Day 1: Arrival in Kampala or Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short city tour or relax at the hotel while preparing for the safari adventure ahead.
Overnight: Hotel in Kampala/Entebbe
Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda. The journey takes you through beautiful landscapes, rolling hills, rural villages, and scenic countryside. Stop for lunch along the way before continuing to the park, which is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.
Overnight: Lodge near Bwindi Forest
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Today is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast and briefing at the park headquarters, head into the dense rainforest with experienced guides to track a gorilla family. The trek may take several hours depending on the gorillas’ movements, but once located, you will spend one magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watching these gentle giants interact, feed, and care for their young is an unforgettable wildlife experience.
Overnight: Lodge near Bwindi
Day 4: Nature Walk & Community Visit
After breakfast, enjoy a guided nature walk through the forest trails surrounding Bwindi, where you may spot birds, primates, and unique plant species. Later, visit a nearby community to learn about traditional lifestyles, local crafts, and cultural performances. This experience provides deeper insight into the region and its people.
Overnight: Lodge near Bwindi
Day 5: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Mburo National Park, a small but beautiful park known for its zebras, giraffes, and antelope species. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy a relaxing evening at your lodge overlooking the park’s scenic landscapes.
Overnight: Lodge in Lake Mburo
Day 6: Game Drive & Boat Safari
Begin the day with an early morning game drive to search for wildlife such as zebras, impalas, buffaloes, giraffes, and various bird species. In the afternoon, take a boat safari on Lake Mburo to see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds along the shores.
Overnight: Lodge in Lake Mburo
Day 7: Return to Kampala or Entebbe
After breakfast, depart for Kampala or Entebbe. Along the way, stop at the Uganda Equator Crossing for photos and souvenirs. Arrive in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 7-day gorilla tracking safari in Uganda.
