Uganda Safari - 6 Days Safari in Bwindi, Lake Mburo and Ngamba Islands

This is a 6 days Uganda Safari to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Lake Mburo Natioanal Park and Ngamba Islands. Tourist activities on this Uganda Safari include Mountain Gorilla Trekking, Wildlife Tour & Chimpanzee Viewing in Uganda.

Safari Itinerary - Uganda Gorilla, Chimps, Wildlife Safari

Day 1: Depart to Bwindi Impenetrable national Park

Depart from Kampala by road and head south-West approximately 8-10hrs drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park which is best known for its Mountain Gorillas, though the park the Montane Forest also attracted stunning birds of which, there are 23 of the 24 Albertine Rift endemics including the African Green Broadbill, Bar Tailed Trogon and other beautiful forest species. You will have a short stop at the Equator for an educational talk as well as a photographic opportunity. We will continue to Mbarara where were we will stop for lunch.  Your drive will take you through Uganda 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. Tonight you will sleep to the sounds of the mountain rainforest. Overnight at Gorilla Resort Safari Lodge/Buhoma Community Bandas

Day 2: Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
This morning you will have to wake up very early to get ready for the most exciting 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. There are now only about 700 left in the world! The tracking may take between 2 and 6 hours but its well worth the effort. There are always park guides with you who interpret the flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the Gorillas. In the afternoon relax at the camp or if you have the energy, go for a guided village walk to visit the Local Batwa Community returning to the Camp in the evening. Overnight at Gorilla Resort Safari Lodge/Buhoma Community Bandas

Day 3: Bwindi - Lake Mburo National Park and Boat trip
After breakfast we will depart for Lake Mburo National Park. This scenic drive which is approximately 7-8 hours will take you to Mbarara where you will stop for lunch before making our final descent to Lake Mburo National Park.

After checking in, you will go for a 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. Overnight at Mantana Tented Camp/Rwonyo Campsite

Day 4: Nature Walk and Depart for Kampala.
After breakfast, have a guided nature walk and then proceed to Kampala. This drive will take you across the Equator where you will stop for a photographic opportunity as well as an informative talk, a stop at the Royal Drum makers is so rewarding. On arrival in Kampala, your safari guide will transfer you to your hotel. Overnight at Cassia Lodge/Holiday Express Hotel (BB)

Day 5: Depart to Ngamba Islands
After an early breakfast, you will be driven to the shores of Lake Victoria to meet your 9.00am or 12:45 launch. The boat trip takes about 45 minutes across to Ngamba Island, crossing the equator en-route. On arrival at the island, home to 39 chimpanzees, you will be given a short introduction and briefing on the sanctuary. After which, its feeding time! It is fascinating to watch the chimps interact with each other and with their keepers. In the relatively short amount of time you are there you will be able to see such different personalities amongst the group, with some whistling for food and others clapping. Obviously the ideal option would be to re-introduce these orphaned chimpanzees to the wild however this is not possible for a number of different reasons and the sanctuary is not bad for second best. You will return to the mainland before proceeding to the Entebbe Wildlife Education Centre. Here they have replicated some of the country’s ecological zones such as savannah, wetlands and tropical forest. If you have not managed to see the shoebill in the wild you are guaranteed a sighting here, as well as rhino. Overnight at Imperial Resort Beach Hotel/Boma Guest house/Golf View (BB)

Day 6: Reserved for Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport depending on your flight time to catch your flight back home.

End of the Uganda Safari to Bwindi, Ngamba Islands and Lake Mburo

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