Uganda Safari Africa

Bunyonyi Safaris Resort

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Bunyonyi Safaris Resort offers modern accommodation facilities in a countryside setting. Locally owned and operated, the resort gives you an opportunity to enjoy the local Ugandan life while enjoying the comfort of modern amenities.

BSR is located close to the gorilla parks in Rwanda and Uganda. It is located about 430kms from Kampala and about 127km from Kigali in Rwanda. From Kampala, the interesting drive through lush countryside takes about 6 hours. From Kigali in Rwanda, it takes less than 2 hours.

Accommodation is in form of cottages 12 bed occupancy and a main hotel complex with 92 bed occupancy and 2 luxury suites. All rooms are fully furnished and self contained. BSR can comfortably accommodate more than 100 people on sharing basis.

Our cuisine is mostly African. We use organically grown fresh vegetables and fruits from the village. Our specialty is Cray fish from Lake Bunyonyi; however the chef can prepare most international dishes. Dinner is served at a campfire by the lake side. A local harpist is normally available to entertain you with local Rukiga ballads.

A walk to the hill top above BSR will take you to our huge outdoor conference hall. The scenery here is breathtaking. You will get a bird’s eye view of the lake on a backdrop of the Muhavura volcanoes in the background. The terraced hills, the homesteads and the people as they work in their gardens are scenes you will enjoy at this vantage point. The hall has a bar, pool table, music and television. It is an ideal place for social gatherings, parties and recreation.

BSR is an ideal place for family get together gatherings, corporate retreats, team building and other group meetings. It takes you from the hassle and bustles of the city and yet gives you the comfort and convenience of a modern accommodation facility.

Activities at Bunyonyi Safaris Resort
We offer a number of activities at the resort in order to keep our clients busy and informed of the area they are visiting, these include: Hiking, Nature Walks, Mountain Biking, Boat Ride, Canoeing, Bird watching, Visiting the Pygmies, Games (pool table, volley ball, Table tennis and wood ball), Team building activities, Volunteerism and community tourism activities.

Facilities
We have got a number of facilities at the resort to help keep our clients entertained as they stay with us, these include: Fully furnished and self contained cottages, Luxury suites and Deluxe rooms accommodating more than 80 people per night sharing, DSTV Services open to all, intercom in all rooms, Well stocked Bar with Music and DSTV (Hilltop), Movies on LCD Screens, Projector, Conference Facilities for large and small groups of people, fully furnished Gym.

Lake Mburo National Park

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With just 250 sq kilometers, the national park will certainly leave you marveled and inspired! The Lake Mburo National Park is just 3 and a half hours drive from the capital Kampala, but worth this thrilling trip when one considers that scarcities like Shoebill stork as well as the White-winged warbler which are inhabited in this area and are readily seen. If this is insufficient to get you fascinated, think that Lake Mburo National Park is habitat to approximately 313 different bird species and the famous big five as well as many others!

Lake Mburo National Park’s terrain is complex and varied consisting of dry hillsides, lakes, rocky outcrops, swamps, bush thickets plus open savanna woodlands.

Where to Stay ?

Mihingo Lodge

Mihingo Lodge is situated in southern Uganda along the eastern border of the impressive Lake Mburo National Park. The luxurious lodge has a beautiful pool that extends to the horizon; below the pool is a water-whole that offers wonderful game viewing opportunities. The sights of the verdant valley below, the distant Lake Mburo plus the splendid sunsets are worth experiencing.

Mgahinga National Park

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Mgahinga National Park is situated in the southwestern Uganda, just on Uganda’s border with the adjacent Rwanda. It is part of the well-known Virunga Volcano ecosystem which also extends to Rwanda and the D.R.C. This volcanic region holds half of the enduring mountain gorillas in the world, with the remaining other half in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

It is actually the smallest of all Uganda’s national parks covering an expanse of 33 square kilometers but it is home to a great population of birds, plants as well as animals. The mountain gorillas continually move among the 3 countries so they actually do not stay here all through the year. on the other hand, the Nyakagezi group which is habituated is frequently seen in the region and certainly makes for a memorable “Gorillas in the Mist” occurrence.

