Through the Lens: Uganda's Primate & Shoebill Quest
- Uganda | Africa
- 2028 Departures
The Untamed Jaguars of Pantanal Expedition takes guests deep into Brazil’s vast wetland wilderness.
The journey begins at Pousada Piuval, located on the drier outer fringes of the Pantanal, offering excellent birding and land-based wildlife viewing.
From there, the expedition continues to the famous Jaguarland in Porto Jofre, the undisputed jaguar capital of the world where guests spend five full days exploring the rivers and channels by boat in search of these powerful big cats, along with giant otters, caiman, and a spectacular array of birdlife.
Uganda is home to some of Africa's most diverse and accessible wildlife, with a landscape ranging from snow-capped mountains to vast savannahs and dense rainforests. Located in East Africa, this compact but ecologically rich country offers wildlife viewing that is both abundant and world-renowned.
1,070+
Species of birds
1,500+
Mountain gorillas
(half of the world's remaining population, in Bwindi alone)
340+
Species of Mammals
Uganda is a landlocked country often called the “Pearl of Africa.” It encompasses a stunning mosaic of habitats: savannah plains (Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls National Parks), tropical rainforests (Bwindi and Kibale), freshwater lakes (including Lake Victoria, the largest in Africa), and the Rwenzori Mountains (Africa’s third-highest peak). While few species are strictly endemic, Uganda’s extraordinary biodiversity comes from sitting at the crossroads of East African savannah, West African rainforest, and Central African ecosystems.
During the wet seasons (March–May and October–November), heavy rains make some roads impassable but bring lush vegetation. During the dry seasons (June–September and December–February), animals gather around shrinking water sources, offering spectacular game viewing. Despite challenges from human-wildlife conflict and habitat pressure due to one of the world’s highest population growth rates, Uganda has made significant strides in community-based conservation and anti-poaching efforts. Gorilla trekking permits and tourism revenue directly fund ranger programs and local development. As a result, Uganda remains a premier safari destination, hosting an incredible density and diversity of wildlife found almost nowhere else on Earth.
Home of the Primates
Mammal Species
Pearl of Africa
- Transfer departs from Entebbe International Airport
- Transfer arrives at No.5 Boutique Hotel
- Check In at No.5 Boutique Hotel
Room Type: Luxury Room x 5
Basis of Stay: Breakfast Included
- Half Day Activity - Mabamba Swamp Excursion
- Overnight at No.5 Boutique Hotel
- Check Out from No.5 Boutique Hotel
- 5:30 AM - Transfer departs from No.5 Boutique Hotel
Transfer arrives at Entebbe International Airport - 7:00 AM - Flight departs from Entebbe International Airport
- 8:30 AM - Flight arrives at Kasese
- Check In at Turaco Treetops
Room Type: Standard Rooms x 5
Basis of Stay: Full Board
Excludes Drinks - Chimpanzee Trek
- Half Day Activity - Community Cultural Visit
- Half Day Activity - Chimpanzee Trek
- Overnight at Turaco Treetops
- Half Day Activity - Chimpanzee Trek
- Half Day Activity - Bird Watching in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
- Overnight at Turaco Treetops
- Check Out from Turaco Treetops
- Transfer departs from Turaco Treetops
- Transfer arrives at Ishasha Wilderness Camp
- Private boat cruise on the famous Kazinga Channel
- Check In at Ishasha Wilderness Camp
Room Type: Tent x 5
Basis of Stay: Full Board With All Drinks (Excluding Premium Wines, Spirits, And Champagnes)
- Full Day Activity - Morning and Afternoon Game Drive in Ishasha Sector, a region of Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Overnight at Ishasha Wilderness Camp
- Check Out from Ishasha Wilderness Camp
- Road Transfer & Ride 4 a Woman project
- Transfer departs from Ishasha Wilderness Camp
- Transfer arrives at Buhoma Lodge.
- Check In at Buhoma LodgeRoom Type: Chalet x 5Basis of Stay: Full Board With All Drinks (Excluding Premium Wines, Spirits, And Champagnes)
- Uganda Gorilla Trek
- Overnight at Buhoma Lodge
- Check Out from Buhoma Lodge
- Transfer departs from Buhoma Lodge
- Transfer arrives at Kihihi Airstrip
- 8:35 AM - Flight departs from Kihihi Airstrip
- 11:25 AM - Flight arrives at Entebbe International Airport
Inclusions
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Drinks as stipulated in the itinerary – non-premium drinks
- Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary
- All ground transportation and transfers as indicated, which are inclusive of fuel and English speaking guide in two 4x4 safari land cruisers
- Activities as stipulated in the itinerary
- Park, ranger guide, conservation fees
- Community bed night fees
- All applicable taxes, administration, and banking fees
- Recue Flying Doctors emergency evacuation
- Scheduled flight from Entebbe to Kasese and Kihihi to Entebbe
- Laundry at Ishasha and Buhoma Lodge
- Meet and greet service upon arrival in Entebbe on day One
- Private boat trip on Kazinga Channel
Exclusions
- All passport and visa fees:
- International flights and associated airport departure taxes
- Gorilla and chimpanzee permits as stipulated in the itinerary
- Meals not specified (including lunch and other meal stops between properties on overland sectors)
- Drinks were not stipulated in the itinerary – premium drinks
- Items of a personal nature
- Laundry in Entebbe and Kibale
- Gratuities for guides / drivers / hotel staff etc.
- Any extras and additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Charges incurred as a result of delays or cancellations or other inconveniences beyond our control
- Trip cancellation, travel delay, or baggage insurance
- All statutory increases beyond our control
- Travel / medical insurance
- All health vaccinations and medications, including, but not limited to: Yellow Fever vaccinations are currently compulsory for entry into Uganda.
- All those entering Uganda must own a valid and original Yellow Fever vaccination card
Payment Terms
- 25% Non Refundable deposit to secure the trip.
- 75% Balance to be paid 120 days prior to date of arrival.
- 100% payment due if the start date of the tour is within or less than 120 days of booking
A photo odyssey with Sara Jenner
For as long as Sara could remember she has had a passion for travel and searching for the wildest and most remote places on earth. Back in the UK when she was only 10, she remembers trading in her favourite pink bicycle for the money to start her travel fund. Every birthday and Christmas she added a little more in the kitty and finally, at 18 she realised her dream of diving at the Great Barrier Reef!
Ever since Sara has been travelling the globe in search of wild and remote places and has spent many months volunteering on wildlife conservation projects in a bid to help endangered species. Sara’s love of wildlife and the great outdoors has taken her to all seven continents. Over the past decade she has travelled extensively in the polar regions working as an Expedition Leader on small vessels in the High Arctic, Antarctica, and Sub Antarctic Islands.
Sara’s love for the wild extends beyond icy landscapes. As a photographic guide in the heart of Botswana, the enchanting realms of East Africa, and the mystical landscapes of India, she truly leads a life of two wondrous halves. With each click of her camera, Sara weaves captivating tales of nature and its untamed inhabitants, crafting exquisite snapshots of life’s most precious moments.
Step into Sara’s world and let her lens transport you to the untamed, where the beauty of wildlife dances in every frame.
SARA JENNER,
Trip Leader
Tour Price
$11,000 USD
Per Person
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