Great Primate Tracking Expedition

Additional Information

Important Permit & Pricing Notes:

* Two gorilla permits (1 in Bwindi & 1 in PNV) are included in the land cost. Additional permits are $500 per person, per daily permit. All gorilla permits are subject to availability at the time of booking.
* Gorilla permit prices cannot be guaranteed until purchased. Prices are set by the respective government and we have no control over any changes. We may not receive advance notice of an upcoming change, however we do not expect another.
* Land cost is based on 2008 pricing and will remain valid until 2009 pricing is available, most likely sometime in July / August 2008. We highly recommend booking as soon as possible to guarantee both pricing and permit availability.

About your guide: As a Ph.D. graduate of the University of Michigan School of Natural Resources & Environment and a former US peace corps volunteer and program director in Nepal, Will has strong ties throughout the world. In addition to serving as a conservation education adviser to the Nepal government, he has traveled and guided widely in Africa, South America, Asia, Australia and other Pacific destinations. A photographer and birder, Will is currently an advisor to the Hawk Migration Association of North America and a member of many ornithological and conservation organizations. This will be Will's second trip to Rwanda. Join him on this exciting wildlife adventure!

Detailed Trip Information

Dates	Jun 18 to Jul 2, 2009
Duration	15 days in Rwanda & Uganda
Land Cost	$8,195 (JOURNEYS Alumni: $7,835 per person) - pricing includes 2 gorilla permits. Please see notes for additional details.
Single Supplement	$1,175
Lodging	, comfortable & delightful lodges
Grade	II potentially long hiking
Group Size	10-14

Trip Terms & Conditions

Included in costs: Meals as noted, each night in double occupancy accommodations, land transfers between components, English speaking guides, park or site entry fees, surface transport, equipment other than personal gear, government tax, airport transfer assistance, in-country ticket reconfirmation & check-in assistance (where permitted), complete pre-departure packet, toll-free pre-departure phone assistance.

Not included in costs: Meals not noted as included, gratuities, beverages (except tea or coffee at meals), international or domestic airfare unless specified, airport departure taxes not included with air tickets, visas, itinerary changes after confirmation, any services not included in itinerary, any costs incurred due to canceled or delayed flights, acts of nature or other happenings beyond our control, or other costs as are more fully described in JOURNEYS Terms & Conditions.

Deposit and payment schedule: $500 per person per trip or the applicable amount based on the trip and the proximity of the departure date. A second deposit of $800 per person is due four months prior to departure, and final payment for land arrangements is due 60 days prior to departure. Airlines require full payment when tickets are issued. The deposit may be made by Visa, Master Card or check, and the Reservation Form may be submitted by fax, mail or via our website. Full payment schedule and cancellation penalties are described in our Terms and Conditions as noted in our Global Expedition Catalog, on our website and elsewhere. Please request these if you do not have them before advancing a deposit.

Insurance: When you make your application, we strongly recommend the purchase of comprehensive travel insurance in case of emergency situations. Please contact us for a recommended policy.

Air fares: JOURNEYS can make complete air arrangements applicable to your trip as noted in this itinerary. If you wish to redeem frequent flyer mileage or arrange flights directly with the airline, you may do so on your own at no penalty. If you do, please consult with us on exact arrival and departure dates and times before having your tickets issued to avoid errors.

Itinerary Change Fee: There will be a $40 fee for changes once an itinerary has been confirmed and approved. Additional cancellation penalties or change fees may apply as per our terms and conditions. The passenger is responsible for such fees.

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Internet Resources

• Center for Disease Control
• Consular Information Sheet
• Detailed Facts About Rwanda
• Reading List