4-Day Lake Bunyonyi & Bwindi Gorilla Retreat
Safari Overview
Lake Bunyonyi is a magical body of water dotted with 29 terraced islands. This safari pairs the strenuous mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi with peaceful recovery time on Lake Bunyonyi. Canoeing, historical island tours, zip-lining, and Batwa Pygmy cultural interactions.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Drive westwards, passing the Equator. Climb up the Kigezi Highlands, arriving in Bwindi in the evening.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi. After receiving your trekking certificate, drive to Lake Bunyonyi for a relaxing sunset evening.
Day 3: Island Hopping, Canoeing & Batwa Cultural Walk
Ride a traditional dugout canoe. Visit Punishment Island and Sharp's Island. Interact with the Batwa cultural community to learn their traditional forest skills.
Day 4: Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe/Kampala
Start the return journey to Entebbe. Stop for lunch and souvenir shopping. Drop off at your hotel or airport.
What's Included & Excluded
✔️ What is Included:
- ✓ Gorilla Trekking Permit
- ✓ Lake Bunyonyi Boat/Canoe Tour
- ✓ Batwa Cultural Tour Guide
- ✓ 4x4 Transport & Professional Guide
- ✓ Hotel/Lodge Accommodations
- ✓ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
❌ What is Excluded:
- ✕ Gratuities
- ✕ Personal insurance
- ✕ Alcoholic drinks