Gorillas, Savanah and Wild Waters

Mountain gorillas are wild animals and, as such, sightings cannot be guaranteed. However viewing success rates are over 90%. Once sighted, visitors are allowed an hour with the gorillas. Overnighting in Bwindi is required the night before tracking due to your early morning start. As tracking can sometimes take a full day, a second nights accommodation is also highly recommended. Ideally 2 to 3 nights are suggested to enjoy this region.

Gorilla tracking timings and conditions vary tremendously as the gorillas move continuously through the rain forest. It is good to be prepared and remember the weather can change with very little warning. The terrain is often steep and through areas where there are no marked paths. It can be VERY strenuous – it may be just a couple of hours but it can also be for a full day of up to 8 hours or more of hiking in hot, high altitude conditions – please be prepared for this by being as fit as possible!

This walk provides guests with an opportunity to support the local community whilst enjoying visiting various interesting places as you follow a walking trail through the village. Highlights include the traditional healer, banana brewery and Mukono Primary school where you may interact with the children.

This can be undertaken with a Uganda Wildlife Authority guide to allow you to hike along the trails and enjoy the forest flora and fauna. A popular choice is the 3-4 hour hike to the waterfall. Get lost in the ancient forests of Bwindi with an experienced guide on hand. These forests also provide great bird watching opportunities.

The Queen Elizabeth national Park spreads over an area of 1978 square km in the western arm of the Great East African Rift Valley. The park is home to a variety of wildlife including elephant, lion, hippo, leopard, buffalo and Uganda kob. Birds present are all typical of riverine and savannah habitats.

The Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park is the place to search for the tree climbing lions often to be seen in the vicinity of the camp which is situated just off the Northern circuit game viewing track. The lions also favour the large fig trees on the Southern circuit game viewing track and this offers alternative game viewing routes.

On early morning and late afternoon game drives, either in your safari vehicle, or for fly-in guests – in our dedicated camp open safari vehicle, you may explore the area’s game routes in search of the different species. The area is still pristine and untouched with only a handful of game vehicles found around the area at any time. Being the only camp within the park, it offers flexibility of timings for drives allowing guests to maximise their game sightings in this area.

Sundowners can be arranged for the late afternoon at a suitable viewing point either along the ridge area or besides the Ntungwe River to allow guests to savour the vast vistas and atmosphere of this beautiful area of the park.

Bush breakfasts are also available to camp guests when arranged prior to their stay and if the weather allows. Your own personal chef and dining set-up in the wilderness can be combined with an early-morning safari drive.

Agartha’s Taste of Uganda Tour: Situated in a small village on the fringes of the Queen Elizabeth National park, Agartha is a strong member of the local community group and tirelessly works to improve not only her family’s well-being but also her neighbours.

Agartha takes great pride in sharing with you how the women of her tribe, the Bakiga, prepare their favourite food. Not only do you hear how the ingredients are grown and harvested but you can witness how to shift, grind, cook, and most importantly, keep the much-loved food warm for their husbands.

During the tour Agartha weaves in stories of what it’s like to be a Bakiga wife whilst encouraging you to taste what you may have helped prepare together. She then sends you off on your journey with a packed traditional snack and a taste of the local brew if you wish too!

Adrift is Uganda’s favourite adventure company offering whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, river surfing and cruises on the Victoria Nile, close to its source near Bujagali Falls in Jinja. Join us for some of the most heart-pounding whitewater rafting on the planet; or choose another thrilling adventure. Adrift has an unparalleled worldwide reputation for safety and excellence.

Adrift is Uganda’s favourite adventure company offering whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, river surfing and cruises on the Victoria Nile, close to its source near Bujagali Falls in Jinja. Join us for some of the most heart-pounding whitewater rafting on the planet; or choose another thrilling adventure. Adrift has an unparalleled worldwide reputation for safety and excellence.

Guests are able to go fishing from the lodge, dropping their line directly into the River Nile to catch the incredible (and plentiful!) Nile Perch.

Safaris on horseback range from 1-3hrs rides, and are available 7 days a week starting from 10am and 2pm. Bookings are essential. Enjoy a leisurely ride through villages, farm land and along the River Nile, and see the life in Uganda from a whole other perspective.

Take a relaxing Kayak Sundowner Cruise or use a Stand up Paddle Board amongst the jungle and tropical islands on the flat water section of the famous White Nile. This slow paced activity is

suitable for a variety of ages and no prior paddling experience is needed. Our guide will entertain you with local stories and share his knowledge of the wildlife found in this paradise. Sundowner

drinks included.

Warm water, sunshine, tropical islands and the perfect introductory rapids makes the Nile the perfect place to learn how to whitewater kayak. The day is designed to teach the skills you need to

run a fun white water section on your first day. One of our highly qualified guides will be with you every step of the way. This is our most popular option – another tick on the worldwide bucket list.