Itinerary

1. Day 1: Transfer from Kampala/Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

   • Begin your journey at 7:30 am with pickup from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe by your professional tour driver guide.

   • Depart southwest via the Masaka-Mbarara Road, covering approximately 520 kilometers over 8–9 hours.

   • Stop at the Uganda Equator in Kayabwe for a photo opportunity and a brief break.

   • Continue to Mbarara and enjoy lunch at the Igongo Cultural Centre, home to a five-star hotel, top-tier restaurant, museum, craft shops, and cultural exhibits.

   • Resume the scenic drive through rural villages and terraced hills to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

   • Arrive in the evening and check in at your selected lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

   Accommodation Options:

   • Luxury: Gorilla Forest Camp / Buhoma Lodge

   • Midrange: Gorilla Mist Camp / Haven Lodge Buhoma

   • Budget: Trekkers Tarven

   Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
   Drive Distance & Time: Approximately 520 km (8–9 hours)

2. Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Batwa Cultural Experience

   • Wake up early and enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking protocols.

   • Join a small group of up to 8 trekkers and a park ranger to begin your trek through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

   • Hike through challenging, muddy terrain and humid conditions at altitudes of up to 2000 meters in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.

   • Spend one hour in close proximity with the gorillas, observing their behavior and social dynamics—an unforgettable wildlife experience.

   • Enjoy a packed lunch in the forest before returning to the lodge to relax and soak in the stunning views.

   • In the evening, visit the Batwa community and learn about their traditional forest-dwelling lifestyle, or explore local tea plantations and the community’s inspirational hospital project.

   • Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

   Accommodation Options:

   • Luxury: Gorilla Forest Camp / Buhoma Lodge

   • Midrange: Gorilla Mist Camp / Haven Lodge Buhoma

   • Budget: Trekkers Tarven

   Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

3. Day 3: Transfer Back to Kampala or Entebbe

   • Begin your final day with an early breakfast at the lodge.

   • Check out and depart Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, driving through scenic landscapes dotted with rolling hills and rural communities.

   • Stop for lunch once again at the Igongo Cultural Centre in Mbarara.

   • Visit the Mpambire drum makers, where you may purchase traditional Ugandan drums as souvenirs.

   • Continue the journey to Kampala or Entebbe, arriving in the early evening.

   • Transfer to your hotel or to Entebbe International Airport for your flight home.

   Accommodation: Not Included
   Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch