3-Day Gorilla Tracking Safari in Bwindi from Kampala via Lake Bunyonyi

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Get up close with gorillas in Bwindi Forest
• 02 Learn about gorilla behaviour, habitat, and social skills with an experienced ranger
• 03 Enjoy spectacular views of Lake Bunyonyi and the terraced Ugandan mountains
• 04 Stop at the equator for photos and souvenir shopping on the return journey

Embark on an exciting gorilla tracking expedition in Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Get up close with gorillas, one of the most protected species, with the help of an experienced ranger, and learn about their social skills, habitat, and behaviour. Marvel at the natural surroundings of the forest, enjoy views of Lake Bunyonyi and the "Switzerland of Uganda," and spot a wide variety of wildlife and birdlife along the way.

Trekking the mountain gorilla is one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Lake Bunyonyi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Journey from Kampala to Lake Bunyonyi and Bwindi

• After an early breakfast, start your journey to one of the most beautiful places in Uganda, Lake Bunyonyi, which means a place with "many small birds."
• Along the way, you shall have spectacular views of the terraces of the Ugandan mountains. This area is called the "Switzerland of Uganda."

2

Day 02

Gorilla Tracking Experience in Bwindi

• This morning, you will get up very early and drive to Bwindi National Park for the upcoming gorilla trekking. Trekking the mountain gorilla is one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The trek will take between 2 and 6 hours, but it is well worth the effort.
• You will be led by an experienced ranger who will tell you interesting facts about the flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the gorillas.

3

Day 03

Return to Kampala and Transfer to Entebbe

• After breakfast, you will start your journey back to Kampala.
• Cross the equator and have time to take photos at the equator. Buy a few souvenirs and have a quick picnic lunch.
• You will then drive to Entebbe Airport to catch your flight back home.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees (for non-residents)
• Gorilla permits (one per person, non-resident)
• All activities (unless labelled as optional)
• All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
• All taxes/VAT
• Roundtrip airport transfer
• Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
• Drinking water

What's Not Included

• International flights (from/to home)
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
• Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

• Insect repellant
• Raincoat
• Binoculars

Know before you go

• The altitude ranges from 1,160 m to 2,607 m above sea level, with about 60% of the park having an elevation of over 2,000 metres. The lowest area of the park is found at its most northern tip, and the highest is Rwamunyonyi Peak (2,607 m) on the eastern edge of the park.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kampala, Uganda

Tour start

Kampala, Uganda

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.