17-DAY ADVENTURE SAFARI
DAY 1: Arrival and no activity DAY 2: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National park. DAY 3: Gorilla trekking in the.
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Plan this TripThe 4 Days Uganda safari to Lake Mburo National Park and gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is a budget-friendly package. It offers a game viewing tour in the savannas of Lake Mburo NP and gorilla trekking in Bwindi. Lake Mburo NP is Uganda’s most accessible wildlife park, home to zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, Rothschild giraffes, hippos, and more. Bwindi NP is renowned for its gorillas, buffaloes, and a rich diversity of bird species.
Trip Itinerary
- Day 1: Travel from Kampala/Entebbe to Lake Mburo NP, boat cruise tour
- Day 2: Game drive & transfer to Bwindi by road
- Day 3: Trek with Bwindi rare mountain gorillas
- Day 4: Depart from Bwindi to Kampala or Entebbe city
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Travel from Kampala/Entebbe to Lake Mburo NP, boat cruise tour
The adventure begins with a pickup and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, a short drive of about 3-4 hours via Masaka city with a stop at the Equator. Lake Mburo NP features woodland and savanna grasslands, home to buffaloes, impalas, zebras, hyenas, leopards, and birds like yellow papyrus gonoleks.
Check in at the safari lodge and enjoy lunch. Afterward, take a 2-3 hour boat cruise on Lake Mburo, viewing hippos, crocodiles, and water birds.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Leopard Camp/Rwonyo Rest Camp
- Midrange: Rwakobo Rock/Mpogo Safari Lodge
- Luxury: Kigambira Lodge/Mihingo Lodge
Day 2: Game drive & transfer to Bwindi by road
Begin with a guided game drive through Lake Mburo NP, encountering cape buffaloes, hyenas, reedbucks, oribis, and Rothschild giraffes. After the game drive, travel by road to Bwindi NP in Southwestern Uganda.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Bakiga Lodge
- Midrange: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
- Luxury: Ruhija Gorilla Lodge
Day 3: Trek with Bwindi rare mountain gorillas
Gorilla trekking is a unique adventure. Start with a briefing at the park offices, then trek through the jungle to find a family of mountain gorillas. The trek can take 2-6 hours. Once located, spend an hour observing and photographing the gorillas.
After trekking, return to your lodge for relaxation. In the evening, visit the Batwa community to learn about their traditional tools and enjoy cultural dances and music.
Accommodation:
- Budget: Bakiga Lodge
- Midrange: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
- Luxury: Ruhija Gorilla Lodge
Day 4: Depart from Bwindi to Kampala or Entebbe city
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, then check out and drive back to Kampala or Entebbe city.
End of safari
Inclusions
- Park entrance fees
- Accommodation and meals as per the travel plan
- Travel by road and services of an English-speaking guide
- Game drives
- Boat cruise
- Gorilla permits
- Batwa community tour
Exclusions
- Tips
- Laundry
- Telephone costs
- Travel Insurance
- Extra/optional activities
- Cigars
- Shopping
- Souvenirs
- Extra accommodation before or after the trip
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Thanks for the most spectacular chimpanzee and gorilla safari in Bwindi National park. What an experience! Special thanks to Lydia who organized it and always checked on us while en route. Two thumbs up.
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I booked a tour with Lydia from Kigali to Bwindi for the gorilla trekking. Scords was an amazing guide and everything was perfectly organized! Can only recommend...
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