You will be picked by our guide from your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe after which you will embark on your journey to the famous Bwindi impenetrable National park, this is a journey that crosses the equator line. This park is mostly famous for the rare mountain gorillas and the drive to the park is incredibly scenic, passing through various local villages and the lush green countryside & hills which characterize so much of south western Uganda.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Transfer from Kampala to Lake Mburo national park. | ||||
DEPARTURE TIME | Please arrive by 7:15 AM for a prompt departure at 7:30 AM. | ||||
RETURN TIME | Approximately 6:30 PM. | ||||
WEAR | Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking boots, hat, jacket and sunscreen. | ||||
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Trip Highlights
Day 1: Kampala – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 2: Gorilla tracking.
Day 3: Drive Back to Kampala.
Day 1: Departure
Kampala – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today you will be picked by our guide from your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe after which you will embark on your journey to the famous Bwindi impenetrable National park, this is a journey that crosses the equator line. This park is mostly famous for the rare mountain gorillas and the drive to the park is incredibly scenic, passing through various local villages and the lush green countryside & hills which characterize so much of south western Uganda.
Once you are in the forest park, it is one of the richest ecosystems in Africa and the diversity of species is a feature of the park. It provides habitat for some 120 species of mammals, 348 species of birds, 220 species of butterflies, 27 species of frogs, chameleons, geckos and many endangered species. Floristically Bwindi is amongst the most diverse forests in East Africa, with more than 1,000 flowering plant species including 163 species of trees and 104 species of ferns. The journey takes 10 hours.
(Silverback Lodge – Luxury option),
(Buhoma Haven Lodge – Midrange option),
(Buhoma Rest Camp – Budget option).
Day 2
Gorilla tracking.
Today you go to track the rare mountain gorillas.
After a briefing from your ranger guide, begin tracking the mountain gorillas through the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
This can take a couple of hours or a whole day depending on the location of the apes. Keep an eye out for forest species such as buffaloes, elephants, black fronted duikers and bush bucks.
NB: Do not forget to carry your packed lunches.
It is a humbling experience to stand just meters from man’s distant cousins as they eat rest, play and bond with their young. Follow the mountain gorillas as they range freely in the impenetrable forest and discover their gorgeous natural habitat and the many species they share it with. The Gorilla group you will track belongs to one of the habituated family group (Nkuringo family) who can tolerate the presence of humans for a brief period every day. After a well-earned trip to the gorillas, you will drive 2 hours to Lake Bunyonyi for an overnight. You can rest your tired legs and restorative massage, offered from the gorilla experience!
(Silverback Lodge – Luxury option),
(Buhoma Haven Lodge – Midrange option),
(Buhoma Rest Camp – Budget option).
Day 3
Drive Back to Kampala.
After breakfast, drive (8 hour drive) back to Kampala with a stopover for lunch en-route and at the Equator if you happened to miss it on your 1st day. Here you will have the water experience and visit some crafts market in case you’re interested in buying some souvenirs. Your guide will therefore proceed to Kampala and will drop you back at your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe at any place of your choice.
Journey time: 8hrs
Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch
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