15-DAYS BEST OF UGANDA; WILDLIFE, MOUNTAIN GORILLAS AND CULTURAL TOURS

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RATE - $4650 / Person

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DURATION

15 DAYS

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OVERVIEW

This 15-Days tour package will work for any traveler planning a longer safari stay in the ‘Pearl of Africa.’ Kent safaris takes you on epic adventurous tours in Uganda’s most visited and visit rewarding National Parks with great opportunities for picturesque encounters with people, their cultures, game and boat safari experience to satisfy your safari desires.

Day 1: Arrival & Hotel Transfer

On arrival in Uganda for your 15 days safari holiday, you will be met by a Kent safaris representative at Entebbe Airport who will transfer you to your hotel in Kampala. Overnight: Hotel Africana or Standard Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Kampala City Tour

You will enjoy breakfast before embarking on a tour around Kampala City (Uganda’s capital). This will encompass site visits to the Bahai temple – the only of its kind in Africa and among the eight Bahai temples in the whole world, the Uganda martyr’s shrine Namugongo, Uganda museum, Kabaka’s lake and the craft village among others. You will then have lunch and later be transferred back to hotel. Overnight: Hotel Africana or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3: Transfer to Murchison falls

After breakfast, you will drive to Murchison falls national park. This 305km journey will take you around 5 hours from Kampala. You will enter through Kichumbanyobo gate, Paraa a distance of about 85km from Masindi town – the shortest route. You will visit the top of the falls and then proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Overnight: Paraa Safari Lodge, Fort Murchison Lodge or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4: Game drive and lunch cruise

You will enjoy early morning breakfast and then go for a game drive where you will spot various animal species like elephants, giraffes, lions, Uganda kobs among others. In the afternoon you will go for a lunch cruise on the park’s main tourist attraction the unique Murchison Falls as well as the Nile river with its streaming hippo and serried ranges of crocodiles along the sandbanks, as well as large numbers of different species getting down to drink & bathe. Overnight: Fort Murchison Lodge or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5: Transfer from Murchison – Kibale National Park

You will have breakfast before embarking on a journey to Kibale National Park. This is a full day drive and you will have lunch enroute. Overnight: Chimpanzee forest guest house, Kyaninga Lodge or Rweteera safari park Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6: Chimpanzee trekking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park

After breakfast you will go for chimpanzee trekking. Kibale Forest National Park is one of the best safari destinations in Africa for chimpanzee trekking. Kibale’s 795 sq. km National Park contains one of the most beautiful and varying tracts of tropical forest in the whole of Uganda. The park is home to a number of forest wildlife, most notably the chimpanzees and the 13 primate species. After trekking, you will have lunch and then visit Bigodi wetland before we embark on a journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in the evening. Overnight: Mweya Safari Lodge or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7: Game drive and lunch cruise

You will go for an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi sector, where you will spot various animals like the elephants, Uganda kobs, leopards among others. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then in the afternoon, you will go for a lunch cruise on Kazinga Channel where you will spot various water animals like Hippos and crocodiles, an exquisite cruise will bring you up close and personal with the sights and sounds of the various water birds. Overnight: Mweya Safari Lodge or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi

After breakfast, we embark on the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park with a stopover for lunch enroute, arriving at Bwindi later in the afternoon. Overnight: Buhoma Lodge or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 9: Gorilla trekking – Bwindi

You will have early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for briefing by the Park Rangers and later embark on an incursion into the forest for trekking until you encounter the mountain gorillas. This could take 2-6 hours depending on the movement of the gorillas. On finding them, you will be allowed to spend at least one hour with these gentle giants and later return to the lodge. Overnight: Buhoma Lodge or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 10: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

You will enjoy breakfast before moving to Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale where you will arrive well on time for Lunch. Enjoy lunch in Kabale and proceed to Lake Bunyonyi where you will embark on a boat cruise, visiting the different islands while enjoying the magnificent scenery and a lot of birdlife. You will encounter the local people and get to know about their ways of life as they display their craftsmanship and weaving skills by the ladies. Overnight: Bunyonyi Overland Resort or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 11: Transfer to Nshenyi Village

You will have breakfast before moving to Nshenyi village, with a lunch stopover in Mbarara town. We then proceed to Nshenyi village, nestled in the rolling hills of the Ankole Kingdom for an unprecedented cultural experience. Overnight: Nshenyi Village or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 12: Full Day at Nshenyi Village

You will spend the full day in Nshenyi village and participate in all activities, at your pleasure. You will enjoy your stay at the charming and spacious farms, decorated according to the local customs, participate in milking cows with your bare hands, accompany children to school, and find out how matooke is prepared or follow the Kagera Trail to the natural border with Tanzania. Traditional dances and songs will punctuate your moonlit sky night, while a campfire warms the cool evening. Relax in the raw comforts of nature and explore the rural charm of untouched Africa. Nshenyi village is such a rare experience that will offer you indelible memories. Overnight: Nshenyi Village or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 13: Transfer to Lake Mburo, Game drive and boat ride.

