3-Day Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Lake Bunyonyi

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

Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Depart early from Kampala for a scenic drive southwest to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Enjoy a brief stop at the Equator for photos and continue through lush countryside, rolling hills, and traditional villages. Break for lunch in Mbarara or Kabale before proceeding to the forested highlands of Bwindi. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon or evening, check in, and relax in preparation for the next day’s trek. Dinner is served at the lodge while you enjoy the serene atmosphere of the park's edge.

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:

Ruhija Gorilla Friends Resort

• Budget tented camp located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on your unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure. Hike through dense jungle terrain in search of a gorilla family, an experience that can take between 2 to 6 hours depending on their location. Once found, spend a magical hour observing their behavior up close. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch, freshen up, and begin your transfer to the picturesque Lake Bunyonyi. Arrive by late afternoon, relax at your lakeside lodge, and enjoy Lake bunyonyi glowing with soft hues as mist arises over calm waters. Terraced hills fade into shadows, and the bird calls echoe gently. The sky reflects on the lake like glass, creating aserene, dream like scene of peace, beauty, and quite stillness.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Bunyonyi View Resort

• Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Bunyonyi to Kampala

After breakfast, take a guided canoe ride on the calm waters of Lake Bunyonyi, exploring some of its 29 islands while enjoying the breathtaking views and spotting various bird species. Learn about the cultural legends tied to islands like Punishment Island. After the excursion, check out and begin the return journey to Kampala. Stop in Mbarara for lunch at a local restaurant, then continue the drive with scenic views of rolling hills and rural life. Make a brief stop at the equator for photos and souvenirs. Arrive in Kampala by evening, marking the end of your safari.

Main Destination:

Kampala (City)

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.