Gorillas and Wildlife Safaris for 6 Days
The 6 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safaris to Uganda compacted in 6 days to the leading destinations in the country. This safari focuses on the rich western region of Uganda including Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Mburo National Park and enjoy activities including game drives, boat ride, chimpanzee trekking and Gorilla trekking that will render your safari a a memorable experience.
Highlights
- Scenic drive to western Uganda
- Game drives
- Boat safaris
- Gorilla Trekking
- Chimpanzee Trekking
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
We drive from Kampala to Lake Mburo National Park, located in the Southern part of Uganda. Before reaching the park, have a magnificence of the game drive and arrive in time for a boat ride on Lake Mburo. The acacia forests and wetlands are home to an impressive variety of antelope including the impala and giant eland. The lake is rich with a variety of animals and plant species which will be viewed clearly as on the boat trip. Expect to see hippos and birds like Black crake, Heron, Pelicans, fish eagle, African Fin foot, cormorant, you may also sight the rare Shoe bill Stork and more.
Accommodation
Luxury accommodation: Mihingo Lodge/ Mantana tented camp
Mid range accommodation: Agip motel/ Arcadia cottages
Budget Accommodation: Camping site
Day 2: Game drives and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After having breakfast, go for game viewing because the park is famous for its richness in biodiversity. It has an estimate of 68 different species of mammals such as Impala, jackals, Buffalo, Eland, leopard, Topi, Hyenas and Zebra. The five lakes within the park attract crocodiles, hippos, and a variety of water birds, while the fringing swamps hide secretive papyrus specialists, such as the sitatunga antelope and red, black and yellow papyrus Gonalek. After the view we drive to Bwindi impenetrable natural Forest and on arrival relax while preparing for the following day
Accommodation
Budget Accommodation: Buhoma Community Bandas/ Bwindi view Bandas/ Virunga Hotel in Kisoro
Mid range accommodation: Lake Kitandara camp/ Engagi lodge/ Travelers rest hotel in Kisoro
Luxury accommodation: Buhoma Lodge / Silverback lodge / Gorilla Resort Camp/ Gorilla Safari Lodge.
Day 3: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After Morning breakfast, we group up for briefing then enter the sanctuary at sunrise and enjoy the beauty and freshness of the forest, home of the mountain gorillas. continue through dense bush to trek for these endangered animals called the great Apes (Gorillas). Other primates also live in the forest including the, black-and-white colobus monkey, red tail monkey and chimpanzee. This can be very tiring due to the fact that the ground is steep and thickly forested in Return to the accommodation for relaxation or have an optional community walk.
Accommodation
Budget accommodation: Buhoma Community Bandas/ Bwindi view Bandas/ Virunga Hotel in Kisoro
Mid range accommodation: Lake Kitandara camp / Engagi lodge/ Travelers rest hotel in Kisoro
Luxury accommodation: Buhoma Lodge / Silverback lodge / Gorilla Resort Camp/ Gorilla Safari Lodge .
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After morning breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is located at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains, protecting over 200 sq km of Rift Valley Savanna, interspersed with patches of forest and crater lakes thus an thought for a safari. At your arrival, carry out a launch trip along the Kazinga Channel. scrutinize the concentration of water birds, crocodiles and hippos which is remarkable. The bird species includes the 11 types of kingfisher, black bee- eater and several species of falcons, eagles and the raptors and many more.
Accommodation
Luxury accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge/ Jacana Safari Lodge/ Katara Lodge
Mid range accommodation: Hippo Hill Camp/ Ihamba Lodge
Budget accommodation: Simba Safari camp/ Mweya hostel
Day 5: Game drive and Chimpanzee tracking
Wake up early in the morning and go for a game drive to see wildlife like lions, Uganda Kobs, elephants, spotted hyenas and the leopard plus many others. In the afternoon, head to Kyambura gorge for the chimpanzee trekking.
Accommodation
Luxury accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge/ Jacana Safari Lodge/ Katara Lodge
Mid range accommodation: Hippo Hill Camp/ Ihamba Lodge
Budget accommodation: Simba Safari camp/ Mweya hostel
Day 6: Departure
After breakfast , depart for Kampala with a packed lunch and arrive during the late afternoon and catch your outbound flight back home.
SEND AN ENQUIRY
- Transportation by 4 WD safari van
- Fuel expenses
- Accommodation while on safari as per the itinerary
- driver/guide
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) while on safari,
- 1 soft drink per meal i.e. a soda or mineral water at/during lunch and dinner,
- Park entrance fees
- Gorilla trekking Permit
- Ranger fees
- Local and international flights
- Personal Travel insurance
- Visa Fees to Uganda
- Drinks cigarettes
- Tips
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