Entebbe | Murchison | Equator Line | Jinja Kibale Forests |Kangulumira Ishasha | Queen Elizabeth National Park Bwindi
The Uganda Wildlife and Cultural Experience is a meticulously crafted journey showcasing the country's extraordinary diversity, from classic savanna wildlife and primate forests to rich cultural encounters and adrenaline-pumping adventures on the Nile. The itinerary combines Uganda's most iconic national parks with meaningful cultural experiences and a scenic domestic flight, ensuring both comfort and depth of exploration. Guests will enjoy safari tours, boat trips, community interactions, and adventure activities while traversing some of Uganda's most breathtaking landscapes. What's Included The pleasure of traveling with Turkish Airlines, which has the best network in Africa; Uganda, a mosaic of cultures located in the heart of Africa and on the equator; Safe safaris in a country with the best parks on the Black Continent; Experiencing a safari where you will be immersed in greenery; Offering and experiencing various safari alternatives with savannas, lakes, rivers, forests, and rainforests; A ten-day Uganda safari is a high-level adventure and visual feast with savanna wildlife and primate treks. Savanna wildlife in Murchison and Queen Elizabeth National Parks; Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary; Boat trips on the Nile and Kazinga Channel; Bigodi community and wetland experience; White water rafting and a visit to the Source of the Nile; White water rafting experience; The most anticipated activity you will embark on to meet these rare primates in the wild rainforests of Bwindi: Mountain gorilla safari; Transportation with 4x4 safari vehicles, experienced guide-drivers, safety measures and guides during safaris; Visiting local tribes and observing their social lives, gaining knowledge; Observing the northern and southern hemispheres together on the Equator line; And Uganda, Safari in Uganda, Kampala...
Realization Participation Conditions and Important Information Participation Realization This tour is organized with 12 participants. If sufficient participation is not met, the final cancellation notification date is 21 days before the tour start. Tours canceled or postponed due to insufficient participation will be notified to you by our agency (through your agency). Guests who register for the tour have the right to free cancellation up to 30 days before the departure date. If an airline ticket has been issued, the ticket price is excluded, and airline ticket cancellation and refund conditions apply. For cancellations made between 30 and 21 days before the tour date, a 30% deduction will be applied. No refund will be made for cancellations 20 days or less before the tour date. Documents such as hospital reports from Turkish authorities, workplace leave permits, etc., submitted by participants with their cancellation request, cannot be accepted by service providers outside Turkey. In case of insufficient participation, instead of cancellation, the tour may be carried out with the existing applicants with the consent of the participants and may require re-pricing. Extra Tour: Extra Tours and Other Details Mountain Gorilla Observation Trek; Early in the morning, you will go to the national park and be informed about what to do and what not to do during the trek. After trekking through different wildlife landscapes in the rainforest for mountain gorillas, once you reach the gorillas, you will be allowed to take photos with them for one hour and learn more about them. Accommodation hotels, transportation vehicles, restaurants, and rest stops are selected from those that provide hygiene conditions as much as possible. Gratuity; For the safari guide/driver, a daily amount of 7.50 USD per person should be considered, and the total per vehicle should not be less than 50 USD. For non-safari days, 5 USD per person per day will be collected by the guide.
Accommodation
Murchison Falls National Park, two nights; Pakuba Safari Lodge, pakubasafarilodge.com, instagram: @pakubasafarilodge Kibale Forest National Park: Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge. Queen Elizabeth National Park, two nights, Kikorongo Safari Lodge Bwindi, one night, Ichumbi Safari Lodge In Entebbe: Kangulumira: Lemala Wildwaters The hotels specified in the program are "and similar". Exact hotel information will be provided before the tour departure date. OrjinalTur, reserves the right to change hotel names, provided the category remains the same. In single rooms, the bed type is single. A double bed room may be provided subject to availability. In some hotels, if a twin-bedded room is not available, a double-bedded room may be provided. If a double bed is not available, a twin-bedded room may be provided. Some hotels may block a certain amount on your credit card for potential expenses during check-in. Reservations made at the hotels used in our tours are group reservations, and breakfasts may be served in a different hall specifically for the group and may differ from standard hotel breakfast. In cases where only category information is given without specifying names in the tour program and/or there are optional choices for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified at least 48 hours before the tour departure. Child discounts are valid for a single child (fitting the age group) staying with 2 adults. Hotel standards in the visited countries/cities may be lower or different from Turkish hotel standards. Changes may be made to accommodation hotels based on availability, provided they are of the same standard. Airline
Airline transportation will be provided by Turkish Airlines' scheduled Istanbul-Entebbe-Istanbul flights. Flights from Bwindi to Entebbe are operated by local airlines using small propeller or semi-jet engine aircraft. Preferred flights with Turkish Airlines: TK606 (IST) - Entebbe 18:45-03:50+1 TK612 Entebbe (EBB) - (IST) 05:05-12:15
Road Transportation
The tour's road transportation will be provided by special open-top safari vehicles manufactured to suit regional conditions. Seven-seater vehicles are used.
