4-Day Gorillas & Lake Bunyonyi

Tour Overview

Gorilla trekking in Rushaga with time to rest at Lake Bunyonyi before and after. A gentler pace than the 3-day trek, with dugout canoes and island views. This 4-day private safari visits Lake Bunyonyi, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Highlights: Dugout canoe and island walk on Lake Bunyonyi.

Best time to go: Year-round; drier Jun-Sep and Dec-Feb.

Accommodation Options (Budget, Midrange, Luxury):

Choose the comfort level that suits you; the vehicle, guide and activities stay the same. Price per person (2 people sharing, 2027): Budget $1,682 · Midrange $2,091 · Luxury $2,814.

• Lake Bunyonyi (1 night): Budget – Simple lakeside lodge or camp; Midrange – Mid-range lakeside lodge (e.g. BirdNest or Arcadia); Luxury – Best available luxury lakeside lodge
• Bwindi – Rushaga (1 night): Budget – Nshongi Camp; Midrange – Rushaga Gorilla Lodge; Luxury – Gorilla Safari Lodge
• Lake Bunyonyi (1 night): Budget – Simple lakeside lodge or camp; Midrange – Mid-range lakeside lodge (e.g. BirdNest or Arcadia); Luxury – Best available luxury lakeside lodge

Lodges shown are examples, or similar, subject to availability. Gorilla and chimp permits are included at cost.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Entebbe to Lake Bunyonyi

Drive south-west (about 8 hrs) to Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale. Overnight: Mid-range lakeside lodge (e.g. BirdNest or Arcadia) (midrange) or similar.

Day 2: Gorilla trekking, Rushaga

Early transfer to Rushaga (about 1.5 hrs) for gorilla trekking. Overnight near the park. Overnight: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge (midrange) or similar.

Day 3: Back to Bunyonyi

Return to the lake for a dugout canoe trip to Bushara and Punishment islands. Overnight: Mid-range lakeside lodge (e.g. BirdNest or Arcadia) (midrange) or similar.

Day 4: Bunyonyi to Entebbe

Drive back to Entebbe/Kampala.

Inclusions:

• Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, English-speaking driver-guide and fuel
• Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala
• Accommodation as listed, sharing a double or twin room; full board on safari
• Gorilla trekking permit and a guided trek with UWA rangers
• Dugout canoe and island walk on Lake Bunyonyi
• Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
• All government taxes

Exclusions:

• International flights and Uganda visa (single-entry e-visa about $50, or the East Africa Tourist Visa at $100)
• Travel and medical insurance; a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry
• Tips for guides, porters and lodge staff
• Drinks unless the lodge includes them, laundry and personal items
• Optional activities and anything not listed
• Single room supplement (on request)

How to Get There:

Book an international flight to Entebbe International Airport (EBB), about 45 minutes from Kampala. Your Mwema Safaris driver-guide meets you at arrivals or at your hotel. About 7 to 8 hours by road from Entebbe, and about 1.5 hours from Rushaga.