4 Days Uganda Gorillas & Leisure Safari (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi)
4 Days Uganda Gorillas & Leisure Safari (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi): This 4 days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi) is one of the relaxed gorilla trekking adventure in Uganda the pearl of Africa taking you to a breath taking safari far south western part of Uganda in Kanungu district where Bwindi impenetrable forest national park is situated. While in Bwindi impenetrable national park, you will trek endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitats with in Bwindi the best destination for gorilla trekking in the whole world due to the fact that it harbors a largest population of the still surviving endangered mountain gorillas. Other gorillas are trekked in Mgahinga gorilla national park a home to only one habituated gorilla family known as Nyakagezi. Other gorilla families are trekked in Volcanoes national park Rwanda and Virunga national park in Democratic Republic of Congo. Well, while on this 4 days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi), you will then head to Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale district where you will relaxed on the world’s 2nd deepest lake with fresh water free from bilharzia and crocodiles. This 4 days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi) includes 4 days and 3 night’s excursion in Uganda starting and ending in Kampala/Entebbe.
Highlights of 4 Days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi)
- Day 1: Transfer from Kampala/ Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 2: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park
- Day 3: Drive to Lake Bunyonyi
- Day 4: Drive back to Kampala/ Entebbe
Detailed Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala/Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Kampala / Entebbe to Bwindi impenetrable national park: On day 1 of 4 days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi), you will be picked up from your communicated location be it in Kampala city or Entebbe and be briefed about this 4 days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi) as you drive far to south western part of Uganda to Bwindi. During the long journey drive, you will be stopped over at the Equator for photo-taking session standing between the Northern and Southern poles. After enjoying this adventure at the equator, head to Mbarara city for an enroute lunch then proceed with the drive direct to Bwindi impenetrable national park with stunning views of different attractions along the way ranging from flat farms of the Ankole people and rolling hills as you approach kigezi region. Continue with this 8-9 hours’ drive to Bwindi where you will arrive late in the evening, check in your lodge for dinner and have an overnight sleep.
Meal plan: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park
Uganda gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi: On day 2 of 4 days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi), arise from your bed as early as possible for breakfast then pack enough snacks, drinking water and wear the best gorilla trekking gears including water proof but light hiking boats, a cap, sun glasses, long sleeved attire and pack an insect repellant ready for a transfer to the park headquarters by your safari driver. You will then be briefed about gorilla trekking, the dos and don’ts and many more. After briefing, hire a porter and start the forest walk to search for the allocated habituated gorilla family together with other trekkers in your group since a group accommodates only 8 persons per day. During the trek, look out for other wildlife that thrill in the forest with gorillas. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi lasts between 2-8 hours and upon finding the gorilla family, you will spend only 1 hour with gorillas taking photos and interacting with the gorillas closely as they feed, groom each other, copulate, breastfeed and on a lucky day be able to watch them making nests where they spend an overnight. Exit the forest and be returned to your lodge for a relaxed evening or opt for an evening Batwa experience depending on your wish.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner
Day 3: Drive to Lake Bunyonyi
Bwindi impenetrable national park to Lake Bunyonyi: After having your breakfast at leisure on day 3 of 4 days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi), check out of the lodge and meet your Uganda safari driver for a drive from Bwindi impenetrable national park to Lake Bunyonyi in rolling hills of Kabale. Lake Bunyonyi is in fact shared by Kabale and Kisoro and is famous for existence of several little birds where it obtained its name Bunyonyi locally referring to several little birds. Expect to arrive in time for lunch. After enjoying lunch, you will refresh your mind along the 2nd deepest lake in Africa while on a canoe ride as you explore different islands as Lake Bunyonyi harbors more than 29 island each with its fascinating history. During the canoe ride, keep your eyes open for a fascinating view of the hills, terraces and wildlife species that are so eye catching. Return to your lodge later on for dinner and have an overnight sleep.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner
Day 4: Drive back to Kampala /Entebbe
Lake Bunyonyi to Kampala/Entebbe: Depending on your next travel plan, arise from your bed in the morning on day 4 of 4 days Gorillas & Leisure (Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi), have a relaxed breakfast then check out of the lodge and meet your driver for a transfer from Lake Bunyonyi back to Kampala/ Entebbe with an enroute lunch once again in Mbarara city. The driving distance from Lake Bunyonyi to Kampala/ Entebbe takes about 7-8 hours thus expect to arrive in evening for either hotel drop off or airport drop off.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
END OF 4 DAYS GORILLAS & LEISURE
Inclusive in this 4 days Gorillas & Leisure
- Gorilla trekking permits
- Canoe ride fees
- A 4×4 safari vehicle for ground transportation
- An English speaking safari driver /guide
- Accommodation for 3 nights
- Enough drinking water
- Ranger fees
- All meals as per itinerary
Exclusive in this 4 days Gorillas & Leisure
- Visa
- Air ticket
- Porter
- Tips
- Other expenses of personal nature
- Gratuity
- Laundry
- Life insurance
- Optional activities
- Additional accommodation
