3 Days Lake Bunyonyi Safari

Uganda

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$1200.00

Duration

6 days

Tour Type

4.2 by 3 reviews
  • Quality4.33
  • Location3.67
  • Amenities4.33
  • Services5
  • Price3.67

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Lake Bunyonyi is located in South western Uganda between the districts if Kisoro and Kabale. It lies 1902 km above sea level and has 6 Islands. Lake Bunyonyi is thought to be the second deepest lake in Africa.

This 3 Day safari will take you to one of the most naturally beautiful crater lakes in Uganda for relaxation, island hopping, Canoeing, swimming and many more activities.

The name Bunyonyi [Place of little birds] in the local language comes from the fact that the area is home to over 200 bird species. The lake is free from Bilharzia, crocodiles& hippos.

 

Safari Overview:

  1. Canoeing (Dugout Canoe)
  2. Nature Walks to see Zebras & Monkeys
  3. Swimming
  4. Visiting the Local community
  5. Sightseeing
  6. Bird watching
  7. Cycling.

Included/Exclude

  • Services of a professional English-speaking Guide
  • Airport and Hotel transfers
  • Standard transportation while on safari
  • Accommodation for 2 nights
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Activities indicated in the Itinerary.
  • Air tickets & Visas
  • Expenses of personal Nature
  • Personal Travel Insurance

Tour Plan

Our guide will pick you up from the airport or your hotel after breakfast, briefing you on the 3-day safari. Then, embark on a 7-hour journey to Lake Bunyonyi, making several stopovers for lunch and relaxation.

This region of Uganda boasts the country's finest scenery, with beautiful countryside, vast swamps, and locals tending to their gardens and animals. Stop at the Equator landmark in Kayabwe for photos and souvenir shopping before continuing to Mbarara town for lunch. Finally, head to Kabale – Lake Bunyonyi for dinner and overnight stay.

ACCOMODATION OPTIONS:

Luxury [ Arcadia Cottages]

Midrange [ Bunyonyi Safari Resort]

Budget [Overland Resort].

Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner.

Wake up early and prepare to have fun all day long. You will enjoy the sound of birds all over the place in the Morning. The lake is home to several bird species like the beautiful egrets, hawks, African harrier, weaver birds, herons etc. Your Guide will take you to visit the Batwa and the Abahesi community of black smiths.

Spend time with them and learn about how they make a living. After this, you will be taken back to your hotel for lunch and then proceed to go canoeing/ boat ride to get better views of the Lake, surrounding areas, terraces and the rolling terraces.

Most of the Islands on this lake are named after the dominant bird species there. While at the Islands, you will interact with the people, visit some of the schools and health facilities. Retire to your lodge for relaxation, dinner & Overnight.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

After breakfast, you will go for Nature walks to enjoy the beautiful scenery / landscapes as you wait to begin the journey back to Kampala. The lake Bunyonyi area is green throughout the year with beautiful trees and vegetation that are all worth exploring. You will then embark on your journey back to Kampala and stopover in Mbarara town for lunch at Igongo cultural Centre, have another stopover at the Equator. Expect to reach Kampala /Entebbe late evening and be dropped at your hotel or Airport for your flight back home.

End of safari.

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3 thoughts on “3 Days Lake Bunyonyi Safari”

  1. 4.4

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    It is a great place to shop not too far from New York. We took the bus from Port Authority and traveled through the countryside to get there.

  2. 4.2

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    This is the best tour on the east coast! It was amazing how many places we visited and what great memories we made!

  3. 4

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    We always stay at here when in town. The location is great, staff is wonderful and we love the overall feel. Beautiful view from the here.

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