Bushman Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Transfer to Lake Mburo national Park

Transfer to Lake Mburo national Park

We will be picked up from our hotel or place of residence in Kampala after breakfast to begin our journey to Lake Mburo, Uganda’s smallest savannah national park. Upon arrival, we will check into our booked safari lodge for lunch and later set out for a refreshing boat cruise on Lake Mburo. This is a platform that will enable us to view the aquatic wild including numerous numbers of unique bird species that are associated with water. Return from your cruise on Lake Mburo and wrap up your day with a thrilling evening game drive.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June, July and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
GiraffeOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionRare
Accommodation:
Eagle's Nest Camp
  • Budget tented bush camp bordering Lake Mburo NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Our day will kick off with an early morning nature walk after a fresh steaming cup of coffee or tea. We will set out with a game ranger for this adventure and later return for a full breakfast at the lodge. Refresh and exit Lake Mburo heading southwest to the scenic Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

The wonders of Queen Elizabeth National Park

The wonders of Queen Elizabeth National Park

Our day will begin with an awesome early morning game drive. Later in the afternoon, we will wind the day on the Kazinga Channel for a view of the aquatic wild and the prolific bird life. This boat cruise will definitely blow your mind. We will get some time to take in all the beauty around us and take plenty of pictures before we return to the shores and wind our day at the Elephant Corridor trying to look out for the world's largest mammals in large numbers.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Tent)
  • Inside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Transfer to Buhoma through Ishasha

Transfer to Buhoma through Ishasha

Wake up to a delicious meal and then start our journey out of Queen Elizabeth National Park heading to Buhoma. This is not before taking advantage of this route to view the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha. We will continue to Buhoma, Bwindi. Upon arrival, we will check into our booked safari lodge for dinner and our overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Accommodation:
Bwindi View Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Gorilla Tracking

Gorilla Tracking

An awesome day of encountering mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. After a short briefing, we will set out into the Impenetrable Bwindi Forest. The hike will take you through some of the best sights and you may get to spot a few forest birds as a bonus as you trail through the forest to get to the mountain gorillas. When you finally get to these beautiful creatures, you will be allowed one hour to view, observe and take plenty of pictures before you return down the trails to have your packed lunch. Afterwards, return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

Accommodation:
Bwindi View Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Return to Kampala

Return to Kampala

After breakfast, we will check out of the safari lodge and embark on our journey back to Kampala. We will make a stop at the Uganda Equator for lunch and take pictures before we continue with the journey to Kampala.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Bushman Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.