4 Days Bwindi Forest and Lake Mburo Tour

4 Days Bwindi Forest and Lake Mburo Tour

DESTINATIONS: Bwindi Forest and Lake Mburo National Park

ACTIVITIES: Gorilla tracking, Game drives, Birding and Launch Cruises among others

TRIP OVERVIEW

There is a lot to enjoy while in Uganda’s nearest Safari Park from Kampala, Lake Mburo. On a game drive, you will see a number of animals including the Zebras, Elephants, impalas, bushbucks and bush duikers, waterbucks, warthogs, topis and luckily, lions and leopards.

Taking a boat ride on Lake Mburo will reward you with sights of water loving animals such as crocodiles and Hippos and for the bird lovers, you will enjoy a variety of bird species including the rare shoe bill stork.

The itinerary also takes you for a Mountain Gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Forest. This is currently the star tourism activity of Uganda. It should be noted that these species are recognized among the most endangered animals on the planet and are on the verge of extinction. These are only found in Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo.

TRIP ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Lake Mburo
  • Meet up with our guide in the morning for a transfer to Lake Mburo National Park with brief stopovers at Mpambire drum making village at the Equator in Masaka.
  • Take an afternoon game drive to search for game animals or a boat cruise on Lake Mburo.
  • Dinner and overnight at Mihingo Lodge for up market or Mantana Luxury camp and Acadia cottages for mid-range or Rwonyo campsite for total Budget.
Day 2: Game drive and Transfer to Bwindi Forest
  • Take a morning game drive and search for early risers with in the park.
  • Later on, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Gorilla forest Camp or Gorilla resort for Up market/ Lake Kitandara camp or Buhoma lodge for Mid-range/Buhoma community Bandas for budget.
Day 3: Gorilla trekking experience
  • You will be briefed first of Mountain Gorilla trekking from the park headquarters.
  • Start on your trek into the thick impenetrable forest to start your search for the endangered rare species of Mountain Gorillas.
  • You will be allowed to interact with the Gorillas for only an hour after finding them, take some photos.
  • Return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Transfer back to Kampala
  • After breakfast, drive back to Kampala for a drop off with your lunch en route in Mbarara town.

END OF SAFARI

INCLUDES/ EXCLUDES

This Trip Includes;
  • Transfer Fees
  • Full Board Accommodation
  • Camping Equipment
  • Park Entrance Fees
  • Entrance to Historical sites
  • Services of the driver and Guide
It Excludes;
  • Extra drinks at the Hotel
  • Air Ticket & Visa