6-Day Gorilla Trekking Shoebill and Lake Bunyonyi Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Entebbe Mabamba Wetlands Kayabwe Equator Lake Mburo NP

After an early breakfast, your driver-guide picks you up from your hotel in Entebbe and drives to Nakiwogo Ferry Station. Board a traditional canoe for an exciting Shoebill tracking experience in Mabamba Swamp, one of Africa’s best habitats for this rare stork. Continue to Kayabwe Equator for photos and explore local souvenir shops. Later, drive to Lake Mburo National Park, where you can enjoy a late afternoon game drive. Overnight at Rwakobo Rock or similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Mburo National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Rwakobo Rock Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Lake Mburo Walking Safari Game Drives and Boat Cruise

Start the day with a guided walking safari, learning about animal tracks and behavior while observing zebras, impalas, and elands. Afterward, enjoy a classic game drive, spotting more wildlife in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise on Lake Mburo, seeing hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birds. Conclude with an exciting night game drive to encounter nocturnal species. Overnight at Rwakobo Rock or similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Mburo National Park

Accommodation:

Rwakobo Rock Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Lake Mburo Transfer to Mgahinga NP Batwa Coffee Tour

After breakfast, transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in southwestern Uganda. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge, then visit the Batwa community for an immersive cultural experience. Learn about their traditions, participate in a local coffee-making tour, and gain insight into their forest-based lifestyle. Spend the evening relaxing and enjoying the tranquil surroundings of the park. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

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

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

BuffaloOccasional

ElephantRare

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Mgahinga Golden Monkey Trekking Optional Gorilla Trek

Set out early for golden monkey trekking in the bamboo forests of Mgahinga. These playful primates are a rare sight and offer a magical wildlife encounter. For a more extraordinary experience, you can upgrade to an optional gorilla trek (additional permit $800) and spend an hour observing gorillas in their natural habitat. The afternoon is free for relaxation, photography, or short hikes in the volcanic landscapes. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, transfer to the ranger station for gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Trek through the forest and spend an hour with these magnificent primates while following the guidance of expert park rangers. Later, drive to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most serene and picturesque lakes. Overnight at Arcadia Cottages or similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Bunyonyi Return to Kampala/Entebbe

After breakfast, check out and begin the return journey to Kampala/Entebbe. Stop at along the way for lunch and at the Equator for final photos and souvenirs. Continue the drive to your hotel or the airport in Kampala/Entebbe. This marks the conclusion of your safari, leaving you with lasting memories of gorilla encounters, wildlife sightings, and Uganda’s natural beauty.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.