3-Day Gorilla Tracking Safari in Bwindi with Flights from Entebbe

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Get up close with gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• 02 Learn about gorillas' habits, habitat, and behaviour with an experienced ranger
• 03 Fly to Kihihi and enjoy aerial views of south-western Uganda
• 04 Explore a mountain forest known for chimpanzees and Albertine Rift endemic birds

Sign up for an exciting gorilla tracking expedition in Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Get up close with one of the world's most protected species with the help of an experienced ranger, and learn about gorillas' social skills, habitat, and behaviour. Along the way, marvel at the natural surroundings of this remarkable forest and its rich wildlife.

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 Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival and Flight to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Today, you will arrive early at Entebbe Airport and later in the afternoon fly from Entebbe to Kihihi Airstrip, then drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The park is home to the endangered mountain gorillas. This fascinating mountain forest also hosts chimpanzees and spectacular birds. There are 23 of the 24 Albertine Rift endemic bird species here, including the Blue-throated Broadbill, Bar-tailed Trogon, and other beautiful forest species. You shall go to bed early this evening, as you should be fit for gorilla trekking the next day.

2

Day 02

Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience

• This morning, you will get up very early to prepare 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 share interesting facts about the flora and fauna, as well as the lifestyle of the gorillas.

3

Day 03

Return Flight to Entebbe and Departure

• After breakfast, you will drive to Kihihi Airstrip and fly back to Entebbe, enjoying beautiful aerial views of south-western Uganda, the hills and thick vegetation, as well as the farming practised by the locals.
• Afterwards, you will arrive at the airport and catch your flight back home.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private transport in an open-roofed 4WD vehicle with gas/fuel
• Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
• Entrance to all the named parks and reserves
• 1 gorilla permit (increased to 700 per person)
• Nature walks as in the itinerary
• Mineral water while in the vehicle
• Charter transfer to Entebbe Airport

What's Not Included

• Air fares and visa fees
• Drinks and bar bills (soft and alcoholic)
• Laundry
• Porterage services when gorilla trekking
• Tips and gratuities (driver and guides)
• Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
• Any expenses of a personal nature, i.e. phone bills, antiquity purchases, etc.

What to bring

• Rain coat
• Insect repellant

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 northern tip, and the highest is Rwamunyonyi Peak (2,607 m) on the eastern edge of the park.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Entebbe Road, Kampala, Uganda

Tour start

Entebbe, Uganda

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.