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12 Days Uganda Birds Safari

  • 12 Days
  • Kampala, Mabamba Swamp, Murchison falls, Kibale Forest, Fort Portal, Kazinga Chanel, Bwindi Impenetrable, Entebe.
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Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Kampala

    Upon arrival at the Airport, you are met with our representative and transfer to your hotel Meal plan: BB- Bed and Breakfast is only included. Overnight at Lake Heights Hotel – BB Overnight at Forest Cottages – BB

  2. Day 2

    Mabamba Swamp

    Early breakfast and transfer to Mabamba Swamp, a large and accessible wetland on the shores of Lake Victoria. This is one of the best places to see the Shoebill Stork. In the afternoon we visit the BotanicalGardens in Entebbe to see many beautiful bird species. Meals and overnight at Nanjing Hotel

  3. Day 3

    Murchison Falls

    Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park. Birding in Kaniyo Pabidi (Budongo Forest) in the afternoon. Afterwards we proceed to Murchison falls and spend the night on the shores of the Nile. Murchison Falls is one of the most beautiful national parks of Uganda. One of the main attractions is the Nile, with the spectacular Murchison Falls, where the whole Nile is forced through a narrow gorge and falls 60 meters. Expect to see elephants, giraffes, lions, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes and maybe leopards. Meals and overnight at Pakuba Lodge

  4. Day 4

    Murchison Falls

    Early game drive in the morning to see the large animals of Africa and also for birding. In the afternoon we make a boat trip on the Victoria Nile up to the bottom of the falls. The boat is an ideal platform to make photos of the birds. Meals and overnight at Pakuba Lodge

  5. Day 5

    Murchison Falls

    Early transfer to Budongo forest. Birding through the jungle. In the afternoon we drive to Hoima Town were we spend the night. Budongo Forest is also home of many butterflies and chimpanzees. Meals and overnight atHoima Cultural Lodge

  6. Day 6

    Kibale Forest

    After breakfast we drive to Kibale Forest. You can make a walk through the forest around the lodge in the afternoon. It is also possible to make a night walk through the forest to see the animals of the night, like bush babies (both activities optional). Kibale Forest is a spectacular jungle, with 13 primate species! Including chimps, baboons, black and white colobus, red colobus, grey cheeked mangabey and L’Hoest monkey. Meals and overnight at Kibale Guest Cottages

  7. Day 7

    Kibale Forest

    Chimpanzee tracking in the morning or in the afternoon. Birding in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. It is also possible to visit the local people or the crater lakes (optional). Meals and overnight at Kibale Guest Cottages

  8. Day 8

    Fort Portal

    Birding in Kibale Forest and the area around it. Later transfer to fort portal for an overnight. Meals and overnight at Rwenzori View Guest House

  9. Day 9

    Kazinga Channel – Bwindi Impenetrable

    Drive to Kazinga Channel for a boat trip and birding on the lake. Later drive to Bwindi for overnight Bwindi Impenetrable is a unique jungle, with many monkey species. Bwindi is one of the 2 places in the world where you can find Mountain Gorillas! Meals and overnight at Buhoma Community Rest Camp

  10. Day 10

    Bwindi Impenetrable

    Gorilla tracking!! Birding in the afternoon in Buhoma tracking area if time allows. (Bwindi National Park). Meals and overnight at Buhoma Community Rest Camp

  11. Day 11

    Bwindi Impenetrable

    Birding through the Neck area of Bwindi. In the afternoon drive to Ruhija (Mubwindi swamp) for birding. Later drive to your accommodation Meals and overnight at Gorilla Mist Camp

  12. Day 12

    Entebbe airport

    After breakfast, You will transfer to the airport

Inclusions and exclusions

Price includes

  • Personalised itinerary
  • Accommodation during the safari
  • Ground transportation using special safari
  • English speaking driver/guide.
  • Unlimited Game drives as Indicated on the Itinerary
  • Park entrance fees
  • Meet-and-greet services
  • Mineral water during safari days
  • Gorilla Tracking permit

Price excludes

  • Visas
  • Inoculations
  • Personal insurance
  • Airport taxes
  • Tips
  • Laundry and other personal expenses
  • Easter Supplements – Per person – $180.00
  • Christmas and New Yea Eve Supplements – Per person – $250.00
Practical notes, tipping and booking terms

Tipping guidelines

It is habitual to tip your safari driver-guide. Tips are paid at the end of the safari and are given to your guide, below are just a guideline for tipping:-

  • We suggest $20.00 per person in the vehicle per day for driver-guide during safari days
  • $3.00 per group for porters/waitress upon checking in and when checking out.

General Terms and Conditions

Holiday Surcharge

A supplement of US $ 50.00 per person per day will apply to all bookings on the 24th, 25th, 26th and 31st December and 1st January except Zanzibar accommodation

A supplement of US $ 45.00 per person per day will apply to all bookings between Easter Friday and Easter Monday (for all 4 days) as Easter holiday surcharge

Validity of Prices

Prices are valid for the periods shown but are subject to change without notice in the event of Government action, i.e. increase in hotel tax or VAT, or to increase if prices are significantly affected by other circumstances beyond our control. Prices are based on exchange rates prevailing at the time of publication and may alter should any major variation in exchange rates occur.

Payment

We do accept payment via bank transfer and credit cards. Please note that sender collects all charges. Kindly always send remittance of payments /payments proof including booking reference # after completion of transaction for our records. When paying through credit card surcharge of 5% will apply.

Prices Include

Prices quoted for safaris generally include transport as per the itinerary, airport transfers, game drives, flying doctor membership where appropriate and charged separate at price of $30.00 per person , full board accommodation, picnic/extra lunches where stated, scheduled charter flights where mentioned, Mineral water and park entrance fees.

Prices Exclude: Itinerary prices generally exclude international flights, visa costs, optional excursions, personal insurance (medical or other), drinks, tips, phone calls, laundry and any items of a personal nature.

Children Policy

Children between the age of 3 and 12years

  • Pays 60% of the adult rate if sharing a room with two adults
  • Pays 80% of the adult rate if sharing a room with another child
  • Pays 100% of the adult rates if sharing a room with one adult
  • No discount on Holiday and other supplements

Reservations, Payment and Deposits

When Destination Specialists accepts your booking, the date of the confirmation invoice activates the terms and conditions of the contract. Confirmation of services is subject to payment of a 50% of the total invoiced amount to secure space. The balance is to be paid not later than 60 days prior to commencement of the services. When bookings are made within 30 days prior to the departure date, full payment is required immediately on written confirmation.

Cancellation Policy

Should you wish to cancel your confirmed booking, you must advise the company in writing. Reservations that are cancelled, reduced in length of stay or reduced in numbers (hereinafter collectively called a CANCELLATION) are subject to Cancellation and No Show fees if cancelled within 44 days of the arrival date:

  • 150 days to 90 days prior to arrival: 25%
  • 89 days to 45 days prior to arrival: 50%
  • 44 days to 01 days prior to arrival: 100%

Full details are on our Booking Policy page.

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