I had a couple of days to myself before joining my tour group. I hired Kagera Safaris to take me to Ngambe Island on one day and to take me birding on the second. Miriam of Kagera Safaris did a great job. She accompanied me on both days. The chimpanzee sanctuary was a delight, not only for the opportunity to see the chimpanzees and learning about them from the staff, but also we were able to see several bird species up close. Miriam hired a phenomenal birding guide for my day of birding. The shoe-bill was the highlight. I saw more bird species that day than any other.
Miriam is a delight. My two days with her were among the highlights of my trip to Uganda. Everything ran smoothly under her care. I completely endorse her services.
5 Day Gorilla Trekking And… (trip)
5 Day Gorilla Trekking And Lake Mburo Safari
- Uganda
- Active & Adventure
- Culture & Nature
| from $1,735* per person | 5 Days | Year-round |
| Comfort accommodations | Exertion level: 3 | |
| Operator: Kagera Safaris | 6 people max | |
This trip combines a tour to the home of the
endangered mountain gorillas, Bwindi impenetrable national park, and Lake Mburo
national park the home of Zebras. It offers you an opportunity for other
wildlife sightings in addition to the mountain gorillas in Bwindi.
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Locations visited/nearby
Gorilla trekking , mountain gorilla , bwindi impenetrable national park , safari , Uganda , , Uganda, Africa
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3 testimonials about the provider, Kagera Safaris:
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Reviewer: Daniël LOUSBERGH
located in
Kortessem,
Belgium
Perfect, An experience once in a lifetime!
19 days Uganda and Rwanda. Perfect organisation, Alex was an exceptional competent guide and driver. Gamedrives and tracking the gorilla's, chimps and golden monkees were marvellous! The accomodation was comfortable and excellent price/quality. Only Mahabura hotel seems a little bit worn-out. But we enjoied the whole trip, especially the accompaniment by Miriame herself. Really highly recommended!
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Reviewer: Erik Cox
located in
Washington DC,
USA
My wife and I did a trip through Uganda via Kagera Safaris in late June/early July 2016. The three highlights were seeing chimpanzees, seeing gorillas, and a homestay.
Kagera put together an exciting itinerary, which we customized to include a 2-night homestay with a local Ugandan family. The homestay was the highlight of the trip; we got to know the family and see life through their eyes. We're actually Facebook friends with members of that family now! The chimpanzee and gorilla treks delivered as promised, too. We got to see them in the wild, up close and personal.
Kagera is a local Ugandan company, and my wife and I found that they are big into responsible tourism and giving back to local Ugandan communities. That made the trip even more meaningful. We did the mid-range price option trip; you can go less (or more) expensive, and Miriam will be happy to customize the adventure to your reasonable needs. I also suggest you ask that you have Meddy as your in-country guide. He's fantastic.
In sum, we'd highly recommend Kagera. -
Reviewer: Edie Barschi
located in
Berkeley,
Carlifornia
USA
Special information
- You need to form your own private group for this trip. It will be scheduled for a date you arrange with the provider. The itinerary here is just a sample.
- Offers some solo-only/singles departures.
- Offers some women-only departures.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to the Pearl of Africa
On arrival at the airport, a representative
of Kagera safaris will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel for overnight.
Cassia Lodge
Day 2:
Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi impenetrable national park is home to half of the remaining
endangered mountain gorillas found in Uganda, Rwanda, and DR Congo. The journey
to the park is a day’s depending on the various stops for bathroom, stretches,
and lunch. Enjoy the scenery along the route to the park arriving at the lodge
later that evening.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The Haven
Day 3: Ultimate Gorilla tracking Experience
Wake up with an anticipation to these gentle giants later that
day. Check that your cameras are fully charged with memory on the cards. You will
be transfer to the briefing point at 7 am by your driver guide or simply walk
there to receive instructions on how to conduct yourself while in the forest
and when you meet with the gorillas. Remember to dress appropriately for the
trek in the impenetrable forest and to keep the flash off your cameras.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Buhoma Haven Lodge
Day 4: Boat trip on Lake
Mburo
After the exciting experience trekking mountain gorillas in
Bwindi, we embark on a journey to cool off in Lake Mburo national park. Again,
enjoy the undulating hills of Kigezi terraced by the locals as they go about
gardening. Arrive in the park in the early afternoon straight and take a boat
ride on Lake Mburo
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mburo Safari Lodge
Day 5: End of your Ugandan safari
Today is the
last day on tour. After an early breakfast and short game drive, we leave for
Kampala and proceed to Entebbe for your flight home. Thank you for visiting
Uganda.
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