Mgahinga basically comprises of steamy rainforests at the foot of volcanoes. The terrain is green and abundant with bamboo plus mosses, which are a much preferred food for the gorillas, plus dripping leaves as well as damp bark. The volcanoes are attractive and offer a remarkable background to one of the most magical nature’s gifts.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

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Uganda not only offers gorilla and chimpanzee tours. You can enjoy a wonderful East African Safari in any of the game parks scattered in the country. Among them all, Queen Elizabeth National Park is perhaps the finest with a great array of African Wildlife and is very accessible right in Uganda’s western corner. Actually it is adjacent to Kibale Forest, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest as well as the Virunga Volcanoes hence can be entailed within a gorilla safari and chimp tracking.

The park is situated at the bottom of the Mountain Rwenzori ranges and many of the adjacent tourist camps offer breath taking sights. It can be accessed in just 5 hours drive from Kampala.

Queen Elizabeth National Park prides in a series of wildlife among which are elephant, lion, leopard, antelope such as the national Ugandan kob. The park is also habitat to more than 600 species of birds – with a quarter of the total birdlife in Africa! It covers an expanse of close to 2000 square kilometers with undulating hills plus savannah plains, green rainforest, Kazinga Channel as well as crater lakes. This 32km long water-body connects Lake Edward with Lake George and fills to the rim with hippos plus crocodiles. Watching at these animals from a thrilling sundowner boat cruise on the channel is such a memorable yet exciting experience.

The park is extensive and the majority of tourists opt to stay within and about the Mweya Peninsula village. It is located on a grand waterfront at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains and provides enormous game viewing. For those interested in getting off the beaten-track, the renowned Ishasha Sector is isolated, rugged and ready with its impressive tree-climbing lions. And you may continue to the stunning Lake Mburo National Park which is actually halfway between Queen Elizabeth and the capital Kampala.

Where to stay ?

Mweya Safari Lodge

Mweya Safari Lodge is situated in the middle of Queen Elizabeth National Park west in Uganda! It lies on the spectacular Mweya peninsula that overlooks the impressive Kazinga channel plus lake Edward. There is a luminous pool to unwind through the day plus a bar from which you can get a chilled cocktail. Dine at the splendid Kazinga restaurant and also enjoy a variety of their wonderful drinks, or have a snack at Tembi Safari Bar.

Jacana Safari Lodge

Jacana Safari Lodge overlooks the Crater Lake within Queen Elizabeth National Park found in western Uganda. it is an eco-friendly lodge which has much protected the environment as it was built with majorly local materials. Enjoy a tan by the pool side in the day or dip in the warm water. The comfy Virunga Lounge has a fireplace and is a very welcoming place just as the sauna and steam bath.

Ishasha Wilderness Camp

Ishasha Wilderness Camp is situated in the Ishasha region of Queen Elizabeth National Park along the banks of River Ntungwe. This isolated southern area of the park is best for those who aim at reaching the center of this bush-land. Because it is the only top-notch accommodation in the area, the camp offers very outstanding and luxurious retreats. It has a swimming pool overlooking the river and chairs on which you can enjoy a tan.

Kampala City

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Perhaps Kampala holds the biggest human population in Uganda of about 1.2 million and conveys a special charm not common in majority of the capital cities. Unlike majority of the African cities that are full of commotion, this is less wild in Kampala so you can always have time to relax.

It is very exciting to move about the streets in Kampala which have very colorful and attractive markets that deal in a variety of fruits, livestock plus vegetables that result into excitement and a disharmony of noise. There are several bars, nightclubs shopping malls, restaurants and theatres. The nightlife is so vibrant with numerous locals moving from one joint to another dancing all through the night.

