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.
Day 1: 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: 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: 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 Early start for Kampala stopping for lunch at Mbarara. Arrive late afternoon.