2-Day Budget Gorilla Adventure

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

Journey through the pearl's heartlands to bwindi

Your adventure begins at sunrise in Kampala, setting off on a scenic drive through Uganda’s rolling countryside. Pause at the Equator for a fun photo moment and a taste of local coffee before continuing to Mbarara for a hearty lunch and a glimpse into Ankole heritage at Igongo Cultural Centre. The road then winds through Kabale’s emerald hills, offering breathtaking views that hint at the wonders ahead. A stop at Lake Bunyonyi’s viewpoint reveals one of Africa’s most picturesque lakes, its misty islands scattered like jewels across the water. By evening, you’ll arrive at Bwindi, welcomed by the cool forest air and the anticipation of tomorrow’s gorilla trek. Settle into your lodge, enjoy a warm dinner, and let the sounds of the rainforest lull you into the heart of Uganda’s wild beauty.

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:

Ruhija Community Rest Camp

• Budget lodge located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Gorilla trekking, cultural encounters and transfer bank to Kampala

Wake up to the misty whispers of the rainforest and prepare for the highlight of your journey is gorilla trekking in Bwindi. After a morning briefing at the park headquarters, set off into the dense jungle, guided by expert rangers who lead you through tangled vines and ancient trees. The anticipation builds until you finally come face to face with a gorilla family, observing their gentle interactions in the wild a rare and unforgettable hour that will stay with you forever. Returning to your lodge, enjoy a well earned lunch and a moment of rest before the adventure continues. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the traditions of the Batwa community, where storytelling, dance, and forest survival skills reveal a culture deeply tied to the land. As evening falls, savor dinner while reflecting on the day’s extraordinary encounters, surrounded by the soothing sounds of Bwindi’s living forest. We shall later drop you off at your hotel.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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