3-Day The Ultimate Bwindi Gorilla Adventure
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Private Tour
3 Days
Medium
English
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day adventure from Entebbe to the legendary Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO-listed rainforest and sanctuary for endangered mountain gorillas. Travel by road through Uganda’s beautiful countryside, passing rolling hills, rural villages, and lush landscapes. The highlight of the journey is a guided gorilla trekking experience deep within the forest, where expert rangers lead you to observe these magnificent primates in their natural habitat. Witnessing the gentle giants up close is a truly moving wildlife encounter. Conclude your safari with a scenic flight back to Entebbe, offering spectacular aerial views and a comfortable, memorable end to this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Itinerary
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3-Day The Ultimate Bwindi Gorilla Adventure
Day 1: Entebbe to Bwindi Forest National Park by Road: Begin your adventure early in the morning with pickup from Entebbe International Airport or your hotel, and set off on a scenic drive southwest toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The journey takes you through rolling hills, tea plantations, small villages, and the vibrant landscapes of Uganda’s countryside. Stop along the way for photos at the Equator Line and enjoy a lunch break in Mbarara or Kabale, sampling local cuisine if you wish. Continue driving through the picturesque Kigezi Highlands, often called the “Switzerland of Africa,” with stunning views of terraced hills and forests. Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi in the late afternoon, check in, relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the gorilla trek the next day at Gorilla Leisure Lodge.
- Main destination: Bwindi Forest National Park / Rushaga Sector / Southern Bwindi
- Accommodation: Gorilla Leisure Lodge. Luxury Lodge located near Bwindi Forest National Park
- Meals & drinks: All meals included & drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest: After an early breakfast, drive a short distance to the Bwindi park headquarters for a briefing from Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers, who assign you a gorilla family based on availability and your trekking experience. Begin the trek into the dense rainforest along winding trails, through bamboo and thick vegetation, with trekking times ranging from two to six hours depending on the gorillas’ location. Once the gorillas are located, spend one unforgettable hour observing, photographing, and learning about these gentle giants in their natural habitat. After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, you can explore optional activities such as a Batwa cultural visit, short nature walks, or local craft markets, before enjoying dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.
- Main destination: Bwindi Forest National Park / Rushaga Sector / Southern Bwindi
- Accommodation: Gorilla Leisure Lodge. Luxury Lodge located near Bwindi Forest National Park
- Meals & drinks: All meals included & drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3: Bwindi to Entebbe by Flight: After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Kisoro Airstrip for a scenic flight back to Entebbe. Enjoy aerial views of the lush Ugandan landscapes, hills, and forests during the flight. Upon arrival in Entebbe, you will be met for transfer to Entebbe International Airport for onward flights or to your hotel if staying overnight. This combination of road journey to Bwindi and flight back provides the perfect balance of scenic travel, immersive gorilla trekking, and maximum comfort for a short 3-day safari.
- Main destination: Entebbe International Airport
- Accommodation: No Accommodation. End of the service.
- Meals & drinks: Breakfast, Lunch & drinking water (Dinner & Other drinks not included)
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
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