as the Pearl of Africa presumably basing his opinion on the country’s great natural beauty and where the East African savannah meets the West African jungle. With a population of over 30 million, Uganda is a country of great cultural diversity and is one of the five countries that make up the East African Community. As today is a long travel day, shake off the short journey with the option of a visit to Kampala town and experience this dynamic city.
After the Breakfast which will be served at the hotel, you will get into your tour vans/ jeeps and travel to Kalinzu Forest National Park (approximately 7 hours). Stop at Mbarara Township and sample a local lunch of locally produced crops then after lunch drive through the breathtaking Equatorial locations of the island of lake Victoria, the highlands of the Mbarara region and to the outskirts of the Ankole tribe region arriving at the Kalinzu forest in the evening. Some of its inhabitants include Chimpanzees, Black and white Colobus, baboon, Red-tailed monkey, waterbuck, Giant forest hog, and elephants. On arrival, check in at your Kalinzu Hotel Lodge and perhaps stretch your legs and explore your surroundings with the rest of the group.
This morning after a light breakfast, take an optional guided tour of the chimpanzees at the Kalinzu forest or enjoy the sounds of the forest from the comfort of your tent. Chimpanzees are known to be more closely related to humans than any other living creature, the chimpanzees are a delight to watch as they squabble and play in fruiting trees. Later after the walk into this equatorial forest, walk back to the camp and enjoy your early lunch (brunch) before proceeding to Queen Elizabeth National Park. There’s an option to take a 2hour boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, well-known for pelicans, eagles and other wonderful birdlife, as well as its healthy population of hippos before proceeding to your camp.
Today after breakfast , drive out of the Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kisoro (approximately 7 hours) the southwest tip of Uganda , where the border touches Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, you’ll be based in Kisoro, which provides access to several different Gorilla groups located in Mgahinga, Nkuringo, Rushaga and Nshongi. On your way out, you will have a short game drive, cross your fingers and look out for elephants, buffaloes, Ugandan kobs and waterbucks.
Today after a heavy breakfast, you will be joined by local guides and trackers who will climb you through the rugged mountain terrain of Bwindi National Park to encounter these rare animals. You need to be prepared and fit enough to walk up to 4 hours in this rugged terrain. You can usually take selfies with this mountain gorillas because you can usually get very close to them, they are known to be calm and gentle when silence is observed, watching them feeding and the young ones play is like seeing a mirror image of yourself. A group of 8 per family visit is what is allowed by the park management to reduce the danger of diseases and disturbance. Tracking gorillas in the dense forest can sometimes be wet, muddy and uncomfortable. Be mesmerised as you watch them eat, sleep, groom and play – the giant silverback surveying the scene as the smaller one’s laze in the trees or play like children. Your visit with the gorillas will last one unforgettable hour.
Today spend your free day in the area around Kisoro and take up various activities offered like the rainforest hikes to see monkeys, nature walks, join a hike up Mt Sabinyo – or perhaps make a visit to the Batwa community, indigenous to the Great Lakes Region and found throughout Burundi, Rwanda, Uganda and the eastern region of the Congo.
Today after breakfast, leave behind the lands of the Gorilla and travel towards the capital Kampala and make a stop-over in Mbarara for the night (approximately 5hours ). On arrival this afternoon there’s not a great deal to do here, perhaps it’s a great opportunity to spend the afternoon by the poolside reading your book or writing your journal about the great experience with the gorillas, or listening to music or even to have a leisurely look around the town and interacting with the locals at a local bar.
Today after an early breakfast, drive to Kampala (approximately 5 hours) with picnic lunch. Stop at the equator for lunch and some African souvenirs then later proceed to Kampala for your scheduled flight at Entebbe or Kampala airport.
NB: YOUR TRIP ENDS HERE IN KAMPALA OR ENTEBBE MINIMUM SAFARI REQUIREMENTS |
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What you need to bring will vary according to the trip style you have chosen, the countries you are visiting and when you are travelling. Generally speaking, we recommend you pack as lightly as possible and make sure that you are able to carry and lift your own luggage, and walk with it for short distances. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps. You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc for day trips. Below are some ideas and helpful tips on what you specifically need for this trip.
ESSENTIALS: Please keep your luggage to a minimum. One small soft-sided bag plus a day pack (no more than 15-20kgs in total per person) is essential.We recommend against bringing hard/externally framed suitcases as they are difficult to store and can damage equipment and other travellers' belongings. If your trip is beginning and ending at the same location, excess luggage can usually be stored at your arrival/departure hotel and can be collected after your trip. VALUABLES:Please try to avoid bringing unnecessary valuables, and use your hotel safe. It’s also a good idea to purchase a money belt or pouch that is easily hidden. We strongly recommend that you photocopy all important documents e.g. air tickets, passport, vaccination certificate, etc. and keep the copies separate from the originals. While not valid, a photocopy makes it very much easier to obtain replacements if necessary. BATTERIES/POWER: Our trips have access to power to recharge batteries for phones and cameras every couple of days. We always recommend that you carry an extra battery or powerbank just in case. CONSERVATIVE DRESS FOR WOMEN:In many parts of Africa women travelers should dress modestly as there is a wide range of cultural differences. Wear skirts or shorts that reach just above the knee and tops that cover shoulders at a minimum. If visiting coastal areas wear a cover-up when you step off the beaches. |
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