2-Day Bwindi Impenetrable NP Tour

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

Kampala to bwindi

The journey begins early in the morning from Kampala, setting out on a scenic drive toward the southwestern corner of Uganda. As the city’s bustle fades, the road winds through rolling hills, lush countryside, and vibrant towns, offering glimpses of daily life along the way. Travelers pass through Masaka and Mbarara, pausing for refreshments or a quick lunch before continuing deeper into the heart of the country. The landscape gradually transforms, with tea plantations, banana groves, and terraced farms painting the hillsides in rich greens. Approaching Kabale, the air grows cooler and the terrain more mountainous, signaling the gateway to Bwindi. The final stretch is a winding climb through misty highlands and dense forests, a preview of the wilderness that awaits.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Gorilla Mist Camp

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla tracking

Day two begins with early breakfast before heading into the dense, mist-covered forest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The anticipation builds as trackers guide you through tangled vines, towering trees, and steep ridges, listening for distant calls and searching for fresh signs of gorilla movement. The trek is both challenging and exhilarating, with every step drawing you deeper into the heart of this ancient jungle. Suddenly, the moment arrives—you come face to face with a family of mountain gorillas, observing their gentle interactions, playful juveniles, and the commanding presence of the silverback. Time seems to pause as you watch them in their natural habitat, a rare and humbling encounter that leaves you awestruck. After an unforgettable hour, you retrace your steps back through the forest, reflecting on the privilege of sharing space with these magnificent creatures.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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