Bwindi and Lake Mburo National Park – 4 Days

Day 1: Kampala – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Your journey begins from Kampala early in the morning by road and head south-westwards approximately 8-9hrs drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

The park is best known for its Mountain Gorillas, primate presence and stunning bird population. You will have a short stop at the Equator for an educational talk as well as a photographic opportunity.

The journey then continues to Mbarara where there will be a stopover stop for lunch. After lunch,drive onwards; a drive that will take you through Uganda’s rolling green hills through the highlands, also known as the ‘Switzerland of Uganda’ before making the final journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home of the mountain gorilla. Check in at your accommodation for dinner and overnight. 

Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

This morning you will have to wake up very early to get ready for the most thrilling activity of Gorilla tracking! Report at the ranger station at 8:00am with your lunch boxes and all the necessary gear where the guides will take you to track the rare Mountain Gorilla, perhaps one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. Gorilla tracking in Bwindi can take between a few hours and the whole day depending on the group that is being tracked.

The guides describe the surroundings and the lifestyle of the animals in depth. After tracking, you can relax at your accommodation or go for a guided village walk to visit the Local Batwa Community returning in time for dinner and overnight. 

Day 3: Bwindi – Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast the safari will proceed to Lake Mburo National Park. The drive takes approximately 7-8 hours with scenic views on the way all through. You will have a stopover in Mbarara town for lunch before making the final descent to Lake Mburo National Park. Upon arrival in Lake Mburo National Park and checking in at your accommodation, you will go for an afternoon boat trip.

This park is an extension of the Tanzanian Plains with big herds of Zebra, Impala, Eland and other savannah species. For birders, this is one of the best places to find African Fin foot, Papyrus, Bush Shrike. Go for an evening game drive. Retire for the evening and spend the night at your accommodation.

Day 4: Nature Walk and Depart for Kampala

This is the final day of your trip. After breakfast, have a guided nature walk and then proceed to Kampala which is approximately 3 to 4hrs drive. This drive will take you across the Equator where you will stop for photography as well as an informative talk, a stop at the Royal Drum makers is so rewarding, arriving in Kampala in the evening.