In addition, Kampala is very safe as compared to the African standards and is among the few African cities where can enjoy a length city trek instead of taking a taxi. Kampala is located at a 1220 meter altitude and was name from luganda phrase that says “Kasozi k’empala” which is translated as the “hill of Impala” – an antelope species. It experiences average temperatures which don’t usually exceed 30°C making this wonderful Kampala city an ideal all-year round tourist destination.

The city is located only 34 kilometers north from the Entebbe International Airport so it is very possible to spend a night in the city at the start or finish of any Uganda Safari. Several travelers opt to stay in the city centre and pleasure in its sights & sounds, while others prefer to stay in the suburbs yet still others rather being near Entebbe by the Shores of the legendary Lake Victoria. You can alternatively journey 90km east of the capital Kampala to Jinja to enjoy White Water Rafting on the great river Nile. So Kampala should not just be looked at as a stopover as it has quite a lot offer you.

Where to stay ?

Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel is located in the heart of Uganda’s capital city-Kampala, only 40 minutes drive from the international airport at Entebbe. It is a breathtaking place from the Serena group which has changed the former sixty five room government-managed hotel into a first-class place with countless facilities. Enjoy a walk in the seventeen acres of green gardens, dine as well as wine in any of the 3 restaurants offering an array of cuisine and at the poolside or at the “Mist Bar” quench your thirst with a chilled drink. You can also enjoy a relaxing treat in the Spa facility.

Bwindi National Park

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Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is an impressive national park located in western Uganda at the border of Rwanda and D.R.C. it is composed of an old and large stretch of green rainforest which extends over 330 square kilometers and ascends from 1100 meters to 2400 meters. The green trees plus plants drip with moisture and are a habitat to numerous birds, primates and butterflies to mention just a few.

The highlight of any Bwindi Safari is the opportunity to come face to face with the tranquil mountain gorillas that dwell in this forest. The excursion is quite challenging and involves ascending and descending the muddy moist trails. However, when you finally meet these peaceful giants, you will be marveled by this wonderful encounter given that they share 97% of their DNA with humans.

There are also several chimpanzees living in this forest so this is another wonderful opportunity to track these closest relatives of ours on any of our guided tours. Bwindi is very unique because it is the only existing African Forest in which gorillas and chimpanzees co-exist. Actually it does offer incredible experiences with the two primates.

Where to stay?

Gorilla Forest Camp

Gorilla Forest Camp is an enduring luxurious tented camp located in the mist enveloped rainforests on the mountain slopes in the middle of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The private location which is the only such property within the parks perimeters give the Gorilla Forest Camp the rank of standing as the perfect base to enjoy gorilla tracking, birding and primate viewing in the park. The Gorilla Forest Camp was designed to match well with most of the surrounding environment, cautiously pre-arranged towards the frightening misty valleys, the forested mountains and safe guard the delicate eco-system.

The Engagi Lodge

The Engagi Lodge – Bwindi is a comfortable lodge neighboring the renowned Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda’s southwestern region. The setting is very beautiful on the rim of the forest with spectacular views and sounds of gorillas, birds, plants and chimpanzees. The chief lodge building is separated into three parts: a restaurant, a vast wooden verandah with different viewing platforms and a ‘rock’.

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

Here in these high mountains the most evident attraction yet adjacent to the dense forest are the Mountain Gorilla which reside in this forest. You may have purposely come to see the gorilla nut you will be astonished by a beautiful lodge that will compete for your attention; Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge. It is a new community supporting as well as eco-friendly lodge on the rim of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.

Bwindi Lodge

Bwindi Lodge is a very eco-friendly lodge that looks into the internationally renowned Bwindi Impenetrable Forest found in Uganda’s south western region. Similar to most volcano lodges, it was well designed to serve in unison with the environment and the local communities. Water consumption plus disposal of waste are minimized and the place runs on solar powers in place of generators. The setting is very beautiful at the rim of the forest and its array of wildlife includes birds, gorillas, various plants and chimpanzees.

