Uganda · Up-Close Animal Experiences

3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Habituation Safari from Kampala

3 Days Round trip from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Watch endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
  • 02 Join a gorilla habituation experience with up to 4 visitors per day
  • 03 Spend 4 hours face to face with gorillas observing their behaviours and body gestures
  • 04 Stop at the Equator for memorable photos on the journey to and from Bwindi

Embark on a safari to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a rare gorilla habituation experience in the scenic forest landscape. Spend time locating gentle and endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, then observe them closely as you learn about their habitat, behaviours, and body gestures. This short Uganda safari also includes the overland journey from Kampala with stops at the Equator and Igongo Cultural Centre.

Spend time locating gentle and endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, then observe them closely as you learn about their habitat, behaviours, and body gestures.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Mbarara, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Drive from Kampala to Bwindi via the Equator

  • After an early breakfast, you will be picked up by one of our experienced and well-trained driver-guides and begin the 6-7 hour drive from Kampala to Bwindi. En route, you will stop at the Equator for a memorable photo shoot, and at Igongo Cultural Centre you will have lunch before proceeding to the southwestern part of this magical country where these magnificent creatures thrive.

Location: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Accommodation Option:

Luxury: Buhoma Lodge

Comfort: Gorilla Mist Camp

Standard: Bakiga Lodge

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Drinking water and fruits throughout

2
Day 02

Bwindi Gorilla Habituation Experience

  • Early in the chilly morning, you will enjoy breakfast as soon as you wake up. Afterwards, head to the park headquarters with your packed lunch and enough drinking water. The park ranger guide will brief you on the safety measures you must follow while searching for these rare creatures. Only 4 visitors are allowed each day to take part in this experience.
  • The Gorilla Habituation Experience is conducted in Bwindi National Park and mainly involves scientists, researchers, and many others. You, however, will have 4 hours of face-to-face encounters with gorillas, giving you time to take as many photos as possible and explore their behaviours and body gestures. Afterward, you will return to the lodge and relax.

Location: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Accommodation Option:

Luxury: Buhoma Lodge

Comfort: Gorilla Mist Camp

Standard: Bakiga Lodge

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Drinking water and fruits throughout

3
Day 03

Return Drive to Kampala or Entebbe

  • After breakfast, you will check out from your respective lodge and get ready to begin the return journey to Kampala. En route, you will stop in Mbarara for lunch and for photo-taking at the Equator before proceeding to Kampala.

Location: Kampala (City)

Accommodation Option: No (End of tour)

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

Drinking water and fruits throughout

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Equator photo stop, Igongo Cultural Centre, Kampala overland route

Where this trip takes you

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Equator photo stop, Igongo Cultural Centre, Kampala overland route

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport transfers
  • 4x4 transport with an English-speaking local guide/driver for all road transport
  • Accommodation and all meals as mentioned above
  • All park entrance fees
  • Drinking water in the vehicle
  • Mentioned activities
  • Gorilla habituation permits

What's Not Included

  • Personal/medical insurance
  • Personal expenses such as cigarettes, tips, laundry services, airfares, accommodation, and extra activities outside the itinerary, among others

What to bring

  • Waterproof hiking boots
  • Rain jacket or poncho
  • Long-sleeved shirts/T-shirts
  • Drinking water and energy-giving snacks
  • Sweater
  • Valid visa and passport
  • Gorilla permits
  • Gardening gloves
  • Camera with no flashlight
  • First aid kit
  • Insect repellent
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses and others

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Entebbe, Uganda
Tour start
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

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