5 Days - Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi and Queen Elizabeth
Duration - 5 days

This 5 days adventure in Uganda takes you through the misty Bwindi National Park for the Gorilla Trekking activity and later to Lake Bunyonyi which is said to be one of the most beautiful lakes in Uganda. Later to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a great game viewing experience in the Ishasha sector and enjoy game drives and a boat cruise on the Kazinga channel.


Short Itinerary


Day 1 (Nov 22, 2024) - Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 2 (Nov 23, 2024) - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorilla Tracking) to Lake Bunyonyi
Day 3 (Nov 24, 2024) - Lake Bunyonyi to Ishasha sector (Game drive)
Day 4 (Nov 25, 2024) - Game drive in Ishasha sector and Boat cruise in Kazinga Channel
Day 5 (Nov 26, 2024) - Queen Elizabeth National Park (Game drive) to Kampala

Choose Date


Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.

Ensuite Accommodation Packages


Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on Nov 22, 2024, in a group of two adults . Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks. You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.

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Option E1: $1,797 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $1,854 per adult for safari with Mini Land Cruiser , $1,910 per adult for safari with Standard Land Cruiser , $2,023 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at Gorilla Closeup Lodge - Budget Crafted Room, Bwindi (Nkuringo) from Nov 22, 2024 to Nov 23, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Itambira Island, Seeds of Hope - Round house, Lake Bunyonyi from Nov 23, 2024 to Nov 24, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Enjojo Lodge, Ishasha - Self Contained Safari Tent, Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha) from Nov 24, 2024 to Nov 25, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Bush Lodge, North - Self Contained Tents, Queen Elizabeth (North) from Nov 25, 2024 to Nov 26, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E2: $1,919 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $1,976 per adult for safari with Mini Land Cruiser , $2,032 per adult for safari with Standard Land Cruiser , $2,145 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at Gorilla Valley Lodge - Ensuite, Bwindi (Rushaga) from Nov 22, 2024 to Nov 23, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort - Floating Cottage, Lake Bunyonyi from Nov 23, 2024 to Nov 24, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Enjojo Lodge, Ishasha - Self Contained Safari Tent, Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha) from Nov 24, 2024 to Nov 25, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Twin Lakes Safari Lodge, North, Queen Elizabeth (North) from Nov 25, 2024 to Nov 26, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E3: $2,011 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $2,068 per adult for safari with Mini Land Cruiser , $2,124 per adult for safari with Standard Land Cruiser , $2,237 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge - Cottage, Bwindi (Rushaga) from Nov 22, 2024 to Nov 23, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Arcadia Lodge, Lake Bunyonyi from Nov 23, 2024 to Nov 24, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Enjojo Lodge, Ishasha - Thatched Cottage, Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha) from Nov 24, 2024 to Nov 25, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Bush Lodge, North - Self Contained Tents, Queen Elizabeth (North) from Nov 25, 2024 to Nov 26, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E4: $4,088 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $4,145 per adult for safari with Mini Land Cruiser , $4,201 per adult for safari with Standard Land Cruiser , $4,314 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at Bwindi Lodge - Deluxe Banda, Bwindi (Buhoma) from Nov 22, 2024 to Nov 23, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Arcadia Lodge, Lake Bunyonyi from Nov 23, 2024 to Nov 24, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ishasha Wilderness Camp, Ishasha, Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha) from Nov 24, 2024 to Nov 25, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Kyambura Gorge Lodge, North - Deluxe Banda, Queen Elizabeth (North) from Nov 25, 2024 to Nov 26, 2024 [Full Board]

A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.


Itinerary


Day 1 - Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

You will be picked up around 7:00 am from your Hotel in Kampala (or Entebbe) by our Guide who will brief you about your tour. You will later be driven in a comfortable and secure touring vehicle to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the South-West which will take around 9 hours of drive. Lunch will be provided en-route at Mbarara.

You will be reaching in the evening at the accommodation in Bwindi.

Day 2 - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorilla Trekking) to Lake Bunyonyi

You will have an early morning breakfast at 6:30 am and with packed Lunch you will move to the Park headquarters to join other trackers in a briefing about the gorilla trekking rules at 7:30 am. You will trek through thick creepers and undergrowth with your guides to find the Gorillas, which can take you 1-8 hours. The steeply forested landscape is incredibly dense but crisscrossed by numerous animal trails allowing access by tourists. You will will stay with Gorillas sometime once sited and later transferred to Lake Bunyonyi.

