8-Day Bwindi Gorillas & Lake Bunyonyi

Journey overview

Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, followed by restorative canoe time among Lake Bunyonyi’s terraced islands.

Gorilla permits lead the calendar. June–September and December–February are the more reliable trekking windows.

This is a starting point. We refine lodges, flying days and pacing around who is travelling, the season and how you like to spend a safari afternoon.

Primate trekking days

Gorilla treks are permit-led, weather-affected and physically uneven. We build the nights before and after around recovery, dry kit and unhurried transfers.

Sightings are carefully managed for the animals’ welfare — one hour with the group is standard once contact is made.

Regions on this journey

This route focuses on Bwindi · Bunyonyi. We adjust lodge choice, flight legs and the number of nights in each area to match your season and travel style.

Planning notes

Travel style: Gorilla & lakes. Permits arranged subject to availability.

Climate

Uganda’s equatorial climate stays green for much of the year. Days are warm; forest treks can feel humid. Two rainy seasons — March to May and October to November — require sturdy footwear and flexible scheduling.

Best time to visit

June to September and December to February are the most reliable trekking windows. We secure permits early and build recovery nights around forest days.

Inclusions

• Accommodation as outlined
• Park fees where stated in your proposal
• Expert guiding on scheduled safari days
• Meals as specified in your final itinerary

Exclusions

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Premium drinks unless stated
• Gorilla/chimpanzee permits where applicable (quoted separately)
• Items of a personal nature