A short drive from Kyambura Gorge Lodge, we entered Queen Elizabeth National Park. We made our way down a bumpy dirt road to the check in center for visitors to the Kazinga Channel.
While we took a quick bathroom break, we had a chance to see warthogs wandering around the grounds, stopping to munch as they walked! (I had NO idea the warthogs knelt down with their front legs in order to eat!) We also saw a family of banded mongoose scurrying about!
Queen Elizabeth National Park - meeting some warthogs! (Erin Correia)
After checking in, we hopped back into the car and drove down to the boat docks. This is where the Volcanoes Safaris difference really comes into play. As we approached the dock, we saw the big double-decker tourist boat lined up. Travelers were being packed into it to begin their cruise of the channel - with many travelers stuck in upper deck, central seats, nowhere near the water. Our guide led us away from this boat, and on to our own private little luxury boat where every leather seat was close to the water, the wine was flowing freely, and the snacks were plentiful!
Kazinga Channel Cruise - the wine was ever-flowing and the snacks were delicious! (Erin Correia)
Thanks to our small size, we were able to cruise right along the coast as we made our way down the channel. The bird lovers were in paradise as we spotted and photographed so many beautiful (and often tiny) species of birds.
Kazinga Channel Cruise - enjoying the buffalo and crane (Erin Correia)
The mammal lovers were thrilled by the up-close encounters with buffalo and hippos in the water.
Along the shoreline, we also delighted in seeing crocodiles, elephants, warthogs, water bucks, monitor lizards and vervet monkeys as they enjoyed their beautiful evening by the river.
I was thankful for Volcanoes Safaris and how they operate this visit, which allowed us to have up close and personal experiences with these amazing creatures!
He gave us honest information about different options we were considering, and he made everything happen in our shortened timeframe. We would be happy to work with him again!
Sarah Wilce
1 hour ago
Super friendly & helpful . Jessica tailored the perfect vacation. We can't wait to begin the adventure.
Jeremy
1 day ago
Erin seemed to know all about Galapagos locations and travel
Ted Farber
1 day ago
Working with a company that is in USA and had english speaking helpers.
tamara helland
1 day ago
Replied quickly
Could understand person clearly.
Dianne
5 days ago
He gave us honest information about different options we were considering, and he made everything happen in our shortened timeframe. We would be happy to work with him again!
Sarah Wilce
1 hour ago
Super friendly & helpful . Jessica tailored the perfect vacation. We can't wait to begin the adventure.
Jeremy
1 day ago
Erin seemed to know all about Galapagos locations and travel
Ted Farber
1 day ago
Working with a company that is in USA and had english speaking helpers.
tamara helland
1 day ago
Replied quickly
Could understand person clearly.
Dianne
5 days ago
He gave us honest information about different options we were considering, and he made everything happen in our shortened timeframe. We would be happy to work with him again!
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