This 5-day Lake Mburo wildlife and gorilla tracking tour is among the most popular gorilla safaris in Uganda that we highly recommend for you and your loved ones. This 5-day Lake Mburo and gorilla tracking safari shall take you through Lake Mburo National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park, to give you more than you expect on your African safari.
Take a peaceful and exclusive retreat in Lake Mburo National Park with an opportunity for horseriding. You will then proceed to Bwindi for an amazing gorilla trekking safari, and as the highlight of your safari. Don’t miss a visit to Queen Elizabeth for an opportunity to spot the famous tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha sector.
Book this 5-day Lake Mburo wildlife and gorilla tracking safari to experience a true and authentic African safari.
Lake Mburo Wildlife and Gorilla Tracking Itinerary:
Day 1: Kampala – Lake Mburo NP
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel or place of residence in Kampala at 07:00 am, ready for a drive to Lake Mburo National Park, with a stopover at the Equator crossing line in Masaka. You will arrive in the afternoon ready for your lunch at your lodge, and a peaceful and exclusive retreat in Lake Mburo National Park.
Get on an afternoon boat cruise on Lake Mburo amidst a variety of hippos and other wildlife species on the shore, which is an amazing experience. Thereafter, a sundown game drive for your rewarding experience.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mihingo Safari Lodge (high-end Lodge) or Rwakobo Rock Lodge (mid-range facility) or Eagles Nest Lake Mburo (budget facility). Meal Plan: lunch, and dinner.
Day 2: Lake Mburo – Bwindi
Enjoy an early morning horseback riding experience for 2 hours to see a variety of wildlife at a close quarter. These include the zebras, impala, eland, buffaloes, oribis, and Defassa waterbucks. Thereafter you will take on a mid-morning game drive en-route heading to Mbarara with a visit to Igongo Cultural Village, for another rewarding and amazing experience as you visit the Ankole museum.
Lunch break is made at Agip Motel Mbarara. After lunch, you will then drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This is the lushest highland rainforest on earth, filled with primates and exotic birds, valleys, hilltops, and papyrus swamps.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mahogany Springs (high-end lodge) or Silverback Lodge/Chameleon Hill Lodge (mid-range lodge) or Buhoma Community Bandas/Wagtail Eco Camp (budget facilities). Meal Plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: Bwindi Gorilla Trekking – Part of Lake Mburo and Gorilla Tracking
Begin the day with breakfast as you get ready for the amazing gorilla trekking safari, which begins at 8:00 am with a briefing from the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) staff. Ensure that you carry along with you a rain jacket, drinking water, snacks, and jungle boots among others.
The guides will lead you inside the jungle to see the shy primates for a group you have been booked for. Do not forget to take your lunch boxes and all the necessary gear to track the rare mountain gorillas – perhaps one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The tracking may take between 2 to 6 hours but it’s well worth the effort.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mahogany Springs (high-end lodge) or Silverback Lodge/Chameleon Hill Lodge (mid-range lodge) or Buhoma Community Bandas/Wagtail Eco Camp (budget facilities). Meal Plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 4: Bwindi – Ishasha, Queen Elizabeth
Today’s drive is through what is probably East Africa’s most spectacular scenery. Head to the Ishasha section for afternoon relaxation. In the evening you will get on a game drive in search of the rare tree-climbing lions.
Dinner and overnight stay at Ishasha Wilderness Camp (high-end facility) or Ishasha Jungle Lodge (mid-range facility). Meal Plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Note: You can have a second night at Ishasha at an additional cost.
Day 5: Ishasha – Kampala/Entebbe
Get ready for an early morning breakfast, and then take on a morning game drive to spot more tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector. Thereafter, you will return to Kampala with a stopover at the Equator crossing line for photography and lunch en-route. Drive at your convenience back to Kampala at your choice of hotel or place of residence. Meal Plan B & L.
Lake Mburo and Gorilla Tracking Tour Includes:-
- Airport transfer
- Transportation by a 4 x 4 Safari Land cruiser.
- Game drives
- Horse riding Lake Mburo
- Boat trips
- One Gorilla permit per person
- Community walks Bwindi
- Accommodation and meals as per the Itinerary
- Game drive in Ishasha
- Park fees
- Driver/guide subsistence allowance.
- Enroute lunches
- Ranger guide fees
Safari Excludes:-
Expenses of personal nature like Visa fees to Uganda & Rwanda, drinks, laundry, tips, telephone, cigars, etc