Bwindi Gorillas & Lake Mburo Wildlife Safari
4 Days Uganda Gorilla Wildlife Safari
The Uganda Gorilla Wildlife Safari (4 Day Bwindi & Lake Mburo Wildlife) will expose you to both Uganda’s Forested park and the Savannah Plains in Bwindi Impenetrable and Lake Mburo National Parks respectively.
While in these two parks you will see various wildlife species like the Mountain gorillas, forest elephants, buffaloes, monkeys in Bwindi, and a big number of zebras, topis, Uganda kobs, giraffes, among others in Lake Mburo as well as bird species in both parks and above all you will enjoy the comfortable hospitable climate and nature.
4 Days Uganda Gorilla Wildlife Safari Highlights
Details of 4 Days Uganda Gorilla Wildlife Safari
Day 1of Uganda Gorilla Wildlife Safari, Transfer From Kampala to Bwindi National Park
On this day, you will set off from Kampala at 7 am immediately after your breakfast for the 8 hours journey. Drive to the Southwestern part of Uganda to Bwindi. This journey will be incredible as you will be seeing various things on the way such as banana and coffee plantations, long horned cattle, rolling hills.
You will have a stop in Mbarara town after which you will embark on the road through the terraced Kigezi highlands, later arrive at Bwindi impenetrable National Park which hosts a rich ecosystem of different living organisms which you will be viewing the next day. Enjoy Dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation Options; Travelers Rest Hotel/Valley lodge(Budget), Lake Mutanda Resort/Chameleon Hill(Moderate), Volcanoes safai Lodge/Rushaga Gorilla safari lodge(Up market) Meal Plan; Lunch and Dinner
Day 2 of 4 Days Gorilla & Wildlife Gorilla tracking
Start your day with a tasty breakfast and make sure you carry packed lunch from the lodge, also other materials you might need like cameras, sturdy shoes, drinking water, sun glasses, rain jackets, and a pair of long trousers. Your guide will take you to the information center for briefing where you will meet with other trekkers before you start trekking at 8:00am.
After briefing, enter the mighty Bwindi forest as led by the Park rangers, who will take you to where the Gorillas can be located at that time. The activity takes around 2 to 8 hours, this is because these gentle giants migrate and cannot be stationed in one place, they move basing on the availability of food and water. Also remember that no skill is needed to track gorillas though one needs to be fit enough at least.
There is nothing as astonishing and thrilling as watching the silverbacks guard their bases, watch the females feed young ones, play, and grumble at each other among other things, you will take enough photos. Return to the lodge after, in the evening if time is available you could also have a walk in the Batwa community and see how they live. After have dinner and overnight
Accommodation Options; Travelers Rest Hotel/Valley lodge(Budget), Lake Mutanda Resort/Chameleon Hill(Moderate), Volcanoes Lodge/Rushaga Gorilla safari lodge(Up market) Meal Plan; Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 of Uganda Gorilla Wildlife Safari, Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park
In the morning on this day, you will have breakfast and thereafter you will drive eastwards to Lake Mburo National Park a home to large numbers of antelopes, and other animals like Buchells Zebras, hippos, warthogs, buffaloes, and birds, leaving the spectacular Kigezi highlands behind passing via Mbarara town which is home to the long-horned cattle.
You will have lunch along the way, later arrive at the park, check in at the lodge and have an evening game drive. Have dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation options; Mantana Tented Camp/Mihingo Lodge(Up-market), Rwakobo Rock/Lake Mburo Safari Lodge(Mid-range), Rwonyo Campsite(Budget) Meal Plan; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4 of Uganda Gorilla Wildlife Safari, Boat Safari on Lake Mburo and Departure back to Kampala
Start your day with a delicious breakfast before heading out on an unforgettable walking safari adventure. This guided experience offers a unique opportunity to encounter a variety of wildlife up close, including buffaloes, hippos, and crocodiles along the shallow waters. Bird enthusiasts will also enjoy spotting iconic species such as crested cranes, saddle-billed storks, and Abyssinian ground hornbills, along with many other native birds.
After the safari, return to the lodge to relax and unwind—whether at the bar area or by the swimming pool. Enjoy a satisfying lunch before bidding farewell to the park and its staff as you begin your journey back to Kampala.
On the way, stop at the Equator for memorable photos and a chance to shop for locally made crafts and souvenirs. Arrive in Kampala in the late evening, marking the end of your incredible safari experience
4 Days Uganda Gorilla Wildlife Safari Includes and Excludes
Price Includes:
- Gorilla Permits
- English Speaking Guide
Park Entrance Fees
- Boat Rides
- Cultural Tours
- All Activities Mentioned
Price Excludes:
International flight fare
- Entry Visas
- Laundry services
- Tips
- Alcoholic Drinks
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