6 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari

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$2,509.0

This safari starts and finishes in Entebbe. It can also be done from Kigali in Rwanda, or from Kampala in Uganda [The Bwindi gorilla permit is included in the safari cost.

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  • Vacation Style Holiday Type
    • Africa
    • Family
    • Rural
    • Urban
    • Wildlife
    Culture, Family, Guided Tours, Wildlife
  • Activity Level Extreme
    7/8
  • Group Size Medium Group
    10
All about the 6 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari.

This safari starts from Entebbe [The Bwindi gorilla permit is included in the safari cost]. For those who wish to visit the three natural-habitat gorilla countries of the world Bwindi and Mgahinga in Uganda, Parc National des Volcans in Rwanda, and Virunga Park in Congo, which is on the other side of the misty Virungas please contact us. Enjoy tracking the legendary mountain gorillas.

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

Price includes:

  • 1 Night African Roots Guest House
  • 2 Nights at Mutanda Lake Resort
  • 1 Night Mburo Safari lodge
  • 1 Night at Crater Bay Cottages Lake Bunyonyi
  • 1 Gorilla Permit
  • Game drives
  • Vehicle for the tour
  • All Entrance fees
  • Local guide fee
  • Half Day boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi to visit local communities, see birds
  • Transfer in and Out
  • Water
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.

Price excludes:

  • Meals in Entebbe or Kampala. Tour is on Full Board basis for the rest of the trip
  • All flight ticket for clients
  • Alcoholic drinks and drinks off meal time
  • Video camera and photographic fee
  • Porter’s fee
  • Tips and laundry
  • Any other expenses apart from those described above including expenditures of a personal nature such as phone calls
  1. Day 1: Entebbe-Kampala

    Entebbe, Uganda

    Uganda has a total area of 236,040 sq km, bordered by Kenya in the East and Tanzania in the South, Rwanda in the South west, DR Congo to the west and South Sudan to the North, making it a landlocked country. It lies at 10S to 40N Latitude and 300 to 350 East Longitude, so it is astride the Equator.1 00 N, 32 00 E. The country, however, is well watered and fertile. Although it lies at the Equator, it receives about three rainy seasons a year, with Lake Victoria, The Nile, the many forests and the Rwenzori mountains determining much of the climate. In forest ecosystems it rains regularly and weather is unpredictable. Water covers36,330 sq km, about 15% of Uganda’s area.The country is rich in wildlife, game, birds, and a vast culture of over 50 tribes occupying this beautiful, green country. In Uganda alone a birder will enjoy twelve percent of bird species in the world; a tracker will find half of the world’s gorillas; an explorer will have an opportunity to see more than 7% of the world’s mammals. For the discerning traveller the potential for Ecotourism here is enormous, and the discreet have tapped into it.

    Day Itinerary

    Arrive Entebbe airport. Meet, greet and transfer to your hotel for overnight (BB)

  2. Day 2: Entebbe to Lake Mburo National Park

    Lake Mburo National Park is located in the western part of Uganda with varied habitats that support about 68 mammals to include Impalas, Burchell’s Zebra and Eland, around 350 bird species including the Red-Faced Barbet, the African Finfoot and the Shoe bill.

    Day Itinerary

    Start for Mbarara, enjoying natural and other arresting attractions en route. Excursion to Lake Mburo National Park for some unusual game and a boat cruise. [Approximate driving time: 5 hours]

  3. Day 3: Mburo Park to Bwindi National Park

    Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is on the edge of the western rift valley. The park is also rich in birds, chimps, monkeys and butterflies. Bwindi is one of the largest natural forests in East Africa, with both montane and lowland forest. About half of the world’s population of mountain gorillas – about 400 animals – are found in Bwindi. There is Bwindi-North and Bwindi South. In Bwindi South, where we visit, five gorilla families are open to visitors in Uganda. Other activities include volcano climbing, guided nature walk in the forest for primates, birds and butterflies or enjoy the breathtaking landscape!

