Uganda: 3-Day Gorillas & Lake Bunyonyi Budget Tour
ID: GYG1062572-1632842
Category:
Country: Uganda
Duration:
3 days
Description
Embark on a 3-day tour from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Bunyonyi. Trek to see gorillas, enjoy a boat cruise, and relax at a resort overlooking the lake.
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Kampala. Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way. Stop at the Uganda Equator for photos and a water experiment, and have lunch in Mbarara town. Arrive at the park in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.
After an early breakfast, head to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park headquarters in the Rushaga sector for a briefing by a ranger guide. Then, hike into the forest in search of mountain gorillas. Spend one hour with these incredible creatures, observing them in their natural habitat.
After the gorilla trek, travel to Lake Bunyonyi. Arrive in the evening and relax at a resort overlooking the lake. Alternatively, take a boat cruise on Uganda’s deepest lake, visiting some of its 29 islands and spotting various water birds.
On the final day, enjoy a cheerful breakfast before transferring back to Kampala. Stop at the Uganda Equator in Kayabwe for more photos and the local water experiment. Have lunch en route, then proceed to Kampala or Entebbe Airport for your departure.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of trekking through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi and visit its 29 islands
- Stop at the Uganda Equator for photos and a water experiment
- Relax at a resort overlooking Lake Bunyonyi and enjoy the scenery
- Travel in comfort with a knowledgeable driver guide and hotel pickup
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Gorilla trekking can take a few hours to a full day
Participants should be in good physical condition
Weather can be unpredictable, prepare accordingly
Respect wildlife and maintain a safe distance
INCLUDED
- Guiding and Transportation
NOT INCLUDED
- Tips
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Accommodation
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- International flights
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