Kibale Forest National Park

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Situated on the far western end just beneath the splendid Rwenzori Mountain Ranges is Kibale Forest. It is comprised of a green tree canopy, marshlands plus lakes that serve as a home to13 different primate species, a wealth of butterflies, close to 60 mammal species among which are elephants and a prolific plant-life. The forest has an incredible bio-diversity.

Kibale forest is among the finest destinations you can enjoy chimpanzee tracking in the world, with close to 500 chimpanzees scattered in the park. Chimp tours are conducted twice daily in the company of an experienced guide who will gladly lead you through the green rainforest in search for these ‘cousins’ to humans. However, finding these chimps will be after a long tiresome walk on the muddy. On finding them the chase will continue as they will often jump from one tree-top to another.

Chimpanzees have 98% of the human DNA and are today our closest relatives so in their eyes you will appear like long gone friends. It is quite marveling how these animals much resemble our genetic and physical make up. Coming face-to –face with them is very mesmerizing!

Where to Stay

Ndali Lodge

The lodge comprises of eight strategically positioned bandas that offer spectacular views of the adjacent lake and the distant great Mountain Rwenzori. Each of the bandas contains and inside bathroom plus a private balcony on which you can marvel at the neighboring scenery. It has a wonderful dining area in which you will enjoy first-class scrumptious cuisines carefully prepared by skilled local chefs, and further more is an elegant longue on which you can always unwind at the end of the day.

Uganda Sports and Athletics Tour

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BSR SPORTS AND ATHLETICS

Day 1 arrival and familiarization

7 00am:

Set off from Kampala to Kabale breaking at the Equator to take some photographs. Continue to the highlands of Kigezi to your accommodation – Bunyonyi Safaris Resort. Lunch and dinner at the hotel, plus Karaoke at the major bar in the night

Day 2 Marathon and Local Dances

8 00am:

Enjoy a marathon in the morning along the renowned circuit that looks out into the lake high on the islands. One of our guides will brief you about the circuit as you start. The circuit will take you along the various village paths not accessed by vehicles, past farmhouses and gardens owned by the local residents. In the evening enjoy goat roasting with entertainment by our very own local dance group up on the hilltop.

Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner plus evening tea.

Day 3 Boat Ride and Football

9 00 am:

Have breakfast at the airy roof terrace that overlooks the lake as you consume the beautiful scenery. Have a boat ride in groups of 8 on Lake Bunyonyi so that you can pleasure in nature walks on some of the twenty nine islands on the lake. Have lunch on either Bushara Island or Kyahungye Island. Join in an afternoon football match with the resident youths. Donate stationery, t-shirt and balls to the football team to develop the community. Back at the hotel; enjoy a night disco at the chief hotel bar area.

Day 4: Departure-Kampala

7 30 am:

Have breakfast at the airy roof terrace and then drive back to Kampala, breaking at Igongo cultural museum.

Cost USD: 321 depending on a group of 25, per individual in a single room

Cost USD: 267 depending on a group of 25, per individual sharing a double or twin

Cost includes: meals at the BSR only, Full Board Accommodation, boat ride plus other activities talked about above, 2 Mineral water bottles per individual while on the road.

Cost excludes: personal items and all meals plus refreshments except those mentioned in the itinerary.

USD 936: for transport to and fro Kampala as per a 28 seat coaster with enough fuel plus a skilled Driver for four days.

NOTE: Basing on your available time, we can add or decrease the number of days to suit your needs.

Uganda Tour 14 days

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14 DAYS UGANDA TOUR:

Begin: Kigali, Rwanda. End Entebbe, Uganda.

Lake Bunyonyi, gorilla tracking, QElizabeth NP, Kibale NP, Murchison FNP, Jinja, Kampala.

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali & Leisure at Lake Bunyonyi.

