Unforgettable African Safari & Gorilla Trekking

An extraordinary wildlife journey in search for BIG 5 & Gorillas exclusive to Latitude 33 guests. Upgrade your adventure to Luxury Safari Lodges for a magazine-worthy experience.

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Destination: A safari in Uganda offers travellers the opportunity to discover a land of pristine natural beauty. Described as “the Pearl of Africa” by Winston Churchill, Uganda offers some of Africa’s finest geographical and natural beauty, making it a tourist haven. Home to the greatest concentration of primates on the planet (including half the world’s mountain gorilla population), the source of the mighty River Nile and magnificent all year snowcapped peaks on Rwenzori Mountain, Uganda is an adventure enthusiasts’ paradise. Bird-watchers and big 5 animal lovers alike agree, this country is a true African gem waiting to be discovered.

Expect: Rhino tracking (Zziwa), game drive/safari (Murchison), boat trip/safari (Murchison), and top of the falls’ experience, chimpanzee tracking (Kibale Forest), game drive/safari (Queen), boat trip – Kazinga Channel, game viewing (Ishasha), gorilla trekking (Bwindi).

Bragging Right: Being at the top of Murchison Falls, close encounter with chimps, gorillas firsthand in their natural habitat, being in and touring Uganda – the Pearl of Africa.

Package Inclusions:

Your fly & tour package includes:

Return economy class flights from Sydney to Uganda, Africa
8 night tailored guided tour to Uganda - Big 5 Safari, Gorilla & Chimp Trekking
Handpicked lodge stays in Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park & Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Rhino tracking at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest
Chimp tracking in Kalinzu Forest Reserve
Close encounter with chimps and gorillas firsthand in their natural habitat, being in and touring Uganda – the Pearl of Africa
Multiple game drives. Opportunity to encounter Lions, Warthogs, Hippos & the elusive Leopard
Close range opportunities to see Wildbirds, Zebras, Giraffes, Hippos, Crocodile, Eland, Topi, Antelope, Cape Buffaloes and more
Private boat trip upstream to the Murchison Falls
Private boat trip on the Kazinga Channel
Cultural encounter from the local people of the community
All meals stated & transfers on tour as per itinerary
Ground transportation in a comfortable 4x4 safari car with applicable park entrance, activity fees
Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide
Domestic flight from Bwindi to Entebbe
Gorilla & Chimp trekking permit

**Travel date 05 February 2025 to 13 February 2025

Alternate travel dates can be arranged, price subject to change alternate departure date between 30 April 2024 - 01 December 2025*

Guarantee Departure even for 1 guests!
**Solo traveller from $17499 per person *Guarantee departure for 1 guest

Wish to travel privately?
Private tour available on request. Contact your Latitude 33 Travel Advisor today!

Unique Luxury Safari Lodges package available, please check details on Upgrade section.
Enhance your vacation by indulging in the opulent comforts of Luxury Safari Lodges, immersing yourself in a distinctive travel adventure reminiscent of those featured in travel magazines.

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Unique Luxury Safari Lodges package

Enhance your vacation by indulging in the opulent comforts of Luxury Safari Lodges, immersing yourself in a distinctive travel adventure reminiscent of those featured in travel magazines.

Upgrade to below Unique Luxury Safari Lodges for the package:
Twin share from $28999 per person
Solo traveller from$35999 per person *Guarantee departure for 1 guest

Nile Safari Lodge (2 nights) Exclusive Banda
Include 3 multiple course meals per day, all hote beverages and bar, snacks, house drinks and house, wines, Laundry services, Swimming, Unlimited WIFI and sun downer cruise.

Kyaninga Lodge (1 night) Cottages
Full board inclusive of breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Drinks from the bar charged separately

Kyambura Gorge Lodge (2 nights) Deluxe Banda
Includes: Full board meals, house alcoholic drinks, premium drinks (except French champagne), soft drinks, laundry services, any activities at the lodges, massage and spa treatments (subject to booking and availability)

Bwindi Lodge (2 nights) Deluxe Banda
Includes: Full board meals, house alcoholic drinks, premium drinks (except French champagne), soft drinks, laundry services, any activities at the lodges, massage and spa treatments (subject to booking and availability)

Unique Luxury Safari Lodges package
Enhance your vacation by indulging in the opulent comforts of Luxury Safari Lodges, immersing yourself in a distinctive travel adventure reminiscent of those featured in travel magazines.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Sydney - Entebbe, Uganda
English-speaking Professional Tour Driver-guide will receive and welcome you to Uganda – the Pearl of Africa. Thereafter, you will transfer to the booked accommodation. You will check in and take your rest – recovering from jet lag, adjusting to time difference. #Optional (extra cost): Just in case you are interested in some activity, you may consider; a). excursion to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens to sight a few primates and birds. Otherwise, check in and just take your rest and your exciting wildlife encounter journey begins tomorrow.
Accommodation: Imperial Golf View Hotel
Imperial Gold View Hotel (1 night) - Executive Room

Day 2: Travel to Zziwa for an hour of rhino tracking, then drive to Murchison National Park.

