3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking with Lake Bunyonyi

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$990 / person

Total Price

3 Days

Trek Duration

2-6 travelers

Group Size

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Combine gorilla trekking with a relaxing stop at Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa's most scenic crater lakes, for a well-rounded trip.

Day 1: Kampala to Bwindi

Depart Kampala driving southwest through Masaka and Mbarara toward Bwindi. Arrive by late afternoon and settle in for an early night ahead of the gorilla trek.

Scenic southwestern drive

Overnight: Lodge, Bwindi

Day 2: Gorilla Trek then transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Morning gorilla trekking with park rangers, spending an unforgettable hour with a habituated gorilla family. After lunch, drive roughly 1.5 hours to Lake Bunyonyi, checking into your lakeside lodge in time to watch the sunset over the terraced islands.

Morning gorilla trekking
Sunset arrival at Lake Bunyonyi

Overnight: Lakeside lodge, Lake Bunyonyi

Day 3: Lake Bunyonyi Boat Ride & Return

Morning dugout canoe or motorboat ride around Lake Bunyonyi's 29 islands, including the legendary Punishment Island. Afternoon drive back to Kampala, arriving in the evening.

Canoe ride around island-dotted lake
Punishment Island story stop

Overnight: Departure

What's Included

✓ 1 gorilla permit
✓ Private safari vehicle
✓ Driver-guide
✓ Lodge accommodation, 2 nights
✓ Boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi
✓ All meals
✓ Park fees

Not Included

- Flights
- Visa
- Tips
- Optional canoe rental

Trip Details

DifficultyModerate

Best ForTravelers wanting gorillas plus scenic lake relaxation

Countryuganda

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