On arrival, depart from Kigali Airport by a private vehicle to our wonderful lodge along the shores of the spectacular Lake Bunyonyi. You will enjoy a guided village walk to the hilltop bar to pleasure in the breathtaking sights of the lake plus the adjacent hills. Later proceed uphill to view sights of the splendid sunset if the weather is clear. Enjoy a canoe or boat ride to the various islands; alternatively engage in fishing by acquiring one of the fish rods available to visitors for hire, or cycle around the peaceful village. You can swim in the beautiful lake, however, thermal shock cases have been reported so you do it at your own risk. You can also watch the prolific bird life.

Slumber at Bunyonyi Safaris Resort (FB)

Distance from Kigali to Bunyonyi Safaris Resort (BSR): approx 100km

Time spent clearing at the border: Approx: 1hr

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Gorilla tracking & Hiking in the forest.

5 30am: Breakfast.

6 00am: Depart for Bwindi Park for an update by the park ranger-guides.

8:00am: Begin gorilla tracking. This may run from 2 hours to over 8 hours with a picnic lunch in the forest

Return to Bunyonyi Safaris Resort for the night. If the weather is good, you will enjoy dinner by the lakeside with a lit campfire. You will be entertained by our local harpist with sounds of the local harp music.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner.

Distance: Approx: 50km on rough road.

Time in transit: 1hrs 30min approx.

Day 3: Canoe Trekking, Bird Watching & Hiking at Lake Bunyonyi

9 00 am: Enjoy breakfast at the roof terrace that overlooks the picturesque tranquil lake.

10 30am:

Set out for a whole day’s canoe trek as well as bird watching on the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, traversing to the gorgeous Kyabahinga peninsula. Here you will be gladly welcomed with songs plus dances by the resident school children. You will enjoy with the locals at least a cup of “Obushera” which is a local brew. You will ascend the Kyabahinga slopes having a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the birdlife and the verdant terrain. The view is very breathtaking! The guide will certainly brief you about the history of the area. Among the bird species you will see are the Dusky Tutle Dove, the Handsome Francolin and Alpine Chat. A renown herbalist who is a tradition healer -Omugurusi Jeremiah, based on the hill top will disclose to you some of the secretes about the flora on the tropical highland. You will then continue to the African Explorer Cultural Village which sits 2300m beyond sea level. Have lunch with the family of Mrs. Anna where you will be served a traditional meal of Irish potatoes, dodo (local Spanish), beans, sweet potatoes and ground nuts. After lunch, visit the projects making African craft.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, camp fire dinner (if the weather allows).

Over night: Bunyonyi Safaris Resort (FB)

Day 4: To Queen Elizabeth National Park

8 00 am:

Set out to Queen Elizabeth National Park through the southern region of Ishasha. In this area you will with luck see the tree climbing lions. Later arrive at your accommodation within the park, check-in and then unwind on a guided walk to the Mweya peninsula through the evening. Dine and slumber at your hotel. Travel time is between 3 to 4 hours. Meal Plan: breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Mweya Hostels (B&B)

High End: Mweya Safari Lodge or Ihamba Safari Lodge (FB)

Day 5; Queen Elizabeth National Park-Game Drive & Boat Ride

6.00 am:

Enjoy a game drive in the early morning to see the early risers and some of the hunting animals. The park is habitat to the renowned African wild animals like lions, leopards, hippos, hog antelopes, elephants, buffaloes, and hyenas among others. Return for a late breakfast and relax at the lodge.

2. 30pm:

Enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. This channel naturally joins Lake George and Lake Edward. It is supposed to hold the largest population of Hippos in Africa, and the area is popular for its wonderful bird viewing opportunities and various wild animals that gather along its course to drink water. The launch cruise is a perfect platform for good photography as more than 550 species have been seen in this place.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Mweya Hostels (B&B)

High End: Mweya Safari Lodge or Ihamba Safari Lodge (FB)

Day 6: Queen Elizabeth National Park - FORT PORTAL

8 30am:

After breakfast, set off from Queen Elizabeth to Fort Portal enjoying a final sight of the animals as you drive out of the park. Break at the Equator Crossing in Uganda at Kikorongo to take some photographs. Arrive at the hotel just in time to have lunch, and then relax the rest of the afternoon. Visit the Omukama’s palace and the Karambi cultural tombs in fort Portal which are Toro Kingdom Cultural sites. Travel time is between 2 to 3 hours.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Rwenzori Travellers inn (B&B)

High End: Mountains of the moon Hotel (FB)

Day 7: Kibale Forest.

