20 October 2026

Two participants wanted for Uganda: African Golden Cat Tour – June 3-16, 2027 (plus optional Mountain Gorilla extension in Bwindi) 

This tour is initiated by Simon van der Meulen (Dutch citizen) and Karen Czekalski (US citizen). We travelled together as part of small group tours on three previous occasions (Sri Lanka, Sabah, and Madagascar). We share a passion for wildlife and mammals (in particular wild cats) and are keen wildlife photographers. 

Focus of this tour is on finding the African Golden Cat, hence the 8 nights at Kibali. However, we’ll see a lot of other interesting mammals, reptiles and birds. Based on our specific requirements, the tour itself is organised by Harrier Tours, the premier bird- and mammalwatching specialist in Uganda.

This is a not-for-profit tour. I.e. you pay directly to Harrier Tours.

Max. number of participants is 4 (Simon and Karen have already committed and the tour will go ahead regardless).
Guides: Sam (the top-spotter and guide) and likely also Harriet Kemigisha (owner/proprietress of Harrier Tours) herself for the Kibali leg.

An extension option for Mountain Gorillas at Bwindi. This extension pertains to 3 nights in Bwindi and includes 1x Gorilla permit (see further detailed itinerary in annex).

The tour is scheduled June 3-16 (or 19 if you opt for the extension as well) of 2027.
Cost of the main tour is USD 4,250 (roughly EUR 3,790 or GBP 3,180) p.p. The Mountain Gorilla extension costs USD 2,850 (roughly EUR 2,540 or GBP 2,130) p.p.
Enclosed is a detailed itinerary, including costs overview
When interested, please contact: simon.vdmeulenATgmail.com
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Uganda – African Golden Cat trip 2027

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Simon van der Meulen
Dutchman. Since 2021 retired from a career in the banking industry (managing credit risk and environmental & social risks). In the course of my birdwatching explorations in the tropics, I have increasingly become interested in primates and cats that I incidentally encountered. Since recent, mammals and reptiles have become my focus of interest.
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