3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking & Lake Bunyonyi Safari

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

Pick up and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel or at Entebbe airport by our experienced driver-guide, who will navigate the scenic route to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This approximately 9-hour drive includes a lunch stopover, allowing you to stretch your legs and take in the local surroundings. As you travel through diverse landscapes, you'll witness the transition from tropical rainforests to expansive savannah fields and the picturesque, terraced hills of Kigezi – often referred to as the "Switzerland of East Africa" due to its breathtaking beauty. While the drive is long, the ever-changing scenery will keep you engaged. Upon arrival in the late evening, you'll have time to unwind, enjoy dinner, and relax overnight at your accommodation.

Alternatively, for a quicker and more scenic journey, you can opt for a 1-hour flight from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, offering stunning aerial views of the landscape below.

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:

Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse

• Budget guest house located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi to relax

Start the day with breakfast before heading to the rangers' post for a pre-trek briefing, where you'll learn essential guidelines for a safe and enjoyable experience. Then, venture into the stunning Bwindi Forest, renowned for its dramatic, steep terrain and dense foliage crisscrossed by animal trails. As you trek, your guides will track mountain gorillas, and once a group is found, you'll spend an unforgettable hour observing these majestic creatures up close.

After this thrilling encounter, return to your accommodation, check out, and head to the breathtaking Lake Bunyonyi. Surrounded by lush, green hills and dotted with 29 enchanting islands, the lake's serene beauty is a sight to behold.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Bunyonyi Safaris Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive back to Entebbe/Kampala

On the last day of the trip, have breakfast then set off on a return journey to Entebbe Airport for departure. The drive lasts more than 8 hours and therefore you will have lunch En-route. Arrive in the evening for drop off at at Entebbe Airport or a hotel of your stay.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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