Iwanowski’s Individuelles Reisen GmbH

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About Iwanowskis Individuelles Reisen GmbH

Once again this year, we traveled repeatedly to Southern and Eastern Africa and returned with new experiences and insights. Benefit from the local expertise of our staff:

Roswitha Pynappel, Claudia Dane, and Katrin Neidig take care of our clients and impress with their excellent knowledge of details.

Arlene Herbst specifically handles our many vehicle clients and is well-prepared to answer all questions related to vehicles.

Pier Tegas and Petra Weenen jointly manage our flight department and also assist our clients with extensive destination knowledge.

Delia Rose Matzke is responsible for accounting and, among other things, issues travel vouchers and sends out travel documents.

Michael Iwanowski is the managing director of the company and also the author of the leading travel guides for Southern Africa.

Ursula Iwanowski handles controlling, international transfers, and catalog creation within the company.

Angelika Trippe and Lars Missalla support our customer-focused marketing activities.

In short: a team of 11 dedicated lovers of Southern Africa – what more could you ask for?

Five good reasons to choose Iwanowski’s Individuelles Reisen:

Years of experience

For about 30 years, we and the team at Iwanowski’s Individuelles Reisen have spent around 5,000 days—nearly 14 years—in Southern Africa. We’re happy to share this wealth of experience with you. Just ask us!

Expertise of an author team

The Iwanowski travel book publisher has been publishing individual travel guides for over 25 years, renowned for their quality and expertise. Its founder, Michael Iwanowski, published the first German-language guide to what was then “South-West Africa” in 1983; it reached its 25th edition in 2010 and is officially recommended by the Namibia Tourism Board for travelers to Namibia. At the same time, he organized numerous safaris to the country—thus giving rise to the travel agency “Iwanowski’s Individuelles Reisen.” It quickly developed into one of the market leaders in individual trips to Southern Africa.

Thanks to his work as a travel guide author, the evaluation of information follows particularly strict selection criteria. You benefit from the expertise of both the travel book publisher and the tour operator—and this combination of publisher and tour operator has been unique in the German tourism market for over 25 years!

Local contacts on-site

We work only with reliable local agencies that we’ve known for many years. This means you’ll always have dependable, often German-speaking contacts in the destination country during your trip, ready to help you quickly and easily with any questions or problems. Our clients who book customized accommodation arrangements receive a personalized itinerary.

Special offers

Thanks to our purchasing volume, we’re able to offer you new special offers for flights and rental cars on a regular basis. You’ll find these on our website frequently. Or simply subscribe to our newsletter so we can keep you updated.

Always well-informed

On our websites www.afrika.de and www.iwanowski.de, you’ll find up-to-date travel information daily. Learn here about news regarding your destination.

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Our safaris

At Iwanowskis Individuelles Reisen, we offer several safaris to Uganda, for example.

• Uganda Explorer
• Best-of-Uganda

Read here about what awaits you on our safaris.

Uganda-Explorer Safari

The highlights of this trip:

• English-speaking guides and drivers, along with usually full-board accommodation included
• Chimpanzee trekking included
• Wildlife viewing by jeep or on foot
• Boat trip on the Nile included
• Camping tour for active travelers with minimal comfort requirements

On this safari, you’ll get up close to Uganda’s most beautiful landscapes and highlights – including gorilla and chimpanzee trekking. This approximately 2,000 km journey explores the country and its unique natural treasures. Since part of the route involves difficult terrain, this safari is particularly suited for fit individuals and those who remain youthful and have few comfort demands. Depending on local conditions and weather, we adjust the route accordingly.

Day 1 (Sat): Entebbe – Kampala

Pickup at Entebbe Airport and transfer to Kampala. Overnight at Cassia Lodge.

Day 2 (Sun): Jinja – Lake Mburu National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Mburu National Park in southwestern Uganda. You’ll discover acacia-covered wet savannas, grasslands, and swampy landscapes. Dinner and camping overnight by the lakeshore.