8 00am: Visit the spectacular Mabere Ganyinamwiru found in the periphery of the town of Fort Portal. The place is perfect for hiking, historic tours and bird watching. Return for lunch at the lodge.

2.00pm:

Head to Kibale National Park driving past the spectacular terrain! There will be an optional visit in the evening to Bigodi Swamp to view the prolific birdlife alternative unwind until the following day.

Travel time is between 2 to 3 hours.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Chimp Nest (FB)

High End: Primate Lodge Kibale (FB)

Day 8: Chimpanzee tracking

8 00am:

Trek through the Kibale Forest thickets tracking chimpanzees. The park is habitat to 12 primate species among which are chimpanzees, Blue Monkeys, Black & White Colobus Monkeys, Olive Baboons, Red Tailed Monkeys and black-faced Red Colobus monkeys, and a rich birdlife that includes the grand Blue Turaco. Return at the lodge for lunch and later have an elective walk through the park or unwind in the lodge.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Chimp Nest (FB)

High End: Primate Lodge Kibale (FB)

Day 9 Kibale-Murchison Falls

8 30am:

After breakfast depart to Murchison Falls National Park, having lunch along the way in Hoima town.

Travel time is between 2 to 3 hours.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Red chili Camp (B&B)

High End: Paraa Safari Lodge (FB)

Day 10: Murchison Falls National Park-Game Drive and Boat ride

6 00am:

Set out for a game drive in the early morning to see the big five hunting their prey. Before dawn, they are usually hunting as we also go hunting for them. The lion, laughing hyena, violent buffaloes, elusive leopards and the elephants all struggle to survive; it is Survival for the Fittest. In the savanna you will see warthogs, giraffes and numerous antelopes grazing. Return for a late breakfast at the lodge.

2:00pm,

You will go for a boat ride to the bottom of the spectacular Murchison Falls. Along the Nile’s course you will see several hippos, buffaloes plus crocodiles and great views of birds, ideal for photography.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Red chili Camp (B&B)

High End: Paraa Safari Lodge (FB)
Day 11: Top of the falls-Jinja

8:00am:

Voyage to the peak of the Murchison Fall to consume magnificent view before continuing to Jinja town. Have lunch en-route.

Travel time is between 5 to 6 hours.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Hotel Triangle Jinja (B&B)

High End: Jinja Nile Resort (B&B)

Day 12: Source of Nile-Bujagali-Kampala

10 00am:

Tour the Source of the Nile which is the longest river in the world. Enjoy a short boat-ride on the long river and then proceed to Bujagali fall for the impressive White Water Rafting. Return to the capital Kampala in the evening for the overnight. Time allowing, stop at Mabira Forest for a nature walk to see the various birds!

Travel time is 2 hours.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Namirembe Guest House (B&B)

High End: Cassia Lodge (B&B)

Day 13 Kampala City Tour

9 00am:

Have a tour through the city, visiting Bulange the palace of Buganda Kingdom’s king, the Uganda Museum which is the oldest museum in the whole of East Africa, Makerere University the chief yet oldest in the country and among the oldest in Africa at large and the Bhahi temple which is the only existing one in Africa.

Have lunch at the splendid Ibamba restaurant before continuing for your final shopping in the craft shops along Buganda road or the National theatre. Dine at Kampala Carnivore where you will feast on a variety of scrumptious Ugandan meats while being entertained by cultural performers.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner.

