7 Days Murchison Falls, Semliki & Kibale Forest
7 Days Murchison Falls, Semliki & Kibale Forest
7 Days Murchison Falls, Semliki & Kibale Forest
7 Days Starting and ending in Entebbe International Airport
Visiting: Kampala, Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate (Tangi), Budongo Forest, Semuliki National Park, Sempaya, Kibale National Park, Entebbe
Tour operator:
Tour code:
kent-012
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 14
Age range:
4-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Safari Tours, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$2350
$1948 (USD)
Operator discount: -$300
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$103
-17%
NB: Prices correct on 11-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Join our 7 Days trip to Murchison Falls national park for Wildlife safaris and boat cruise at the victoria nile alongside nature walks, Semliki national park for adventure of Sempaya hot springs and photography, Kibale Forest national park for activities like chimp trekking, game drives and community walks in communities around the park among others. Then city tours and night life.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Transfer To Murchison Falls
Location: Kampala
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Paraa Safari Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Murchison Falls National Park beginning from Kampala using the Bombo road; a drive that will take approximately 5 hours. Along the way you will see the well-known Luwero triangle, which currently has developed into a small town having a trading center famous for its painful history of the Baganda mass murder. Drive on and stopover for lunch at Masindi Hotel. You will drive through Budongo forest as well as Kaniyo Pabidi. On arrival in the park, proceed to the Top of the waterfalls; it is a very breathtaking site for unwinding and adventure.
Day 2 : Wildlife Safari At Murchison Falls
Location: Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate (Tangi)
Accommodation Name: Paraa Safari Lodge
Set out on an early morning game drive through the park to look for elephants, Uganda kobs, giraffes, lions, water bucks, hippos and buffaloes, plus a diversity of bird species. Return to the lodge for breakfast as well as wait for lunch while taking nature walks around the park and later enjoy a boat cruise in the afternoon to the bottom of the falls to see a diversity of wildlife on the riverbanks drinking water. You will see various antelope species, crocodiles, water bucks, hippos, elephants plus buffaloes among many others on the shore, in addition to a diversity of water bird species that make this a renowned birding paradise. The waterfalls display a natural beauty unmatched to no other place in the whole world. The 7-meter gorge together with a 43m drop of these falls results into a thunderous roar and a gorgeous rainbow in a cloud of water spray which leaves several tourists yearning.
Day 3 : Chimp Trekking In Budongo Forest
Location: Budongo Forest
Accommodation: Lodge.
Accommodation Name: Paraa Safari Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast leave for chimpanzee trekking within Budongo forest which takes approximately 3 to 5 hours. Budongo forest is as well known for its special Mahogany tree species which are very tall. In addition, there are numerous primates including the forest galago, red-tailed monkeys, potto as well as blue monkey, in addition to several bird species like the yellow-footed eye catcher and the white-thighed hornbill.
Day 4 : Semliki National Park
Location: Semuliki National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Semliki Safari Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Semliki and head to Bundibugyo and enjoy this spectacular drive with views of Lake Albert and the legendary Mountain Rwenzori ranges. This park is situated in Bundibugyo district along the western border of Uganda with the Democratic Republic of Congo near Lake Albert. The park has a great location within western Albertine Rift valley region and occupies the eastern section of Ituri forest connecting Uganda with Congo River separated by river Semliki. Semliki is a site for ornithologists with approximately 400 species of bird mainly forest birds approximately 300 species of trees have been recorded here and more than 52 mammal species including 11 diurnal species. In the night you will have a spot-lit game drive, only one of this nature in the whole of Uganda and see the thin white-tailed mongoose, very small nightjars plus several cats.
Day 5 : Sempaya Hot Springs
Location: Sempaya
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Semliki Safari Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the highlight in Semliki, referred to as the Sempaya hot springs. These natural springs have a geyser shooting high from an 8-meter-wide hole at a very high temperature. Of its kind, this is the largest in the whole of Uganda. On this very trail, you may identify a couple of bird types such as the blue breasted kingfisher plus Frasier’s ant-thrush in addition to primates such as the grey checked mangabey plus the red-tailed monkey. Proceed to Mungilo waterfall to see some other fascinating birds, particularly ideal for birders. In the Late afternoon after lunch, take a boat ride on Lake Albert, a wonderful lake. See the various water animals and later head back to Semliki Safari Lodge where you will spend the night.
Day 6 : Kibale National Park
Location: Kibale National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Kibale Forest camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Head to Kibale another favorite tourist destination. Enjoy the beautiful drive southwest through Fort Portal where you will have a lunch break. See the Toro Kingdom palace, the eating places, Royal tombs, the mosque and several shops however drive on to Kibale, only a couple of kilometers ahead. This national park has the biggest number of primates in the whole of East Africa such as chimpanzees, black & white Colobus monkeys, the blue monkeys plus baboons. After lunch, take a guided nature walk in the Bigodi swamp sanctuary, a place ideal for birders. The Papyrus Gonolek plus the Blue Turaco can easily be seen among other 137 bird types. In addition, there is a great array of colorful butterflies. It highlights an assortment of plants and animals in the forest.
Day 7 : Chimp Tracking And Departure
Location: Entebbe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Following breakfast, wake up early to track chimps near Kanyanchu. This can take you half a day. There are primates in the area like the golden monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, baboons, white and black Colobus monkeys, grey checked mangabeys, red Colobus, blue monkeys and pottos. Other animals involve forest elephants unique from the common type, giant forest hogs and a striking tree species. Later, return to Kampala with lunch along the way and this will end our safari.
What's Included
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Emergency Evacuations ( AMREF)
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Drinks with Meals
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Sanitisers , Masks / per person
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Game Drives on Safari
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Meals – Full Board
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Entrance Fees
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Accommodation
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
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Personal expenses
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Cigarettes and alcohol
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Souvenirs
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Country Entry Visas
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Local Taxes
Check out our Q&As
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, pre or post tour accommodation can be organised but at an extra cost
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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
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes ofcourse the names of the accommodation are on the itinerary and more details can be provided if required
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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
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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)
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
A normal fitness level is required
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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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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, you will have a representative from Kent safaris escort you on the trip.
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Company Instant Book
Yes there is instant Book
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, the local guides on the tour speak English
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What do I need 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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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
No, there is no supplement for solo travellers however there is a discount for group travellers
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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
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Are flights included in this tour?
Domestic flights where indicated in the package are included in the tour however international flights are not included.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, free Wi-fi is available.
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What is the tipping policy?
There is no tipping policy, its out of your will and liking to tip
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there is plenty of time to explore places besides those stupilated on the package
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, all park and entrance fees are included in the final price
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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.
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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
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What currencies are required for this tour?
The US dollar is required for this tour
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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
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes,the tour coach is air conditioned
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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