Uganda · Wildlife

3-Day Gorilla Safari in Bwindi with Kigezi Highlands

3 Days Round trip from Kampala Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Kigezi Highlands, commonly known as the Switzerland of Africa
02 Track habituated gorilla groups in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
03 Drive through Uganda's grasslands and spot the famous long-horned cattle
04 Spend a memorable hour observing gorillas in their natural sanctuary

Embark on this 3-day tour to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, famous for gorilla tracking. Travel through the Kigezi Highlands, commonly known as the Switzerland of Africa, and enjoy beautiful views of the lush terraced hills along the way. In Bwindi, go in search of 4 habituated gorilla groups, including Habinuanja, Mubare, Mkuringo and Rusengura, for an unforgettable wildlife experience in Uganda.

The walk will take between 2-8 hours, and you can only spend one hour with the gorillas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kampala, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Depart for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park after breakfast.
Drive through the grasslands and catch sight of the famous long-horned cattle.
Proceed to the Kigezi Highlands, commonly known as the Switzerland of Africa, where your eyes will feast on the beautiful sights of the lush terraced hills and other attractive features.
On arrival, check in to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi

After breakfast, set off for gorilla tracking.
Enter the gorilla sanctuary in the morning with a packed lunch and start looking for the gorillas with your guide in the lead. The walk will take between 2-8 hours, and you can only spend one hour with the gorillas. Dinner and overnight at your camp/lodge.

Day 03