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Trip Overview

Destination: Africa

Travel Dates: August 2025

Group Size: 2 Adults

Contact Us

Agent’s Name: Sara Chelwick

Email: chelwicktravelco@gmail.com

Phone Number: (949)432-9024

Accommodations - Bwindi

Cloud Mountain Gorilla Lodge - July 30 - Aug 2

1 King Bed, sitting room, verandah, bedroom, en-suite bathroom

Included Amenities: All meals, teas & coffees and bar (except premium brands), Laundry service, Massage, Batwa Walk, Nkuringo Community Tour

Deluxe Cottage $1470/person/night

$8820 total

Other Cloud Mountain Fees

$800/person - $1600 total

Gorilla Permit July 31

$800/person - $1600 total

Gorilla Permit Aug 1

$40/person - $80 total

Gorilla Permit Fee

$388.15/person - $776.30 total

Flight/Transfer Entebbe to Lodge

$388.15/person - $776.30 total

Flight/Transfer Lodge to Entebbe

Total Cost

$8820

$3280

$1552.60

$13652.60

Accommodations

Gorilla Permit and Fees

Flights & Transfers

Total

Cancelation Policy

A deposit of $5396.80 made to confirm a reservation is non-refundable. Should a refund be requested 130 days or more prior to arrival, refund will be processed nett of bank fees and non-refundable deposit. Cancellations made 70 days or more prior to arrival, 50% refund will be processed nett of bank fees. Cancellations made 50 days or fewer prior to arrival will be subject to 100% cancellation charge of the full amount. Cancellations must be received in writing and will only be valid when receipt is acknowledged in writing.

Buhoma Lodge - July 30 - Aug 2

1 King Bed, balcony, En-suite bathrooms w/ hot showers and flush toilets, Wifi

Included Amenities: Full Board accommodation, 3 multiple course meals per day, all hot beverages and bar snacks, house drinks, one complimentary 30 minute massage per stay

Deluxe Cottage $495/person/night

Other Buhoma Fees

$300/person - $600 total

Flight Entebbe to Kihihi Airstrip

$300/person - $600 total

Flight Kihihi Airstrip to Entebbe

$280 total

Transfer Kihihi Airstrip to Lodge

$280 total

Transfer Lodge to Kihihi Airstrip

$800/person - $1600 total

Gorilla Permit July 31

$800/person - $1600 total

Gorilla Permit Aug 1

$35/permit - $140 total

Gorilla Permit Fee

Total Cost

$2970

$3340

$1760

$8070

Accommodations

Gorilla Permit and Fees

Flights & Transfers

Total

Cancelation Policy

A deposit of $1484.80 made to confirm a reservation is non-refundable. Should a refund be requested 51 days or more prior to arrival, refund will be processed nett of bank fees and non-refundable deposit. Cancellations made 41 days or more prior to arrival, 60% refund will be processed nett of bank fees. Cancellations made 21 days or more prior to arrival, 35% refund will be processed nett of bank fees. Cancellations made 20 days or fewer prior to arrival will be subject to 100% cancellation charge of the full amount. Cancellations must be received in writing and will only be valid when receipt is acknowledged in writing.

Accommodations - Serengeti

Arusha Legendary Lodge - Aug 2 - 3

1 King Bed or 2 Twins, Air Conditioning, Mosquito Nets, En-suite bathrooms w/ bath and shower, Wifi

Included Amenities: Dinner, bed and breakfast, and pre-stocked soft drinks in mini bar, Complimentary Internet, Nature walks, Cycling trails, Art in the garden, Tourism Department Levy Fee, Complimentary transfer between Lodge and Arusha Airport.

Garden Cottage $440/person/night

$880 total

Mwiba Lodge - Aug 3 - 7

1 King Bed or 2 Twins, Air Conditioning, Fans, Mosquito Nets, Bath and Shower, Wifi

Included Amenities: Full board: All meals, house wines, beers, local spirits, water, tea, coffee, juice and soft drinks, Unlimited game drives with picnic meals as well as night drives within our exclusive-use concession, Bush walks with a professional walking guide, Each booking is allocated a private safari vehicle and guide for maximum flexibility, Transfers between lodge and the nearest airstrip, Tribal experiences with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, Use of all lodge facilities including the gym, pool and jacuzzi, Daily laundry service and complimentary mini bar, Internet available in main areas and tented suites, Tourism Department Levy Fee

