Location: Fort Portal
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What to do and see in Fort Portal, Western Region: The Best Bus Tours
Fort Portal is a town in the Western Region of Uganda. It is the seat of both Kabarole District and the Toro Kingdom.
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1. 4 Day Gorillas, Wildlife and Chimpanzee Trek at Kibale National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
We've got you covered if you want to see more in less time! The 4-day gorillas, wildlife and chimpanzee trekking at Kibale National Park safari offered by Bamboo Ecotours takes you to the most stunning tourist attractions in southwestern Uganda. The major highlights are chimpanzee trekking at Kibale National Park, game drives at the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth national park, and gorilla trekking at Bwindi National Park. Note that 4-day gorillas, wildlife and chimpanzee trekking at Kibale National Park safari starts in Kampala/Entebbe and ends in Kigali, Rwanda. The 4-day safari that starts and/or ends in Kigali is this one: 4-day gorillas, wildlife and chimpanzee trekking at Kalinzu forest.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Gorilla & chimp permits, park entry & guide fees
Exclusions: Visas, travel insurance, personal costs
Reviewed By Quest402245
We are fanatically independent travellers who refuse to go for all-in packages but prefer to vet hotels ourselves and arrange independent transport. This may not be right for everyone but that's the way we roll. We made up our own itinerary for a Kenyan/Ugandan trip but the reality of real journey distances, gorilla permits and other unknowns drove us to choose a company that would respect our wishes while offering on-the-ground advice. The Ugandan leg was Bamboo Eco Tours. My first contact with Edison and his calm knowledgeable Whattsups assured us that we had chosen the right company. At one point I accidentally transferred our entire hotel pre-payments to the Eco Tours account. No problem. Edison transferred the money himself out of his account and to the correct parties. Integrity, professionalism and honesty are the fundamentals of this company. After the Kenyan shutdown we were forced (thankfully in retrospect!!) to cancel our 2 weeks there and add it onto our Ugandan itinerary. No problem!! Edison was on it and we arranged for an extended 26 day epic trip. We stayed a leisurely 5 nights in the Kampala Serena and met up with Fred. From the get go he was polite, friendly and extremely concerned that we would get everything we dreamed off out of this holiday. My first bizarre request was to visit the old Entebbe terminal where the famous July 3/4, 1976 raid was carried out by Israel to free hostages. Hotel: Sorry...it is a UN area and is off limits to tourists. Fred: Let me see what I can do. I have a friend.... The long and the short of it is Fred made it happen. We got a tour of the bullet-riddled tower and environs. Without Fred and Ecotours...forget it!! What a thrill and we hadn't even left Kampala yet!! We had a wonderful city tour with Fred who saw quickly that some midday RnR at the Serena was in order. Bless him!!! Next day it was the road!!! First stop was Mahingo Lodge near Lake Mburo. Fred quietly let us settle in before materialising like Jeeves to ask when we wanted to start next day. That was typical of his understated but efficient manner. We viewed lots of game in Fred's 4 wheel drive aka "The Beast"!! There was no place it could not go and Fred is a fantastically safe driver. Main roads in Uganda are excellent but the side roads are brutal!! No problem for The Beast!! Then on to Kyumbura Gorge where we were the only guests for 3 days!! We even had our own butler!! But that's another review!! Next to Mt Mgahinga Lodge sitting under 2 volcanoes; part of a string of volcanoes stretching into DRC Congo. This was Fred's home town so he was invaluable in getting us to the Silver back and Golden Monkey trekking sites on time and relaxed. Words cannot describe the experience of the Silverback encounter. A family of 9 gorillas in even terrain moving around you. We were alone but for the rangers, porters and trackers...no other tourists!!! I actually wept after the experience. One of the greatest moments spent travelling....ever!! The walk up to the jumping off point was surprisingly tough. Fred told me of a US lady who wanted to give up even at this point. He said to me that HE wanted to cry for her vanished dreams so he convinced her to go on and she did! What a guy!! On the journey home a small poor child stood by our car. I felt obliged to give him some money. As we drove away Fred spoke to him in Ugandan. I asked him what he had said. "Go give it to your mother to spend on books and clothes not on candy!!" Later I found out Fred had gone away and found out the mother to check he had given the money to her. That tells you everything you need to know about this wonderful person!! Then we drove to Bwindi as we had actually gotten TWO gorilla permits in case the trackers couldn't locate the families!! Trust me they ALWAYS get their man...or primate!! That was a heck of a drive but Fred enriched it by conversing on the terrain, the vegetables, fruit and local villages. What a trip!! The man literally eats and drinks like a bird and runs on power like a Terminator!! Bwindi was totally different and a little bit more touristy although way down on pre-covid days. We again did the gorillas and the trek was even worse than the other two due to the dense forest and steep terrain. It also rained!! Viewing of the gorillas was again different and magical although we enjoyed the Mgahinga experience more. Sliding and slipping down the mountain in the rain was brutal but Fred was there to meet us in The Beast!! We drove back to Kampala stopping off at our favourite Mahingo Lodge again on the way. I also added Jinja and the site of the Speke identification of the source of the Nile. Fred was totally up for it!! This turned into an epic day with beautiful clouds piled up over Lake Victoria. Highly recommended. Finally back at the Serena it was time to say goodbye. We hugged and shed a tear and said goodbye to the guy who had shared one of the greatest trips of our lives. Go with Bamboo Eco Tours. They have the key to unlock the treasures within Uganda's preposterously beautiful land and magical people. You can thank me later!!!
