Explore the Beauty of Uganda: Gorilla Trekking and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

6 Days
From $3,053
Activity Level
Light
Transport
4X4 Land Cruiser
Comfort Level
Luxury

Trip Overview

Day 1: Pickup from the airport or hotel in Kampala and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Day 2: Enjoy a horseback ride in Lake Mburo National Park, then travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 3: Go gorilla trekking in the morning and participate in a primate walk in the afternoon

Day 4: Go on a game drive and a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel

Day 5: Take a morning game drive and visit the Bigodi community in the afternoon

Day 6: Transfer back to Kampala, with a stopover for lunch en route.

Itinerary

Day 1: Pickup from airport/hotel to Lake Mburo

Upon arriving at Entebbe airport in Uganda, you will be greeted by a guide from AA Safaris. They will take you on a tour of Entebbe town, where you will have the opportunity to see local markets, small businesses, and beaches along the way.

Afterwards, you will be driven to Lake Mburo, where you will have the chance to spot a variety of wildlife such as elands, zebras, giraffes, and impalas, as well as a variety of bird species in the surrounding savannah.

Upon arriving at your accommodation, you will have lunch and then take a boat ride on the lake. You will have the opportunity to see hippos and crocodiles lounging on the shores, as well as bushbucks, otters, and birds in the trees and shrubs. In the evening, you will return to your lodge for dinner and a good night’s rest.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge
Day 2 - 3: Horseback Riding and Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

On this adventure, you will have the opportunity to take a horseback game ride through the jungle. As you ride your horse, you will be accompanied by a variety of wild animals such as zebras, impalas, elephants, and buffalos as they roam and graze.

Afterwards, you will be driven to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you will be treated to breathtaking views of the western arm of the East African Rift Valley. You may choose to stop and take photos along the way.

When you arrive at your accommodation for the night, you will be up early the next morning for a guided tour of the park. You will be taken to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on a trek to see the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. It is important to remember to be quiet and respectful while observing the gorillas, as loud noises and flash photography can startle them. You should also refrain from mimicking gorilla sounds or feeding them. During the trek, which can last anywhere from one to six hours, you will have the chance to watch the gorillas go about their daily activities such as eating, hunting, and playing with each other.

After the trek, you will have lunch before embarking on a primate walk to see some of the 13 different primate species that reside in Bwindi forest, including baboons, vervet monkeys, blue monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, red tailed monkeys, and Colobus monkeys.

On request, you may also have the opportunity to visit the two crater lakes in the park: Lake Kyasanduka and Lake Nyamasingiri.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Arcadia Cottages
Day 4 - 5: Kazinga Channel Boat Ride and Bigodi Community Walk

Your journey will continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you will have the opportunity to take a game drive and boat cruise. Upon arriving at the park in the afternoon, you will begin your game drive in the south part of the park, where you will have the chance to see the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha. You will continue to see a variety of other animals until you reach your accommodation area, where you will check in and have lunch. Afterwards, you will head out on a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This unique experience will give you the feeling of a game drive on the water, as you will see hippos, crocodiles, and elephants on the shores and in the shallow waters of the channel, as well as a variety of birds sitting on the water as your boat floats by.

The next morning, you will have an early game drive that allows you to drive through the trails as the wild game wake up to start their day. If you are lucky, you might catch a glimpse of rare leopards and other nocturnal animals before they retire to solitude after a night of hunting. Different game drive trails will lead you to see different wildlife in the parts of the savannah parkland where they spent the night.

Later in the day, you will have the opportunity to go on a community walk in Bigodi, where you can immerse yourself in the local culture and learn about the community’s art, crafts, food, folklore, music, and dances. This experience will give you a strong connection to the area and may even inspire you to visit Bigodi annually to connect with the locals.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge , Kyaninga Safari Lodge
Day 6: Return to Kampala

After having breakfast, your AA Safari guide will drive you back to Kampala. Along the way, you may choose to make a stop at one or more of the district town centers for some light shopping.

Meals included: No Meals
Accommodation: No accmmodation

Expectations

On this Uganda safari, you will have the opportunity to experience the thrill of mountain gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. You will also get to enjoy a unique horseback riding adventure through the beautiful landscape of Lake Mburo National Park. In addition, you will participate in a guided nature walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, where you will see a variety of birds and primates. This safari is sure to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will never forget.

This 6 day tour in Uganda offers a variety of experiences in the great outdoors. You will have the opportunity to track mountain gorillas, go horseback riding in Lake Mburo National Park, and take a nature walk in Bigodi. Each day will be filled with unique and memorable activities that will allow you to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty and culture of Uganda.

 

Accomodations

Mihingo Lodge
Mihingo is a luxurious, family owned lodge in a magical setting adjacent to Lake Mburo National Park. Perched high on a rocky kopje, whose pre-Cambrian granite boulders were formed over 500 million years ago, it has spectacular views over a vast savannah landscape. Designed to blend in with its fragile surroundings, this environmentally friendly lodge offers comfort, relaxation and the experience of being at one with nature.
Arcadia Cottages
Mweya Safari Lodge
Kyaninga Safari Lodge

Availability and Prices

Apr 4, 2020 - Jan 31, 2021
Double Occupancy
$ 3,053
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 4,184
Per Person
Apr 4, 2020 - Jan 31, 2021
Double Occupancy
$ 3,053
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 4,184
Per Person
Included
  • Transfers upon arrival and departure
  • Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
Excluded
  • All gratuities
  • Airfare to and from destination
  • Trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Alcoholic beverages