Uganda · Primate Tours

4-Day Uganda Gorilla Safari to Bwindi with Domestic Flights

4 Days Round trip from Kampala Road Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Track mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • 02 Spend one unforgettable hour observing a habituated gorilla family
  • 03 Fly between Entebbe and Kihihi for quicker access to Bwindi
  • 04 Choose to relax at the lodge or join the optional Batwa cultural experience

Embark on a 4-day Ugandan adventure to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where the ancient beauty of the jungle sets the stage for an awe-inspiring gorilla trekking safari. Witness the majesty of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, surrounded by lush landscapes in one of the world's most important gorilla destinations. Uganda is home to almost half of the world's mountain gorilla population, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park offers a truly unique gorilla trekking experience.

Embark on a 4-day Ugandan adventure to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where the ancient beauty of the jungle sets the stage for an awe-inspiring gorilla trekking safari.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Cities Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Entebbe

  • On your arrival at Entebbe International Airport in Uganda, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Rest and overnight at your accommodation with full board.

2
Day 02

Fly from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  • After an early breakfast, you will be driven back to the airport for your flight to Kihihi at 7:45 am.

  • This is a 2-hour flight, and once you get to Kihihi, you will be driven to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you will arrive in time for lunch at the lodge.

  • In the afternoon, you may choose to relax or go for the Batwa cultural experience (optional).

Rest and overnight at your accommodation with full board.

3
Day 03

Gorilla Tracking in the Tropical Rainforest

  • After an early breakfast and a briefing from the guides of the Uganda Wildlife Authority, set off for gorilla tracking in the forest sanctuary.

  • The activity starts at 8:00 am, and you will join the other members according to the distribution of the gorilla families, with only eight visitors per family each day.

  • You need to carry your packed lunch, enough drinking water, a rain jacket in case of rain, and trekking boots, while the rangers will provide you with a walking stick.

  • If you are not sure of your fitness, you may hire a porter and pay him a tip to help you carry your bag.

  • It is unpredictable how long it will take to find the primates, as they freely move through the forest.

  • However, the encounter with the gorillas, lasting for about one hour, is certainly a rewarding and unforgettable experience.

  • After the trekking, you will go back to the lodge at leisure.

4
Day 04

Return from Bwindi to Entebbe

  • After breakfast, transfer to Kihihi, where you will board your scheduled flight to Entebbe at 09:45 am.

  • Arrival in Entebbe is expected at 11:25 am.

  • You will once again be transferred to your hotel or the airport, depending on your scheduled flights.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Tropical Rainforest, Kampala Road, Entebbe, Uganda

Where this trip takes you

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Tropical Rainforest, Kampala Road, Entebbe, Uganda

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kampala Road 2 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Full-board accommodation during the Gorilla Trekking Tour and bed and breakfast in Entebbe
  • Transfers to/from the airstrip and Entebbe Airport
  • Return tickets for the domestic flight Entebbe/Bwindi (operated by Aerolink)
  • Park entrance fees
  • One gorilla permit per person throughout the year
  • Government taxes
  • Taxes, park fees, concession fees, VAT exemptions, and other taxes are based on official government legislation at the time of booking
  • 3- to 5-star accommodations

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Optional activities: Batwa cultural experience at USD 90 per person
  • Meals outside the tour (unless mentioned otherwise)
  • International visa for Uganda
  • International airfares and airport taxes

What to bring

  • Packed lunch

  • Enough drinking water

  • Rain jacket in case of rain

  • Trekking boots

Know before you go

  • Entebbe's location on the shores of Lake Victoria offers access to beautiful beaches.

  • Residents and visitors can enjoy leisure activities, water sports, and relaxation along the lake.

  • The city is famous for the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, which were established in 1898.

  • The gardens are home to a diverse collection of plant and bird species and provide a serene environment for visitors.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Kampala Road.

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