2. 3 Days Kibale National Park Chimpanzee Tracking
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 22 reviews
On this Trip you will spend time on the crater lake with fresh waters, do Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest the Primate Capital as you sight a number of primates and bird species and also visiting the Amabere Caves and hiking to the top of the craters where you will view 3 Craters at one point
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Private transportation, Chimpanzee Permit, Bottled Water
Exclusions: Airport/Departure Tax, Tips and Visa's, Drinks and Beverages
Reviewed By 234jodiel
We did the chimpansee tracking. Afterwards we lunched at Kyaninga Lodge. We enjoyed it very much! We recommend Emma to organize activities with.
3. Uganda Luxury Safari Holiday - 10 Days
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 8 reviews
You will arrive in Uganda and travel to Murchison Falls National Park. Expect a detour visit to Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, game drive and launch trip to the bottom of the falls. Thereafter, transfer to Kibale National Park for the Chimp trekking experience. Exit from Kibale you will first go to see caves and Mabereeganyinamwiru and then transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will enjoy game drive plus a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel. Then on the day we transfer to Bwindi, you will see Climbing Lions in Ishasha Sector as you contunue for the ultimate Gorilla experience. From Bwindi, you go to Lake Bunyonyi then next day transfer to Lake Mburo for more game drive and Boat cruise, After to Entebbe!
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Gorilla Trekking Permit, Chimpanzee Trekking Permit
Exclusions: Visa fees, Tips, Flight Ticket
Reviewed By 493reaganr
We had an amazing moment with Musa and the whole team from paradise adventure vacations seeing lions buffalos at murchson falls was a great experience and the falls was the greater part the tour I highly speak high of paradise adventure vacations for their timely and excellent time we had with them
4. 8 Days Murchison Falls, Chimpanzee & Gorilla Safari ( minimum 2 persons )
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
8 Days Murchison Falls, Chimpanzee tracking and Gorilla Safari offers the ultimate experience of Uganda's immense natural beauty and diversity. Spot all the big five in the Murchison falls, get close to Chimpanzees and mountain gorillas in the thick rain-forest, enjoy the beautiful scenery, the warm weather at Lake Bunyonyi.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner
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Reviewed By robg135
After a false start with another Trip Adviser package where I received very little communication, I booked this trip with Simba Africa Expeditions despite them having no customer reviews. I needn't have worried! Almost immediately I started receiving messages confirming my trip and arrangements. I did have to pay extra than advertised because I was a solo traveller, but the increase was relatively modest. It also meant that I had a personal guide and driver. Arnold was excellent, very knowledgeable about everything and obliging, ensuring that I wasn't short of food or water. My accommodation near Pakwach was unique and very comfortable. It was in easy reach of the National Park. From the get go I was busy with three game drives and a trip on the Nile river to Murchison Falls. But be prepared for an early start every morning! But so worth it with an abundance of wildlife, and I managed the 'big five' including a close encounter with a leopard. Arnold had so much knowledge of the wildlife and I learnt so much. And on top of that we got to walk with Rhinos in Ziwa Sanctuary. I would without hesitation recommend Simba Africa!
5. The big Five
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
12-days of traveling through this country to see the big five. These are the Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Hippo and the Rhino. We will visit them in there natural habitat. This is a well balanced trip to discover the different sceneries, animals and to relax.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast
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6. 6 Day Uganda Safari in Murchison Falls and Bwindi Impenetrable Park
This 6 day safari combines gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest with a wildlife safari in Murchison Falls National Park. The trip starts with a visit to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest protected area home to a wide range of flora and fauna. Wild animals that can be seen in this park include some of the big five such as elephants, buffaloes and lions; as well as giraffes, antelopes, crocodiles, hippos etc. The trip takes you further through the Albertine Rift to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to more than half of the remaining total population of the mountain gorillas. The trip starts in Kampala and ends in Kampala Entebbe Airport.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Flights
Reviewed By Gamsham
It was so beautiful with Inspire African Safaris, the trip to Mburo was amazing with guide richards. I enjoyed seeing animals. It was all good preparation
7. 8 days Gorrila Tracking and Chimp Tracking Safari
Head to Murchison Falls National Park and expect Big 5 sighting, boat trip to the base of the falls plus a hike to the top of the falls. Transfer to Kibale for chimp trekking. You will be fascinated by the primate’s population here. Queen Elizabeth National Park makes your next stop where you expect classic big games (including chances of sighting the rare tree-climbing lions) and boat trip on the Kazinga channel. Visit Bwindi for the ultimate gorilla experience. Exit Bwindi for the Airport.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, All accommodation indicated on the itinerary, Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section), All activities (Unless labeled as optional), Roundtrip airport transfer, Drinking water (On all days)
Exclusions: International flights (From/to home), Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour, Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Reviewed By gmuerm
We did the gorilla trekking (which takes 1 day) and spent two more days at Lake Bunyonyi and at Lake Mburo. I definitely would recommend the tour as Ivan really is an amazing, sympathetic and funny guide and the sights where he took us are absolutely stunning! The tour was perfectly organized and we spent the nights in very nice accommodations.
