The 7 days Lake Mburo, Queen Elizabeth, and gorilla trekking safari will expose you to both Uganda’s Forested parts and the Savannah Plains in Bwindi Impenetrable, Lake Mburo National Parks, and Queen Elizabeth respectively.
While in these three parks, you will see various wildlife species like Mountain gorillas, forest elephants, buffaloes, monkeys, and zebras in Bwindi and a big number of zebras, Topis, Uganda Kobs, and giraffes.
You will be picked up from the Entebbe airport or hotel your guide will drive to Lake Mburo National Park home to large numbers of antelopes, and other animals like Buchells Zebras, hippos, warthogs, buffaloes, and birds.
You will have lunch along the way, later arrive at the park, check-in at the lodge, and have an evening game drive. Have dinner and overnight.
Rwakobo Rock
Have breakfast and set out for a game drive you will have a chance to see a big number of zebras, topis, Uganda kobs, and giraffes, among others in Lake Mburo. Later go back to the lodge have lunch and in the afternoon set out on a boat safari where you will be able to see buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and birds on the shores. There will be a chance to see the birds like, saddle bill storks, Abyssinian ground hornbills, and others after going back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Rwakobo Rock
In the morning on this day, you will have breakfast and therefore after transfer and drive to the South-western part of Uganda to Bwindi. This journey will be incredible as you will be seeing various things on the way such as banana and coffee plantations, long-horned cattle, and rolling hills.
You will have a stop in Mbarara town for lunch after which you will embark on the road through the terraced Kigezi highlands, later arrive at Bwindi's Impenetrable National Park which hosts a rich ecosystem of different living organisms which you will be viewing the next day. Enjoy Dinner and overnight.
Gorilla Mist Camp
Start your day with a tasty breakfast and make sure you carry packed lunch from the lodge. Your guide will take you to the information center for briefing where you will meet with other trekkers before you start trekking at 8:00 am.
After the briefing, enter the mighty Bwindi forest as led by the Park rangers, who will take you to where the Gorillas can be located at that time. The activity takes around 2 to 8 hours. Also, remember that no skill is needed to track gorillas though one needs to be fit enough at least.
There is nothing as astonishing and thrilling as watching the silverbacks guard their bases, watch the females feed young ones, play, and grumble at each other among other things, you will take enough photos. Return to the lodge after, in the evening if time is available, you could also have a walk in the Batwa community and see how they live. After having dinner and overnight.
Gorilla Mist Camp
After breakfast, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via the Ishasha sector and later have lunch and dinner as you prepare for the next day.
In the southern section of this park, the Lions are now and again spotted hanging on branches of huge fig trees whereas the Uganda Kob (which are the major food to these lions) graze in the plains of the Ishasha sector.
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
After breakfast, go for a game drive on different trails in the park including the Kasenyi trail. Along the Kasenyi trail, there is a great opportunity of seeing various animals like lions, water bucks, Uganda Kobs, elephants, buffaloes, and warthogs as well as various birds. After the drive, go back to your lodge for lunch.
Later during the afternoon, you will take pleasure in cruising on the Kazinga channel that connects Lake George and Lake Edward. While on the boat you will see Hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and elephants among others, and also a collection of birds like the malachite kingfishers, pink-backed pelicans, and African fish eagles on the banks and in trees. Have dinner and an overnight stay.
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
After breakfast, you will set off to Kampala, and have a stopover for the equator experiment by standing your foot on either side of the Northern and Southern hemispheres. Embark on the vehicle and continue to the airport.
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4.6
From the moment I set out on this adventure, I was immersed in a blend of stunning landscapes and vibrant wildlife that felt almost surreal. The trek through the lush surroundings was a highlight, culminating in an exhilarating encounter with magnificent gorillas that I will cherish forever. The accommodations were comfortable and welcoming, providing a perfect refuge after long days of exploration. Each location I visited seemed to tell its own story, especially the serene moments by the shimmering waters that left me in awe. My only suggestion would be to include a little more variety in the dining options along the way, as the menu did feel repetitive at times. Overall, this experience allowed me to connect deeply with nature and create memories that will last a lifetime. I left feeling enriched and inspired, truly grateful for the journey I had taken.
4.6
Experiencing the diverse landscapes of Uganda over the course of seven days was a remarkable journey for us, especially the tranquil moments by Lake Mburo and the thrilling encounters with gorillas in their natural habitat. Each overnight stay brought us closer to the heart of the country, with comfortable accommodations that added to the adventure. The wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park was breathtaking, and we felt truly immersed in the beauty of the scenery while trekking through various terrains. Our only suggestion would be to enhance the meal options during the safari; a bit more variety would have complemented the experience even better. Overall, this trip left us with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for Uganda’s natural wonders.
4
We loved our time trekking through the stunning landscapes of Lake Mburo and Queen Elizabeth, with the highlight being the thrilling encounter with the gorillas. Staying at cozy lodges that embraced the local culture added a special touch, although a bit more variety in meal options would have been nice.
5
We had an unforgettable week filled with thrilling treks and memorable wildlife encounters, especially while tracking the majestic gorillas. The only thing we wished for was a bit more variety in our overnight accommodations, but the breathtaking scenery and vibrant experiences made it all worth it.