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Go
off the beaten track and
explore
the unknown east and
north
of Uganda. An amazing
safari that combines Uganda's
most
beautiful national parks
with community experiences
and
the finest lodges of the
country. |
Day
1: ARRIVAL
Arrival at Entebbe Airport where you will be welcomed by
a Great Lakes Safaris representative and transferred to
your hotel. Overnight at The Boma (B&B).
Day
2: ENTEBBE - SIPI FALLS
Today we will leave depart to the unknown east. Via Jinja
we proceed to Mbale, a charming town at the foot of the
Mount Elgon. This area is full of rich heritage and fascinating
culture. We will have a lunch stop at Mbale and with beautiful
viewpoints on our way we will reach Sipi Village, nestled
between mountains and waterfalls. Dinner and overnight at
Lacam Lodge.
Day
3: SIPI FALLS
Sipi Falls In the morning you will enjoy a hike to the lovely
Sipi Falls. It is a beautiful walk to the bottom of the
famous waterfall, and then continue with a steep climb to
a series of caves. As you follow the challenging trail to
the other waterfalls, you will pass maize fields, banana
plantations and typical bandas.
Return to the lodge for a delicious lunch and some relaxing.
In the afternoon you will visit a Coffee Project and find
out why Sipi Falls is home to one of the finest coffees
in the world. Talk to the farmers, see the plantations and
learn more about the process behind coffee making. Then
enjoy your freshly brewed cup of coffee as you relax and
watch the sunset... Dinner and overnight at Lacam Lodge.
Note: Want to
experience a real thrill and watch the waterfalls from a
very close distance? Then go abseiling
along the famous Sipi Fall! (available on request)
Day
4: SIPI FALLS - KITGUM
After breakfast we continue our journey and head to the
north. It is a long but beautiful drive as we pass different
types of landscapes and traditional villages. This area
is really off-the-beaten track and not visited by many tourists
yet. You will witness what the many years of civil unrest
have done to this region, but also how it is slowly but
steadily developing again. It is completely safe to travel
and with a lunch stop en route you will arrive in the late
afternoon in Kitgum. Dinner and overnight at Fulgy's Guesthouse.
Day
5: KITGUM - KIDEPO VALLEY NATIONAL PARK
In the morning we will visit a primary school in the surroundings
of Kitgum. Then we continue towards the border with Sudan
and enter Kidepo Valley National Park. Have lunch at your
accommodation in the middle of the national park, with beautiful
views over the vast plains and go for a game drive in the
afternoon for a first introduction with the wildlife. Dinner
and overnight at Nga'moru Wilderness Camp.
Note:
For a supplement you can opt to stay at Apoka
Safari Lodge, a top end safari lodge surrounded
by grassy plains and abundant wildlife. All ten privately
situated cottages have an individual veranda and outdoor
stone bathtub overlooking the valley. The main lodge offers
a dining room, lounge with views on the nearby waterhole
and a swimming pool.
Day
6: KIDEPO VALLEY NATIONAL PARK
A full day in one of the most beautiful and certainly most
remote national parks in Uganda! Early in the morning you
will explore the Narus River Valley by game drive or safari
walk. Go in search of giraffes, ostriches, zebras, elephants
and lions. The park is also a birders paradise as it boasts
a bird list with over 475 species. Have lunch and relax
before going on a visit to one of the local Karamojong communities.
The Karamojong tribe is well known for their unique nomadic
lifestyle and rich traditions of storytelling. Dinner and
overnight at Nga'moru Wilderness Camp.
Day
7: KIDEPO VALLEY - MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
Today we head south to Murchison Falls National Park. We
will enter the park from the north and with a game drive
continue south towards the famous river Nile. Look out for
buffaloes, hartebeests, Uganda Kobs and elephants while
we pass the savannah dotted with Borassus palm trees. Dinner
and overnight at Paraa Safari Lodge.
