5 Days Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi And Lake Mburo National Parks
5 Days Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi And Lake Mburo National Parks
5 Days Starting and ending in Entebbe International Airport
Visiting: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, Entebbe aircargo transporter, Kampala
Tour operator:
Tour code:
kent-013
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 14
Age range:
12-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Eco Conscious, History, Photography, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Join us on a five-day trip to bwindi impenetrable forest national park to view ugandas finest(mountain Gorillas) alongside other primates in the Gorilla trekking activity to interact and understand the way of living in these primates. Also visit lake Bunyonyi one of the deepest lakes in the world and Lake mburo national park to view vast wildlife species of birds like African wattled lapwing, Common.Bare-faced go-away-bird, Common Black-bellied bustard, Common Greater painted-snipe among others and mammals like Burchell's zebra and eland only found here and in the less accessible Kidepo NP , impala are residents, Bushbuck has a quite unique habit in the park among others.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive At Entebbe International Airport
Location: Entebbe Airport
Accommodation: lodge
Accommodation Name: Buhoma Lodge or Standard
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Pick up by your guide from Kampala after your breakfast and immediately set off to the Southwestern part of Uganda-Bwindi Forest. It will be a great journey with a lot of sightings such as the rolling terraced hills, together with a few stopovers at the equator to take photos and another in Mbarara to have lunch as you proceed to Bwindi. You will arrive in the evening and rest at the hotel with dinner.
Day 2 : Gorilla Trekking And Tracking
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Buhoma Lodge or Standard
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast that early morning, move to the headquarters of the park for briefing with your packed lunch. After, enter the forest for gorilla trekking guided by the Park rangers. Later in the evening take a walk in the Batwa community for some cultural encounters from the Batwa people like the traditional dances among others.
Day 3 : Bwindi Forest-Lake Bunyonyi.
Location: Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Lake Bunyonyi eco resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
On this morning after a tasty breakfast, say goodbye to Gorilla sanctuary as you will drive to Lake Bunyonyi also termed as a great destination for birders due to the various numbers of birds that are available, apart from that it has eye-catching sceneries including the waters, hills, forests, islands among others. Upon arrival you could opt to go for a canoe along the lake or just go for a nature walk around the area. In the evening retire at the lodge and have dinner.
Day 4 : Lake Bunyonyi -Lake Mburo.
Location: Entebbe aircargo transporter, Entebbe aircargo transporter
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Mihingo Lodge (Luxury)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, carry on with the journey to Lake Mburo national Park, whereby your eyes will be caught up by the large numbers of impalas (mainly concentrated in this park), zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, among others. Along the way your eyes will be fed again with the stunning landscapes of the kigezi highlands. You will have lunch along the way, when you arrive at the park you will have a game drive through the park as you will have a chance to see most animals. Later have dinner and Overnight.
Day 5 : Return To Kampala.
Location: Kampala
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy breakfast; go on a boat cruise along the lake where you will see more wildlife on the lake shores like hippos, Crocodiles, buffaloes drinking water as well as many birds and you will also see other smaller lakes like Bwa and Kazuma. In the afternoon after having lunch, drive back to Kampala after an amazing time in the wild.
What's Included
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Game Drives on Safari
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Gorilla permits
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Accommodation
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Entrance Fees
Gorilla permit and park fees per person
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Sanitisers, Masks / per person
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Fully Guided
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Emergency Evacuations ( AMREF)
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Travel Insurance
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International Travel
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Personal expenses
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Country Entry Visas
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Souvenirs
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Local Taxes
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Cigarettes and alcohol
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
No, there is no supplement for solo travellers however there is a discount for group travellers
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, pre or post tour accommodation can be organised but at an extra cost
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes ofcourse the names of the accommodation are on the itinerary and more details can be provided if required
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, all park and entrance fees are included in the final price
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What currencies are required for this tour?
The US dollar is required for this tour
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes,the tour coach is air conditioned
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes, you require a Ugandan visit visa for this holiday got at the immigration office at Entebbe Airport
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
A normal fitness level is required
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum size group is 14 people. In order to observe Standard Operation Procedures to overcome Covid-19
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
yes, airport transfers from the airport to the accommodation facility, then to the destination and back to the airport for departure after the end of the trip
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, free Wi-fi is available.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
The standard of hotels on this tour is 5 star luxury accommodation (hotels and lodges)
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Are flights included in this tour?
Domestic flights where indicated in the package are included in the tour however international flights are not included.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The minimun number of passengers required is 1 so if he/she doesnt turn up, cancellation and refund will base on the conditons below; Customers will receive a full refund, less the cost of the non- refundable gorilla permit ($600), with 45 days’ notice of cancellation
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, the local guides on the tour speak English
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there is plenty of time to explore places besides those stupilated on the package
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Company Instant Book
Yes there is instant Book
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, children from 4 years are permitted to take part in the tour, however only those that are 15 years and above are allowed to take part in gorilla trekking as per the government regulation
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Visas are not included on the price and are not part of the package
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, you will have a representative from Kent safaris escort you on the trip.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
This is a private tour which is scheduled a particular client at a particular time
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
The yellow fever vaccine is required for this tour therefore you should carry your yellow book for the trip and also due to the covid -19 pandemic that hit the world, covid-19 vaccine is also essential for the tour.
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What is the tipping policy?
There is no tipping policy, its out of your will and liking to tip
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Can i get a refund?
Yes, refund is possible in case of Force Majeure less $600 gorilla permit fees per person because permits are regulated by Uganda Wildlife Authority. or Trips can be rescheduled at suitable date.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
There is no limit, however its of advise for you to carry only what you will need during the tour
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Kent Safari Tours requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of kent safari tours charges.
Up to 46 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.