Context:
Day-1: Start from your booked hotel around the city, transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP
Day-2: Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel
Day-3: Relaxed breakfast, drive to Ishasha sector and then connect to Bwindi NP
Day-4: Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
Day-5: Depart Bunyonyi and return to Entebbe Airport to catch flight back home
Overview:
Your safari begins with a pick-up from your hotel as you head towards Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy an exciting game drive and a scenic boat trip along the Kazinga Channel. After exploring Queen Elizabeth, you’ll continue your journey to Bwindi, passing through the Ishasha area where you may spot the famous tree-climbing lions. In Bwindi, immerse yourself in the ultimate gorilla trekking experience, followed by a relaxing transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for sightseeing and unwinding. On the fifth day, you’ll return to Entebbe Airport or be dropped off at your designated hotel.
Day-1: Start from your booked hotel around the city, transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP
Your pick-up will be from either the hotel or the airport upon your arrival. A professional English-speaking tour driver-guide will meet you, and together we’ll begin the journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular tourist destinations. The park boasts diverse ecosystems that shelter a wide range of wildlife, including ten species of primates (such as chimpanzees), over 600 bird species, and iconic big game animals. We’ll stop for lunch along the way before continuing into the park, arriving in the late afternoon or evening. After checking into your accommodation, you can relax and unwind. However, if time permits, we can go for a late afternoon to evening game drive.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day-2: Morning game drive and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel
Your pick-up will be from either the hotel or the airport upon your arrival. A professional English-speaking tour driver-guide will meet you, and together we’ll begin the journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular tourist destinations. The park boasts diverse ecosystems that shelter a wide range of wildlife, including ten species of primates (such as chimpanzees), over 600 bird species, and iconic big game animals. We’ll stop for lunch along the way before continuing into the park, arriving in the late afternoon or evening. After checking into your accommodation, you can relax and unwind. However, if time permits, we can go for a late afternoon to evening game drive.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day-3: Relaxed breakfast, drive to Ishasha sector and then connect to Bwindi NP
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions, which are often spotted in the area. The chances of seeing these lions are around 60-70%, though they can sometimes be elusive, especially if they are down in the grasslands hunting. If you’re fortunate enough to spot them resting in the trees, it’s a truly unforgettable sight. Afterward, you’ll continue your journey to the outskirts of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Given the long day ahead, there will be little to do upon arrival except check into your accommodation and relax as you prepare for tomorrow’s gorilla trekking adventure. Optional (extra cost of $100): For those interested, chimpanzee tracking at Kyambura Gorge is available before heading to Ishasha. Please note that a chimp tracking permit must be secured in advance.
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation: Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day-4: Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
After breakfast, head to the ranger’s post where you’ll receive a briefing on the do’s and don’ts of trekking. Then, venture into the Bwindi Forest for your unforgettable adventure. The beauty of this rainforest is breathtaking! The landscape is dramatically steep and densely forested, but it’s crisscrossed by a network of animal trails that allow access to visitors. The duration of the trek and the terrain will vary depending on the movements of the gorilla group. Once you find them, you’ll have one hour to observe these magnificent, yet endangered, creatures up close. The experience with these gentle giants is truly memorable. After the trek, you’ll transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, a stunning spot surrounded by lush, green terraced hills rising between 2,200 and 2,478 meters. What makes Lake Bunyonyi particularly magical are its 29 islands, each unique in shape and size, creating a picturesque scene that you could admire for hours.
Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation: Itambira Island
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day-5: Depart Bunyonyi and return to Entebbe Airport to catch flight back home
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation, with stunning views of the small islands of Lake Bunyonyi right in front of you. Afterward, begin your return journey to Entebbe Airport. Along the way, you’ll stop for lunch and visit the Uganda Equator line marker in Kayabwe, where you can capture memorable photos and perhaps pick up some unique local art. Continue your drive, arriving in the late afternoon or evening for drop-off at the airport, in time for your flight home (recommended departure time of 18:00 or later).
Main Destination: Entebbe (City)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
End of tour
TOTAL TRIP COST PER PERSON USD 1800
