Gorilla Safari: Lake Mburo Wildlife Adventure

Embark on a thrilling 4-day Uganda adventure, tracking majestic gorillas and exploring Lake Mburo’s wildlife. Dive into Lake Bunyonyi’s serene beauty.

Duration: 4 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Embark on an exciting journey to the remote, picturesque, and hilly region of southwestern Uganda. This 8 to 9-hour drive is a delightful experience for road trip enthusiasts. While most of the road is paved, the slightly rougher sections add to the adventure…

What's Included
  • Gorilla permits
  • Private transportation
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
What's Not Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • On-board restrooms
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This journey is primarily designed for those whose main objective is to observe mountain gorillas and experience the wildlife in the savannah of Lake Mburo. The adventure begins at Entebbe International Airport and concludes in Entebbe. Following the gorilla tracking, participants will be transported to Lake Bunyonyi, where they can enjoy a swim or embark on a boat trip to discover the nearby communities.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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650maikei
Jul 25, 2025
Exceptional - I had a great time on this tour! The tour was well organised and had stunning accommodation. Peter is easy to communicate with and Gerald is a knowledgeable guide who knows his way around the parks and the surrounding areas. I really enjoyed my time with them and can only recommend Big Apes Africa Safaris.
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Backpacker732197
Jul 2, 2025
Big Apes Safaris are the absolute best! - Big Apes African Safaris were the first group to respond to my enquiry e mail. They are on top of their game and everything went as smoothly as it possibly could. Our guide Andrew was very friendly, warm, full of knowledge and on time with everything we did. I literally could just enjoy our safari experience without having to worry about anything! As a single woman touring with her son, I felt super safe and that was everything to me! Thank you Jackson also, it was lovely to meet you as well!
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Emmasy9760vi
Mar 1, 2025
Wow, wow, wow! You've found your next adventure! - I cannot be more grateful to have booked with Big Apes, and even more grateful that my lucky stars gave me Brian as my guide! I’ve been lucky enough to have travelled to over 90 countries as a solo female traveler, but this might have been my best trip ever! Why? Rwanda and Uganda are incredibly beautiful countries, full of incredible people, landscapes and nature. From the start of my 4-Day Mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys Safari, I knew I was on an amazing adventure in very capable hands. The itneary was perfect, not too much, but always moving and optimising every chance I had to experince something new. I was able to see so much, and at all times felt very supported! The accommodation was great, transport comfortable and boarder passing smooth. But for me the most important special ingredient was my guide, Brian. He was the ultimate professional, always trying to make my experience memorable, giving me additional information and helping me out. By the end it was like I’d just been on a road trip with a friend. The world would be a better place if there were more Brians in it 😊 Don’t hesitate to book, you’ve found you’re next adventure!
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Volaughlen
Jan 2, 2025
Go see Uganda and Rwanda with Big Apes ! - Well organized and flexible tour operator who selected quality accommodations for our tour. Some travel plan changes were introduced by us and they were helpful in accommodating . Ambrose was our tour guide and he is trustworthy and organized and kept us on track throughout the tour .. and is an overall good guy. We saw the golden monkeys at volcanoes , gorillas at Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi and various cultural tours in between. Take their recommendation for culture tour outside volcanoes park (especially couples). Uganda and Rwanda are beautiful places and are underrated . We felt safe and looked after from our guide, hotel staff, park rangers etc
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Francom7777777
Aug 17, 2025
Unforgettable Experience in Rwanda & Uganda - We had a wonderful trip through Rwanda and Uganda with many unforgettable moments. The wildlife encounters, beautiful landscapes, and diverse activities made this journey truly special. Our guides were friendly and knowledgeable, and the lodges were comfortable. A great way to experience the beauty of both countries – highly recommended!
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Pieroce1422bt
Jun 29, 2025
A few issues and an Inexperienced Guide - Unfortunately, our trip did not meet the 5-star expectations that led us to book this experience. From the outset, there were a number of concerns that impacted our overall enjoyment. On the first day, we were left waiting outside the Genocide Memorial for over 45 minutes. Our guide dropped us off at the entrance and said he would park the car and return, but he never reappeared. We tried looking for him around the area and the vehicle, but he was nowhere to be found. We never received an explanation for what happened during that time. The driving throughout Kigali felt unsafe. The guide frequently seemed unsure of the directions, and on multiple occasions, we had to assist using Google Maps. It was evident that he lacked confidence driving in Rwanda and was unfamiliar with many of the destinations on our itinerary. Communication was another major challenge. Instructions and updates were often unclear and lacked the level of professionalism we expected. While it was clear that our guide meant well and was trying to do a good job, we strongly feel he needs further training and more experience to meet the standards promised. Additionally, prior to the start of the trip, we attempted several times to pay the remaining balance ahead but did not receive the invoice until the final day of the trip. We were then told we couldn’t leave the lodge until payment was made — despite unreliable Wi-Fi and power outages that made it nearly impossible to complete the transaction promptly. This situation made us feel as if we were being held hostage, which was stressful and unnecessary. That said, we do want to acknowledge and sincerely appreciate the support we received from the company during the trip, especially when we had to cancel the Golden Monkey trek due to a health issue with my partner. The understanding and flexibility shown during that situation were truly appreciated and made a difficult moment easier to manage. While there were some highlights — notably the incredible gorilla trekking and a few lovely accommodations — these moments were overshadowed by the logistical issues and lack of professionalism throughout the rest of the experience.
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From $1,890
up to 7 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).