4-Day Expedition: Bwindi & Queen Elizabeth
Explore Bwindi Impenetrable, Queen Elizabeth, and Kibale Forest National Parks
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Day 1: Journey to Bwindi
Western Uganda
Travel Highlights
- • Scenic drive through Uganda's highlands
- • Stop at Uganda Equator landmark
- • Local craft market visits
- • Arrival at Bwindi lodge
Preparation
- • Gorilla trekking orientation
- • Equipment check (hiking boots, rain gear)
- • Camera and battery preparation
- • Early dinner and rest
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Day 2: Gorilla Trekking
Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Gorilla Experience
- • Early morning briefing with rangers
- • 2-6 hour trek through dense forest
- • 1 hour with mountain gorilla family
- • Optional Gorilla Doctors specialist trek
Photography Tips
- • Best angles for gorilla portraits
- • Recommended camera settings
- • Respectful distance guidelines
- • Behavior observation techniques
Trekking Essentials
Permits required (included). Physical fitness recommended but multiple difficulty levels available. Porters can be hired locally.
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Day 3: Queen Elizabeth Safari
Queen Elizabeth NP
Morning Game Drive
- • Dawn safari in Kasenyi plains
- • Search for tree-climbing lions
- • Elephant and buffalo herds
- • Professional guide commentary
Afternoon Boat Cruise
- • Kazinga Channel wildlife cruise
- • Hippo and crocodile viewing
- • Birdwatching (300+ species)
- • Sunset photography opportunities
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Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking
Kibale Forest NP
Primate Experience
- • Morning chimpanzee tracking
- • Observe feeding behaviors
- • Forest ecosystem education
- • Optional afternoon nature walk
Return Journey
- • Transfer to Entebbe/Kampala
- • Optional souvenir shopping
- • Farewell lunch
- • Airport drop-off
Expedition Highlights
4-Day Expedition: Murchison Falls & Kibale
Explore Murchison Falls and Kibale Forest National Parks
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Day 1: Journey to Murchison Falls
Northwest Uganda
Travel Highlights
- • Scenic drive through rural Uganda
- • Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- • Nile River viewpoints
- • Lodge check-in and orientation
Safari Preparation
- • Game drive briefing
- • Camera equipment check
- • Binocular distribution
- • Evening wildlife presentation
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Day 2: Murchison Falls Safari
Murchison Falls NP
Morning Activities
- • Dawn game drive in savanna
- • Lion, elephant, and giraffe spotting
- • Birdwatching (450+ species)
- • Bush breakfast experience
Afternoon Highlights
- • Boat cruise to the base of the falls
- • Hippo and crocodile viewing
- • Hike to top of Murchison Falls
- • Sunset photography session
Wildlife Insight
Murchison Falls is home to 76 mammal species and 450 bird species. The Nile's dramatic constriction creates one of Africa's most powerful waterfalls.
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Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest
Western Uganda
Journey Highlights
- • Scenic drive through tea plantations
- • Stop at local markets
- • Rwenzori Mountain views
- • Lodge check-in and orientation
Preparation
- • Chimpanzee tracking briefing
- • Forest walk preparation
- • Camera settings for forest light
- • Evening nature presentation
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Day 4: Primate Tracking
Kibale Forest NP
Primate Experience
- • Morning chimpanzee tracking
- • 13 primate species in the forest
- • Rare golden cat sightings possible
- • Forest ecology education
Return Journey
- • Transfer to Entebbe/Kampala
- • Optional crater lake visit
- • Farewell lunch
- • Airport drop-off
Did You Know?
Kibale Forest has the highest concentration of primates in Africa, with over 1,450 chimpanzees in the park's 795 km² area.
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