(5 Days/ 4 Nights) Gorilla Trecking to Bwindi Imperial Forest and Lake Bunyonyi

Africa Safaris

Itinerary Summary

Day 1 »Bwindi National Park
Day 2 » Gorilla tracking in Uganda (gorilla tracking)
Day 3 »Gorilla tracking the second time
Day 4 »Lake Bunyonyi
Day 5 »Depart.

 


DETAILED ITINERARY

 

Day One
An early start from Kampala after your Breakfast takes you southwest Uganda by road with your guide, cross the Equator, and then to Mbarara for Lunch and through Savannah grasslands to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The scenic drive through Kigezi Highlands known as the Switzerland of Uganda, banana plantations and heads of Ankole cattle take you to the gorilla Sanctuary of Bwindi
Overnight at Gorilla Resort/Buhoma community Bandas (Full Board)


Day Two
Have early morning breakfast and after a short briefing by the guides, proceed through the undergrowth and thick creepers of the dense rain forest for the gorilla tracking safari. Only a few of these Gentle giants have been habituated for humans to visit, making tracking of these elusive apes in their natural habitat both a privilege and an adventure. You will also have an opportunity to view other wildlife including primates, butterflies and Birding activities. After 1 hour allowed with the giants, return to the lodge.
Overnight at Gorilla Resort/Buhoma community Bandas (Full Board)


Day Three
After an early morning African breakfast to give you the strength for a second tracking experience, re-enter the rain forest for a second existing day of gorilla trekking. Sitting with the most peaceful, rarest and endangered of all the apes, is a fascinating experience not to reckon with. Uganda's Bwindi National Park boasts a network of trails and hikes with observing these magnificent beasts up close is likely to be one of the expedition’s highlights.In case you have the afternoon free, have a guided village walk to nearby communities to see and experience the different aspects of Ugandan lives, cultures and lifestyles.
Overnight at Gorilla Resort/Buhoma community Bandas (Full Board )


Day Four 
Depart early morningfrom theHome of mountain gorillasfor Lake Bunyonyi, a place of scenic beauty, beautiful green hills, studded with small Islands and Birds. Spend the afternoon on the lake in a dugout canoe bird watching. Relax in the evening by the lakeside.
Over night at Arcadia Cottages or Bunyonyi Over land camp. B/B


Day Five: End Of Gorilla tracking tour in uganda
The day begins with an early breakfast and after breakfast return to Kampala at your own convenience. Lunch enroute.