5 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari This five-day takes you to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park for the Mountain track, Queen Elisabeth National Park for wildlife game viewing, and a boat ride on the Kazinga channel connecting Lake Gorge and Lake Edward and Lake Mburo National Park for a game drive and boat cruise. Safari Highlights for Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari stopover at the Uganda Equator Boat Cruise on Lake Mburo Game drive in Lake Mburo National Park Gorilla tracking in the Bwindi forest Tree climbing lions in the Ishasha sector Game drive in Queen Elisabeth Park Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channe Tour Summary of Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari Day 1: Kampala – Lake Mburo National Park Day 2: Lake Mburo National Park – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Day 3: Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park Day 4: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Queen Elizabeth National Park Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Kampala

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Overview

Day 1 :

Kathmandu to Pokhara (By flight or Bus)

Day 1: Kampala – Lake Mburo National Park Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari we start with a drive south-westwards and stop at the Mpigi Drum Makers. Watch as they make drums using traditional methods. Have another stop at the equator for photographs and souvenirs. Drive by local communities and the rolling plains of Ankole. Continue on to Lake Mburo National Park arriving in time for an afternoon boat ride. Overnight stay at the accommodation.

Day 2 :

Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri

Day 2: Lake Mburo National Park – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Early morning game drive and enjoy the rich biodiversity including large herds of zebra, impala, gigantic eland, topis, and a variety of bird species. Return to the lodge for a late breakfast and transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park, home to half of the world’s mountain Gorillas. Dinner and overnight.

Day 3 :

Trek to Ghorepani

Day 3: Uganda Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park Enter the forest at dawn and enjoy the beauty and freshness of the forest, home to more than half of the world’s mountain gorillas. After a short briefing by the guides, proceed through the dense bush to trek for these endangered animals depending on where they built their nest the previous night. For conservation purposes, the time allowed with the Uganda Gorillas is 1 hour. Observe the gentle giants as they feed and play. If we have a free afternoon, we shall go for a 3-hour village walk. Take note of the livelihoods of the local communities, and visit a traditional herbalist, blacksmith, and local brewery to see how beer is brewed using local methods. Enjoy the traditional dances offered by the community. If we have time, we can visit Bwindi Hospital and see how we can help the local community. Dinner and Overnight.

Day 4 :

Early trek to Poon Hill for Sunrise, Back to Ghorepani and Trek to Tadapani

Day 4: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Queen Elizabeth National Park We shall drive through the countryside passing through traditional homesteads and farms. Continue on to Queen Elizabeth through the southern part of the park (Ishasha sector). Arrive in time for an afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga channel. This is a home to a variety of water birds and on a hot day, hippos, elephants, buffaloes, and waterbucks can be sighted as they bathe and drink water at the water edge. Crocodiles are occasionally sighted along the channel banks. Dinner and overnight.

Day 5 :

Tadapani to Chomrong

Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Kampala Get up ready for an early morning game drive. The park’s diverse ecosystem of grassy plains, tropical forests, rivers, swamps, lakes, and volcanic craters is home to an incredible abundance of wildlife. Look out for buffaloes, lions, elephants, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for a late breakfast and transfer to Kampala arriving late in the afternoon. End of the Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari Please note that this is a guideline program that may be customized according to travelers’ needs and preferences. The variations are normally made to improve the tour and your experience.