Somak Safaris

Gorillas in PNV and Southern Bwindi- 7 Days

This safari takes you to two gorilla parks – Parc National des Volcans (PNV) in Rwanda and Mgahinga in Uganda, an opportunity to track gorillas more than once. PNV has five habituated gorilla families and tracking usually takes only a few hours. Mgahinga, is on has one habituated family and it is also a great place to appreciate the unique Virunga volcanoes. Do not miss this rare opportunity of seeing some of the last remaining 700 mountain gorillas in the world.

Itinerary

Day 1: Saturday Rwanda/Parc National des Volcans (PNV)

Arrive Kigali and depart for PNV. The journey takes you through the beautiful terraced hillsides that characterize much of Rwanda’s landscape, gradually climbing to the base of the awesome Virunga volcanoes, sometimes with as many as five peaks visible. (L, D) Volcanoes Virunga Lodge

Day 2: Sunday Parc National des Volcans (PNV)

This morning track the gorillas in PNV through the light mountain forest on the slopes of the Virunga’s. If you are lucky you may spot the gorillas after a few hours walk, however some gorilla families are more elusive and tracking can take a full day, especially when it is wet and muddy. (B, L, D) Volcanoes Virunga Lodge

Day 3: Monday Parc National des Volcans (PNV)

This morning you may opt to go gorilla tracking again in PNV (must purchase extra permit at time of booking), or visit the golden monkeys or drive to Gisenyi, visit Ross Carr's orphanage and Lake Kivu or climb the Visoke/Muhavura volcanoes, or trek to Dian Fossey's grave, or visit the local school, community projects or walk to Lake Bulera. (B, L, D) Volcanoes Virunga Lodge

Day 4: Tuesday Mgahinga, Uganda

Morning is at your leisure before your drive to Mgahinga Park in Uganda. (B, L, D) Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge

Day 5: Wednesday Mgahinga

After breakfast your may opt to either go gorilla tracking (must purchase extra permit at time of booking), or climb a volcano, or go for a nature walk, or visit golden monkeys in Mgahinga. (B, L, D) Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge

Day 6: Thursday Kigali, Rwanda

Return to Rwanda. Time permitting you may tour the city, a visit to the market, pottery project, handicraft shops, the Franco-Rwandan cultural centre and the genocide memorial. Overnight in Kigali. (B, L) Intercontinental Hotel

Day 7: Friday Depart

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

Accommodation



Volcanoes Virungas Lodge	Volcanoes Virungas Lodge is set on the crown of a high hill overlooking the 5 Virunga Volcanoes and has almost 360 degree views of the surrounding area. A patchwork of farmlands and the beautiful volcanic Lake Ruhondo and Lake Bulera lie below, ringed by the volcanoes and far hills. Volcanoes Virungas Lodge is built in the local style from wood and stone, with clay-tiled roofs, and has a rustic and tranquil atmosphere.

Mount Gahina Lodge	Mount Gahinga Lodge nestles at the foot and in the shadow of the dramatic Virunga Volcanoes in south western Uganda, on the border with Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Guests at Mount Gahinga are accommodated in nine comfortable thatched bandas each with their own private bathroom facilities and stunning views towards the Virunga Volcanoes.


Intercontinental Hotel	The newest InterContinental hotel brings luxury to Rwanda. Ideally located for a business or leisure stay the InterContinental Kigali provides all that you need to make your stay here memorable.

Dates and Prices

Classic Uganda and Rwanda

2008 Guaranteed departures from Kigali

Departure Dates   Per Person   Single
Supplement

Jan 12 $3950 $465

Feb 23 $3950 $465

Mar 08 $3950 $465

Apr 12 $3950 $465

May 10 $3950 $465

Jun 21 $3950 $465

Jul 12 $3950 $465

Aug 30 $3950 $465

Sep 20 $3950 $465

Oct 11 $3950 $465

Nov 08 $3950 $465

Dec 20 $3950 $465

International airfare from New York in Economy Class

Add-on fares available from other cities

**2009 Guaranteed departures

Jan  03 May 02 Sep 05

Feb 07 Jun 06 Oct 03

Mar  07 Jul   04 Nov 07

Apr  04 Aug 01 Dec 05

**Prices for 2008 will be available after July 31, 2008

NOTES

· Only One PNV gorilla permit is included in the price all other gorilla tracking

activities will require purchase of additional permits at the time o booking, the

cost is $500 per permit

· Gorilla permit prices are subject to change without notice

· Prices are valid until 31 December 2008

· International flights not included

· Visa and associated costs note included

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