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Gorillas & Masai Mara SafariSAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:Starting in Kampala and ending in Nairobi, this 15-day safari takes in what are the region's two major highlights; the magnificent Masai Mara Game Reserve and the opportunity to observe rare mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. The Virunga Volcanoes are their last refuge and we trek through dense forest for an audience with these gentle apes. The Masai Mara offers superb game viewing and pretty Lake Naivasha is home to hundreds of hippo Departure: Saturdays Duration: 15 Days / 14 Night Price: From R5590.00 per person (01 November 2007 - 31 July 2008) Local Payment: US$275.00 per person (01 November 2007 - 31 July 2008) Currency Converter DAYS 1,2: KAMPALA TO KISORO » After an early morning departure from Kampala we drive west into the depths of Uganda to our base in Kisoro » Kisoro is the base from which the optional Gorilla trek takes places » Dependant on where trekking permits are available, we trek in the Magahinga or Bwindi National Parks in Uganda, the Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo, or the Ruhengeri National Park in Rwanda » The prices of trekking permits fluctuate and may change without prior notice - currently they are priced between US$375 and US$500 depending on where we trek » There is a local transport fee of US$20 to US$25 per person » For trekking in the DRC or Rwanda, we will also have to purchase an additional visa to enter either country, as well as renewing our Ugandan visa upon re-entry » Please budget accordingly » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 3: KISORO TO LAKE BUNYONI » A short drive through arguably some of the most picturesque scenery in Africa brings us to Lake Bunyoni » Lake Bunyoni is the deepest Crater Lake in Africa and is home to a large number of bird and fish species as well as otters » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAYS 4,5: LAKE BUNYONI » The next two days are spent at leisure to enjoy the beauty of Lake Bunyoni » There are the options to swim, canoe, hike, visit the local villages or just sit back, relax and enjoy the tranquil surrounds » Well deserved rest days! » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 6: LAKE BUNYONI TO KAMPALA » After enjoying the peaceful surrounds of Lake Bunyoni we drive to Kampala for the next two nights stay, and perhaps the chance to sample the nightlife » Today we will cross the equator for the second time and there will be ample opportunity for photos at the Equator crossing » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 7: KAMPALA » Today is spent at leisure in Uganda's capital and can be spent exploring the local markets and museums, or taking a trip to the nearby Ngamba chimpanzee sanctuary » The political instability that haunted Uganda over a period of years has had the positive effect of leaving the country free of the over-commercialism so common in other parts of Africa » The current administration under President Museveni has devoted considerable effort and funds to regain Uganda's former glory as one of Africa's most prosperous and, from a tourist's point of view, one of the most appealing and interesting countries to visit » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAYS 8,9: KAMPALA TO JINJA » After a short drive to the Lakeside town of Jinja, you have the option over the next day and a half to raft the Nile, visit the local community project or take part in a quad bike trip along the riverbank » Our overnight camp is right on the edge of the Nile River where there is an abundance of resident bird life & some truly amazing photo opportunities from right outside your tent! » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 10: JINJA TO NAKURU » Today will be a full day driving back to Kenya with an overnight at a campsite in Nakuru » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 11: NAKURU TO LAKE NAIVASHA » This morning we have the option to take a game drive in the Lake Nakuru National Park or head into Nakuru town » In the afternoon, we drive to Lake Naivasha where we make camp in peaceful surroundings beside the lake » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 12: LAKE NAIVASHA » Moving south-east, we head to Lake Naivasha, home to a multitude of bird life, the most magnificent being the African Fish Eagle with his regal cry » At 1880 m, this is the highest of the Rift Valley lakes. Time permitting; we spend the afternoon enjoying optional excursions like Elsamere (former home to Joy & George Adamson of Born Free fame), a boat ride to the Crescent Island Game Sanctuary or a bike ride around Hell's Gate National Park » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 13: LAKE NAIVASHA TO MASAI MARA » We depart from Lake Naivasha and enter Masai land where these habitual pastoralists are often seen tending their cattle from the side of the road » We pass through the town of Narok, before arriving at our campsite, Acacia Camp » Acacia Camp looks on to the Meguarra hills and the stream that meanders by on the bottom end forms a natural border to the Masai Mara National Reserve » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 14: MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE » We spend the day driving through nature as it was intended to be - huge plains, rolling hills and an abundance of game matched no where else on earth » We keep an eye open for the Big 5 - elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion & leopard » If travelling between July and October, we may get to witness the impressive herds of over 1 million wildebeest, zebra and Thomson's gazelle in their Annual Migration » Sitting around the camp fire, watching the sun set is the perfect way to finish a day’s game viewing in this “Garden of Eden” » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 15: MASAI MARA TO NAIROBI » After breakfast, we leave the Masai Mara and return to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon » On arrival we exchange addresses and part ways, having just experienced a trip of a lifetime! » (Breakfast) The above Gorillas & Masai Mara Safari rates are inclusive of: -» Seat on fully equipped expedition truck/vehicle » All cooking and camping equipment (except sleeping bag and mat) » Meals » Parks fees and excursions as per the itinerary » Services of trip leader » Driver and safari cook (unless otherwise stated) Please Note » When you book this trip, you are entitled to receive a FREE 3 Day Masai Mara Safari the Sunday after your trip ends. The Local Payment is still applicable for the trip. This fantastic offer must be taken up at the same time you book this trip. Please ask your consultant for detail » Booking Conditions |
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