Inclusions:

• All transfers by road

• Meals according to itinerary (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)

• Drinking water whilst on the road

• Activities according to itinerary

• Park entry fees

• Gorilla Trekking permit, 1 per person

• Chimpanzee Trekking permit, 1 per person

• All Tips except your RAW Africa Eco - Tours local leader

Exclusions:

• International airfares

• Internal airfares

• Travel insurance

• Country Entry Visas

• Beverages other than water

• Laundry

• Personal spending

After breakfast we will travel south, journeying under the shadow of the stunning Rwenzori Mountains, to Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP). This is the second largest park in Uganda and is renown for its diverse array of habitats: lakes, savannah grasslands, forests, and wetlands.

We will stay overnight at our tented camp overlooking the waterways and beautiful expanses of the park.

Meals: B L D

The Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve, which borders Queen Elizabeth National Park, is home to several families of Chimpanzees and is a community managed forest & tourism project.

This will be one of the highlights of your Ugandan journey. Once you witness these amazing primates you will understand what inspired Dr Jane Goodall to dedicate her entire life to fighting for their survival. This is an opportunity to record wild chimpanzee behaviour drawing on the expertise of your forest guides.

After our morning trek, we will head into the park for lunch and board our boat for a wildlife cruise along the Kazinga Channel. The 32 km channel runs between Lake Edward and Lake George, and is a haven for hippo, buffalo, elephants, crocodiles and a huge array of bird species. Finish the day with a game drive along the edge of the channel.

Meals: B L D

We will start our day with a dawn game drive on the buffalo plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. After returning to the lodge for breakfast we will travel south to Kisoro. Surrounded by towering extinct volcanoes and crater lakes, Kisoro sits at the base of the Virunga massif, only a stones throw away from the borders to Rwanda and DR Congo. Tonight we will dine at Travelers Rest Guest House. This guest house was made famous by another eminent primatologist, Dian Fossey who based herself at Travelers Rest while undertaking her gorilla research in DR Congo.

Meals: B L D

The trek to see the Mountain Gorillas will surely be a trip highlight. To spend an unforgettable day with some of the last wild Mountain Gorillas on earth will live in your memory forever. Trekking times will vary depending on the location of your allocated gorilla family. We encourage our guests to hire a porter on the day. This will not only make your trek more enjoyable, but provides employment for local community members.

Meals: B L D

Canoe lake Mutanda OR Golden Monkey Trek

RAW Africa Eco-Tours has always been passionate about supporting community projects that reduce pressure on wildlife. Mabungo Village Community project provides sustainable income through tourism.

We will spend the morning visiting the village to experience traditional Ugandan life - music, dancing and food. In the afternnon we will spend a couple of hours relaxing in a traditional canoe on Lake Mutanda. Alternatively you may wish to continue your treking and wildlife experience searching for the rare golden monkey in Mgahinga National Park.

Meals: B L D

Today we will bid farewell to Uganda and cross the border to Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills. Volcanoes National Park was the primary research site for Dian Fossey. We will visit the newly constructed Dian Fossey Centre to gain an understanding of her research, passion and ultimate sacrifice.

In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to explore Kigali city or visit the Genocide Memorial. We will spend our final night celebrating our journey into the heart of Africa.

Meals: B L D

Transfer: Airport drop-off included. Provided by accommodation.

As your amazing journey wraps up, we at Raw Africa Eco-Tours hope you’re leaving with memories filled with wildlife, conservation, and the rich cultures you’ve experienced.

We truly hope you had an inspiring and rewarding journey. We can’t wait to see you again for your next adventure - there’s so much more to explore! Safe travels.

Meals: B

From US $50 per person per night

From US $70 per person per night

Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Subject to availability

• Private Banda with Ensuite - From US $45 twin share / US $70 single

Brooke has a degree in Biology and Masters in International Community Development. She spent 17 years as a rhino keeper at Werribee Open Range Zoo in Australia, before moving to the Wildlife Conservation and Science team at Zoos Victoria. In this role Brooke was able to develop Zoos Victoria's international partnerships and programs in Kenya and DR Congo.

Brooke established RAW Africa Eco-Tours in 2012, based on a passionate belief that both communities and wildlife in Africa can benefit from sustainable tourism. Brooke believes that 'RAW' guests can make a difference by spending time with organisations working on the frontline of conservation. This is the heart and soul of RAW’s Conservation journeys, which directly support our conservation field partners, while giving our guests insight into the complexities of wildlife conservation in Africa.

Benson was part of the team that habituated the first Gorilla group in Uganda and is a Great Ape expert and one of RAW Africa Eco-Tours' most experienced leaders.

“Western Uganda is so rich in flora and fauna, especially the mountain gorillas, the scenery of the highlands will leave a smile on your face that will last a lifetime.”