10-Day Vacation and Volunteer and Gorilla Safari

$2,900.00$4,000.00

An educational and fun trip to Uganda, including volunteer experience and watching gorillas in their natural habitats

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Itinerary

B = breakfast
L = lunch
D = dinner

Day 01:

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to Silver Springs hotel or similar in Kampala. This is the capital city of Uganda, a country known for its very hospitable people and known as a city that never sleeps because of its vibrant nightlife. You will enjoy your time in Kampala from the people, their varied cultures to its history and food.

Day 02:

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Stay at Ride4aWoman Guest House. (B,L,D). This includes

Day 03:

Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This is a UNESCO World heritage site and home to 50% of the world’s remaining mountain Gorillas. Gorilla tracking fees not only help with the conservation of these endangered gentle giants but also contribute to the social and economic development of communities that live around the national park. Stay at Ride4aWoman Guest House. (B,L,D)

Day 04:

Community Project through Ride4aWoman charity organization and village walk for a first hand cultural immersion experience and improving the lives of people in impoverished communities in Uganda. Stay at Ride4aWoman Guest House. (B,L,D)

Day 05:

Drive back to Kampala via the Kitagata Hot springs. Stay at Silver Springs hotel or similar. (B,L)

Day 06:

Day at School or Community project. Stay at Silver Springs hotel or similar in Kampala.(B,L)

Day 07:

Day at School or Community project. Stay at Silver springs hotel or similar in Kampala.(B,L)

Day 08:

Day in Jinja – Ssezibwa Falls, Ziplining and boat cruise to the source of the River Nile. (B,L) You will have an exciting day in what is also known as the adventure Capital of East Africa. This is home to the source of the Longest River in the world, The Nile and Uganda’s famous beer, the Nile Special.

Day 09:

Kampala City tour that may include but not limited to: Kabaka’s Palace in Mengo,  Independence Monument, Parliament of Uganda and end up at the African Crafts Market. In the evening, you will attend the Ndere traditional Cultural dance performance. Stay at Silver springs hotel or similar. (B,L,D)

Day 10:

Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your flight back home.(B)

The above safari itinerary is provisional and can be modified if necessary to meet the need of the clients. The rooms’ availability in the proposed lodges will be confirmed at the time of reserving the safari with us. Reserving early is recommended especially for the arrivals in high seasons for the sake of rooms’ availability. Prices may change depending on the entry fees to parks or if any of the accommodations increase their prices, you will be notified in advance if any of these occurrences take place.


Rates

  • Single person $4000
  • 2-30 people $3300/person
  • 31-49 people $3100/person
  • 50+ people $2900/person
  • Insurance $315/person

Prices include:

  • Accommodation – Hotel/lodge in double/twin rooms for 9 nights, single room for solo travelers
  • Meals as indicated
  • Return Airport transfers
  • Ground transportation in Coaster bus while in Kampala & Jinja and 4WD Safari Vans during the Gorilla Safari
  • One Gorilla Permit per person
  • Boat trip to the source of the Nile in Jinja
  • Ziplinning fees
  • Ssezibwa Falls & Kitagata Hotsprings entry fees
  • Bottled water in the vehicle
  • Ndere cultural performance entry fees

Not included in price:

  • Drinks and beverages
  • Meals where not indicated
  • Any items of personal nature
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas
  • International flights
  • Immunization cost in country (if needed)
  • Covid-19 testing
  • Any items not mentioned in the itinerary/Inclusions
Party Size

Single person, 2-30 People, 31-49 People, 50+ People

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