Gorillas & Game Safari 5 Days Uganda

Tour Highlights

MGAHINGA NATIONAL PARK

Famed for its golden monkeys and volcano hiking, lush tropical rainforest, and incredible biodiversity with hundreds of bird species.

MCAHINGA NATIONAL PARK

The park is home to mountain gorillas and other primates, forest elephants, bush pigs, leopards, hogs, and other animals. 

LAKE BUNYONYI

A peaceful view of one of the crater lakes, surrounded by rolling hills and calm, reflective water that shows off the beauty of the landscape

Experience Uganda’s wildlife like never before on this 5-day adventure. Track golden monkeys and hike any of the 3 volcanoes at Mgahinga National Park. Come face-to-face with mountain gorillas and observe these giants as they go about their day, behaving like humans without AI. Enjoy the many activities around Lake Bunyonyi, or simply relax and swim or sit by the lake. This trip is an unforgettable nature treat.

itinerary

  • Day 1: Starting in Kampala or Entebbe. Drive to Mgahinga National Park – Enjoy the scenic drive along the way
  • Day 2: Gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga National Park
  • Day 3: Volcano hiking and/or a cultural encounter with the Batwa people
  • Day 4: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi and explore the area around the lake. Enjoy the many optional activities in the area, including bird watching, island tours, zip-lining, mountain biking, boat cruises, canoeing, swimming, etc
  • Day 5: Outbound departure with a photo stop at the Equator

Accommodation

Accommodation

Your accommodation is always in a safari lodge or tented camps subject to availability, details to be provided upon booking.

pricing

The price for your trip depends on the travel season, choice of accommodation, optional excursions, whether a solo traveller or sharing, amongst others.

  • INCLUDED: All airport transfers and transportation, lodging, food, water, game drives, park fees, Guide, gorilla and chimpanzee permits, and flight from Kisoro to Entebbe.
  • EXCLUDED: Extra excursions not indicated, health and evacuation insurance, international flights, visa fees, alcoholic beverages, dinner on the arrival day, and gratuities are not included.
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Why Choose
Waterviews Travel

Why Waterviews? Because
Extraordinary Adventures Deserve
Exceptional Planning.

At Waterviews Travel, we simplify the complex and craft safaris that are unforgettable, seamless, and completely tailored to you.

Expert-Curated Itineraries

Designed to maximize your time and experiences.

Fully Customized Trips

Tailored to your preferences, pace, and budget.

Your Trip Your Choice

Travel how you want, with the freedom to explore solo or guided.

Accomodation Near Water

Think riverside and lakeside camps or lodges with sunset reflections.

Water-Based Activities Available

From canoe safaris to scenic boat rides, elevate your trip with aquatic magic.

Frequently asked questions

Do all accommodations have access to a water views?

We design all itineraries to help you enjoy water views wherever you go, provided your desired travel location is near a body of water.

Your itinerary in part or in full is designed to take you to places where you will enjoy a water view, either from your accommodation or the activities available to you. Please note that while we make every attempt to choose default accommodations with a water view, we cannot guarantee that every default accommodation or your particular room will have a water view as this is subject to the location, travel season, availability, booking time, etc.

Do you offer the full travel package of flights, car rental, hotel, insurance and activities?

Our itineraries include transport options to help you move around. You have the option to stay at the default accommodation in the itinerary (which in most cases has a water view) or modify your accommodation choice based on your personal preferences. We also recommend activities that help you to enjoy being near or on the water. We recommend that you purchase insurance from a reputable insurance carrier of your choice.

Are all the tours self-guided?

Unless specified otherwise or you purchase activities that involve guided tours, all the itineraries (tours) are self-guided.

What are the minimum and maximum number of travellers that can book a tour?

There is no set minimum or maximum numbers, all bookings depend on you and your travel plans. You can book to travel alone or with a group.

Are the tours suitable for all ages?

Most tours are suitable for all ages subject to the location, length of trip, activities involved and your personal circumstances. We encourage you to use your own judgment on what is suitable for you and your group.

Do you arrange group tours?

Yes we do.  Contact us by email at:  service@waterviewstravel.com so that we can assist you.

We have an idea of what we want to do or where we want to go but are not sure how to plan our trip. Can you help us?

Yes, we can help. Waterviews specializes in planning trips to places where you will enjoy spectacular water views or water activities worldwide. If you have any questions or a dream location not listed on our website, contact us at:  service@waterviewstravel.com

I would like to go to a country or location that is currently not listed on your website. Can you help me plan my trip?

Yes, we can. We provide travel itineraries for travel worldwide.
Please contact us by email if you can’t find your travel location:  service@waterviewstravel.com

Are meals, gratuities, insurance and local taxes included in these tours?

Unless otherwise specified, these trips do not include meals, gratuities or local taxes that may be chargeable by the accommodation and other service providers. Insurance is only included if you purchased it at the time of booking, otherwise, you are advised to buy insurance from a reputable provider to cover you during your travel.

What if my travel plans change?

From dreaming to planning and booking, we are with you every step of the way. Your well-being and enjoyment are our priorities. We are happy to assist should your travel plans change. If your travel plans have changed, contact us right away at:  service@waterviewstravel.com

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