Uganda Gorilla Trek and Wildlife tour
This 5 day Uganda Safari takes you to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Day 01: Entebbe – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Upon arrival, your driver/guide will be waiting to collect you. You will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s second largest National Park to start your Uganda safari.
The melting glacier waters of the Ruwenzori Mountains create a vast wetland system comprising of two lakes, George and Edward, as well as the connecting Kazinga Channel. Thousands of hippo populate these lake shorelines.
Open savannah dotted with Acacia and Euphorbia trees provide habitat for elephant, lion, leopard, Uganda kob, and large herds of buffalo. Overnight Mweya Lodge. Lunch and dinner included.
Day 02: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
This morning, you’ll enjoy a launch trip on the Kazinga Channel, which provides a unique and unequalled
wildlife experience.
Expect to be eye to eye with yawning hippos and surrounded by vast numbers of migrant and resident water birds. Many buffalos rest in the water while elephants enjoy themselves drinking along the banks.
Afterwards, your drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest will be via Ishasha in the hopes of seeing tree-climbing lion and more of Uganda’s stunning wildlife. Bwindi is an exceptionally rich and varied ecosystem.
It is one of the richest forests in East Africa for birds (350 species), butterflies (310 species), and trees (324 species). Bwindi also has at least 120 species of mammals including ten species of primates. Overnight Engagi Lodge. All meals included.
Day 03: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today will be spent visiting the home of half the world’s remaining population of mountain gorillas.
Once found, you will spend one hour with the gorillas.
This is the experience of a lifetime and one that is never forgotten. Overnight Engagi Lodge. All meals included.
Day 04: Lake Mburo National Park
This morning you will depart for Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive. Overnight Mantana Tented Camp. All meals included.
Day 05: Entebbe
After breakfast, you’ll enjoy a final morning game drive as you leave Lake Mburo. Return to Entebbe Airport for your international flight out. End of services. Breakfast included.
Safari includes: airport transfers, private transportation and game drives in 4WD safari vehicles with opening roof hatches for maximum game viewing, the services of professional driver/guides on safari, all park entrance fees, accommodation and meals as stated, excursions as stated.
Safari does not include: flights to and from Uganda, visas (US$50 each), medical or travel insurance, drinks, items of a personal nature, tips and gratuities
*Safari options: All our itineraries can be customized to your wish. You can add extra days, change a hotel or add other tourist sites. Please contact us for free, non-obligation safari advise.
Please note that children below 15 years are not allowed to track the gorillas.
