VIDEO: Take a Closer Look at National Geographic Expeditions Signature Land Trip – The Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda
If you’re thinking about doing something different during your vacations in 2022 or 2023, how about something life changing and education from National Geographic Expeditions. Currently on offer is a tour called The Great Apes of Uganda and Rwanda and let me tell you, this looks like a transformative trip that will leave you feeling amazed and inspired.
To give you a sense of the magic the awaits guests going on this tour, National Geographic is giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the experiences you’ll get to enjoy on this tour. Check it out below:
Pretty amazing right!? During this tour, you’ll join a National Geographic-funded primatologist on treks in search of chimpanzees, gorillas and golden monkeys. You’ll be able to watch the animals up close in a sanctuary established in association with the Jane Goodall institute. You’ll meet with scientists at the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund’s Karisoke Research Center to learn about ongoing conservation efforts. You’ll also gain an in-depth perspective on National Geographic grantee Dian Fossey’s 18-year long gorilla study as you explore her living laboratory – Volcanoes National Park. d
Below is a look at the full itinerary for this package:
DAYS 1-2: ENTEBBE, UGANDA/NGAMBA ISLAND
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and transfer to our hotel. The next day, visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary on Ngamba Island, established in association with the Jane Goodall Institute as a habitat for rescued and orphaned chimpanzees. Later, explore the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre.
- Meals Included:Day 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Accommodations:Lake Victoria Serena Resort
DAYS 3-4: KIBALE NATIONAL PARK
Fly from Entebbe to Kasese en route to Kibale National Park and check in to our lodge, set on a crater lake. Meet with National Geographic grantee Emily Otali, the Field Director of the Kibale Chimpanzee Project, and hear about the many conservation and education projects they support. Head into the park to search for chimpanzees; and look for other primates in the Bigodi Weland Sanctuary, including black-and-white colobus, red-tailed, and blue monkeys; and the rare l’Hoest’s monkey.
- Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Daily
- Accommodations:Kyaninga Lodge
DAYS 5-6: KIBALE NATIONAL PARK/QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK
Spend a second morning tracking chimpanzees. Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, and go on safari to look for elephants, lions, and Ugandan kobs before an afternoon wildlife cruise.
- Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Daily
- Accommodations:Kyambura Gorge Lodge
DAYS 7-8: BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK
Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The next morning, head into the park’s forests, home to roughly half the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Sit among these gentle giants, observing one of the planet’s most endangered creatures up close.
- Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Daily
- Accommodations:Bwindi Lodge
DAYS 9-10: VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, RWANDA
Cross into Rwanda and settle into your private villa overlooking the surrounding volcanoes and lakes. Meet experts at the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund’s Karisoke Research Center to learn about ongoing conservation efforts. Spend the next day tracking mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, where National Geographic grantee Dian Fossey conducted research on gorillas for 18 years. Enjoy a traditional dance performance this evening.
- Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Daily
- Accommodations:Virunga Lodge
DAY 11: VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK/KIGALI
This morning, search for endangered golden monkeys in the park alongside wildlife biologist and National Geographic grantee Deogratias Tuyisingize. After lunch, transfer to the Kigali International Airport (KGL) for your flight home.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
What’s Included:
The National Geographic Expeditions tour includes transfers upon arrival and departure, transportation provided on your trip, accommodation as indicated, select meals, daily activities and excursions and all gratuities (with the exception of the expedition leader.)
2022 Departures and Pricing:
- September 13 – 23, 2022: Double Occupancy: $14,995
- December 28, 2022 – January 7, 2023: Double Occupancy: $14,995
2023 Departures and Pricing:
- February 3 – 13, 2023: Double Occupancy: $16,495
- June 7 – 17, 2023: Double Occupancy: $16,495
- August 7 – 17, 2023: Double Occupancy: $16,495
- September 15 – 25, 2023: Double Occupancy: $16,495
- December 28, 2023 – January 7, 2024; Double Occupancy: $16,495
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