5-Day Gorilla Treking & Batwa Cultural Discovery Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Entebbe & Relaxation

After arriving at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your professional driver-guide and escorted to Victoria Rock Resort. Settle into your room and unwind after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may stroll the gardens, enjoy views of Lake Victoria, or relax with a leisurely dinner. Your evening is reserved for rest as you prepare for your adventure into Uganda’s gorilla highlands.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

Victoria Rock Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ourney to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, depart Entebbe for the long but rewarding drive to the southwestern highlands. The road takes you through lush countryside, roadside markets, and rolling farmlands. You’ll pause at the Equator for photos before continuing into the scenic Kigezi region, sometimes called the “Switzerland of Africa” due to its terraced hills and dramatic landscapes. Arriving in the late afternoon, check in at Gorilla Safari Lodge, surrounded by the soothing sounds of the forest. Enjoy dinner with misty views of the Bwindi mountains.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

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White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Gorilla Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi National Park

Wake early for breakfast before heading into the ancient Bwindi forest with your ranger team. You’ll trek through thick vegetation, listening for rustling leaves and distant calls as you search for a gorilla family. Upon finding them, spend an unforgettable hour watching their interactions—juveniles playing, mothers caring for young, and silverbacks keeping watch. After this once-in-a-lifetime encounter, return to the lodge to relax for the afternoon, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Gorilla Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Batwa Heritage Experience

Begin the day with a leisurely breakfast before meeting your cultural guide for a visit with the Batwa community. Once forest dwellers who lived harmoniously in Bwindi, the Batwa share their rich traditions through storytelling, dance, music, and demonstrations of their ancient skills. Walk with them along forest trails as they explain medicinal plants, traditional hunting techniques, and life before the forest became a national park. The experience offers a meaningful glimpse into one of Africa’s oldest cultures. Return to Gorilla Safari Lodge for dinner and your final night in Bwindi.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Gorilla Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return to Entebbe & Departure

Enjoy an early breakfast before beginning your journey back toward Entebbe. Travel through vibrant towns and scenic countryside, with optional stops for souvenirs or refreshments. Your driver-guide will take you directly to Entebbe International Airport for your departure home, marking the end of your incredible 5-day Uganda gorilla and cultural adventure.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.