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east africa
zanzibar, gameparks & gorillas - kampala to dar
is this trip for me?
This trip is a combination of 2 journeys, Great Apes & Gameparks (SKN) and East African Overland & Zanzibar (XND) both p23. A very comprehensive full on journey. Gorilla mountain trek and other action activities. Community projects and hands on involvement. Extensive wildlife experiences with plenty of time for beach relaxation. Visits regions off the beaten track. Rating: Challenging. Crew: Western crew, African camp master. Vehicle: Classic Dragoman truck, jeeps, boats. Accommodation: 80% camping, 20% hotels. Small hotels/hostels, campsites and wildcamps in national parks.
25
4 weeks
· Overnight under Mt. Kilimanjaro · 2 nights on idyllic Indian Ocean Beaches Final days: Tanzania: · 3 nights on the tropical island of Zanzibar
what's included?
Week 1: Uganda & Rwanda: · 2 night stay at the stunning remote Lake Bunyonyi · 3 day visit to the forests and mountains of Northern Rwanda · Mountain gorilla trek in Rwanda's Volcano NP · Visit to genocide memorial at Kigali Week 2: Uganda & Kenya: · Big game safari in QEII NP including boat trip on Kazinga Channel · 3 night stay on the banks of the White Nile at Jinja · Hands on help at a Soft Power school community project at Jinja · Wildlife safari in Masai Mara and stunning camp on edge of the park Week 3: Kenya: · Hands on work at Kariandusi School Project · Visit to Elsamere Born Free foundation at Lake Naivasha · Safari in Lake Nakuru NP · Kenyan colonial farm visit Week 4: Tanzania: · 2 day overland and wildcamp in Serengeti NP · Jeep safari and wildcamp in Ngorongoro Reserve · Visit to an African snake park · Camel trip and traditional Masai village visit
what else can I do?
· Canoe trips out on Lake Bunyonyi · Forest trekking for golden monkeys or community treks around Volcano NP · Boat trip to see the chimps on Ngamba Island on Lake Victoria · Bungee jump, quad bike or raft the White Nile at Jinja · Walking safaris with big game, Naivasha · Balloon Flight over the Serengeti NP · Scuba, snorkel and dolphin boat trips off Zanzibar Gorilla Permit Payment: Viewing of the gorillas cannot be guaranteed as they are wild animals. To track gorillas you need a permit. In order to obtain this, we require a non refundable permit payment at the time of booking. This is in addition to the trip price and kitty. (See notes on opposite page).
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enter trip code: WKD
for trip notes
for ultimate overlands p32 incorporating this trip see
east africa & gorilla encounters - nairobi to nairobi
is this trip for me?
Gorilla trek, white-water rafting, excellent wildlife experiences, roads can be poor. Off the beaten track journey with flexible itinerary which may vary. Visits some areas with poor infrastructure. Excellent journey for those who want to see more than just the tourist sites. Rating: Challenging. Crew: 1 Western leader, local guides as necessary. Vehicle: Encounter overland truck. Accommodation: 80% camping, 20% hotels. Small hotels, campsites and some wildcamps in national parks.
21nights
Nights 20-21: Kenya's Rift Valley: · Visit to Lake Naivasha
what's included?
Nights 1-3: Kenya & Tanzania: · Overland through Northern Tanzania via Arusha · Visit to an African snake park Nights 4-7: Northern Tanzania & Kenya: · Jeep safari and wildcamp in Ngorongoro Reserve · Wildlife safari in the Serengeti NP · Journey up the coast of Lake Victoria through Tanzania and western Kenya Nights 8-11: Uganda: · 3 night stay on the banks of the White Nile at Jinja · Hands on help at a Soft Power school community project at Jinja · Overnight stay in Kampala for civilisation break Nights 12-13: Western Uganda: · 2 nights stay at the stunning remote Lake Bunyonyi Nights 14-16: Northern Rwanda: · 3 day visit to the forests and mountains of Northern Rwanda · Mountain gorilla trek in Rwanda's Volcano NP · Visit to genocide memorial at Kigali Nights 17-19: Uganda & Western Kenya: · Journey from Western Uganda to Kenya via the bustling city of Kampala · Overland through Western Kenya and into the Rift Valley
what else can I do?
