5 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari - Gorilla Trek and Lion Tracking

This combined 5 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park offers a thrilling gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi and lion tracking along the Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a tropical rainforest park with over 459 mountain gorillas. Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s second largest park, boasts diverse fauna including lions, elephants, buffaloes, and over 625 bird species.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Masaka
Day 2: Lion tracking in Kasenyi Plains & boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi and en-route Ishasha game drive
Day 4: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi & afternoon community visit
Day 5: Departure in the morning

Detailed Itinerary

+ Day 1: Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Masaka

Leave Kampala after breakfast and travel through Masaka-Mbarara-Bushenyi. Stop at the Equator crossing for photography and optional water experiment. Continue to Igongo or a hotel in Mbarara city for lunch, then proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Accommodation:

Budget: Simba Tented Camp
Midrange: Elephant Plains Lodge/Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge
Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge

+ Day 2: Lion tracking in Kasenyi Plains & boat cruise on Kazinga Channel

After breakfast, experience lion trekking in Kasenyi Plains. Learn about lions and other wildlife such as elephants and buffaloes. Return for lunch, then take a boat cruise on Kazinga Channel to observe aquatic species like hippos, Nile crocodiles, and various birds.

Accommodation:

Budget: Simba Tented Camp
Midrange: Elephant Plains Lodge/Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge
Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge

+ Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi and en-route Ishasha game drive

After a hearty breakfast, check out and drive south to Bwindi NP, with a game drive through Ishasha sector to see tree-climbing lions and other mammals. Arrive in Bwindi NP and enjoy the evening at your lodge.

Accommodation:

Budget: Buhoma Community Rest Camp
Midrange: Engagi Lodge
Luxury: Buhoma Lodge or Mahogany Springs

+ Day 4: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi & afternoon community visit

Enjoy breakfast and transfer to Buhoma for gorilla trekking. After a briefing and allocation of gorilla families, trek through the forest for 2-6 hours to find and interact with a gorilla family. Return to the lodge for relaxation, then visit the Batwa community to learn about their culture and enjoy traditional dances.

Accommodation:

Budget: Buhoma Community Rest Camp
Midrange: Engagi Lodge
Luxury: Buhoma Lodge or Mahogany Springs

+ Day 5: Departure in the morning

Enjoy a morning cup of tea or coffee, check out of the lodge, and drive back to Kampala or Entebbe city.

End of safari

Inclusions

Park entry fees
All relevant government taxes
A professional driver/guide in Uganda
All activities except when indicated optional
Accommodation fees (4 nights) and meals
Valid gorilla permits
Lion trekking experience

Exclusions

Tips
Laundry
Travel Insurance
Visa fees
International airfares
Extra accommodation fees
Shopping and other personal expenses

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