4 DAYS QUEEN ELIZABETH BWINDI FORESTS GORILLA TREKKING SAFARI

4 Days Queen Elizabeth Bwindi Forests Gorilla Trekking Safari courtesy of the Kampala 4 Day Safaris packages takes you to Bwindi Impenetrable forest were you will be highly inspired by the sight of the giant mountain gorillas.

Later vist Queen Elizabeth National Park – the world’s most biodiversity wildlife sanctuary featuring climbing lions, leopard, hippos, elephants, buffaloes not forgetting the beautiful launch cruise along Kazinga channel.

Queen Elizabeth National Park is often referred to as “the Pearl of Africa” and is extremely scenic featuring two beautiful lakes overlooked by an elevated peninsula. Located in western Uganda, it is home to roughly 100 different types of mammals and approximately 600 various bird species.

One can be sure to spot various buffalo, giant forest hogs, warthogs, rare aquatic sitatunga antelope, horned Uganda kob, waterbuck, leopard, topi, and elephant. However, this Park doesn’t contain any giraffe, impala, zebra, or rhinos.

The Ishasha area of the Park is home to a very unique predator, the tree-climbing lions, whose males have black manes. Be sure to visit the Kasinga Channel as it is home to world’s largest concentration of hippos. Taking a relaxing boat ride on the Channel is a popular attraction and a great way to see the hippos!

In addition, the sunset over the water is supposed to be spectacular. Bwindi Impenetrable forest in the Virunga Volcanoes mountain range is most famous for being the home to half of the world’s populations of endangered Mountain Guerillas.

Whether you are a guerilla-lover or not, the 4 Days Queen Elizabeth Bwindi Forests Gorilla Trekking Safari experience of encountering such animals is said to be one of the most emotional wildlife adventures you will ever have. In addition, the forest’s unique eco-system has been named a World Heritage Site.

4 DAYS 3 QUEEN ELIZABETH BWINDI FORESTS GORILLA TREKKING SAFARI DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Kampala – Drive To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

0700 Hours: After an early breakfast at the hotel, you will meet by our safari driver/ guide and depart Kampala for Bwindi Impenetrable forest located in the south-western part of Uganda.

A brief stop at the Equator provides an opportunity of photographing. Continue to the rolling hills and terraced landscapes of Kabale District. Have lunch in Mbarara town and proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park for overnight.

Travel Time: About 9 to11 Hours.

Accommodation Options:

Luxury Accommodation: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
Mid-range Accommodation: Lake Mutanda Chameleon Hill Lodge
Budget Accommodation; Wagtail Eco Lodge or Buhoma Community Bandas

Meal Plan: {Lunch & Dinner}

Day 2: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Gorilla Tracking & Cultural Entertainment)

After an early morning breakfast and guide briefing, set off for your gorilla tracking in the forests of Bwindi. Trekking Time: Unpredictable.

This Park is best known for the fascinating gorillas, where the time taken to find them and terrain varies according to the movements of these marvelous primates.

Though the time spent to track down these Gorillas is unpredictable, the thrill of spending time and observing these gentle giant gorillas is a rare, moving, awesome and exciting adventure that will leave you with long lasting memories of a truly unique experience.

The gorillas are shy and peaceful animals and it is an unforgettable experience to watch and photograph them as they play and interact.

A packed lunch, drinking water will be carried along as you track, comfortable boots or sturdy shoes, as well a light rain jacket are also important due to the unpredictable weather of Bwindi Impenetrable forest.

Walking sticks will be available from the park rangers. For conservation purposes, time spent with the gorillas is limited to one hour. The ranger guide always briefs you on how to behave with these gentle giants. In the evening, proceed to the village for a cultural walk to interact with the local people.

Participate in captivating traditional performances presented by Women’s groups or orphan children groups. Note that the fees you pay for these performances go directly to improve the welfare of families around the park.

Accommodation Options:

Luxury Accommodation: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
Mid-range Accommodation: Lake Mutanda Chameleon Hill Lodge
Budget Accommodation: Wagtail Eco Lodge or Buhoma Community Bandas

Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 3: Bwindi – Drive To Queen Elizabeth National Park (Game Drive & Boat Cruise)

Have an early breakfast and proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park through Ishasha. The travel time is about 4 to 6 hours. A game drive en-route will reward you with views of lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, hyenas and a variety of antelope species.

1400 Hours: Enjoy the unique evening 2-hour launch cruise on Kazinga Channel and into Lake Edward. The trip passes through the highest concentration of Hippos and many animals may be seen drinking at the water’s edge.

The launch cruise offers an excellent platform for photography, bird watching and game viewing. The prolific bird life is colorful and stupendous with well over 550 resident species.

Accommodation Options:

Budget Accommodation: Enganzi Lodge
Mid-range Accommodation: Kyambura Game Lodge
Luxury Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge & Katara Lodge

Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 4: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Game Drive) – Drive To Kampala

0700 Hours: After an early breakfast embark on an early morning game drive along Kasenyi track and Queens mile in the park and expect to see lion, elephant, buffalo, warthogs, leopard, hyena, mangoose, waterbucks, Uganda kobs, Topi etc.

After the game drive, have lunch en route as you depart for Kampala. End of our 4 days Bwindi Gorillas and Queen Wildlife Safari.

Travel time: 7 to 9 hours

Meal Plan: {Breakfast & Lunch}