Uganda · Wildlife

3-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Uganda with Lake Bunyonyi

3 Days Round trip from Entebbe Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Batwa community and learn about their way of life
  • 02 Trek through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to encounter majestic gorillas
  • 03 Observe and photograph gorillas in their natural habitat
  • 04 Enjoy a peaceful canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by stunning scenery

Embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure through Uganda's natural wonders, combining a visit to the Batwa community with gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and a canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi. Meet the fascinating Batwa people and learn about their way of life before setting out to observe majestic gorillas in their natural habitat. Round off the journey with peaceful time on the picturesque waters of Lake Bunyonyi before returning to Entebbe with unforgettable memories of wildlife and culture.

Once you see these giant creatures, you will be given an hour to observe them and take pictures.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Lake Bunyonyi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Transfer from Entebbe to Bwindi and Batwa Community Visit

After your early morning breakfast, our company representative will pick you up from your hotel in Entebbe, and you will embark on the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You will stop at the Equator for an experience and photography, with lunch en route, and then proceed to your destination.

Upon arrival, check in to your lodging. Depending on your arrival time, you will have a Batwa community walk, where you will learn more about the Batwa people, their way of life, and more. Later, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

On this day, you will wake up, have breakfast, and later be guided to the park offices, where you will be briefed about the trekking activity and the dos and don'ts. You will be assigned a park ranger who will guide you through the different trails to where you will find the gorillas.

This activity will take some time, since these gorillas keep moving to different locations. Once you see these giant creatures, you will be given an hour to observe them and take pictures. On this trek, you will have your packed lunch with you, as it could take up to 8 hours or less to see the gorillas.

After this activity, you will meet your driver-guide, with whom you will transfer to Lake Bunyonyi and check in to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Lake Bunyonyi Canoe Ride and Return to Entebbe

After breakfast, you shall have a canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi, the deepest lake in Uganda, with its different islands. You shall later embark on the journey back to Entebbe with lunch en route.

Batwa community, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla trails, Lake Bunyonyi canoe waters

Where this trip takes you

Batwa community, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla trails, Lake Bunyonyi canoe waters

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Gorilla permits
  • Accommodation
  • Tour vehicle
  • Canoe ride
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • English-speaking guide
  • Transfers from and back to the airport
  • Drinking water in the vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Visas and flight tickets
  • Traveller's insurance
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Alcoholic drinks

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 $1,460.00 — $2,070.00
Double Sharing $1,460.00 — $1,684.00

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