3-Day Gorillas in Bwindi NP & Lake Bunyonyi Safari

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

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

After breakfast, you'll depart Entebbe and embark on a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the majestic mountain gorillas. The journey takes you through picturesque landscapes and the rural South western region of Uganda, offering a glimpse into local life. You'll arrive at your lodge in the evening where you will relax and prepare for your gorilla trekking adventure the next day.

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:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla tracking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

You'll start the day with an early breakfast before heading to the briefing point in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Here, you'll be verified after which you will receive valuable insights into your mountain gorilla trekking adventure and get ready to venture into the forest. Remember to pack essentials like water and lunch, and consider hiring a porter for $20 to help with your gear and navigating challenging terrain. After the briefing, you'll be divided into small groups and guided by a park ranger into the forest, where you'll spend an hour with the majestic mountain gorillas. Don't forget to bring rain gear, as the forest's climate can be unpredictable. Following the trek, you'll head to the serene Lake Bunyonyi, where you can unwind with a swim or take a leisurely canoe ride, enjoying the stunning scenery and local culture.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive back to Entebbe

After your stay at the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, you will drive back to Entebbe to catch your flight. You'll have an opportunity to cross the Equator and do some souvenir shopping, take pictures then proceed on your journey to Entebbe International Airport, arrive before the time of your flight.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (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.