4 Days Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari
4 Days Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari
Tour Overview
The 4 days Gorilla trekking and wildlife safari will be from Kampala and end still in Kampala-Uganda. You will visit some of the most famous National Parks in Uganda such as Bwindi Impenetrable National Park which is located in Southwestern Uganda and covers an area of 331 Sq km, it is home to 12 Gorilla families, 348 bird species, 163 tree species, 120 mammals, 220 butterfly species, 27 chameleon species, and 1000 flowering plants among others.
Also, different other primates are found here such as the white and black colobus monkeys and Chimpanzees. Queen Elizabeth National Park, this park is located 376 km away from Kampala covering an area of 1, 978 sq km. It is home to over 95 species of mammals, 10 species of primates, and over 500 species of birds, and it’s famous for its amazing boat cruise and game viewing.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Early in the morning after your breakfast your driver/guide will meet you at your hotel, and he will take you through the details of your trip. Thereafter, proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park which is located in the southwestern part of Uganda for gorilla tracking. You will have a stopover at the equator to take photos and the other one in Mbarara to have your lunch. Along the way you will see a lot of sightings such as the beautiful scenery as you approach the park, this park is also endowed with a lot of plant and animal species like mountain gorillas chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, forest elephants, birds, and waterfalls though Mountain gorillas are most popular. Check-in at the lodge, unwind, have dinner, and an Overnight.
Lodging: Mahogany Springs Hotel/Buhoma Haven Lodge/Buhoma Community Rest amp
Meal plan: Half board
Day 2: Gorilla Tracking -Bwindi forest
On this day you will need to be very early, by 6:00 am you should be up, have breakfast, and pack your lunch. Drive ahead reaching the Park headquarters, where you will have a briefing by the ranger guide concerning what to do and not to do while in the park. Thereafter proceed with the ranger to look out for the mountain gorillas, this involves hiking up and down rugged paths whereby you will need to be physically fit and also carry a walking stick. Also, you can use the local porters to carry your luggage.
When you meet these gentle giants follow what your ranger guide tells you, especially standing 6 meters away from them as you watch the mothers feed the young ones, the juveniles playing and the silverbacks guarding the territory. How long this search will take is based on where the gorillas are located and feeding from so it can take 2-8 hours. Also don’t forget to carry enough water, a raincoat, sturdy shoes, long-sleeved trousers, and snacks. Return to your lodge after trekking. In the afternoon you may choose to relax at the lodge or go for a walk through the Batwa community/homesteads, see how they live, and enjoy their cultural performances through dance and drama.
Lodging: Mahogany Springs Hotel/Buhoma Haven Lodge/Buhoma Community Rest amp
Meal plan: Full board
Day 3: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park through the Ishasha Sector
After your early breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park passing through the Ishasha sector which is the southern sector of the park. Along the way, you will have sights of different animal species including; birds, bushbucks, elephants, gazelles, buffaloes, monkeys, and kobs, but the tree-climbing lions are most common. On your arrival, check in at the lodge and enjoy your lunch, as you prepare to engage in a launch/boat cruise on the Kazinga channel in the afternoon.
This boat trip takes 2 hours and will allow you to watch different water animals closer, some of the animal species include; hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and buffaloes along the banks. Also, birds like the Saddle-billed stork, African fish eagle, pink-backed pelicans, Pied and malachite kingfisher, African Skimmer, and the shoebill that’s if you are lucky. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight.
Lodging: Mweya Safari Lodge/Parkview Safari Lodge/Pumba Cottages
Meal plan: Full board
Day 4: Morning Game drive/Chimpanzee tracking and Depart to Kampala
Take your breakfast in the morning. This day being your last, you may opt for a morning game drive on the Kasenyi trail where you will have a chance to see animals such as the lions, warthogs, elephants, topis, and buffaloes among others, also during this morning you will observe several different bird species or choose to visit the Kyambura gorge for chimpanzee tracking. Thereafter, start your journey to Kampala, you will stop in Mbarara for Lunch. After lunch, proceed to Kampala where you will reach in the afternoon.
Tour includes
- Bottled drinking water
- Fuel and vehicle
- English speaking guide
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Gorilla trekking permit
Exclude
- Alcoholic drinks
- Laundry
- Items of a personal nature
- International airfares
- Travel Insurance
- Tips and gratuities
Safari Vacations and Travel Services is a Local tour operator based in Uganda with its head offices in Entebbe. Moreover, Safari Vacations and Travel Services is a business for Ugandan natives. We specialize in life-changing experiences, sustainable tours, and holidays for all East African countries. Also, we are members of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators and with registration from the Uganda Tourism Board. We have a good and long working relationship with the Uganda Wildlife Authority. We are making booking your gorilla permits and gorilla trekking safari easy. Safari Vacations and Travel Services is also high in Trip Advisor reviews.
