Uganda · Trekking

3-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Bwindi from Entebbe with Flights

3 Days Round trip from Kampala Road Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Fly between Entebbe and Kihihi with sweeping views over Uganda's countryside
  • 02 Travel through terraced hillsides and traditional settlements en route to Bwindi
  • 03 Trek into Bwindi's ancient rainforest with experienced guides and trackers
  • 04 Spend an hour watching gorillas in their natural habitat

Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through the beautiful Ugandan countryside and terraced hillsides dotted with traditional settlements in the mountainous southwestern region of Uganda. This 3-day journey combines return flights between Entebbe and Kihihi with a memorable gorilla trekking experience in the ancient rainforest of Bwindi. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, you'll venture into the dense forest to observe gorillas in their natural habitat before returning to your lodge to relax.

Watching gorillas in their natural habitat is a memory that will last a lifetime.

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 Not applicable
Cities Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Bwindi via Kihihi

  • You will arrive at Entebbe Airport with Air Kenya at 11:30 hr.
  • You will be met and assisted with immigration clearance before connecting to your flight to Kihihi Airstrip.
  • The flight departs Entebbe at 12:00 and arrives in Kihihi at 14:30. In Kihihi, you will be received by your safari guide, who will drive you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
  • You will drive through the beautiful Ugandan countryside to the ancient rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. On the way to the mountainous southwestern region of Uganda, you will pass terraced hillsides dotted with traditional settlements.
  • You will arrive at your accommodation in time for lunch.

Accommodation options:

Midrange: Haven Lodge Buhoma

Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner

2
Day 02

Early Morning Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

  • Begin your gorilla trek early in the morning. Set off into the forest with guides and trackers experienced in locating the gorillas by finding the nest the family used the previous night. The search for these majestic animals takes you through the thick, untamed rainforest, where you'll scramble over mossy rocks and deep undergrowth. It can sometimes be arduous, but the encounter is worth the effort. Watching gorillas in their natural habitat is a memory that will last a lifetime. The experienced ranger guides will willingly share a lot of information about the history and lifestyle of the gorillas.
  • After spending an hour with the gorillas, head back to the lodge and relax.

Accommodation options:

Midrange: Haven Lodge Buhoma

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3
Day 03

Return to Entebbe and Departure

  • After breakfast, you will be driven to Kihihi Airstrip for your flight back to Entebbe Airport.
  • The flight leaves Kihihi at 09:30 hr and arrives in Entebbe at 11:25 hr.
  • You will check in at the airport and await your departure flight to your next destination.
Entebbe, Kihihi Airstrip, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park rainforest

Where this trip takes you

Entebbe, Kihihi Airstrip, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park rainforest

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kampala Road 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation in the mentioned lodges in a double/twin room
  • An experienced English-speaking safari guide
  • One gorilla tracking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Transportation to and from the areas indicated
  • Return flight costs from Entebbe to Kihihi Airstrip
  • Fuel and meals as indicated on the respective days
  • All entrance fees and relevant government tax
  • Mineral water throughout the safari
  • Administration fees

What's Not Included

  • Drinks, tips, souvenirs, and any personal purchases
  • All activities indicated as optional in the itinerary
  • Visa fees and international flight tickets
  • All forms of insurance

What to bring

  • Camera
  • Comfortable wear
  • Sunscreen
  • Hats

Know before you go

  • The prices are based on per-person sharing in a twin/double room. A single-room surcharge shall apply for every client staying in a single room.
  • Please note that booking gorilla permits is subject to availability and payment. If a requested gorilla group is not available, we will suggest an alternative and communicate any changes in the program.
  • Reach out if you would like budget accommodations.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Entebbe International Airport, Kampala Road, 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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Estimated room rates

Single Room $2,690.00 — $3,510.00
Double Sharing $2,690.00 — $2,930.00

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