5 Days Gorilla Trekking & Lake Mburo National Park Safari

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your gorilla trekking adventure. Accompanied by experienced Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers, hike through the dense rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing or visiting the nearby Batwa community (optional).

Enjoy breakfast before departing for Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's smallest savannah national park but one of its richest in wildlife. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge before enjoying an afternoon game drive. Look out for: Zebras Impalas Elands Buffaloes Topis Waterbucks Warthogs Giraffes Return to the lodge for dinner.

After breakfast, enjoy a guided walking safari with an armed ranger, offering a unique opportunity to experience wildlife on foot. You may encounter zebras, giraffes, impalas, elands, and numerous bird species while learning about the park's flora and fauna. Return for lunch before heading out for an afternoon boat cruise on Lake Mburo. Common sightings include: Hippos Nile Crocodiles African Fish Eagles Pied Kingfishers African Finfoots Cormorants Herons Return to your lodge for dinner. Accommodation Same lodge as Day 3. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 5: Morning Game Drive – Return to Entebbe/Kampala Enjoy one final morning game drive before beginning your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. Stop at the Uganda Equator for lunch and souvenir shopping before continuing to your hotel or Entebbe International Airport. End of Safari Safari Includes Gorilla trekking permit (US$800 per person) Private 4x4 safari vehicle Professional English-speaking driver-guide Accommodation for 4 nights Meals as indicated Park entrance fees Boat cruise on Lake Mburo Guided walking safari Game drives Bottled drinking water Government taxes Safari Excludes International flights Uganda Visa Travel insurance Personal expenses Alcoholic beverages Tips and gratuities Accommodation & Price Per Person Budget Package Lodges: Rushaga Gorilla Camp & Eagles Nest Lake Mburo People Price Per Person 1 US$2,020 2 US$1,720 3 US$1,650 4 US$1,600 5–6 US$1,560 Mid-range Package Lodges: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge & Rwakobo Rock Lodge People Price Per Person 1 US$2,420 2 US$2,050 3 US$1,970 4 US$1,920 5–6 US$1,880 Luxury Package Lodges: Four Gorillas Lodge & Mihingo Lodge People Price Per Person 1 US$3,450 2 US$2,980 3 US$2,890 4 US$2,820 5–6 US$2,760 Best Time to Visit The best time for this safari is during the dry seasons from June to September and December to February, when gorilla trekking trails are less muddy and wildlife is easier to spot around water sources. The rainy seasons also provide lush green scenery and excellent birdwatching opportunities. Why Choose This Safari? Encounter endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Enjoy game drives, a walking safari, and a boat cruise in Lake Mburo National Park. Spot zebras, giraffes, impalas, hippos, crocodiles, and over 350 bird species. Travel with an experienced safari guide in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle. Choose from budget, mid-range, or luxury accommodation to suit your travel style. A perfect combination of Uganda's iconic primates and classic savannah wildlife.

Enjoy one final morning game drive before beginning your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. Stop at the Uganda Equator for lunch and souvenir shopping before continuing to your hotel or Entebbe International Airport. End of Safari