Gorillas & Volcanoes Safari 6D/5N
6 Days Starting and ending in Entebbe, Uganda
Visiting: Kisoro, Kampala, Entebbe
Tour operator:
Tour code:
27393
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "Gorillas & Volcanoes Safari 6D/5N" in Uganda. This tour offers a unique opportunity to witness endangered gorillas in their natural habitat, climb volcanic mountains for breathtaking views, and capture memorable photos at the Equator. Your journey begins in Entebbe, where you'll be picked up and briefed about the tour. Travel to Kisoro, staying in the historic Travellers Rest Hotel, and experience the thrill of gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Enjoy a variety of activities, from volcano climbing to cultural walks, before returning to Entebbe. This safari includes comfortable accommodations, transport, breakfast, and an English-speaking guide, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Kampala - Kisoro, Uganda
Location: Kisoro
Get picked up and after a stop in Mbarara, continue on through a beautiful landscape nicknamed the "Switzerland of Africa". Head to Kisoro in Southwest Uganda.
Day 2 : Kisoro, Uganda
Location: Kisoro
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on your exciting Gorilla tracking adventure inside the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park! Over half of the endangered population of mountain gorillas inhabit the park.
Day 3 : Kisoro, Uganda
Location: Kisoro
Meals Included: Breakfast
Choose one of many interesting activities in the surroundings of Kisoro, including climbing up volcanoes and enjoying amazing views.
Day 4 : Kisoro - Kampala, Uganda
Location: Kampala
Meals Included: Breakfast
Before ending your journey and returning to Kampala, make a stop at the Equator and stand in two hemispheres.
Day 5: Kisoro - Entebbe, Uganda
Location: Entebbe
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer back to Entebbe via Kampala
Day 6: Entebbe, Uganda
Location: Entebbe
Transfer back to Entebbe
What's Included
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Accommodation
5 Nights in Comfortable Accommodation: 2 nights in Entebbe and 3 nights in Kisoro.
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Transport
Car (open roof, 4WD) with pick-up and drop-off services.
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Meals
5 breakfasts included.
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Activities
Gorilla tracking day.
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Guides
English-speaking driver/guide.
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Extras
Park entrance fees, bottled water, and Gorilla Permit (USD $700 per person).
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Transfers
All transfers as per itinerary.
What's Not Included
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Drinks
Drinks are not included.
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Porters
Porters are not included.
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses are not covered.
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Tips for the guides
Tips for the guides are not included.
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Optional activities in Kisoro
Optional activities in Kisoro are not included.
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Payments: Airport departure tax
Airport departure tax is not included.
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Meals (Lunch and Dinner)
Lunch and dinner are not included, approximately USD $25 each per person per day.
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COVID-19 PCR Test
COVID-19 PCR Test costs $65 per person.
Mode of Transport
Travel in a car with an open roof and 4WD, with pick-up and drop-off services included for a seamless journey through Uganda.
Accommodation
Enjoy 5 nights in comfortable accommodation, with 2 nights in Entebbe and 3 nights in Kisoro at the historic Travellers Rest Hotel, known for its cozy atmosphere and colonial charm.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 5 nights in comfortable accommodation, with 2 nights in Entebbe and 3 nights in Kisoro.
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What is included in the tour price?
The tour price includes accommodation, transport (car with open roof, 4WD), pick-up and drop-off, 5 breakfasts, gorilla tracking day, an English-speaking driver/guide, park entrance fees, bottled water, and a gorilla permit which costs USD $700 per person.
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What activities are available on Day 4 in Kisoro?
On Day 4, you can choose from a variety of activities including a second gorilla tracking, gorilla habituation experience, climbing various volcanoes, bird walks, bicycle rides, cultural village walks, canoeing on Lake Mutanda, golden monkey habituation or tracking, and the Batwa Trail.
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What should I expect during the gorilla tracking day?
On the gorilla tracking day, you will be briefed at 7:45 am and start tracking at 8:30 am. Once you find the gorillas, you can spend up to one hour with them. The walks can take 3 to 9 hours depending on where the gorillas are located, and it is recommended to be physically fit.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?
Yes, additional costs not included in the tour price are drinks, porters, personal expenses, tips for the guides, optional activities in Kisoro, airport departure tax, meals (lunch and dinner) which are approximately USD $25 each per person per day, and a COVID-19 PCR test which costs $65 per person.
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What kind of transport is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transport in a car with an open roof and 4WD. Pick-up and drop-off services are also included.
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What happens on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, if you are departing in the morning, the hotel provides a shuttle to the airport. If you are departing in the evening, you can choose to do activities in Kampala and Entebbe such as a city tour, visiting Ngamba Island for orphaned chimps, the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, Botanical Gardens, or a Mabamba swamp tour.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.