You will have an early morning breakfast and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park where you will arrive well on time for lunch. You will enjoy lunch at the lodge and later go for an afternoon boat ride where you will encounter enormous species of birds, the most gorgeous way to end your 15 days safari around Uganda. Overnight: Rwakobo Rock, Mihingo Lodge or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 14: Game drive and Transfer back to Kampala

Enjoy early morning game drive, as the park is home to herds of Impala, as well as the more uncommon Topi, Eland, Klipspringer, Burchell’s Zebra and buffalo that freely graze in the Park. Return to the lodge for late breakfast and lunch before driving back to Kampala with a stopover at the Equator for photography and the equator experience. Proceed to Kampala arriving in the evening. Overnight: Hotel Africana or Standard Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 15: Airport transfer

You will enjoy breakfast, before checking out of the hotel for Entebbe where you will visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Center (Entebbe Zoo), Ngamba Island, and then have lunch in Entebbe. You will later be transferred to the airport for departure, with indelible memories of this 15 days safari across Uganda.

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INCLUSIONS:

• An experienced tour guide / driver
• Accommodation and lodging
• Meals per Itinerary
• Airport transfers
• Gorilla permits
• Park fees
• Bottled water
• 4WD safari vehicle
• Domestic flights
• Emergency Evacuation AMREF
• Public Liability Insurance

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EXCLUSIONS:

• Travel Insurance
• Visa and customs fees
• Tips or Gratuity
• International flights
• Personal expenses
• Cigarettes and alcohol
• Souvenirs

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TRIP INFORMATION:

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and National Park is located in a series of verdant rolling hills with incredibly thick forests. When it comes to tracking the mountain gorillas, it often involves steep up and down hill climbs and sometimes uneven and wet terrain. We therefore advise our visitors to wear hiking boots, rain coats and carry walking sticks for balancing your feet as we embark on the journey. The altitude in the forest is varied, with the highest point being 2607m above sea level. With this in mind, you might find hiking through that rather steep terrain a bit challenging. Your tour guides and Game rangers will be in handy to take you through the safety measures and important key notes to consider, before departure for planned activities, and also prior to getting close to the mountain gorillas. As a visitor, your time with the gorillas is restricted to one or two hours only by the Wildlife Authority. This is to safeguard the gorillas and avoid excessive contact with human beings. You will have some photo opportunities during the trek, so make sure your camera batteries are fully charged. Once the authorized time winds up, with your tour guides, you will retreat from the forest to your respective vehicles waiting to transport you to the hotel or to your next scheduled activity. Gorilla Trekking is an unforgettable experience especially when you have close ups with these gentle and incredible animals, an intense and life time encounter. Kent Safari Team is committed to executing the tour activities as detailed in the itinerary provided. We only request our clients to be understanding, remain calm and flexible on a few isolated occasions where local events may inconvenience the activities on the itinerary. Our clients should also note that the first day of the trip is simply for the drive or flight to the destination as shown on the itinerary and has a few activities planned. We advise that you be conversant with our Kent Safari representative who will take you through the Pre-departure briefings. NOTE: Entebbe international airport is your gateway to and from Uganda. To avoid inconveniences that are occasioned by rushing at the time of departure, we advise that you book international flights departing from Entebbe after 8pm. We will need you to furnish us with the following information:

• Airline
• Flight number
• Arrival and departure date
• Flight times

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PAYMENTS:

A deposit of 10% is required to confirm the tour. The remaining balance will be due and charged 45 days before departure. Prices however may be subjected to changes until a full payment is received.

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VISA AND CONSULAR ADVISE:

Each individual traveler is responsible for obtaining the required visa, as visa requirements vary per country. For visa information, we advise our clients to consult the US State Department and local Embassies for non-US citizens.

NOTE:

1. A visa can be obtained at Entebbe international airport on arrival at a fee $50 per person.
2. Visas for all other East African Countries can be obtained, on arrival, at the international airport or at boarder points.

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CASH AT HAND:

It is crucial to note that in many countries, some local Forex bureaus place much emphasis on quality of the dollar and other foreign currency notes frequently used by most visitors. It is our humble view therefore that you carry new and undamaged bills / notes especially in the dominations of $50 and $100 bills. Major credit cards like Visa and Master card are acceptable in towns.

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YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION:

Please remember to get your yellow fever vaccination as it is a crucial requirement especially if you are travelling to Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda. Please be sure to visit the Centers for Disease Control at http://www.cdc.gov/travel. Or check with a physician for more information.

