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3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

UGANDAN 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.

Destinations

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Duration

3 days / 2 nights

Experience

Gorilla trekking, Batwa cultural visit

Tour Itinerary

Your unforgettable 3-day adventure to see Uganda's mountain gorillas

Day 1: Transfer 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 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. Continue through 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.

Accommodation: Buhoma Haven Lodge

Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking & Visit to the Batwa Community

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. 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 lodge, enjoy a delicious dinner and rest early.

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.

Accommodation: Buhoma Haven Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Transfer back to Kampala/Entebbe

On your final day of the 3-day safari, after a leisurely breakfast, you will check out and begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.

You'll depart at 8:00AM, with an expected arrival time between 4:00PM and 5:00 PM. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch enroute at Igongo Cultural center.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

What's Included

Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle

From Kampala/Entebbe and back

Accommodation for 2 nights

At Buhoma Haven Lodge

All meals as per itinerary

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Gorilla trekking permit

For Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Visit to the Batwa community

Cultural experience

Bottled drinking water

During activities

Professional English-speaking guide/driver

Expert services throughout

What's Not Included

International flights

To/from Uganda

Uganda visa fees

Required for entry

Optional activities

Not mentioned in the itinerary

Beverages

Not mentioned in the itinerary

Personal expenses

Souvenirs, laundry, tips

Travel insurance

Highly recommended

Additional meals/snacks

Not listed in itinerary

Pre/post tour hotel stays

Additional nights