This five-day Uganda safari starts with an Equator stop and an evening game drive in Lake Mburo National Park — zebras, impalas, giraffe, and wetland birdlife — then climbs into the Kigezi Highlands for a canoe safari on Lake Bunyonyi. From there you continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a Batwa cultural experience and a full gorilla trek the following day, before returning to Entebbe or Kampala. Kitum Cave Safaris includes the gorilla permit, park fees, full-board lodges, and a 4x4 driver-guide throughout.
Uganda · Wildlife & Primate Safari
5 Days Uganda Gorilla Safari
Lake Mburo, Lake Bunyonyi & Bwindi Impenetrable National Park5 Days / 4 Nights$2,780
Duration: 5 Days / 4 NightsType: Wildlife & Primate SafariAvailability: Available year-round — gorilla permits must be booked well in advance
About This Journey
Journey Details
- Destination
- Lake Mburo, Lake Bunyonyi & Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Accommodation
- Rwakobo Rock (1 night) · Arcadia Cottages (1 night) · Bakiga Lodge (2 nights)
- Transport
- 4x4 safari vehicle with professional driver-guide
- From
- $2,780
per person · deposit $834 (30%)
Day by Day
Itinerary
Early pickup from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe, then southwest toward Lake Mburo National Park through countryside, banana plantations, farms, villages, and long-horned Ankole cattle. Stop at the Equator crossing in Kayabwe for photographs, souvenirs, and refreshments, then continue to the park. Check in, lunch, and an evening game drive through savannah, woodland, and wetland — zebras, impalas, Uganda kobs, buffaloes, giraffes, elands, topis, warthogs, waterbucks, and birdlife. Return to the lodge for dinner.
After early breakfast, a brief morning game drive, then transfer to Lake Bunyonyi — Uganda's deepest lake, known for more than 29 islands — through Mbarara and the Kigezi Highlands as savannah gives way to terraced farms and mountains. Check in, relax, then a canoe or boat safari among the islands, including Punishment Island, Bwama Island, Nyuyeera Island, and Bushara Island. Return to the lodge.
After breakfast, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas (approximately 1 hour). Check in, refresh, then an afternoon Batwa community experience — traditions, stories, music, dance, and forest knowledge. Return to the lodge and prepare for gorilla trekking.
Early breakfast, then transfer to park headquarters for registration and briefing. Trek through Bwindi's rainforest — duration varies with the gorilla family's location. Once located, you have one hour with the family. Return to the lodge for lunch and rest. Carry drinking water, packed lunch if advised, a rain jacket, sturdy hiking shoes, and long clothing.
Relaxed breakfast, then the drive back toward Kampala or Entebbe with a lunch stop at the Equator. Arrive in the afternoon or evening depending on traffic. Drop-off at your hotel or the airport — end of safari.
What's Included
- 4x4 safari vehicle, fuel, and professional driver-guide
- Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off
- Full board accommodation
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Park entrance fees
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Batwa community experience (Ruhija)
- Lake Bunyonyi boat safari
- Lake Mburo game drives
- All activities listed in the itinerary
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Travel documents and visas
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic drinks
- Laundry
- Tips and gratuities
- Activities not specifically mentioned
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Best Time to Visit
Gorilla trekking runs year-round. Dry seasons (June–September and December–February) offer easier forest trails and clearer savannah tracks in Lake Mburo.
What to Bring
- Sturdy waterproof hiking boots
- Long trousers and long-sleeved shirt (neutral colours)
- Light rain jacket, daypack, and packed-lunch bag for the trek
- Insect repellent and sun protection
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera (no flash during gorilla viewing)
- Yellow fever certificate (recommended)
Pricing
Clear Pricing
$2,780per person
Approximate display rates — final amount confirmed at booking
USD
$2,780
UGX
USh 10,564,000
KES
Ksh 358,620
EUR
2.558 €
Per person sharing, foreign non-resident rates. Full board accommodation. Includes gorilla permit.
Secure with a 30% deposit ($834) — balance due before travel.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — the Bwindi gorilla trekking permit for a foreign non-resident is included in the package price.
Yes. This itinerary is quoted on full board — breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the lodges as listed. Day 5 includes breakfast at the lodge and a lunch stop at the Equator on the drive back.
A moderate level of fitness is recommended. Treks can last 2–6 hours on steep, muddy terrain. Porters are available to hire locally for extra support.
Uganda Wildlife Authority requires gorilla trekkers to be at least 15 years old.
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Important Information
- Gorilla trekking requires a reasonable level of fitness
- Minimum age for gorilla trekking is 15 years
- Gorilla permits are limited — book as early as you can
- Pack sturdy hiking boots, long trousers, and rain gear
Booking Requirements
- Valid passport
- Gorilla trekking permit (arranged by Kitum Cave Safaris)
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate recommended
Cancellation Policy
Deposit refundable up to 45 days before departure minus admin fees. Gorilla permits are subject to Uganda Wildlife Authority policies once issued.
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