Uganda · Wildlife

3-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Bwindi with Lake Bunyonyi Stay

3 Days Round trip from Entebbe Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek through the dense Bwindi Forest in search of gorillas
  • 02 Spend an unforgettable hour observing gentle and endangered gorillas
  • 03 Relax and unwind at scenic Lake Bunyonyi after trekking
  • 04 Enjoy stunning views of Lake Bunyonyi's little islands during breakfast

Embark on a thrilling 3-day gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Trek through dense forests in search of endangered gorilla groups and spend an unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. After your trek, relax at scenic Lake Bunyonyi before bidding farewell to Uganda's remarkable wildlife and natural beauty.

Spend an unforgettable hour observing the gentle and endangered gorillas in their natural habitat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

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

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Bwindi National Park

  • Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our tour driver-guide will receive you.
  • Depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, located in southwest Uganda.
  • Enjoy a lunch break in Mbarara city.
  • Arrive in the evening and check in to your accommodation.

Relax and prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the next day.

2
Day 02

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

  • Have breakfast and proceed to the rangers' post for a briefing on the trekking guidelines.
  • Enter the dense and steeply forested Bwindi Forest for your gorilla trekking adventure.
  • Spend an unforgettable hour observing the gentle and endangered gorillas in their natural habitat.
  • After the trek, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi and check in to your accommodation.

Enjoy relaxation time at scenic Lake Bunyonyi.

3
Day 03

Return from Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe Airport

  • Have a leisurely breakfast with a stunning view of the islands on Lake Bunyonyi.
  • Start your journey back to Entebbe, arriving in the late afternoon.
  • Catch your flight from Entebbe International Airport.

End of the trip.

Bwindi Forest gorilla encounters, Lake Bunyonyi islands, Mbarara lunch stop

Where this trip takes you

Bwindi Forest gorilla encounters, Lake Bunyonyi islands, Mbarara lunch stop

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Entebbe 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Gorilla permits
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Driver-guide
  • Fueled safari van

What's Not Included

  • Visa
  • Flight tickets
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Optional activities

What to bring

  • Trekking trousers
  • Closed shoes
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Rain jacket

Know before you go

  • You will be trekking in a tropical rain forest.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Entebbe.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,004.00 — $2,510.00
Double Sharing $1,004.00 — $2,510.00

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