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3 days Gorilla safari in bwindi impenetrable national park uganda

Experience the thrill of tracking mighty mountain gorillas in the breathtaking Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or mugahinga Gorilla national Park. These lush habitats are also home to a diverse array of wildlife, including elephants, colorful birds, and playful monkeys. Prepare to be captivated by the majestic giants of Bwindi as you immerse yourself in this unforgettable adventure. Don’t miss the chance to witness nature at its finest!

Day 1: Arrive Entebbe (early), pick up and depart for Bwindi National Park.

We hope that your flight is for an early landing (not past 10:00am) in Uganda. Your safari will start from Entebbe International Airport where the assigned Professional Tour Driver-guide will receive you and then depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi is a big habitat for mountain gorillas in Uganda harboring over 300 of them (which is almost half of the world’s gorilla population).

The drive will take you southwest Uganda by road, cross the Equator mark then to Mbarara City for Lunch and through the hilly terrain of western Uganda into Bwindi. You will arrive and do little but just check in your accommodation, relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the next day.

Accommodation options:  Nkulingo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, Buhoma lodge,  Volcanoes Safari Bwindi lodge(Luxury), Bwindi Bakiga Lodge, Rushaga Gorilla haven lodge, Gorilla valley lodge, Engagi lodge (Mid-range), Buhoma community rest camp, Ruhija Gorilla friends, Rushaga Gorilla lodge(Affordable

Day 2: Gorilla trekking in Uganda’s Famous Bwindi Forest and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.

Have breakfast and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from a ranger-guide) on the dos and don’ts during trekking. Thereafter, you will enter the Bwindi Forest for your adventure. The beauty of this rain forest is spectacular! The area offers dramatic steeply forested landscape and is incredibly dense but crisscrossed by numerous animal trails allowing access to tourists. The time taken and the terrain vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. Return to the accommodation, check out and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. Lake Bunyonyi is framed by lush, green-terraced hills that reach a height of (2,200 – 2,478m) but it’s the 29 islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water that make it most magical — you could admire them all day.

Accommodation options:  Bird nest resort, Arcadia Cottages, Bunyonyi overland resort(Luxury), Lake Bunyonyi overland resort , Bunyonyi safari resort, Lake Bunyonyi Rock resort  (Mid-range), Hawks eye guest house, Keija resort Bunyonyi, Nyamunyonyi tourism resort (Affordable).
 

Day 3 TRANSFER TO ENTEBBE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OR KAMPALA CAPITAL CITY OR RWANDA KIGALI


After delicious breakfast, you will start your journey back to
Entebbe international airport or kampala capital city or Rwanda Kigali. Cross the equator and have a quick picnic lunch.

You will then drive to Entebbe airport to catch your flight back home.

End of the Gorilla trip in Uganda.

Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Drive Time: Approx. 8 hours.

Price per person includes

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  • Gorilla permits

  • Round airport transfer

  • Professional driver guide

  • All taxes/VAT

  • All accommodations

  • Bottled drinking water

  • All meals

  • Park fees

Price Excludes

  • International flights from home back to home

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

  • Personal items, souvenirs, visas and travel

  • Insurance

General Information

Hotels have Wi-fi, self contained rooms.

Meals served are of your choice (Starter, Main course & Dessert)

Transport

Insured Custom build safari vehicles (4WD Toyota Land Cruisers, Safari Van

Are you ready for Gorilla trekking in Uganda?

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Experience a journey designed uniquely for you. Our suggested itinerary serves as a starting point that we can customize or transform into a completely bespoke adventure tailored to your preferences. Call us at +256778308827 to begin planning your perfect holiday today!

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