6-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking

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

Depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Along the way, you’ll stop at the Equator for a brief informative session and photo opportunities. Continue through rolling green hills, passing the breathtaking landscapes of southwestern Uganda—often referred to as the "Switzerland of Uganda." On a clear day, you'll witness the towering peaks of the Virunga Volcanoes in Rwanda and Congo.

Arrive at Bwindi in the evening and check in to your lodge.

Approximate Transit Time: 9-11 hours
Activity: Scenic Drive
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Camp
Meal Plan: Full board.

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:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodgejust outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi

After an early breakfast, attend a pre-trek briefing by park rangers before setting off into the dense rainforest in search of the majestic mountain gorillas. This once-in-a-lifetime experience allows you to spend an unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Along the way, the park ranger will share insights about the diverse flora and fauna of Bwindi.

Return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.

Activity: Gorilla Tracking Expedition
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Camp
Meal Plan: Full board.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodgejust outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Depart early for Queen Elizabeth National Park with packed lunch. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ishasha sector, known for its famous tree-climbing lions. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and unwind as you prepare for the next day's thrilling activities.

Activity: Scenic Drive, Game Drive
Accommodation: Enganzi Game Lodge
Meal Plan: Full board.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

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:

Enganzi Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drive & Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel

Start your day with an early morning game drive, offering a chance to spot lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, and other fascinating wildlife.

In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a prime wildlife-viewing spot. Expect close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, herds of elephants, and a variety of bird species along the waterbanks.

Activity: Game drive & Boat cruise
Accommodation: Enganzi Game Lodge
Meal Plan: Full board.

Main Destination:

Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP, Uganda)

Accommodation:

Enganzi Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Queen Elizabeth National Park to Rwanda (Kigali)

After breakfast, journey south into Rwanda while enjoying the stunning landscapes en route. Upon arrival in Kigali, visit the Genocide Memorial sites for an insightful experience of Rwanda’s history.

Activity: Transfer & Genocide Memorial visit
Accommodation: Hotel Chez Lando
Meal Plan: Full board.

Main Destination:

Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali, Rwanda)

Accommodation:

Chez Lando Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Kigali (Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Kampala

Enjoy breakfast before starting your return journey to Kampala. Along the way, stop in Masaka as requested before arriving in the city, marking the end of your incredible 6-day safari.

Activity: Departure
Accommodation: None
Meal Plan: Half board.

Main Destination:

Kampala (City, Uganda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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