One Day.
One Forest.
One Extraordinary Encounter.
Journey from the beautiful shores of Lake Bunyonyi into the ancient rainforest of Bwindi for an unforgettable encounter with the mountain gorillas of Uganda.
From Lake Bunyonyi to the Kingdom of Mountain Gorillas
Begin your day on the tranquil shores of Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most beautiful highland lakes. At 5:00 AM, your private safari guide will meet you at your preferred hotel and take you on a scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
By 8:00 AM, arrive at the park headquarters for your gorilla trekking briefing. Meet the park rangers, receive important trekking guidelines and prepare to enter the rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.
Spend an unforgettable hour observing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat before returning to the starting point, where your guide will be waiting to drive you back to Lake Bunyonyi.
The Journey, Step by Step
A carefully organised one-day experience connecting Lake Bunyonyi with the extraordinary mountain gorillas of Bwindi.
05:00 AM — Hotel Pickup
Meet your professional safari guide at your preferred hotel around Lake Bunyonyi. Begin your early morning drive towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
08:00 AM — Arrival & Briefing
Arrive at the designated park headquarters. Register for the trek, meet the rangers and attend the mandatory briefing before entering the forest.
Morning — Gorilla Trekking
Enter the dense rainforest accompanied by experienced park rangers and trackers. Search for a habituated gorilla family and enjoy up to one hour observing these remarkable animals once they are located. Trekking duration varies depending on gorilla movements and forest conditions.
After Trekking — Return to Meeting Point
Complete your forest experience and return to the designated starting point, where your safari guide and vehicle will be waiting.
Lunch — En Route
Enjoy lunch during the return journey before continuing towards the scenic shores of Lake Bunyonyi.
Afternoon — Return to Lake Bunyonyi
Arrive back at your preferred hotel around Lake Bunyonyi, bringing your memorable gorilla trekking adventure to an end.
Into The Heart of The Rainforest
Discover the extraordinary biodiversity and natural beauty of Uganda’s mountain gorilla habitat.
What’s Included in Your Experience?
Your day is organised around a seamless journey from Lake Bunyonyi to Bwindi and back.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off around Lake Bunyonyi
- Private safari vehicle and professional driver-guide
- Fuel for the return journey
- Gorilla trekking permit (if included in your confirmed package)
- Lunch en route (if included in your confirmed package)
- Ground transportation throughout the excursion
Not Included Unless Arranged
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Porter services during trekking
- Items not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
Make Your Journey to Bwindi Unforgettable.
Whether you are staying at a lakeside retreat or exploring southwestern Uganda, let We Tour Africa Safaris organise your one-day gorilla trekking experience from Lake Bunyonyi.