6-Day Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Tour in Uganda

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6 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

6 peopleMaximum group size

2 peopleMinimum to book

15 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Entebbe, Uganda

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Highlights

Trek the Bwindi forest floor and get up close with the mountain gorillas.

Embark on a walking safari, have your eyes peeled and let all your senses come alive.

Enjoy wildlife sighting on a game drive and boat trip.

Enjoy the spectacular views of the Bunyonyi's little islands.

Itinerary

This 6-day sightseeing safari offers an unforgettable experience of Uganda’s wilderness. Upon arrival in Entebbe, you will transfer to Lake Mburo, where a walking safari will awaken all your senses and bring you close to nature.

Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including lions, hippos, herds of buffalo and elephants, antelopes, and the breathtaking backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains.

In Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, you will enjoy one of Africa’s most remarkable encounters—spending time with the gentle mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Finally, unwind at Lake Bunyonyi, reflecting on your time in the wild and the memories created during this remarkable journey through Uganda.

day 1Pick up from a Hotel/Airport. Transfer to Lake Mburo NP

Pick-up will be from either your hotel or Entebbe Airport upon arrival. Your professional English-speaking tour driver-guide will meet you and drive to Lake Mburo National Park. Mburo is a compact gem, conveniently located near the highway connecting Entebbe/Kampala to Uganda’s western parks. Although the smallest of Uganda’s savannah National Parks, it is home to 350 bird species and a variety of animals including giraffes, zebras, impalas, elands, buffaloes, Defassa waterbucks, hippos, and the elusive leopard.
On arrival, check in at the lodge. If time permits, enjoy a late afternoon-to-evening game drive; otherwise, relax and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Leopard Rest Camp (Budget Level)
Meals: Dinner
Transfer Time: Approx. 4 hours

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

day 2Morning walking safari. Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

day 3Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip - Kazinga.

day 4Drive to Ishasha sector and then connect to Bwindi NP

day 5Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Transfer -Lake Bunyonyi

day 6Relaxed breakfast. Return to Entebbe and fly out

What's Included

Meals as specified in the itinerary.

Accommodation with en suite facilities.

Ground transportation in a comfortable 4x4 safari car.

Applicable park entrance, activity fees.

A professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide.

One Gorilla trekking permit per person participating.

Bottled water while on safari.

Complimentary airport/hotel pick-up and drop off.

Activities as stipulated (except those stated as optional).

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Itinerary

day 1Pick up from a Hotel/Airport. Transfer to Lake Mburo NP

day 2Morning walking safari. Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

day 3Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip - Kazinga.

day 4Drive to Ishasha sector and then connect to Bwindi NP

day 5Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Transfer -Lake Bunyonyi

day 6Relaxed breakfast. Return to Entebbe and fly out