The safari will take you to Bwindi national park for gorilla trekking and then take off nights at Lemala Wildwaters lodge to relax and chill after the trek. On arrival at Entebbe international airport, you will take on a domestic flight to kihihi where you will meet your driver guide who will transfer you to Bwindi where you will take a night at sanctuary forest lodge. You will be served dinner and then overnight.
The next day you will wake up early with breakfast then transfer to the park headquarters for briefing. You will be assigned to a family of gorillas in a group of eight people depending on your level of fitness. Head to the starting point accompanied by park rangers who have full knowledge of where the apes slept last night. They will as well give you security on the way searching for the apes. It will take from 30mins to 7hrs searching for them depending on where they slept last night. Once in contact with them, you will take one hour watching them learning their behaviours as well as taking photos of your choice but no flash is required while taking photos.
Once you are done with gorillas, you will descend to the park headquarters to receive your trekking certificate. Back to your lodge for lunch and get ready for ibyiwacu village tour one of the leading cultural attractions in Rwanda. The Village combines all of Rwanda’s known cultural traditions, people and history into one place for display and a personal experience. You will get to see what life was in a typical African village setting – the lifestyle, houses, traditional dances, dressing code, food, herbs and how the ancient kingdoms were generally organized.
You will be given an opportunity to learn ancient hunting skills, try weaving baskets/mats, carpentry. It is also a great place for relaxation while offering opportunities to purchase local craft, gifts and souvenir to show friends back home. You will be welcomed by loud dancing and drumming at the main gate which is only an indicator of the many great activities’ forthcoming.
The home visits and community walks while visiting the Village gives you great opportunities to understand the cultural uniqueness of the Kinyarwanda culture and heritage.
You will get the chance to sit side by side with the locals in their traditional homes and grass thatched huts. Share with them information and stories about Rwanda and her rich history/heritage. Back to lodge for dinner and overnight.
Wake up early with breakfast and transfer to kihihi for your domestic flight back to Kampala where you will get another transfer to lemala Wildwaters lodge for relaxation for some nights.
Located on around six hectares on Kalagala Island, Lemala Wildwaters Lodge lies on a unique private island mid-stream within the River Nile – one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Africa. It is uniquely perched on granite rocks with dramatic and exciting rapids roaring all around.
The 10 stand-alone elevated timber floors and super-spacious luxury suites are nestled in the rainforest with amazing river views. Each suite is linked by raised wooden walkways to the restaurant, bar, and library. Relax at the lodge and appreciate a leisurely sunset cruise on the Nile River before returning to the lodge for a delicious dinner and a good night’s sleep.
This Luxury Wildwaters Lodge Experience offers you a 2-night stay at Lemala Wildwaters Lodge in Jinja. This exclusive luxurious lodge lies within a gorgeous 6.5-hectare riverine forest that makes up an island in the middle of River Nile – the longest river in the world. Leave the mainland behind and arrive by boat, your guide expertly handling the rocks and rapids. Then walk through the pristine, emerald-green jungle that teems with birds – listen out for the distinctive cry of the African fish eagle – until you arrive at one of the most unique lodges on the African continent.
Wildwaters Lodge is a water-sports lover’s dream: whitewater rafters can tackle ‘wild or mild’ courses, taking class 5 rapids if they choose; jet boating; fishing, sunset cruises, or swimming in the pool that has been forged from natural rock. Relax and enjoy the fresh waters of the Nile, and keep an eye out for fellow water babies like Monitor Lizards or otters.
Each of the suites features a balcony that not only has wonderful views but also an outdoor, claw-foot tub for alfresco bathing a wonderful way to enjoy the sunset over the Nile. In addition, suites have queen-sized daybeds that are perfect for relaxing with a good book from the lodge’s library and hand basins carved from local pink granite. Whether you are in your suite or out on the water, Whitewater Lodge offers a stress-free honeymoon, holiday, or short weekend break.