The drive will be in the beautiful part of the country often referred to as ‘the Switzerland of Africa’ because of its unique cool weather despite being near the Equator. This lake is said to be one of the most beautiful places in western Uganda. It is the second deepest lake in Africa (900 meters deep) and also one of the few places in the country where it is considered safe to swim as it is bilharzia free.

Note: Depending on your time of arrival at Lake Bunyonyi, you can pay the extra amount for the activity (Community Walk, Canoe Ride, Boat Ride, Bicycle Ride, Bird Watching and Cray Fishing...) directly at the accommodation and do the activity on this day or on the next day before departing to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Day 3 - Lake Bunyonyi to Ishasha sector (Game drive)

After your breakfast you will set off for Ishasha Sector. You will reach in the afternoon check in to your Lodge have lunch and some rest for sun to go down.
Post Lunch you will be taken for an evening game drive in Ishasha sector. After the drive you will return back to the Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 - Game Drives in Ishasha and Boat Ride in Kazinga Channel

After your breakfast you will be taken to Ishasha, famous for the tree climbing lions lounging in the tree branches while keeping a close eye on herds of Uganda kob, their favorite prey, you could have a chance to spot some tree climbing lions and after you proceed to your lodge.
In the afternoon you will take a Boat Cruise along the amazing Kazinga channel to see, at close range, the water animals to include Hippos, Buffalos, Crocodiles and elephants bathing on the channel banks. There is also a variety of bird species on the water banks especially the famous Shoebill, pelican and Jacana

Day 5 - Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kampala

The final day of your adventure in Uganda will begin by 6:30AM. Heading out for a short game drive after breakfast, you will continue driving towards Entebbe/ Kampala. In the course of the drive, you will be passing through Lake Mburo National Park which offers great opportunity to sight zebras, Impalas and Uganda Kobs. The last stop will be Kampala (or Entebbe) and this is where you bid your farewell.

Stay Locations


Day 1 - Bwindi (Ruhija) or Bwindi (Rushaga) or Bwindi (Buhoma) or Bwindi (Nkuringo)

Day 2 - Lake Bunyonyi

Day 3 - Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha)

Day 4 - Queen Elizabeth (North)

Maps


Meals


Day 1 (Nov 22, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (Nov 23, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (Nov 24, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (Nov 25, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 (Nov 26, 2024) - Breakfast & Lunch

Drive Times


Day 1 - Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park takes about 8.5 to 10 hours (473 to 510 km)
Day 2 - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Lake Bunyonyi takes about 1.5 to 3 hours (65 to 100 km)
Day 3 - Lake Bunyonyi to Ishasha sector takes about 3 to 4.5 hours (160 km)
Day 4 - Ishasha sector to Kazinga channel takes about 1.5 to 3 hours (65 to 100 km)
Day 5 - Queen Elizabeth National Park (North) to Kampala takes about 6.5 to 7 hours (389 km)

Note 1 : These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.

Note 2 : Driving distance and drive time to and from Bwindi will vary depending upon the sector and location of the accommodation.

Inclusions


  • Game drive as mentioned in the itinerary.

  • All Taxes and VAT.

  • A professional English speaking driver/ guide.

  • 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.

  • Meals as per itinerary.

  • Drinking water while on safari (2 liters per person per day).

  • Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

  • Gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi.

  • Activities mentioned in the itinerary.

Exclusions


  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

  • Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).

  • Tips (Tipping guidelines).

  • Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

  • International flights.

  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

  • Government imposed an increase of Taxes, Gorilla trekking permits, Chimp tracking permits and or Park Fees.

5 Days - Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi and Queen Elizabeth
Duration - 5 days

This 5 days adventure in Uganda takes you through the misty Bwindi National Park for the Gorilla Trekking activity and later to Lake Bunyonyi which is said to be one of the most beautiful lakes in Uganda. Later to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a great game viewing experience in the Ishasha sector and enjoy game drives and a boat cruise on the Kazinga channel.


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