2024 4 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Lake Bunyonyi Tour

Itinerary Overview: Gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi

A Perfect 4 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Lake Bunyonyi Tour Itinerary is a short memorable Honeymoon Uganda Gorilla trekking safari and tour on Lake Bunyonyi. This 4 Days Uganda gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi include a visit to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Bunyonyi in southwestern Uganda.

The 4 Days Uganda gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi start from Kampala- Uganda’s capital and end in Kampala. 4 Days Uganda gorilla trekking safari is designed for all traveler types including budget, mid-range, or Luxury Gorilla tours. The Bwindi forest has half of the world’s remaining Mountain Gorillas and is a great destination to have a Gorilla safari. The hike in Bwindi is one that is challenging and offers a good amount of time walking in the jungle during the trek. After Gorilla trekking, you spend a day and relax at Lake Bunyonyi. Here you will relax at the shores of the lake which is Africa’s deepest lake and safe for swimming since it is bilharzia and crocodile free. If you love adventure, then take zip-lining across the lake. Note: You will trek Gorillas either in Buhoma, Ruhija, Nkuringo, or Rushaga sectors depending on the availability of the Gorilla Permit at the time of booking. Accommodation is also dependent on desired facilities or sectors with available Permits.

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Tour Summary

Safari starts with pick up and ends with drop off in Kampala
Gorilla trekking will be in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A maximum 1 hour will be spent with the Mountain Gorillas
Transfers will be by a 4×4 safari vehicle
Accommodation before and after trip can be arranged on request at an extra cost

Points to consider before booking this trip

Accommodation is provided as included
Pack the right Gorilla trekking clothes
Tour can start any time of the year
Minimum age for tour is 15 years
Gorilla Permit is included in the cost

Itinerary Gallery: Uganda gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi tour

4 Days Double Uganda Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Safari Highlights: Gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi tour

Day #1: Transfer from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with a stop at the equator
Day #2: Mountain Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest National Park
Day #3: Drive to Lake Bunyonyi for recreation activities and relax
Day #4: Return from Bwindi by a 4×4 safari vehicle to Kampala.

What’s the real story?:

Day by Day Itinerary: Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi

Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with a stop at the equator

Early morning, your safari guide from Kabira Gorilla safaris will pick you up for a transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The transfer is by a 4×4 safari vehicle. Just about 80 Km from Kampala, you will stop at the equator line for photography. You then continue with the drive to southwestern Uganda. Lunch is had at a good restaurant in Mbarara. After lunch, the drive continues to the park with your arrival in the evening. You check in, have dinner, and spend the night at a preferred accommodation facility. It can be budget, mid-range, or luxury at one of the 4 trekking sectors booked for trekking.

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Mountain Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest National Park

Mountain Gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest | Uganda

Early morning, you have breakfast and then head out for Gorilla trekking. It’s expected of you to be at the park headquarters by 8:00 am for a briefing from the park rangers. During the briefing, the park rangers inform trekkers of the dos and don’ts of Gorilla trekking. At this time, you are also allocated a Gorilla family to trek. Each group is trekked by 8 people in most cases depending on the hiking ability. You get to the very dense tropical jungle of Bwindi forest for a lifetime adventure. You spend about 2-6 hours or more trekking. However, a maximum of 1 hour is spent in the presence of the Mountain Gorillas watching the family and taking pictures. After 60 minutes of watching the Gorillas, you then walk back to the park headquarters. Here you receive a congratulatory Gorilla trekking certificate. Your guide drives you to your accommodation facility where you relax. Overnight at previous night accommodation.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 3: Drive to Lake Bunyonyi for recreation activities and relax

Lake Bunyonyi – Uganda, Africa

Following breakfast, you will transfer to Lake Bunyonyi in the Kabale district which is one scenic lava-dammed lake. The word Bunyonyi is a local word that refers to many little birds due to the fact the place has many birds and birders can take chance to go birding. Here you relax and can choose from several activities which include a boat cruise to one of the most historical islands on the lake, swimming or zip-lining. All of these adventure activities offer such an amazing experience. You spend a night at one of the lodges on the lake shores.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Accommodation Options

Luxury: Arcadia Lodges Lake Bunyonyi

Mid-range: Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort

Day 4: Return from Bwindi by a 4×4 safari vehicle to Kampala

On the last day of your 4 Days Uganda gorilla trekking to Bwindi, you have breakfast and embark on the 8-9 hours drive back to Kampala. You have lunch en route. Arriving in the evening, your safari guide will ensure drop-off at a preferred destination or hotel. Marking the end of the 4 Days Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

End of the 4 Days Uganda gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi tour

Cost Inclusions

Uganda Gorilla trekking Permit
Accommodation & meals as indicated
4×4 Safari Vehicle
A Professional English speaking Knowledgeable driver guide
Bottled drinking water on board

Cost Exclusions

International flights & Visas
Tips
Drinks
Any changes to the itinerary
Laundry

Transport

4×4 safari land cruiser for luxury travelers
4×4 safari van for budget travelers