| VISIT
UGANDA
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| HABITUATING
BWINDI’S MOUNTAIN GORILLAS...[MORE] |
| YOUR
IDEAL GORILLA TREKKING KIT
Gorilla
trekking in the Bwindi
Impenetrable Forest can be a long
and strenuous activity & depending on
where one’s gorilla family is located,
can be a full days trek through a variety
of climates! Its worthwhile being well prepared
& I suggest you are kitted out as follows:
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Light weight pants which are then tucked
into your socks & boots whilst
trekking.
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A pair of gaiter’s or anklets
(especially when doing the longer treks)
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A good, sturdy pair of waterproof hiking
boots
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A comfortable pair of long hiking socks
(into which your pants are tucked)
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A singlet or light weight t-shirt (a
long sleeve top is also advisable)
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A waterproof & windproof jacket
(like a Gortex)
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A poncho, peak cap and sunscreen.
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Sunglasses with neck strap
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Anti-histamine
cream / spray
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A
small day pack that can carry your lunch
box, 3 -4 bottles of water,
camera equipment and additional clothing.
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Camera, film, charged batteries, video
camera.
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As one ascends the forest, one can reach
altitudes of 1900 at the tallest point.
Given the altitude & heat in the forest,
it’s advisable to layer yourself carefully
and NOT to take too much clothing with you,
as most will be taken
off & placed in your day pack.
* The climate in Bwindi
can be unpredictable! Even if you depart
in full sun- shine, be prepared for some
rain! (It is a rainforest after all)
* Always take a porter with you –
it’s the second best investment of
the day!
Recommended colors: 
(Forest colors are best – NO white
or bright colors please)
Gaters
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Ideal
clothing colors
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A
stick is advisable
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A
poncho is essential
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BASIC
10 DAY ITINERARY... CLASSIC UGANDA
Day
1- Entebbe BB
Day 2 - Lake Mburo
Day 3 - Bwindi Buhoma
Day 4 - Bwindi TREK 1
Day 5 - Bwindi TREK 2 or onto Ishasha
Day 6 - Ishasha
Day 7 - Ishasha
Day 8 - Kibale Forest - Chimp Trek
Day 9 - Drive back to Entebbe O/N B&B (Aprox
7 - 8 hours drive)
Day 10 - Transfers to airport for flights out
(activities this day to depend on flight times)
Costs
of these trips are Inclusive of:
All accommodation, all meals on safari, bottled
water in the vehicles & rooms, transport in
4 x 4 vehicle, guide, park fees, walks in Bwindi
and all game drive activities in QENP.
Exclusive
of:
Gorilla Trekking permits – @
US$ 500.00 each (current rate)
chimp permits at Kibale @ US$70.00 each,
drinks, gratuities & items of a personal nature.
Porters at Bwindi currently @
$10.00 per walk.
Any additional add ons, up grades or internal
charter flights.
Entry visa @ $50.00 (current)
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Bookings are subject to availability at the time
of booking.
- Gorilla permits are to be paid up front and
in full.
- Private charter flights are all subject to fuel
surcharges at the time
of flying
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