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Experience game parks, landscapes and culture. This safari gives a glimpse of East Africa's enormously diverse scenery and some of its friendliest people.From the Great Rift Valley dotted with lakes, to the terraced hillsides of fertile Uganda, to a very special wildlife encounter - the opportunity to trek and view the magnificent gorillas in their fragile habitat is an unforgettable experience.
14 days — Starts in Nairobi. Ends in Nairobi.
TRIP PRICE
$1,485 plus 295USD local payment. 510USD Gorilla Trek Permit. International flights are not included.
HIGHLIGHTS
Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Victoria, Jinja Kampala, Mountain Gorilla trek.
See the Gorilla Encounter itinerary to review day-to-day activities.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodations include: large, 2-person dome tents with fly sheets, built in ground sheet, zip up insect screen, and a high density, fold away, foam sleeping mattress.
MEALS
Meals are prepared using a stainless steel food preparation and cooking table and then served on a large fold away dining table. Tableware and folding, stainless steel camp chairs with backs are provided for all travelers. The truck includes a detachable awning for protection from sun and rain.
TRANSPORT
Traveling on an Overland Safari is an adventurous and exciting way to see the sights, meet the cultures, and feel the soul and rhythm of Africa. You will travel in a self-sufficient purpose built overland truck that carries everything needed, including camping and cooking equipment, to get off the beaten track and experience the real Africa. Your truck is your home while on safari. Each truck carries 24 passengers and has everything you will need to make sure your overland safari experience is a great one! Trucks have been designed and built with comfort in mind with 20 forward facing seats and 270 degree views so you never miss out on the magical landscapes or the amazing game! The truck is completely self-contained enabling you to get off the beaten track and experience all Africa has to offer.
GROUP SIZE
16 on Average / 24 Maximum
VISAS
Citizens of the US need a visa for entry to Kenya and Uganda. All countries require a valid passport (with minimum 6 months validity). The visa requirements for your trip vary depending on where you are from; citizens of the U.S. can visit www.travel.state.gov/visa. It is important that you check for yourself. Also see our FAQs and Travel Info. IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.
TOUR LEADERSHIP
Our overland tours have a minimum of two crew who are chosen for their leadership qualities, people skills, local knowledge, and perhaps, most important of all, a passion for Africa. All crew undergo extensive training and receive continual feedback on their performance. They will ensure that your holiday in Africa is enjoyable and safe. We are very proud of the fact that we consistently receive very positive feedback from passengers praising our crew's abilities and attitude.
JOINING & FINISHING POINT
Meeting point in Nairobi:
Boulevard Hotel
Address: Harry Thuku Rd
PO Box 42831
Nairobi
Contact details: Tel. +245 2 337221 / 227567/8/9
Fax: +245 2 334071
E-mail: hotel@hotelboulevardkenya.com
Pre-dep. meeting: 18:00 prior to departure day
Tour start time: 08:30 on day 1
Tour end time: late afternoon/ early evening of day 14
LOCAL PAYMENT
The Local Payment (LP) listed in your brochure is to be paid to your tour leader at the pre-departure meeting. The LP fund is administered by the tour leader in conjunction with the group and covers all game drives using our own vehicle, campsite fees and meals prepared at the truck (usually three per day). Payment must be made in USD in clean, post-2000 edition notes. Traveler’s checks and credit cards are not accepted. The LP is subject to inflation, exchange rate changes and local price rises. These may vary from the amounts listed. On the rare occasion there is a shortfall, passengers will be asked to contribute further. Conversely, when there is a surplus of LP funds at the end of the tour, it will be refunded equally amongst all passengers.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Community School Project - 30USD
Village Walk – 5USD
Quad Biking - 40USD
Bungy Jumping – 55USD
White Water Rafting – 40USD