· Meet tribal Masai warriors, indigenous tribe of northern Tanzania · Bungee jump, quad bike or white-water raft the White Nile at Jinja · Boat safari to see chimpanzees of Ngamba Island · Canoe trips out on Lake Bunyonyi · Forest trekking for golden monkeys or community treks around Volcano NP · Walking safaris with big game, Naivasha Gorilla Permit Payment: Viewing of the gorillas cannot be guaranteed as they are wild animals. To track gorillas you need a permit. In order to obtain this, we require a non refundable permit payment at the time of booking. This is in addition to the trip price and kitty. (See notes on opposite page).
Go to: www.dragoman.com
for trip notes for ultimate overlands p32 incorporating this trip see
enter trip code: NNN
soft power schools volunteer project - at jinja
is this extension for me?
Helping with the reconstruction of primary schools in the Jinja area of Uganda. You may undertake manual labour, simple building, decorating and landscaping jobs as well as working around the schools, alongside locals. All projects are run with onsite supervision. Rating: Challenging. Crew: Western and local staff. Vehicle: Local transport. Accommodation: 100% accommodated with full board in dorms at Nile River Explorer campsite at Bujagali Falls, which offers a bar, restaurant, toilets, showers (with great views), rafting and river boarding. Kitty Note: Take as cash to pay for accomodation, food, local transport to and from the project and your transfer from Kampala or Entebbe airport to Jinja.
2006 14dates, prices Nights £260 Kitty USD340 (at time of printing) £270 & trip notes 2007 2008 £280
extension 14 nights
equipment for your role before being left to work with that local team. If you have opted to work on a school building project, you will be guided by the Soft Power Operations Manager as well as by the local Ugandan Master builders. Days Off: For a day or two off from working, have a go at any of the numerous activities that are available. This can be organised through Nile River Explorers (who are associated with Soft Power Education). They will be able to assist in organising white water rafting, quad biking, bungi jumping & a host of other adventure activities. Notes: Not included: Food on the final day, personal costs, transfers to and from Jinja (please see trip notes for further details). Extras: Additional weekly extensions to projects and/or upgrades to village accomodation can be arranged with Soft Power Education on arrival in Uganda. These costs are payable locally. This volunteer project is available as a two-week add-on to any trip starting or finishing in Kampala or Nairobi. It is only available in conjunction with a Dragoman Overland trip. This trip is operated by Soft Power Education, a UK Registered Charity No.1098936. You will not be escorted by a Dragoman Overland crew member. www.softpowereducation.com
itinerary
Start/finish Days: Projects start on a Monday or Saturday & finish on a Sunday or Friday. Joining Notes: You will be expected to make your own way to Jinja. Day 1: After breakfast, you will be introduced to the team as well as having an induction from a Soft Power supervisor. Today in discussion with Soft Power, you will decide what project & jobs are best suited to your skills & needs. In the evening you will be transported back to the camp site for evening meal & relaxation. B.L.D. Days 2-14: You will complete project work on a daily basis, your daily work load will be designed to suit your aptitude & wishes. The emphasis is to create a rich learning environment by improving school infrastructures. B.L.D. Daily Routine: Every project is different & most volunteers will want to do different jobs. After a breakfast of local produce, you will be transported to your chosen project for a day of work. At the end of the morning you will have a lunch of local food followed by a short afternoon's work before heading back to the campsite. Here you will have the main meal of the day & be able to relax in the comfort of this beautiful camp site. The level of supervision that you will have depends on what you are doing. If you want to work with the local teachers or helpers, you will be provided with the necessary
Go to: www.dragoman.com
enter trip code: SPP
for trip notes
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