four regions<\/a> ie Buhoma in the North, Ruhija in the east, Rushaga and Nkuringo in the southern part of the park.\u00a0 Gorilla groups in Bwindi Forest include Nkuringo, Kyagulilio, Busingye, Bweza, Oruzogo, Bitukura, Mubare, Habinyanja, Muyambi, Katwe, Mukiza and Nshongi gorilla families among others.\u00a0 Each family is visited by a group of eight people per day for strictly an hour.<\/p>\nInterestingly, gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest costs $700 which is far less compared to $1500 in the neighboring Rwanda.<\/p>\n
Talking of Lake Bunyonyi, the small lake comprise of over 20 islands each with a different story.\u00a0 A boat cruise takes you to explore different islands of the lake. The common visited islands include the punishment island where the unmarried bakiga girls who got pregnant were taken and left to die. The other islands include Akampene, Bwama, Bushara and Bucuraniko among others. In addition to boat cruising, Lake Bunyonyi offers other activities\u00a0 such as Ziplining, Bird watching, community tours, Hike to the top f the world, Bicycling, swimming and ziplining among others<\/p>\n
A combination of Bwindi gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi offers you an lifetime experience that you will live to remember. Superfine Safari is your ultimate guide on this 4 Days Uganda gorillas and Lake Bunyonyi Safari<\/p>\n
Trip Summary<\/strong>
\nDay 1: Pick up & transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
\nDay 2: mountain gorilla trekking & Batwa community visits
\nDay 3: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
\nDay 4: Depart to Kampala
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\nDetailed Itinerary<\/strong>
\nDay 1: Pick up & transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park<\/strong>
\nOur driver-guide will pick you from Entebbe international airport or your hotel in Kampala and transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park. Enjoy this 8-9 hours scenic drive with a stop at Uganda Equator for photos and en-route lunch in Mbarara. The full-day drive gives you the best pre gorilla trekking experience with beautiful views of flat plains, rolling hills, green plantations and happy people along the way. Dinner and overnight at Mahogany Springs Lodge\/ Bakiga Lodge\/ Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge<\/p>\nDay 2: mountain gorilla trekking & Batwa community visits<\/strong>
\nWake up early, have breakfast and with your packed lunch transfer to the respective Bwindi park headquarters for registration and briefing about the rules and regulations of gorilla trekking. At 8:00 am, begin off the hike into the jungle to meet the gentle giants. Hiking time varies depending on the location of gorillas and their speed of movements. On meeting the gorilla family, you will spend strictly an hour in their company. Use this hour to take pictures, capture live videos and observe their human-like characters. In the evening if time allows visit Batwa communities to learn about the traditional forest life of batwa pygmies and also for a cultural performance. Dinner and overnight at Mahogany Springs Lodge\/ Bakiga Lodge\/ Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
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\nDay 3: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi<\/strong>
\nAfter breakfast, check out and drive to Lake Bunyonyi a place for small little birds. Spend a full day relaxing at the shores of Lake Bunyonyi, enjoy a boat cruise to explore different islands of the lake, go swimming, bird watching and refresh your mind. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort\/ Bunyonyi overland camp\/ Lake Bunyoyi Eco Lodge.<\/p>\nDay 4: Depart to Kampala<\/strong>
\nHave breakfast, enjoy the sunrise at the lake, check out and set off to Kampala for a connecting flight at Entebbe international airport.<\/p>\nTour inclusions<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Gorilla permit
\n\u2022 Boat cruise at Lake Bunyonyi
\n\u2022 Batwa visits
\n\u2022 Bottled drinking water
\n\u2022 Full-time English speaking guide
\n\u2022 Accommodation and meals
\n\u2022 Airport pickups and transfers
\n\u2022 Touring and photography
\n\u2022 Miscellaneous<\/p>\nTour Exclusions<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Visa fees
\n\u2022 International flights
\n\u2022 Tips
\n\u2022 Alcoholic beverages
\n\u2022 Personal expenses
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