3-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari
Experience an unforgettable 3-day safari to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to endangered mountain gorillas. This all-inclusive tour offers thrilling treks, stunning views, and warm Ugandan hospitality. Enjoy seamless transfers to Bwindi, expert guides, and cozy lodges all while supporting conservation.
3 days / 2 nights
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 1: Scenic Journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Your adventure starts with a warm welcome from a friendly driver-guide at Entebbe International Airport or your hotel in Entebbe/Kampala. You’ll travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle to Bwindi, passing vibrant markets and scenic countryside, with your guide sharing interesting facts about Uganda.
Stop at the Uganda Equator in Kayabwe for fun photos, a water-flow demonstration, refreshments, and souvenir shopping. Enjoy a tasty lunch in Mbarara, possibly at Igongo Cultural Centre.
Continue through Uganda’s rolling hills, tea plantations, and the stunning Kigezi Highlands, often called the “Switzerland of Africa.” Capture views of terraced farms and friendly locals along the way.
Arrive at your cozy lodge near Bwindi, check in, relax, and have dinner. Your guide will brief you on the next day’s gorilla trek and help you prepare with essentials like a rain jacket, sturdy shoes, and a camera.
Fall asleep to the soothing forest sounds, excited for your upcoming gorilla encounter.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi View Lodge
Meals and Drinks included.
Day 2 – Gorilla trekking day at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Start your day with breakfast at the lodge to fuel up for the adventure ahead. Afterward, drive to the park headquarters for a briefing with expert rangers from the Uganda Wildlife Authority. You'll learn about safety, gorilla trekking rules, and conservation efforts before being assigned to a gorilla family.
Next, embark on your trek through the rainforest, guided by rangers who know the gorillas' favorite spots. Once you find your assigned gorilla family, you’ll have an unforgettable hour observing them watching silverbacks protect the group, baby gorillas play, and mothers care for their young. Take photos and interact with the rangers, who will share fascinating insights into the gorillas' behavior and conservation efforts. After your time with the gorillas, you’ll trek back to the park headquarters. Head back to the lodge enjoy a delicious dinner and rest early, wrapped in the tranquility of Bwindi’s wilderness.
Feeling curious? Join an optional guided visit to the Batwa Pygmy community to hear their ancient forest tales, watch traditional dances, and learn how they once lived alongside the gorillas.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi View Lodge
Meals and Drinks included.
Day 3 – Journey back to Entebbe/Kampala
After a relaxed breakfast, say goodbye to your forest haven and start the drive back to Entebbe/Kampala. Watch Uganda’s landscapes roll by, from misty hills to bustling roadside markets.
Stop briefly in Kabale or Kisoro for a quick stretch or to snap photos of the terraced highlands—a perfect keepsake moment.
Break for lunch in Mbarara at a local favorite, enjoying one last taste of Ugandan cuisine. Keep rolling toward Entebbe, with an optional stop at the Equator if you’d like to pick up souvenirs or take more photos. Your guide keeps the vibe lively with stories and insights.
Keep rolling toward Entebbe, with an optional stop at the Equator if you’d like to pick up souvenirs or take more photos. Your guide keeps the vibe lively with stories and insights.
Arrive back in Entebbe/Kampala, where we’ll drop you off at the airport for your flight or at your hotel. Wave goodbye with a heart full of gorilla memories and a promise to return to Uganda!
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi View Lodge
Meals and Drinks included.
What's Included
Pick-up/drop-off in Entebbe/Kampala
4x4 safari vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide
2 nights in a mid-range lodge
All meals as listed
Gorilla trekking permit ($800 per person)
Park fees, ranger guides, bottled water, Equator stop
What's Not Included
International flights, Uganda visa
Souvenirs, tips, extra drinks
Optional extras: Batwa visit ($20), porter ($20)
Travel insurance
Pre/post tour hotel stays
Why Trek with Us?
Unforgettable Moments with passionate local guides
Stress-Free Planning - We handle all logistics involved in this package
Responsible Travel We support conservation and communities
Tailored Comfort at cozy lodges and scenic drives
Helpful Tips
Pack sturdy hiking boots, gloves, long pants, rain jacket
Bring a non-flash camera
Moderate fitness helps, porters available
Best time: June–Aug, Dec–Feb (dry); March–May, Sep–Nov (lush)