Medium or Budget: Namirembe Guest House (B&B)

High End: Cassia Lodge (B&B)

Day 14 Entebbe-departure

After having breakfast, proceed to Entebbe Airport to catch your return flight.

Note:

Exciting add-on: a night tour in Kampala starting at 0930 hrs to 0100 hrs at USD 200 per individual but only available on request.

*******END OF TOUR*******

Group size	2-3	4 – 5	6 – 8	9 – 14	15 -28
Price pp high end budget	4351	3539	3268	3147	3270
Single supplement	1,735
Price pp medium end	3547	2768	2509	2365	2485
Single supplement	735
Join a group		2,500

Departure Dates:

7^th January 2012	7^th July 2012
13^th February 2012	13^th August 2012
19^th March 2012	20^th September 2012
23^rd April 2012	25^th October 2012
29^th May 2012	30^th November 2012
2^nd June 2012	4th^th December 2012

The price quoted includes:

Services as specified in the itinerary

Accommodation as detailed in the itinerary based on 2 people sharing a double/twin

4×4 safari vehicle with services of an English speaking driver/guide

1 Gorilla and Chimp permit per person

All park fees

Mineral Water per day

Flying Doctors Medical evacuation insurance services,

Cost excludes: Personal expenses, air ticket, visas, tips and alcoholic beverages

Note: In an event where government taxes, park fees and property rates increase, the price quoted will be subject to change and new rates will be given accordingly.

Also Gorilla permits and other related attractions are subject to availability at the time of booking.

Some of the Flights one can use for this tour are: KLM, SN Brussels, Emirates and British Airways (need to have a UK Visa)

Please note that Rwandan Visa has to be applied for and approved on line in advance before travel date on www.migration.gov.rw and for Uganda, it can be obtained on arrival at a cost of $50.

Lake Bunyonyi Birding and Canoe Trekking

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5 Days Lake Bunyonyi: Canoe Trekking and Bird Watching On Lake Bunyonyi

Day 1: Lake Bunyonyi, Arrival and Village walk.

You will be gladly welcomes at our Bunyonyi Safaris Resort (BSR). The staff will well serve you with a drink ad you check-in. the guide will walk you around the place and incase the day is warm and still early, you can join in fishing on the lake (hire one of our rods), alternatively swim in the lake which is bilhazia free, but at your own risk. We recommend that you take a cold shower to set your body for the very cold plunge. Thermal shock cases have been reported. You should also remember that this lake is very deep.

After unwinding, embark on a guided village walk, beginning with the hilltop bar to enjoy pool-table, board games, football with the local young boys, or table tennis. From there continue along the village trails ascending the hill to have better views of the entire villages and also marvel at the beautiful setting sun beyond the volcanoes. Using you camera, you can take beautiful photos of the 29 islands on Lake Bunyonyi.

Dine by the campfire on the lakeside being entertained by one of our local harpist. The menu is complimented by a variety of the local dishes, drinks and the season’s vegetables among which are sorghum beverage –obushera, pumpkin, eshwiga greens and sweet potatoes.

Meal Plan: Welcome drink, lunch (if there is time), dinner.

Distances: Kigali – BSR: approx 100km

Kampala – BSR: approx 450km

Day 2: Boat Cruise-Birding, Canoe Trekking & Hiking at Lake Bunyonyi

6 30am:

Following a quick coffee, set out for a morning boat cruise in the swamps within the lake to see various bird species. The cruise goes for close to an hour and you will be briefed about the lake and island’s history by the guide as you get consumed by the breathtaking sites. Among the bird you will view are the Dusky Tutle Dove, local African Harrier Hawk, spectacled weavers, Handsome Francolin, Alpine Chat, Levillant and the yellow-backed. Return to the BSR for a hefty breakfast.

