3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Safari with Lake Bunyonyi

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer from Entebbe or Kampala to Bwindi Imprenetrable National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel or the airport in Entebbe or Kampala. Meet your professional driver-guide and set off on a scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. The drive takes you through vibrant towns, rolling hills, lush tea plantations, and traditional villages, offering plenty of opportunities to experience Uganda's beautiful countryside. Stop at the Equator for photographs and refreshments before continuing with a lunch break en route. As you approach Bwindi, enjoy breathtaking views of terraced hills and dense rainforest. Upon arrival, check in at Gorilla Friends Ruhija, where you can relax before your trek. Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Friends Ruhija.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Gorilla Friends Ruhija

• Mid-range lodge located inside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Early morning, you will report to the park headquarters at 7:30am for a detailed briefing by the ranger guides before starting your gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Trek through the dense rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family, an unforgettable wildlife encounter that offers close views of these gentle giants in their natural habitat. After the trek you have your packed lunch, depart for Lake Bunyonyi, known for its serene waters and scenic terraced hills. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and unwind while enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Optional for an extra cost: canoeing, island tours, or guided nature walks. Dinner and overnight at your lakeside accommodation.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Crater Bay Cottages

• Budget lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Bunyonyi – Transfer to Kampala / Entebbe

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed drive back to Kampala or Entebbe, marking the end of your safari. The journey offers scenic views of rolling hills, local villages, and countryside landscapes. You may have a lunch stop en route and optional photo stops at key viewpoints, including the Equator (optional for an extra cost).

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.