8. 7 Days Chimpanzee, Gorilla & Uganda Big 5 Safari ( minimum 2 persons )
7 days Chimpanzee, Gorilla tracking & big 5 safaris uganda will encompasses three popular national parks in Uganda; Kibale National Park for Chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for big game & wildlife viewing, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for the Gorilla Trekking Expedition. After the these incredible and tiresome adventures, the tour winds off with a relaxation experience at Lake Bunyonyi - Africa's second deepest lake set is a cool atmosphere with fascinating scenery.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
Exclusions: international flight, Luxury drinks, personal insurance
Reviewed By robg135
After a false start with another Trip Adviser package where I received very little communication, I booked this trip with Simba Africa Expeditions despite them having no customer reviews. I needn't have worried! Almost immediately I started receiving messages confirming my trip and arrangements. I did have to pay extra than advertised because I was a solo traveller, but the increase was relatively modest. It also meant that I had a personal guide and driver. Arnold was excellent, very knowledgeable about everything and obliging, ensuring that I wasn't short of food or water. My accommodation near Pakwach was unique and very comfortable. It was in easy reach of the National Park. From the get go I was busy with three game drives and a trip on the Nile river to Murchison Falls. But be prepared for an early start every morning! But so worth it with an abundance of wildlife, and I managed the 'big five' including a close encounter with a leopard. Arnold had so much knowledge of the wildlife and I learnt so much. And on top of that we got to walk with Rhinos in Ziwa Sanctuary. I would without hesitation recommend Simba Africa!
9. 5 days Gorilla tracking Bwindi and Chimpanzee ( minimum 2 persons )
5 days Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking safari Uganda package, will offers two very exciting wildlife adventures which include Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, and then Gorilla trekking in the aptly named Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. You also get to encounter an array of flora and fauna during your trekking in the two forests.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast
Exclusions: Use of bicycle, Gratuities, Airport/Departure Tax, GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Reviewed By robg135
After a false start with another Trip Adviser package where I received very little communication, I booked this trip with Simba Africa Expeditions despite them having no customer reviews. I needn't have worried! Almost immediately I started receiving messages confirming my trip and arrangements. I did have to pay extra than advertised because I was a solo traveller, but the increase was relatively modest. It also meant that I had a personal guide and driver. Arnold was excellent, very knowledgeable about everything and obliging, ensuring that I wasn't short of food or water. My accommodation near Pakwach was unique and very comfortable. It was in easy reach of the National Park. From the get go I was busy with three game drives and a trip on the Nile river to Murchison Falls. But be prepared for an early start every morning! But so worth it with an abundance of wildlife, and I managed the 'big five' including a close encounter with a leopard. Arnold had so much knowledge of the wildlife and I learnt so much. And on top of that we got to walk with Rhinos in Ziwa Sanctuary. I would without hesitation recommend Simba Africa!
10. 5 days Primates habituation Experience Uganda ( minimum 2 persons )
Tailor made 5 days Uganda Primates trekking tour, focuses on tracking / trekking two great Primates, that is, Chimpanzees in Kibale National Park and Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park. These two forests are remarkable for their diversity of flora and fauna and breathtaking sceneries. the safari usually begins from Kampala / Entebbe depending on where the client spent the night or resides after arrival into the country. After the pick up from the airport and refreshments, the clients are briefed about the safari by the guide driver and the tour manager
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner
Exclusions:
Reviewed By robg135
After a false start with another Trip Adviser package where I received very little communication, I booked this trip with Simba Africa Expeditions despite them having no customer reviews. I needn't have worried! Almost immediately I started receiving messages confirming my trip and arrangements. I did have to pay extra than advertised because I was a solo traveller, but the increase was relatively modest. It also meant that I had a personal guide and driver. Arnold was excellent, very knowledgeable about everything and obliging, ensuring that I wasn't short of food or water. My accommodation near Pakwach was unique and very comfortable. It was in easy reach of the National Park. From the get go I was busy with three game drives and a trip on the Nile river to Murchison Falls. But be prepared for an early start every morning! But so worth it with an abundance of wildlife, and I managed the 'big five' including a close encounter with a leopard. Arnold had so much knowledge of the wildlife and I learnt so much. And on top of that we got to walk with Rhinos in Ziwa Sanctuary. I would without hesitation recommend Simba Africa!