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ITINERARY, TRAVEL INSURANCE AND PASSPORT COPIES:

Leave a copy of your itinerary, travel insurance, smart waiver and passport to a family member, for reference purposes, in case of an emergency. Travel insurance is also compulsory on all trips.

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WHAT TO CARRY:

• Rain Jacket /coat
• Shoes with good traction
• Binoculars
• Travel plug adapter with USB port
• Antibacterial hand cleaning gel
• Good camera with fully charged battery and good memory card storage
• First aid kit
• Small back park
• Sun block hat
• Sun glasses
• Hiking boots
• Mosquito repellent

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AMENDMENT FEES:

Amendments made on the booking 25 days before departure attracts a surcharge of $25 per amendment. Less than 25 days no amendments or fees will be applied. A changed reservation will be confirmed within 24 hours. Fees Apply:

• Changing booking
• Changing departure date
• Changing guest name
• Removing /Replacing a guest
• Changing pick up time or location

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AGE LIMIT:

Some of our tours have strict age limit. Children 13 years and below are not allowed to visit the gorillas or participate in certain activities like canoeing and, for adults above 65 years of age, a medical report may be required.

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GENERAL SAFETY TIPS:

We prioritize safety of our tours, however travels are susceptible to risks. So, it is important to be prepared and approach all arrangements with utmost caution. It’s advisable to do some research about your destination to equip yourself with some tips to ensure safety. Register your trip and also avail a copy of your emergency contact details to your government travel advisory service (or diplomatic mission) in a country that you are visiting so that they can contact you in case of emergency. This process can be done online and it is also advisable to get contacts of the American Embassy in Uganda, your final destination. Depending on the itinerary you have booked, some activities may carry greater risks or personal injury, we therefore advise that you take great care and strictly adhere to the established pre-cautions before participating. These activities include white water rafting, canoe and boat rides, Gorilla trekking and Chimpanzee tracking, mountaineering, bungee jumping, culture walk or community visit and game drive. For safety, the following must also be accorded due consideration;

• Avoid expensive jewelry.
• Avoid all demonstrations and protests given their potential to turn violent.
• Monitor the media for information about any possible security risks and pay close attention to your personal security.
• Carry a copy of your passport and avoid hanging alone without the advice of the tour guide.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

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ACCOMMODATION:

Prices for a twin/double shared room are per person, and, rates for single or triple travelers are available on request.

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TRAVEL INSURANCE:

This tour requires that a traveler should have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We therefore recommend “Travel Guard” or Allianz travel Insurance” for all your insurance necessities.

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PRIVACY:

We understand and respect the value and importance of your privacy. Be assured therefore that protection of privacy is given the highest priority. All personal information that you avail to us is strictly used for purposes of Safari tour booking. We will endeavor to take all reasonable steps to keep secure any personal information which we hold about the guest. However, cognizant of the rampant cases of hacking into data on the internet, it becomes a bit tricky to guarantee 100% security to data shared through online sources. We therefore will not be held culpable if the breach or hacking into your personal information is by international unauthorized individuals.

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FORCE MAJEURE:

It is with regret that our office cannot compensate where an impediment to proper performance of duty is as a result of an event above and beyond our own making, control and anticipation nor is it due to the supplier of the service in question. Such events may include unexpected government quarantines, travel bans, riots, civil strife, natural disaster, terrorist acts, border closure, fire, road closures, industrial disputes, extreme weather conditions and other incidents beyond our control. NOTE: In some unfortunate circumstances, getting a park or Gorilla permit may not be guarantee to seeing wildlife in their habitats as unfavorable local conditions may sometimes hinder access to the wildlife. This can happen without prior notice or it can be at short notice. We therefore accept no liabilities in circumstances where Gorilla or wildlife viewing is due to cancellation by the authorities. Where the loss is due to the absence of Gorillas, closure of boarders, national park or security changes, refunding is at the discretion of the responsible offices. However, Kent Tour Safaris shall use all means necessary to obtain the monies / refunds and pass it on to the client.

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CANCELLATION AND REFUND:

Customers will receive a full refund, less the cost of the non- refundable gorilla permit ($600), with 45 days’ notice of cancellation. Customers will receive a full refund in case of operator’s cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, as indicated below; - 10% deposit - No refund - 30 – 44 days - 55% refund - Less than 30 days - No refund Please note that cancellation fees are calculated based on the date we receive your cancellation request. Also note: Sale of Gorilla permits is a preserve of the government (Uganda wildlife Authority), hence, fees for these permits is non – refundable. Thank you, have an ultimate fascinating experience.

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CONTACT US:

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UGANDA

KENT SAFARI TOURS INC.

Sales&Operations office Silver Arcade Annex Suite#C.08 Second Floor Plot 62 P.O.Box 22000 Bombo Rd Opp.YMCA Kampala Uganda Office:+256393228997 Cell:+25672010111/256772537793 E-mail:info@kentsafaris.com

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