This five-day safari is designed for travelers whose main goal is to experience mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda while also enjoying the scenic beauty of southwestern Uganda. The journey takes you through rolling hills, rural communities, and the famous Bwindi rainforest before ending with a relaxing stay at Lake Bunyonyi.
5-Day Gorilla Trekking & Lake Bunyonyi Safari
From
$2100.00
Duration
5 days
Tour Type
Overview
Included/Exclude
- Park entry fees
- Walking safari
- Boat cruise
- Accommodation
- Transportation
- Driver-guide
- Meals as indicated
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Domestic Flights
Day to Day Plan
Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Kampala or Entebbe. Drive southwest through Uganda's beautiful countryside, passing towns and farming communities along the way.
There will be a stop at the Equator for photographs and refreshments before continuing toward Bwindi. Arrive in the late afternoon and check into your lodge near the national park.
Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the next day's gorilla trekking adventure.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.
You will then begin your trek into the dense rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The hike can take several hours depending on the location of the gorillas.
Once the gorillas are found, you will spend approximately one hour observing them as they feed, rest, and interact in their natural habitat.
After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi
After breakfast, leave Bwindi and drive to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda's most scenic lakes.
Check into your accommodation overlooking the lake. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride to explore some of the lake's islands and admire the surrounding hills.
Spend the evening relaxing by the lake.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge at Lake Bunyonyi
Enjoy a relaxed day at Lake Bunyonyi.
Optional activities include canoeing, swimming, bird watching, nature walks, or visiting nearby communities. The peaceful setting makes this an ideal opportunity to rest after gorilla trekking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast, begin the drive back to Kampala or Entebbe. Stop for lunch along the way and arrive in the afternoon or evening.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Booking Tour
Max Guests
50
Min Age
12+