11.00am:

Set out to enjoy canoe trekking and see more birds for the rest of the day on the lake on the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, traversing to the gorgeous Kyabahinga peninsula. Here you will be gladly welcomed with songs plus dances by the resident school children. You will enjoy with the locals at least a cup of “Obushera” which is a local brew. You will ascend the Kyabahinga slopes having a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the birdlife and the verdant terrain. The view is very breathtaking! The guide will certainly brief you about the history of the area. A renown herbalist who is a tradition healer -Omugurusi Jeremiah, based on the hilltop will disclose to you some of the secretes about the flora on the tropical highland. You will then continue to the African Explorer Cultural Village which sits 2300m beyond sea level. Have lunch with the family of Mrs. Anna where you will be served a traditional meal of Irish potatoes, dodo (local Spanish), beans, sweet potatoes and ground nuts. After lunch, visit the projects making African craft. Time allowing, dine at the campfire.

Over night: BSR (FB)

Day 3: Boat ride, Bird watching and community projects

10 00am:

Visit the local community to see the various projects among which are:

Visit homes to see the people’s day-to-day lifestyle and their land use. Engage in some of the activities like digging, weeding the gardens and peeling matooke. Plant various fruit trees as well as donate a piglet.

Visit the orphanage, and spend time with the children as you teach them various skills, songs, tell them stories and play games. Donate clothes, sponsor a child’s education for may be a term, year or even their whole primary education, donate stationery too.

Visit the adjacent vocational institute where you can also donate stationery, clothes and even sponsor or contribute towards a child’s education , fund the building project, listen to their stories, show them a movie, give an educative talk or even teach them some skills.

Exceptional to groups of more than 14; dine while being entertained by our dancers at the stunning hilltop venue.

Over night: BSR (FB)

DAY 4: Lake Mburo National Park

8.00am:

Begin your journey to Lake Mburo National Park. The park is quite an exceptional one with a flora of acacia woodland and is the sole National Park in which you can view the stunning gigantic Eland. Enjoy a cruise to the lake proceeding to the swamp on Lake Mburo to see antelopes, hippos, black, yellow and red papyrus gonalek. Dine and sleep in the park. Travel time between 3 to 4 hours.

Medium/Budget: Rwonyo Bandas (B&B)

High End: Mburo Safari Lodge (FB)

Day 5: Lake Mburo and onward

6.30am:

Following breakfast, go for a game drive in the the lovely park. You will have opportunities to see various animals grazing in the grasslands. Look forward to zebras and numerous antelope species. Proceed to Shenyi Cultural Village situated in the center of the cattle corridor where you will relate with the locals and engage in the day-to-day activities such as milking, preparing food. Break at the Igongo Cultural Center Museum to view displays about the Banyankole, Bahororo and Bakiga tribes’ culture.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch.

Lullaby

END OF TOUR

Group Size	2-3	4-6	7-9	10-14	15 and more
Price per person – High end	568	549	553	535	542
Single supplement	360
Price per personBudget/medium end	482	477	455	463	445
Single supplement	265
Transport: BSR-MBURO-BSR	220	110	63	44	59
KAMPALA-BSR-MBURO-KLA	581	291	166	116	155
KGL-BSR-MBURO-KGL	650	325	186	130	172
Total (Kampala) High End	1,149	840	719	651	697
Total(BSR only) High End	788	659	616	579	601
Total(Kigali) High End	1,218	874	739	665	714
Total (Kampala) Budget/Medium	1,063	768	621	579	600
Total(BSR only) Budget/Medium	702	587	518	507	504
Total(Kigali) Budget/Medium	1,132	802	641	641	617

The price quoted includes:

Services and activities as detailed in the itinerary.

Accommodation based on 2 people sharing a room, Transportation

(ADDED ON TOTAL separately as indicted in table),

Services of an English speaking driver/guide,

All Government taxes and levies,

Mineral Water,

All park fees,

Flying Doctors Medical insurance services

Cost excludes: Personal expenses, air ticket, tips and alcoholic beverages

Note: In an event where government taxes, park fees and property rates increase, the price quoted will be subject to change and new rates will be given accordingly.