6 Days Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Best Of Uganda Safari

This 6 Days Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park itinerary is one of the best ways to experience Uganda’s top highlights in just under a week. You’ll explore three of Uganda’s most iconic parks — Lake Mburo, Queen Elizabeth, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park — and end with a serene stay at Lake Bunyonyi. Expect close-up wildlife encounters, rich savannah game drives, and the unforgettable moment of standing face-to-face with a mountain gorilla.

Organized by Nextgen Safaris, this private, customizable safari is led by a professional English-speaking guide and includes comfortable accommodation, permits, and transport. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group — this safari guarantees an authentic and thrilling journey through the Pearl of Africa.

Safari Highlights: 6 Days Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Track the endangered mountain gorillas in the lush jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Experience a rare walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, spotting zebras, elands, and giraffes on foot

• Enjoy chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge, the “Valley of Apes” in Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Spot tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector, a unique phenomenon in the African wild

• Cruise the Kazinga Channel — home to one of the largest populations of hippos in the world

• Relax at Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s most scenic lake with over 29 islands and panoramic views

• Travel in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking driver-guide

• All-inclusive: park fees, gorilla permit, chimpanzee permit, accommodation, meals, and transportation

• Option to upgrade accommodation or extend to Murchison Falls, Jinja, or cross-border East Africa safaris

• Guided by Nextgen Safaris, your trusted Uganda-based tour operator for gorilla tracking and wildlife adventures

6 Days Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park itinerary

Day 1: Transfer from Entebbe to Lake Mburo National Park (Arrival before 2 PM)

Your 6 Days Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi begins with a personalized pick-up from Entebbe International Airport (before 2 PM) or from your hotel. You’ll meet your dedicated Nextgen Safaris driver-guide and start the scenic journey to Lake Mburo National Park — Uganda’s smallest savannah park and a hidden gem along the western highway.

Home to over 350 bird species and animals such as zebra, eland, impala, buffalo, and Defassa waterbuck, Mburo offers a soft landing into Uganda’s wildlife. After check-in at your lodge, if time allows, enjoy an evening game drive to spot grazing herds and perhaps a leopard before sunset.

Accommodation: Eagle’s Nest Mburo (Budget Level)
Meals: Dinner
Drive Time: Approx. 4 hours
Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park

Start your adventure in the wild — request upgrades or mid-range options upon inquiry.

Day 2: Morning Walking Safari in Mburo – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Wake up to birdsong and enjoy a guided walking safari through Lake Mburo’s bushveld with an armed UWA ranger. This up-close experience allows you to track animals like zebras, giraffes, elands, and even buffaloes on foot — a rare opportunity in East Africa.

After breakfast and check-out, your 6 Days Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi continues with a drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most diverse wildlife reserve. After a brief rest and lunch at the lodge, head out for an afternoon game drive across the Kasenyi plains — home to lion prides, elephants, antelope species, and birdlife.

Accommodation: Irungu Safari Lodge (Budget)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: Approx. 3 hours
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Walking with wildlife and cruising into lion territory — book now to secure your travel dates.

Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kyambura Gorge & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

After an early breakfast, head to Kyambura Gorge — often referred to as the “Valley of Apes.” You’ll spend the morning tracking chimpanzees through a lush riverine forest, also home to baboons, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and hundreds of bird species.

Return to the lodge for lunch and rest. In the afternoon, enjoy a 2-hour boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, one of Africa’s densest concentrations of hippos. Elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife gather along the shoreline.

Accommodation: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Add a Golden Monkey trek or experiential activity — inquire when booking this 6-days-gorilla-tracking-in-bwindi-impenetrable-national-park tour.

Day 4: Sunrise Game Drive, Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive in the Kasenyi sector. Look out for predators like lions and leopards, alongside massive elephant herds. After breakfast and check-out, travel to the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions — a rare sight in Africa.

From Ishasha, proceed to the Ruhija sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You’ll arrive in the evening at your lodge surrounded by ancient rainforest — the home of the critically endangered mountain gorilla.

Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: Approx. 6 hours
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Optional: Upgrade to include lion tracking with conservation rangers – $120. Ask us how when booking.

Day 5: Gorilla Trekking Experience – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, drive to the Bwindi park offices for your gorilla trekking briefing. Today is the highlight of your 6-days-gorilla-tracking-in-bwindi-impenetrable-national-park safari. Hike through thick jungle terrain until you find your assigned gorilla family — the experience can take 2–6 hours depending on their movements.

Once found, you’ll spend one hour in their presence, observing family behavior, feeding, and play — an experience that’s both humbling and unforgettable.

After your trek, transfer to the serene shores of Lake Bunyonyi, known for its terraced hills and 29 emerald islands.

Accommodation: Itambira Island Treehouse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: Approx. 2–3 hours
Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi

Book early — gorilla permits are limited and in high demand throughout 2025–2028.

Day 6: Equator Stop & Return to Entebbe (Flight after 7 PM Recommended)

After a relaxed breakfast with lake views, begin your return journey to Entebbe. Stop en route at the Uganda Equator in Kayabwe for souvenir shopping and a memorable photo at the zero-latitude line.

Arrive in Entebbe in the late afternoon or early evening. Drop-off at the airport will be timed for flights departing after 7:00 PM.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Drive Time: Approx. 8 hours
Main Destination: Entebbe International Airport

End of tour – personalized extensions available on request (e.g. Jinja, Murchison Falls, or Kenya add-on).

Why Book This 6 Days Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Tour?

• Guaranteed gorilla trekking permit

• Private vehicle and professional guide throughout

• Authentic lodges with flexible upgrade options

• Trusted local expertise from Nextgen Safaris

• Customizable to suit your dates and preferences

Ready to plan your adventure?
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