Rwanda, Uganda · Up-Close Animal Experiences

3-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour from Entebbe to Bwindi with Batwa Visit

3 Days Round trip from Kampala Road Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Stop at the Equator for a memorable photo opportunity on the way to Bwindi
  • 02 Track a habituated gorilla family in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • 03 Spend up to one hour observing and photographing gorillas in their natural habitat
  • 04 Enjoy an interactive cultural experience with the Batwa community
  • 05 Travel from Entebbe to Kigali through scenic landscapes in Uganda and Rwanda

Embark on an enthralling 3-day journey from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, with a memorable stop at the Equator along the way. Experience exhilarating Gorilla Trekking in the dense forest with experienced park rangers and spend time observing a habituated gorilla family in its natural habitat. The adventure is enriched by an interactive cultural visit with the Batwa community, where you will learn about their way of life, dances, and traditions. Your tour concludes with a scenic drive to Kigali, Rwanda, with beautiful views en route.

Spend up to one hour observing and photographing a habituated gorilla family in its natural habitat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Kigali, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Transfer to Bwindi with an Equator Stop

  • Meet your friendly guide at Entebbe International Airport.
  • Begin your journey with a scenic drive towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
  • Make a stop at the Equator for a memorable photo opportunity.
  • Continue your drive to Bwindi.
  • Check in to your chosen accommodation near the park.
  • In the evening, enjoy dinner and relax as you prepare for the Gorilla Trekking adventure the next day.

Accommodation: Gorilla Friends

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

2
Day 02

Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Encounter

  • Enjoy an early morning breakfast at your accommodation, then transfer to the Gorilla Trekking starting point within Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
  • Attend a pre-trekking briefing.
  • Meet your experienced park rangers.
  • Embark on an exhilarating Gorilla Trekking experience in the dense forest.
  • Spend up to one hour observing and photographing a habituated gorilla family in its natural habitat.
  • After the trek, return to your accommodation for a brief rest and lunch.
  • In the afternoon, visit a Batwa community.
  • Engage in cultural activities.
  • Learn about their unique way of life, dances, and traditions.
  • Enjoy an interactive cultural experience with the Batwa people.
  • Return to your accommodation for dinner and enjoy a comfortable night's sleep.

Accommodation: Gorilla Friend

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

3
Day 03

Scenic Transfer from Bwindi to Kigali

  • Have breakfast at your Bwindi accommodation, check out, and prepare for your journey to Kigali, Rwanda.
  • Drive to the border crossing between Uganda and Rwanda.
  • Complete immigration formalities.
  • Continue the drive to Kigali, Rwanda, with scenic views along the way.
  • Arrive in Kigali and get dropped off at your preferred location, such as your hotel or the airport.

Accommodation: No Accommodation

Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Equator stop, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park forest, Batwa community

Where this trip takes you

Equator stop, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park forest, Batwa community

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kampala Road 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport transfers
  • Accommodation (budget category)
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Gorilla Trekking permits
  • Equator stop
  • Batwa cultural experience
  • Transportation in a comfortable vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Bottled water during the trip

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 3 days finish where they began, in Kampala Road.

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