6 Days Gorilla And Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga National Park

6 Days Gorilla And Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga National Park

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6 Days Gorilla And Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga National Park

6 Days Starting and ending in Entebbe International Airport

Visiting: Entebbe, Mgahinga National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Lake Bunyonyi

Tour operator:

Kent Safari Tours

Tour code:

kent-006

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 14

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

4-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English
From: $2400 $2100 Operator discount: -$300 -12%

NB: Prices correct on 13-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Diminish the thirst for primates on this 6 days Mgahinga national park and Lake Bunyonyi safari tour in the western part of Uganda. Mgahinga is the only park in the country where tourists can see both the endangered Mountain Gorillas and the golden monkeys in a single visit hence a saying where “Gold meets Silver.”

Highlights

  • Airport pickup and hotel transfer

  • Gorilla trekking

  • Golden monkey trekking

  • Lake Excursion

  • Return to Entebbe/Kampala

Places You'll See

Golden Monkey At Mgahinga

Mountain Gorilla Exploring Territories

A View Of Accommodation At Mgahinga

Birds At Mgahinga

Lake Bunyonyi

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Airport Pickup And Hotel Transfer

Location: Entebbe

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Africana Hotel or Standard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On disembarkation at Entebbe international airport, meet with Kent Safaris tour guide before driving to the already booked hotel in either Entebbe or Kampala where you’ll have your first twilight stay. Confiding on your mood, we can have a city tour in case you turn up during day or just stay relaxing as you wait for the safari road trip to start. Areas to visit are Ngamba Island which is the home of Orphanage Chimpanzee Sanctuary. If time consents our guests can also visit Entebbe Wildlife Education Center and Entebbe Botanical gardens. However, the visits can be organized either on Arrival or Departure day.

Day 2 : Transfer To Mgahinga National Park

Location: Mgahinga National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kisoro Travelers rest Hotel or Standard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After sun rise, Kent Safaris driver/guide will be prepared to brief and pick you from the hotel as the safari road trip starts driving to Mgahinga national park in the southwestern part of the country.

Some stopovers at Mpambire royal drum makers, Kayabwe Equator monuments, and our lunch break will be in Mbarara town. Taking a scenery drive through Kisoro we proceed with our journey.

Day 3 : Mountain Gorilla Trekking

Location: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kisoro Travelers Rest Hotel or Standard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After sunrise, we shall proceed to the park headquarters for briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority senior ranger guides giving information on what to do and not do before being nominated to a group to trek with.

The tour guide will intimate you in the jungle to search for the susceptible Gorillas, after tracking them, use the given one-hour juncture for interaction and photography before getting back to the hotel.

Day 4 : Golden Monkey Trekking

Location: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kisoro Travelers rest Hotel or Standard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After sunrise, head to the park headquarters for compact from the senior ranger guide as you make an alternative to either go for full day Golden monkey habituation or have a half day Golden monkey trekking. Keep in mind, though the day is meant for a different activity, you might anonymously track the mountain gorillas as well, so just be ready with your cameras to catch and cover those beautiful moments. Plentiful time is given to those who choose to take on the ‘Golden Monkey perspicacity habituation” for research and study aspiration, whereas trekkers only one day is allowed after tracking before you return to the hotel.

Day 5 : Transfer To Lake Bunyonyi

Location: Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Crater Bay cottages, Bunyonyi safari resort or Standard

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Constrain to Lake Bunyonyi which is believed to be the deepest lake in Uganda located in Kabale district. The lake is great place for recreation and water bird watching activities. A safari boat rides on the lake ridding you to different islands is just phenomenal and hiking around and on the hills is also an awesome safari activity.

Day 6 : Return Back To Entebbe/Kampala

Location: Entebbe

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

We mark the end of our safari tour with another scenic and photography rewarding road trip back to Entebbe or Kampala City. Stop at the Equator for a Photo Moment and Souvenirs purchase in Local Crafts Market. Drive to Entebbe if your flight is scheduled that day or to Kampala in case you still have time in the country.

What's Included

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Game Drives on Safari

  • Gorilla permits

  • Accommodation

  • Entrance Fees

    Gorilla permits and park fees per person

  • 1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day

  • Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation

  • Fully Guided

  • Emergency Evacuations ( AMREF)

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

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What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • International Travel

  • Travel Insurance

    We strongly recommend travel Insurance from reputable company like Nomad, Allianz or Travel guard

  • Personal expenses

  • Country Entry Visas

  • Souvenirs

  • Cigarettes and alcohol

  • Local Taxes

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    A normal fitness level is required

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    The US dollar is required for this tour

  • Do i travel Insurance?

    Yes This tour requires that all travellers should have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and all personal Emergencies, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We therefore recommend Travel Guard, Allianz and Nomads Travel Insurance” for all your insurance necessities ________________________________________

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes, there is plenty of time to explore places besides those stipulated on the package

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    There is no limit, however its of advise for you to carry only what you will need during the tour

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    Domestic flights where indicated in the package are included in the tour however international flights are not included.

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes, the tour coach is air-conditioned

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    The yellow fever vaccine is required for this tour therefore you should carry your yellow book for the trip and also due to the covid -19 pandemic that hit the world, covid-19 vaccine is also essential for the tour.

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    Yes, you will have a representative from Kent safaris escort you on the trip.

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    This is a private tour which is scheduled a particular client at a particular time

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    Yes, free Wi-Fi is available.

  • What is the tipping policy?

    There is no tipping policy, its out of your will and liking to tip

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes, children from 4 years are permitted to take part in the tour, however only those that are 15 years and above are allowed to take part in gorilla trekking as per the government regulation

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes there is instant Book

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    Visas are not included on the price and are not part of the package

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes, all park and entrance fees are included in the final price

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    The standard of hotels on this tour is 5 star luxury accommodation (hotels and lodges)

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes of course the names of the accommodation are on the itinerary and more details can be provided if required

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    yes, airport transfers from the airport to the accommodation facility, then to the destination and back to the airport for departure after the end of the trip

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Yes, you require a Ugandan visit visa for this holiday got at the immigration office at Entebbe Airport

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    The minimun number of passengers required is 1 so if he/she doesnt turn up, cancellation and refund will base on the conditons below; Customers will receive a full refund, less the cost of the non- refundable gorilla permit ($600), with 45 days’ notice of cancellation

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    No, there is no suplement for sols travellers however there is a discount for group travellers

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes, pre or post tour accommodation can be organised but at an extra cost

  • What is the maximum group size?

    The maximum size group is 14 people. In order to observe Standard Operation Procedures to overcome Covid-19

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Sunday - Friday

Jun 16, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024
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Operator discount: -$300

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Operator discount: -$300

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Operator discount: -$300

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Operator discount: -$300

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Operator discount: -$300

Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Kent Safari Tours requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of kent safari tours charges.

    Up to 46 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.