Uganda Gorillas In Style
Day 1: Entebbe – Kampala
Welcome to the East African primate capital of Uganda! Upon arrival at the Entebbe International Airport, a representative will meet and transfer you to the Ugandan capital city of Kampala where you will overnight.
Accommodation: Kampala Serena
Day 2: Kampala – Lake Mburo National Park
Depart from Kampala to Lake Mburo National Park. The drive is approximately 5 hours, en-route stopping at the Mpigi Drum Makers where we will watch the ceremonial drums being crafted using methods passed down through generations. You will also stop at the Equator to take photographs.
Enjoy a game drive on the way to the lodge. In the afternoon enjoy a boat ride viewing a diversity of animal and plant species: crocodiles, hippos and birds including pelicans, Black Crake and heron.
Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge
Day 3: Lake Mburo National Park – Bwindi
After an early morning game drive, enjoy your private transfer from Lake Mburo National Park to Bwindi National Park. It is here within the Impenetrable Forest where almost half of the world’s population of Mountain Gorilla reside. The travel time between these two diverse locations is approximately 6 to 7 hours depending on local conditions.
In the afternoon, enjoy some time on your own to relax.
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs
Day 4: Bwindi
Wake up early and depart with a picnic lunch to track the rare Mountain Gorillas (hiking boots required). The tracking may take between 5 and 8 hours. The Park Guides with you interpret the flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the Gorillas. Return in the evening for dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs
Day 5: Bwindi
Early this morning, your guide will take you for a forest walk. Bwindi has several hiking trails where you will have opportunities to see and learn about primates, many species of birds, butterflies, trees, and other organisms.
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs
Day 6: Depart
Sit back and relax as you transfer from Bwindi to Entebbe International Airport by private vehicle. The drive is approximately 9 hrs. Depart from International Airport.