Visa and Passport
For international trips, a passport valid for at least 6 months is mandatory. Travel is not possible with torn, worn, or similarly damaged passports. For customs crossings and border gates, your passport must have at least 6 blank pages for entry-exit stamps. An e-visa will be obtained for Uganda for ordinary passport holders.
Shopping
Authentic souvenirs. Due to limited credit card usage, it is strongly recommended to carry cash. USD is widely accepted alongside local currencies.
Health
You must be vaccinated against Yellow Fever at least ten days before traveling to Uganda and carry the vaccination card given to you during your trip. In addition, you should consult your doctor and start taking anti-malarial medication a certain period before your trip, and continue using this medication throughout your trip and for a certain period afterward. You can use mosquito repellent lotions during your trip. Other than that, we do not anticipate any health issues with lunch and dinner at hotels and local restaurants. We recommend not drinking tap water throughout your trip and consistently drinking bottled water that is opened for the first time by you.
Gorilla Trekking Important Notes
Personal fitness for Gorilla trekking: You should be moderately fit. Depending on the location of the gorillas, the trek can range from 30 minutes to 6 hours. The terrain can be steep, muddy, and slippery, especially during the rainy season. How long does gorilla tracking take?: The trekking duration can vary greatly, but the actual time spent with the gorillas is strictly 1 hour per permit. What is the Social Structure and Behavior of Gorillas?: • Mountain gorillas live in family groups of 5-30 members. Each group is led by a dominant silverback responsible for protection and leadership. • They are generally peaceful, intelligent, and maintain strong social bonds through grooming and vocalizations. What to bring for Gorilla Trekking: Clothing;• Long-sleeved shirt and long trousers (to protect against thorns and insects), Sturdy water proof hiking boots, Raincoat or poncho (weather can change rapidly), • Gaiters or long socks (to provide protection against insects and mud) Accessories:• Gloves (gardening gloves work well - for gripping branches), • Hat and sunglasses,• Insect repellent, Sunscreen, Refillable water bottle/flask (carry at least 1.5 liters), • Snacks or energy bars. Equipment;• Walking stick (can be obtained from the briefing center), Binoculars, Camera with spare batteries and memory cards Tip: Bring a waterproof pouch or zip-lock bag to protect your phone from rain and humidity; Stay 7 meters away from gorillas, Do not go on the trek if you are sick (to protect gorillas from human diseases).
Other Important Notes
Tours Hotel, transportation, and services are an integral whole and cannot be considered separately. Unused transportation, accommodation, sightseeing tours, etc., rights are non-refundable. The agency is not responsible for tours that cannot be carried out due to adverse weather conditions before or during the tour for various reasons. The program sequence may be changed due to country conditions, transportation, and unforeseen circumstances, provided that the main elements of the tour program remain constant. We recommend carrying USD with you when traveling, especially in small denominations. Please ensure that the USD you bring for your trip was printed after the year 2000. USD printed before 2000 cannot be exchanged or are exchanged at a lower rate. The social rules we must adhere to throughout our trip will ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey. The weather in Uganda is consistently hot and humid. There are variations with the rainy seasons. Travelers with chronic illnesses or allergies should consult our agency regarding their travel conditions. Restaurants in the places we will visit offer local African dishes and international cuisine. They provide menu options where meat is frequently used. After meals, fruit and coffee are served instead of dessert. We recommend bringing easily removable t-shirts, short and long-sleeved shirts, cotton trousers, comfortable walking shoes, and a light jacket for the evenings. You can also bring a raincoat and an umbrella in case of rain. Additionally, you can bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, earplugs for potential noise, a camera, a video camera, and their chargers and spare memory cards. For safaris, we recommend wearing comfortable, nature-appropriate colored clothes, avoiding bright colors and black clothes in favor of light colors. Uganda has a 240-volt electrical current. Sockets are like those in the UK, consisting of three rectangular pins. Before traveling, you should purchase a suitable converter and plug adapter to use your electrical devices without problems there. Personal belongings, bags, and luggage of participants are their own responsibility. OrjinalTur is not responsible for forgotten, lost, or stolen items. In case forgotten items are found, the expenses incurred for delivering them to the country and/or person belong to the owner of the item. In cases where guests under 18 years old are not accompanied by one or both of their parents, it is mandatory to carry the necessary consent forms for tour participation during the trip. It is mandatory for individuals to carry reports related to their health problems, pregnancy status, and continuously used medications during their tour participation. We regret to inform customers who wish to stay in a double room but have booked as a single person that if a roommate cannot be found 60 days before the trip, they will have to pay the single supplement or cancel the trip. SCOPE OF MANDATORY TRAVEL INSURANCE NO. 1618: Covers the non-provision of package tour services due to the agency's bankruptcy or any other reason. OUR TOUR PROGRAMS ARE PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CONSUMER LAW NO. 4077.