Tented Suite $2096/person/night

$16768 total

Nyasi Migrational Camp - Lamai (North) - Aug 7 - 11

1 King Bed or 2 Twins, Fans, Mosquito Nets, En-suite bathrooms w/ indoor shower, Wifi

Included Amenities: Full board: All meals, house wines, beers, local spirits, water, tea, coffee, juice and soft drinks, Unlimited game drives and picnic meal, Bush walks with a professional walking guide, Each booking is allocated a private safari vehicle and guide for maximum flexibility, Transfers between camp and the Lamai airstrip, Daily laundry service included, Internet available in the main areas only, Tourism Department Levy Fee

Tented Room $1308/person/night

$10464 total

Other Ledgedary Expedition Fees

$452/person - $904 total

Flight: Arusha to Mwiba Airstrip

$442/person - $884 total

Flight: Mwiba Airstrip to Lamai Airstrip

$395/person - $790 total

Flight: Lamai Airstrip to Arusha

$195/person/night - $1560 total

Mwiba Lodge Park Fee

$71/person/night - $568 total

Serengeti Nyasi Camping Fee

$83/person/night - $664 total

Serengeti Nyasi Park Fee

Optional Add Ons

$150/vehicle

*Arusha Legendary Lodge includes transfer from Arusha Airport, but not Kilimanjaro Airport.

Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Legendary Lodge in Arusha

$540/person - $1080 total

Depart Nyasi before sunrise and enjoy 1 hour in your hot air balloon floating over the surrounding area observing the local wildlife. Upon landing, enjoy a champagne brunch before returning to Nyasi Camp.

Nyasi Hot Air Ballooning

$85/person - $170 total

Recommended donations for staying in the parks. Your voluntary contribution goes directly into FCFT’s community projects. Our projects focus on education, health, and income generation activities for the rural communities surrounding our areas. Booking your safari with Legendary Expeditions makes a significant and meaningful difference to our communities – thank you for your generosity.

Friedkin Conservation Fund 2025

$2950 per hour (excluding landing & mobilisation fees)

Helicopter Tours can be fully tailored to guest request.

Suggested Routes:

Lake Eyasi (1 stop) - A light breakfast or evening snack is served before departing Mwiba and flying out over the Eyasi escarpment. With dramatically stunning views of the lake and escarpment, the pilot cruises at a low altitude over Lake Eyasi. Birdlife is abundant all year round with extensive birding on the lake from November to December, including pelicans and flamingos. The pilot then lands on the highest point of the escarpment for brunch or sundowner.

Southern Serengeti (2 stops) - Depending on time of departure, a light breakfast or lunch is served before departing Mwiba and flying over the Southern Serengeti region. Guests will experience a safari from the sky as they search for wildlife and soak in the vast landscapes. Stop off for a hot cup of coffee atop beautiful kopjes. With dramatically stunning views of the lake and escarpment, the pilot cruises east at a low altitude over Lake Eyasi. Birdlife is abundant all year round with extensive birding on the lake from November to December, including pelicans and flamingos. The pilot then lands up on the highest point of the escarpment for brunch or sundowner.

Great Rift Valley (3 stops) - A light breakfast or snack is served before departing Mwiba and flying through the Great Rift Valley on an incredible journey with brunch and coffee stops along the way. Fly over Lake Natron to see the flamingos, Lengai (an active volcano), and waterfalls with swimming pools before flying past the famous Ngorongoro Crater and Embakai Crater. Upon return for a late lunch, the pilot will fly down towards Lake Eyasi where guests can marvel at the shimmering water and striking escarpment. This trip is broken into journeys of 30-40 minute flights. We allow short breaks to soak in the view and provide a few longer stops for brunch and coffee / drinks.

Private Helicopter Tours

Total Cost

$28,112

$2792

$2578

$33482

Accommodations

Required Park and Camp Fees

Flight Transfers

Total

Cancelation Policy

A deposit of $6106 made to confirm a reservation is non-refundable. Should a refund be requested 51 days or more prior to arrival, refund will be processed nett of bank fees and non-refundable deposit. Cancellations made 50 days or fewer prior to arrival will be subject to 100% cancellation charge of the full amount. Cancellations must be received in writing and will only be valid when receipt is acknowledged in writing.

Contact us with questions or to book at chelwicktravelco@gmail.com or (949)432-9024