5-Day Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi, Queen Elizabeth Mid-Range

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Kampala

Activities:

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Meet your guide and transfer to Kampala (1-hour drive).

Relax at your hotel – Unwind and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Dolphin Suites Kampala
Meals: Lunch & dinner at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Kampala (City)

Accommodation:

Dolphin Suites

• Mid-range hotel located in Kampala (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Activities:

Equator Photo Stop – Cross the Equator line in Kayabwe, a classic Uganda photo op.

Evening Community Walk – Interact with the Batwa or Bakiga communities near Bwindi.

Travel Notes:

Scenic 8–9-hour drive through rolling hills and rural villages.

Lunch Stop: Igongo Cultural Centre (near Mbarara) – Enjoy local dishes and explore the cultural museum.

Accommodation: Gorilla Safari Lodge – Eco-friendly cottages with misty forest views.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Gorilla Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Activities:

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi (4–8 hours) – Track endangered mountain gorillas; a life-changing encounter.

Batwa Cultural Experience – Learn about the indigenous Batwa people’s traditions and forest heritage.

Travel Notes:

Afternoon 1.5-hour transfer to Lake Bunyonyi.

Accommodation: Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort – Lakeside chalets with panoramic island views.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Bunyonyi to Queen Elizabeth NP

Activities:

Canoeing & Island Visit – Paddle to Punishment Island or Bushara Island; spot otters and birds.

Evening Game Drive in QENP – Spot lions, elephants, and buffaloes in the Kasenyi plains.

Travel Notes:

4-hour drive to Queen Elizabeth NP, with lunch at Enganzi Lodge (QENP).

Accommodation: Simba Safari Lodge – Rustic-chart rooms overlooking the Kazinga Channel.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

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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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Simba Safari Camp

• Mid-range lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Queen Elizabeth NP to Entebbe

Activities:

Morning Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel – Watch hippos, crocs, and birds along the shores.

Departure Transfer – Drive to Entebbe (6–7 hours) with a lunch stop.

Travel Notes:

Lunch Stop: The Gardens Restaurant (Mbarara) – Fresh salads, grills, and Ugandan coffee.

Arrive at Entebbe by 5:00 PM for evening departure.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.