Day 3 (Mon): Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Safari drive or hike through the park. You’ll encounter herds of zebras, buffalo, eland antelopes, oribis, and topis. Afterwards, drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Dinner and camping overnight.

Days 4 and 5 (Tue & Wed): Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with gorilla trekking

On the first day: Gorilla trekking in small groups (possibly several hours through rugged terrain). On the second day, take walks to a nearby village and go birdwatching in the surrounding area. Two nights of camping.

Days 6 and 7 (Thu & Fri): Queen Elizabeth National Park (Ishasha sector)

Travel from rainforests and mountains to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Over the next two days, you’ll explore vast savanna landscapes and the famous tree-climbing lions. Extensive game drives offer opportunities to spot wildlife. Two nights of camping with full-board meals.

Day 8 (Sat): Queen Elizabeth National Park with chimpanzee trekking

Drive in the morning to Maramagambo Forest and Kyambura Gorge. Hike into the up to 40-meter-deep gorge with dense tropical forest to find the chimpanzees. One night of camping with full-board meals.

Day 9 (Sun): Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Visit Queen Elizabeth Park once more in the morning. Then drive to the Rwenzori Mountains, also known as the “Moon Mountains” (border region between Congo and Uganda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Set up camp at a community center. In the afternoon, explore village settlements and various viewpoints. One night of camping with full-board meals.

Day 10 (Mon): Murchison Falls National Park

Depart early in the morning via Fort Portal to Murchison Falls National Park. In the country’s largest protected area, you’ll encounter lions, leopards, hippos, buffalo, and elephants. Overnight at Kaniyo-Pabidi Camp. Optional chimpanzee trekking is available. One night of camping with full-board meals.

Day 11 (Tue): Murchison Falls National Park, Nile waterfalls

Visit the Nile waterfalls: Here, the Nile plunges 40 meters down through a rock gorge just 6 meters wide into the Devil’s Cauldron. Afterwards, enjoy a boat trip on the Nile. You’ll spot hippos, crocodiles, and—with a bit of luck—the rare shoebill stork. One night of camping with full-board meals.

Day 12 (Wed): Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After breakfast, enjoy the views of the Victoria Nile Delta. In the afternoon, drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (a wildlife reserve dedicated to protecting endangered rhinos). One night of camping with full-board meals.

Day 13 (Thu): Jinja

Optional rhino trekking in the morning. Around noon, drive to Jinja. Farewell dinner (at your own expense) and say goodbye! Overnight in a DZ cabin, with breakfast and lunch included.

Day 14 (Fri): Jinja

After breakfast, transfer to Entebbe Airport.

Extension option

One additional night in camp in a DZ with breakfast, followed by: white-water rafting on the Nile, volunteering at a local aid project, or relaxing at camp.

Included services

• Transfers from/to Entebbe Airport to Kampala
• 1 extra night before the start of the safari
• The camping journey as described above, including 3 meals per day (unless otherwise stated)
• Activities as listed
• 1 gorilla trekking experience
• 1 chimpanzee trekking experience
• Camping and park entry fees
• English-speaking guide/driver

Not included services:

• Optional excursions
• Tips
• Personal expenses
• Visa fees
• Extra nights for extension

Participants

Minimum 4, maximum 17 per vehicle, plus one accompanying guide.

Price

Per person in a DZ; travel dates in 2011: 1,669 EUR*

*Plus a local payment due on-site (Gorilla Permit): 500 USD per person.

Best-of-Uganda Safari

On this 8-day group safari, you’ll visit Uganda’s most beautiful national parks. Highlights of this trip include:

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi National Park (or Parc National des Volcans in Rwanda)
• Game drives in Queen Elizabeth Park
• Chimpanzee trekking in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Day 1: Entebbe/Kampala

Arrival in Entebbe and transfer to Kampala. The afternoon is at your disposal, or you can take a trip to Ngamba Island (to visit the sanctuary for orphaned chimpanzees). Overnight stay at the 4-star Lake Victoria Windsor Hotel, Boma Guest Lodge, or Entebbe Gately with breakfast included.

