Uganda · Up-Close Animal Experiences

3-Day Gorilla Safari in Bwindi from Entebbe or Kampala

3 Days Round trip from Entebbe Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Track rare mountain gorillas through the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • 02 Cross the equator on the scenic journey from Kampala or Entebbe
  • 03 Watch for buffaloes, elephants, black-fronted duikers, and bushbucks
  • 04 Stand close to mountain gorillas in their gorgeous natural habitat

Embark on a scenic 3-day journey from Kampala or Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, crossing the equator and passing through local villages along the way. Track rare mountain gorillas through the ancient forest with expert ranger guidance, and watch for forest species such as buffaloes, elephants, black-fronted duikers, and bushbucks. This tour combines one of Uganda's most remarkable wildlife encounters with beautiful landscapes and comfortable return travel to Kampala or Entebbe.

Embark on a scenic 3-day journey from Kampala or Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, crossing the equator and passing through local villages along the way.

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 No
Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Journey from Entebbe or Kampala to Bwindi

  • You will be picked up by our professional tour guide/driver from your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe, after which you will embark on your journey to the famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a drive that crosses the equator line. This park is famous primarily for the rare mountain gorillas, and the journey is incredibly scenic, passing through various local villages.
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Day 02

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • After a briefing from your ranger guide at the UWA offices, you will begin tracking the mountain gorillas through the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This can take a couple of hours or a whole day, depending on the location of the apes.
  • Watch for forest species such as buffaloes, elephants, black-fronted duikers, and bushbucks.
  • Follow the mountain gorillas as they range freely in the impenetrable forest and discover their gorgeous natural habitat and the many species they share it with. Depending on availability, you will track one of the gorilla groups near your accommodation in Bwindi.
  • After a well-earned trip to the gorillas, you will retire to your accommodation.

Note: Do not forget to carry your packed lunches.

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Day 03

Return to Kampala or Entebbe

  • After breakfast, drive back to Kampala, including a stopover for an en-route lunch and the equator if you happened to miss it on the first day of your trip.
  • Your guide will drop you back at your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe for an overnight stay.

End of tour.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, equator line, local villages

Where this trip takes you

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, equator line, local villages

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

  • Accommodation
  • Gorilla permit
  • Meals
  • Transportation
  • Guiding fee
  • Park fee

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • International flights
  • Extra accommodation

What to bring

  • Raincoat
  • Sunscreen

Know before you go

  • The best times to visit Uganda are June, July, August, October, December, and January.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Airport Road, 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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