Zanzibar Beach Extension
Enjoy free time to relax on the beaches and swim, snorkel or dive in the clear, warm waters.
5 days from $2,372 per person
Limited to 6 guests
HIGHLIGHTS
Destinations: Entebbe, Bwindi impenetrable National Park.
Activities: Gorilla trekking, boat ride on Lake Victoria
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Notes on Gorilla tracking
We strongly recommend the following
Bwindi area is located at 1160 – 2607 meters above sea level and is chilly early morning and evening. While trekking, it can rain unexpectedly, hence waterproof clothing is a good essential including zip lock bags for cameras and film. You will also need boots that can cope with some mud
Kindly note that to book Gorilla permits is subject to availability and payment. For cases of lack of availability in a requested Gorilla group, we shall suggest an alternative and communicate any changes in the program.
SPECIAL NOTE
PASSENGER INFORMATION
DAY 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe airport and you will be welcomed by your safari guide. Depending on your time of arrival, you may have an optional city tour of Entebbe town. Entebbe was the colonialists’ administrative center and has many buildings that date over half a century ago. The name Entebbe means “the chair” in Luganda, which is the local language of the area. You may also choose to visit Entebbe botanical gardens or Uganda Wildlife Education centre
Accommodation
Lake Heights Hotel
Meal plan: B,
DAY 2: FLY TO KIHIHI, DRIVE TO BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST
Early in the morning you will be transferred to Entebbe airport for your scheduled flight to Kihihi airstrip On arrival, you shall be received by your safari guide. You will drive through the beautiful Ugandan countryside to the ancient rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. On the way to the mountainous south-western region of Uganda, you will drive through terraced hillsides dotted with traditional settlements. Expect to arrive at our picturesque accommodation on the edge of the forest before lunch. Bwindi impenetrable national park is a magnificent green swathe of dense rainforest and is one of the most biologically diverse areas on earth. It is a habitat for nearly 350 birds’ species, 120 mammals and other insect species. The park is home to the endangered mountain Gorillas.
Accommodation
Haven Lodge
Meal plan: B, L, D
DAY 3: FIRST GORILLA TREKKING IN BWINDI
Begin your gorilla trek in the early morning, and set off into the tangled and mist-shrouded forests with guides and trackers who are very experienced at locating the gorillas by finding the nest the family had used the previous night. The search for these majestic animals goes through thick untamed rainforest, where you’ll be scrambling over mossy rocks and through deep undergrowth and it can be arduous at times, but the encounter is worth the effort. Watching gorillas in their natural habitat is a memory that will last a lifetime. The experienced ranger guides will willingly share with you a lot of information about history and lifestyle of the Gorillas. After spending an hour with the gorillas we head back to the lodge and relax.
Accommodation
Haven Lodge
Meal plan: B, L, D
DAY 4: SECOND GORILLA TREKKING(optional) OR OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES IN BWINDI
Today you may have another fascinating encounter with the gentle giants in their home. You will be assigned a different Gorilla family from the previous one and start the trek after briefing. The second Gorilla trekking presents a new experience in terms of location, route and Gorilla individuals to be encountered. Once again, an experienced and highly knowledgeable guide who will give you information about the Gorilla group to be encountered will lead you.
Alternatively, you may choose to do some of the following activities.
Accommodation
Haven Lodge
Meal plan: B, L, D
DAY 5: FLIGHT TO ENTEBBE AND DEPARTURE
You will relax at the lodge in the morning and enjoy the serene environment. After lunch you will be transferred to Kihihi airstrip for your scheduled departure flight back to Entebbe airport where you will connect to your international departure flight.
Accommodation: x
Meal plan: B, L,
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TERMS OF PAYMENTS
TERMS OF CANCELLATION
Reservations that are cancelled, reduced in length of stay or reduced in numbers are subject to Cancellation fee. Any cancellation of a reservation must be in writing, and shall only be effective upon its receipt and acknowledgment.
The following cancellation fee will be subject to cancelled bookings:
No refund will be given to the following:
We strongly recommend that you secure trip and cancellation insurance.