Kristina's African Safaris
USG4 Gorillas in Southern Bwindi
A 4 day safari which starts
and finishes in Kampala. This safari can also be done on a private basis. [One
gorilla permit is included in the cost.]
Seeing some of the last
remaining 700 mountain gorillas in the world is a fantastic experience and this
safari takes you to Mgahinga on the northern side of the Virunga mountains.
Sometimes the gorillas that live in Mgahinga move across the border and you can
track gorillas at Nkuringo in Southern Bwindi instead.
On safari clients stay 1
night at Mantana Mburo Camp and 2 nights at Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge.
Day 1 TUESDAY
Briefing on safari. Start for
Lake Mburo, arrive in time for lunch. Either canoe trip on Lake Mburo or a game
drive in the park. O/N: Mantana Tented Camp (FB).
Day 2 WEDNESDAY
Leave for Kabale and continue
to Mgahinga. Make brief stops at places of interest including Kanaba Gap to view
the dramatic Virunga volcanoes and beautiful terraced hills. Picnic lunch. O/N:
Overnight: Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge (FB).
Day 3 THURSDAY
Go gorilla tracking in Mgahinga/Nkuringo
(subject to permit availability at the time of booking). Mount Gahinga Lodge at
2,300m nestles in the shadow of the dramatic Virunga volcanoes. O/N: Volcanoes
Mount Gahinga Lodge (FB).
Day 4 FRIDAY
Early start for Kampala
stopping for lunch at Mbarara. Arrive late afternoon.
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