5-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari

On arrival at Entebbe Airport, your expert guide will meet you and we'll hit the road toward Queen Elizabeth National Park. Along the way, we'll make two special stops:

1. Equator Crossing: Snap that classic one-foot-in-each-hemisphere photo at this famous geographical landmark
2. Mbarara Town: Enjoy a delicious lunch break in this bustling regional hub

Covering nearly 2,000 square kilometers, Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda's most diverse protected area - so big it actually straddles both hemispheres! As we approach, you'll see the landscape transform through:
✓ Vast savannah plains
✓ Dense rainforest pockets
✓ Sparkling crater lakes
✓ The massive Lake George ecosystem

This variety of habitats makes the park a wildlife wonderland - get your cameras ready for tomorrow's adventures!

Pro Tip: Keep an eye out for grazing Ankole cattle with their enormous horns as we pass through ranch lands near Mbarara.

Accomodation

 Kyambura Gorge Lodge

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Morning:
Fuel up with an early breakfast before heading to Kyambura Gorge for an unforgettable chimpanzee trek! With an expert tracker leading the way, you'll:
Explore a lush forest home to 30+ wild chimps
Spend up to 4 thrilling hours observing them swing through trees and interact
Learn about their behavior from your knowledgeable guide

Afternoon:
Embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where wildlife gathers at the water's edge:
 Hippos splashing and "yawn-spraying" just meters away
 Buffalo wallowing in the shallows
 Elephants bathing and drinking (keep cameras ready!)
 Colorful birds like kingfishers and African fish eagles

Evening:
Return to your lodge for a delicious dinner, then unwind by the infinity pool overlooking the channel. Watch as animals come to drink at dusk—the perfect blend of relaxation and safari magic!

"The best classroom is the heart of the wild."

Pro Tip: Bring binoculars for close-up chimp viewing and a waterproof camera for the boat cruise!

Morning Adventure in Ishasha:

• Sunrise game drive through Ishasha’s iconic savanna, where fig trees hide a rare spectacle: lions lounging on branches!

• Spot other wildlife like Uganda kob, topi antelope, and elephants roaming the plains.

Lunch with a View:

• Picnic by the Ishasha River, watching hippos sunbathe and splash—a perfect safari moment.

Afternoon Transfer to Bwindi:

• Depart at 3:00 pm for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO-listed jungle where half the world’s mountain gorillas live.

• Drive through rolling hills and terraced farmland, arriving at your forest-edge lodge by evening.

Bwindi’s Wild Magic:

• This 331 sq km rainforest is a biodiversity hotspot:
   400+ mountain gorillas (including 12 habituated families)
   120 mammal species (golden monkeys, forest elephants)
   350+ bird species (like the African green broadbill)

Evening Prep:

• Attend a gorilla trekking briefing at the lodge.

• Pack for tomorrow’s trek: sturdy boots, rain jacket, and camera (no flash!).

"In Bwindi, every step reveals why this is called ‘The Place of Darkness’—and light."

Pro Tip: Charge all devices tonight—tomorrow’s gorilla encounter will fill your memory cards!

Accomodation

Gorilla Safari Lodge, Rushaga

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Morning: The Gorilla Encounter
 Early breakfast before reporting to the park headquarters by 7:45am
 Briefing session: Learn gorilla etiquette and group assignments from rangers
 Trek begins! Hike through mystical, steep rainforest (1-4 hours) with expert trackers
 Magical hour: Observe a gorilla family feeding, playing, and nesting up close
 Capture memories (no flash!) and receive your trekking certificate

Afternoon: Scenic Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Drive through Uganda's "Little Switzerland"—rolling hills with cool equatorial air
Arrive at Africa's 2nd deepest lake (44 sq km, 29 islands!)
 Optional sunset canoe ride to explore islands (extra cost)
Lakeside dinner with volcanic island views

Evening: Ultimate Relaxation
 Unwind at your lodge: Hot shower, fireside drinks, or stargazing
Listen to the lake's peaceful whispers—no hippos or crocs here!

Key Notes:
 Trek difficulty: Moderate-strenuous (porters available for hire)
 Packing essentials: Waterproof boots, gloves, rain jacket, packed lunch
 Altitude: Bwindi ranges 1,160-2,607m—layer clothing!

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Morning: Lakeside Serenity
 Leisurely breakfast with panoramic views of Lake Bunyonyi’s 29 islands
Final photo ops of the misty "Switzerland of Africa" landscape

Midday Journey:
Depart for Kampala (6-7 hours with stops)
 Mbarara Break: Lunch + taste Uganda’s best organic coffee at a local farm
 Equator Stop: Snap souvenir photos with one foot in each hemisphere!

Evening Arrival:
Drop-off at your Kampala hotel/residence OR
Direct transfer to Entebbe Airport for evening flights

Trip Highlights Recap:
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi’s ancient forest
Tree-climbing lions of Ishasha
Chimpanzee encounters in Kyambura Gorge
Sunset cruises on Kazinga Channel & Lake Bunyonyi

Pro Tip: Schedule flights after 7pm for stress-free connections.

"Every journey changes you—but Africa leaves footprints on your soul."

Extend Your Adventure? Ask us about:

• Rwanda gorilla extensions (3-day add-on)

• Murchison Falls safari combos

• Ssese Islands beach relaxation

Thank you for exploring Uganda with us!