Note:
For a supplement you can opt to stay at Chobe
Safari Lodge, a recently opened safari lodge
in the northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. The
lodge features comfortable guest rooms and luxury safari
tents located at the shores of the river Nile. Apart from
a dining room, adjacent bar and terrace there is a three
tiered cascading swimming pool with spectacular views of
the Nile.
Day
8: MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
After an early breakfast we start the day with another game
drive on the northern bank of the Nile. In the afternoon
the safari will be continued with a boat cruise on the river
Nile for game viewing at close quarters. Dinner and overnight
at Paraa Safari Lodge.
Day
9: MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
In the morning we will visit the magnificent Top of the
Falls where you can marvel at the mighty Nile. Watch how
the fall is being forced into a seven meter crevice to thunder
45 meters below in a series of cascades. After this spectacular
scenery we continue to the southern part of the national
park, Budongo Forest Reserve. Here you will go for a guided
chimp tracking in the forest. Together with your guide you
will look out for tracks well hidden in the forest in search
of the habituated chimpanzee family. Dinner and overnight
at Budongo Eco Lodge.
Day
10: MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK - JINJA
After a delicious breakfast in the midst of the tropical
rainforest we calmly depart the national park and drive
towards the south. En route we can make a stop at Ziwa
Rhino Sanctuary, home to the only wild rhinos
in Uganda. The reserve was created to reintroduce rhinos
to the country which have been extinct since 1982. Together
with a guide you will track the rhinos and observe them
in their habitat at a very close and safe distance. After
this activity continue to Jinja for overnight at the Source
of the Nile. Dinner and overnight at The Haven - Honeymoon
Bungalow.
Note:
For a supplement you can opt to stay at Wildwaters
Lodge. This lodge is nestled in luxuriant
rainforest on its own private island and located only 30
minutes from Jinja. The ten rooms are situated amidst the
forest with king size beds, private decks with free-standing
baths and breathtaking views over the River Nile and its
rapids. Elevated wooden walkways link the rooms to the restaurant,
bar area and adjacent natural swimming pool. A FREE
Spa Treatment is included in this offer when
upgrading to Wildwaters Lodge.
Day
11: JINJA
No better way than to end your safari at the banks of the
river Nile! You can spend the day at your own leisure and
read a book, relax at the natural pool or enjoy the breathtaking
views of the Nile. Those who wish to experience some adventure
can decide to go rafting the Source of the Nile. After receiving
instructions, you will start peddling and enjoy the beautiful
scenery and thundering rapids at its fullest! Other optional
activities include the Wild Nile Jet, bungee jumping, quadbike
safari, horseback riding along the Nile, village walk or
a visit to the true origin of the Nile. Dinner and overnight
at The Haven - Honeymoon Bungalow.
Day
12: DEPARTURE
Enriched with an experience of a lifetime and unforgettable
memories you will say goodbye to the Pearl of Africa. In
time you will be transferred to Entebbe Airport for your
international flight.
This
safari supports Eco-Tourism in Uganda. The included accommodations
have been carefully selected, based on their contribution
to sustainable tourism. Your stay will directly benefit
the local communities and conservation projects. The funds
from the tracking permits are used for the protection of
the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees that are living in
Uganda's rainforests.
SPECIAL
OFFER
from USD $ 4590 to USD $ 4190 per person
receive
a discount of USD $400 per person!
**
Gorilla Safari Extensions are available on request **
Departure:
every day
Particpants: min. 2 people
Included in the price: airport transfers,
ground transport per private 4WD safari vehicle, English
speaking driver/guide, accommodation as described in the
itinerary based on a double room sharing, meals, bottled
mineral water in the vehicle, entrance and ranger fees for
the national parks, activities as mentioned in the program,
permit for chimp tracking in Budongo Forest, rhino tracking
at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Not included in the price: international
flight, visa, optional activities in Jinja, meals and drinks
not mentioned in the itinerary, items of personal nature,
tips.
Note:
This special offer is valid for safaris taking place between
1 April - 31 May and 1 October - 30 November 2012.
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