Day 2: Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy game drives, a boat ride, or a guided walking safari with armed rangers. Overnight stay at Mantana Tented Camp or Mahingo Lodge with full-board accommodation.

Day 3: Bwindi National Park, Parc National des Volcans

Drive via Kabale through the highlands of Uganda (“the Switzerland of Africa”) to either Buhoma (Bwindi National Park) or Kisoro/Ruhengeri (Parc National des Volcans in Rwanda). Overnight stay at Buhoma Lodge or a lodge within Parc National des Volcans with full-board meals.

Day 4: Bwindi National Park or Parc National des Volcans – Gorilla trekking

In Bwindi National Park, you’ll visit one of the four habituated gorilla groups. The jungle trek can take up to 6 hours. The rest of the day is free to explore the camp. Overnight stay at Buhoma Lodge or Parc National des Volcans with full-board meals.

Day 5: Bwindi National Park or Parc National des Volcans

You can either go on a second gorilla trek or visit a nearby village to buy handmade souvenirs. You might also visit a local school. Birdwatchers will appreciate a morning walk through the national park. Overnight stay at Buhoma Lodge with full-board meals.

Days 6 and 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park, Ishasha sector

After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The Ishasha sector in the southern part of the park is famous for its tree-climbing lions. The journey to your accommodation already counts as your first game drive. The next day, enjoy more game drives to spot elephants, waterbucks, giant forest hogs, and buffaloes. The planned boat trip on the Kazinga Channel will be unforgettable. If time permits, you can also observe bats, forest cobras, and pythons in the eastern Maramagambo Forest, or visit the chimpanzees in Chamburu Gorge. Two nights’ stay at Ishasha Wilderness Camp or one night at Mweya Lodge with full-board meals.

Day 8: Entebbe

Drive back via Kampala’s markets to Entebbe. Arrival in Entebbe is around 4:00 PM. An additional overnight stay is recommended for those interested in further activities (such as closer encounters with chimpanzees, white-water rafting, etc.). In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Included services

• Airport transfers in Entebbe
• Travel in a 4×4 off-road vehicle with a sunroof
• Accommodation, meals, and activities as described
• Full-board meals during the safari and breakfast in Entebbe
• One gorilla permit
• A boat ride on the Kazinga Channel
• A walking safari in Bwindi National Park
• A walking safari or boat ride in Lake Mburo National Park, plus a game drive
• A game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Park entrance fees
• English-speaking guide

Excluded services:

• Tips
• Personal expenses
• Beverages
• Visa fees
• Additional activities/permits, such as chimpanzee trekking (currently $50 per person)
• Extra gorilla trekking (currently $500 per person)

Group size

Minimum 2 people, maximum 7 people per vehicle.

Tour price

Date	Price per person (double room)	Single-room supplement
01.11.10 – 31.12.10	2,592 €*	292 €*
01.01.11 – 31.10.11	2,788 €	338 €

*Christmas supplement from 23.12.10 to 01.01.11: 129 € per person.

Extension option to Ngamba Island (minimum 2 people):

Day 1:

Boat transfer from Entebbe to Ngamba Island. This private island in Lake Victoria provides a new home for chimpanzees. Every day, keepers feed the chimpanzees, allowing visitors to watch. A guided walk with the chimpanzees is also available for an extra fee (about $500 per person). Alternatively, you can explore the lake by canoe and go birdwatching. Overnight stay at Ngamba Island Tented Camp with dinner and breakfast included.

Price per person in a double room

Date	Price per person (double room)
01.11.10 – 31.12.10	285 €
01.01.11 – 31.10.11	309 €

Single-room supplement available upon request

Order the catalog

Are you interested in our latest Africa travel catalog? We’ll gladly send it to you. Order the Africa travel catalog on our website www.afrika.de/Katalogbestellung.

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