There will be breakfast and then we embark on a transfer to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary – a successful conservation effort that was set to save the near-extinct rhino population in Uganda. Today, visitors to Uganda have a chance We Treasure Your Fond Memory to encounter rhinos thanks to this effort. Once in Zziwa, we will proceed for an hour of on-foot rhino tracking. From the rhino tracking, we will drive off to Masindi where you will have a lunch stop. After lunch, we will embark on the last leg of our journey for today that will see us overnight at the booked accommodation in Murchison NP. *You can decide to do a game drive first and then finally, proceed to the booked accommodation. Otherwise, we can go straight to the accommodation, check in and stay at leisure.

Accommodation: Paraa Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 6-7 hours exclude time in Zziwa.

Paraa Safari Lodge - (2 nights): Deluxe Room

Day 3: Morning game drive. Afternoon (Private) boat trip upstream to the falls.

Have your breakfast, depart for an early morning game drive across the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest National Park and be on the look for wildlife including: lions, leopards (though hard to spot) among others. For any birder, there are quite a number of birds to sight too during the drive. Return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch, you will head out for the boat trip upstream to the Murchison Falls where you will also be able to catch sight of more animals including Hippos and Crocodiles and several water birds. Return to your accommodation and relax.

Accommodation: Paraa Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Drive to the top of the falls. Transfer to the edge of Kibale Forest National Park.

We will have breakfast and then drive to the top of the falls to truly appreciate the beauty and magnificence of the Murchison Falls. From the top, we shall embark on a transfer that will see us overnight at edge of Kibale Forest National Park. The drive is quite long but incredibly scenic – passing through villages, lush green countryside and hills dotted with tea plantations that characterize this part of Uganda. The beautiful scenery will amaze you all the way. Upon arrival at the accommodation, check in and just relax. #Optional (extra cost US$15): If interested, you can proceed for the crater lakes excursion. You will enjoy the beauty of the numerous small lakes, surrounded by gentle hills, and the stunning views all over. Else, just enjoy your rest at the facility.

Accommodation: Primates Lodge| Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 7 hours.

Primates Lodge - (1 night) Luxury Cottage
Included House drink & Laundry

Day 5: Chimp tracking Kibale Forest. Lunch and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Have breakfast and head to the rangers’ post where you will receive some briefing on the dos and don’ts during chimp trekking. Thereafter, you will proceed to trek the chimps in the Kibale Forest. An experienced rangerguide will take you chimp tracking (Kibale Forest) and you will be left amazed by the presence of primates here. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will have a full hour in their presence. You will return to the lodge for lunch and thereafter you will head out for Queen Elizabeth National Park. #Optional (no cost): If interested and time allows, you may go for a brief afternoon-evening game drive/safari.

Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 2-3 hrs.

Mweya Safari Lodge (2 nights) Deluxe Room

Day 6: Morning game drive. (Private) Boat trip - Kazinga Channel and a short game drive.

Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains and be on the look for Cape buffalos, herds of elephants plus lions, leopards (though hard to spot) among others. Return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the trip, the sight of wildlife including giant hippos, elephants and crocodiles among others will fascinate you. You will also see many varieties of birds at the water shores. #If interested, proceed for some game viewing. Otherwise, return to the lodge to take your rest.

Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Drive to Ishasha in search of tree-climbing lions. Proceed to Bwindi.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and then travel to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park – famously known for its resident tree-climbing lions. The chance of spotting these lions is about 70% though sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey). Should you get to spot them, the sight is picturesque and memorable. From Ishasha, you will continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. With a strenuous day ahead, you will do less on arrival but just check in your accommodation, relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the following day.

Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 6 hours.

Buhoma Lodge - (2 nights) Luxury Chalets
Including house drinks and snacks pluse a 30 mis massage included

Day 8: Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Move out for Community, cultural tour.

Have breakfast and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from a ranger guide) on the dos and don’ts during trekking. Thereafter, you will enter the Bwindi Forest for your adventure. The beauty of this rain forest is spectacular! The area offers dramatic steeply forested landscape and is incredibly dense but crisscrossed by numerous animal trails allowing access to tourists. The time taken and the terrain vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. Return to the accommodation and have some rest before moving out for the late afternoon-to-evening local community and cultural encounter. This involves cultural dances from the local people of the community and also participating in some activities e.g. traditional cooking, weaving among others. Return for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Relaxed morning. Domestic flight and return to Entebbe Airport.

Have a relaxed breakfast at the accommodation and thereafter drive to the airfield to catch a domestic flight back to Entebbe Airport. Once in Entebbe, you will connect to your international flight out. Thank you for choosing and travelling with us.

Meals: Breakfast | Drive Time: Approx. 8 hours.

Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions apply: All prices are quoted in Australian dollars, based on per person double occupancy unless stated otherwise, and inclusive of all taxes and discounts. All prices & itineraries are current as at 04 APR 2024 & subject to change without notice. Prices are subject to change due to availability, currency fluctuations, fuel price, and tax increases. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable. All passports, visas, travel permits, and vaccinations are the responsibility of the travelling passenger to secure prior to travel. Airfares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice, based in economy class from SYD and are subject to the carriers' flight schedules and conditions. Please call us for prices from other airports. Travel packages advertised may include multiple products provided by several suppliers to provide a travel itinerary. Each component of the package will be treated independent of each other, and the specific terms & conditions of each product supplier will apply. Hotels may charge resort fees, or a security bond not included or mentioned in this package, payable direct upon check-in.