    Day Itinerary

    We go for an early morning game drive. Afterwards, start for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. [Approximate driving time: 5 hours]

  4. Day 4: Gorilla tracking

    Go gorilla tracking (subject to availability of gorilla permits at time of booking), carrying a packed lunch. You will be accompanied by a guide and porters who will carry your shoulder pack for you. You will then set off to the thick forest in search of gorillas. The terrain can be difficult, with steep slopes covered in dense vegetation that gives the park its name. In addition, the altitude of 5200 feet and more means participants do need to be physically fit. The time taken to track the gorillas varies enormously, from as little as half an hour to as much as 7 hours before one returns to camp. Difficulty, however, is not impossibility and coming face to face with the great primates is well worth it!

  5. Day 5: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi

    Lake Bunyonyi (”Place of many little birds”) lies in south western Uganda between Kisoro and Kabale close to the border with Rwanda. Located at 1,962 m (6,437 ft) above sea level, it is about 25 km (15.5 mi) long and 7 km (1.35 mi) wide. The depth of the lake is rumored to vary between 44 m (144 ft) and 900 m (2,952 ft), which if true would make the lake the second deepest in Africa. The lake appears on the 5,000 Ugandan shilling Note under the title ”Lake Bunyonyi and terraces”.

  6. Day 6: Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe and on to the airport for your flight

    Start for Kampala arriving early afternoon and transfer to Entebbe airport for your flight (HB). [Approximate driving time: 6 hours]

Mid-range Hotels and Lodges

African Roots Guest House

Conveniently located close to Lake Victoria and its beach side amenities including restaurants and bars, African Roots guesthouse Entebbe offers traditional home-from-home hospitality in a comfortable, modern and tastefully designed setting. Hotel is located in a quiet suburb close to Greenfields and is just 5 minutes’ drive from Entebbe International Airport.

Mburo Safari Lodge

Mburo Safari Lodge comprises of the main Lodge, guest cottages and honeymoon house, all raised on a wooden platform. All cottages are covered by a grass-thatched roof, perfectly blending with the natural environment, and have a private balcony with views of the Lake Mburo Park. The cottages all have king-sized beds, private bathroom with hot shower and flush toilets.

Mutanda Lake Resort

The resort is spaciously set up on a 3.5 acres private peninsula stretching into Lake Mutanda. The thirteen cottages are built on a wooden platform, each with private veranda and en-suite bathroom. We offer single, double/ twin and family or triple rooms with comfortable beds and mosquito nets. Mutanda Lake Resort is spectacularly located on a private peninsula stretching into Lake Mutanda. With small islands dotting the surrounding lake and a backdrop of misty volcanoes in nearby Rwanda and DR Congo, this setting never fails to impress visitors. The main building where the restaurant is located resembles a Swiss chalet with an African touch. The perfect place to enjoy a sun downer on the veranda watching otters visiting the shore, or to cuddle up next to the fire place.

Crater Bay Cottages Bunyonyi:

On the lake shores, craterbay cottages is offering you a base to explore the lake bunyonyi or a wonderful stop over after you visit the mountain gorillas in the national parks of Rwanda or Uganda . Each of our 12 cottages is located in a terraced block with amazing views of the lake. The cottages are self contained, with wonderful gardens where you can sit and read a book or listen to the birds singing.

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance.
Inclusions

Price includes:

  • 1 Night African Roots Guest House
  • 2 Nights at Mutanda Lake Resort
  • 1 Night Mburo Safari lodge
  • 1 Night at Crater Bay Cottages Lake Bunyonyi
  • 1 Gorilla Permit
  • Game drives
  • Vehicle for the tour
  • All Entrance fees
  • Local guide fee
  • Half Day boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi to visit local communities, see birds
  • Transfer in and Out
  • Water
Exlusions

Price excludes:

  • Meals in Entebbe or Kampala. Tour is on Full Board basis for the rest of the trip
  • All flight ticket for clients
  • Alcoholic drinks and drinks off meal time
  • Video camera and photographic fee
  • Porter’s fee
  • Tips and laundry
  • Any other expenses apart from those described above including expenditures of a personal nature such as phone calls
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