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9 Day South Walking Adventure - NKuringo Walking Safari's

Duration: 8 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 10 - 15 km per day

Ascent per day: 250 - 500 m ascent per day

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What's Included
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> Discover the southern region of the Pearl of Africa
> Unforgettable encounter with the Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
> Meet, explore and learn from the local communities
> Support sustainable tourism initiatives

This amazing adventure takes us to ‘Bwindi Impenetrable Forest’ in Uganda’s mountainous far southwestern tip where you will have the opportunity to track Mountain Gorillas.

This superb trekking itinerary is located in the Ugandan highlands and takes us from the Virunga volcanoes to ‘The Impenetrable Forest’ of Bwindi, home to Uganda’s mountain gorilla population which numbers around 320, approximately half the total number remaining in the world. Our final destination is the village of Nkuringo located on a hill-top and enjoying spectacular views over Bwindi’s forest canopy and affords visitors magnificent 360 degree unconstrained views of the surrounding volcanoes.

Itinerary

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Pick You Up At Kigali International Airport (Rwanda)

Arrival at Kigali International Airport and transfer to your accommodation. Depending on the time of arrival there is the possibility for a city tour.

Heaven Boutique Hotel

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Kigali to Mgahinga National Park

Enjoy an early breakfast, transfer to Cyaika border and cross to Uganda. You will settle at the start point for our trek at Gahinga Lodge nestled at the base of the Virunga Volcano National Park. After dinner, we will meet our local guides who will brief us on the adventure that awaits us. You can then enjoy a community walk and Batwa experience.

Gahinga Lodge

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Golden Monkey Tracking

This morning, after breakfast, you will head to the park headquarters where you will be briefed by the park guide. You will then start the golden monkey trekking activity. You will also expect to see various forest birds that live in the forest. Accompanied by Uganda Wildlife Authority guides we will trek onto the lower slopes of the dormant volcano Mgahinga, which translates as a pile of volcanic stones. After around two hours we will reach the bamboo zone where we hope to find the Golden Monkeys, an endangered species that is only found in this remote part of Africa. Our permits will allow us to spend an hour in the company of these fascinating animals as they play and eat in the branches above us.

Gahinga Lodge

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Included

Transfers

All necessary transfers (bus, taxi, private transport, etc.) as described in the itinerary are included.
Accommodation

Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary.
Meals

This trek includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Professional guide

During your trek, you will at all times be accompanied by an English speaking guide.
Permits

The cost of permits to enter the national park during your trek is included in the price.
Activities

All activities as mentioned in the itinerary are included in the price.
Transport in a private 4X4

Support of a private 4x4 vehicle with experienced English-speaking driver-guide
Aerolink Flight from Kihihi to Entebbe

On the last day, you will have an AeroLink flight from Kihihi to Entebbe

Excluded

Traveling to and from

This trip does not include costs for transportation (flights, bus travel, etc.) to your destination.
Tipping

Gratuities for the guide are not covered by the trek's price. The amount to tip is at your discretion, yet if you've received excellent service from your guide, considering a generous tip is appreciated.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. It is important that your travel insurance also covers adventures at a high altitude. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Accommodation before and after the trek

Before and after the trek you have to take care of your own accommodation.
Personal expenses

Personal expenses such as souvenirs, drinks at the bar and other similar expenses are your own responsibility.

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9 Day South Walking Adventure - NKuringo Walking Safari's

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