$1,580 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Journey to the Land of Mountain Gorillas
Journey to the Land of Mountain Gorillas
Estimated drive time: 8–10 hours
Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Entebbe as you travel through the heart of Uganda towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Along the way, you'll pass vibrant towns, rolling hills, traditional homesteads, and lush countryside that showcase the beauty and diversity of rural Uganda. A stop at the Equator offers the perfect opportunity for photographs and refreshments before continuing south.
As you approach Bwindi, the landscape transforms into a region of terraced hills, mist-covered valleys, and dense rainforest. Arrive at your accommodation in the evening and settle in while enjoying the calm atmosphere of one of Africa's most remarkable wilderness areas.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rich biodiversity and ancient rainforest. The park is one of the last strongholds of the endangered mountain gorilla and is considered one of Africa's greatest conservation success stories.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Broadbill Forest Camp
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Encounter
Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Encounter
Estimated trekking time: 2–6 hours depending on gorilla location
Today is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast, you'll head to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering the rainforest with experienced ranger guides in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek takes you through dense vegetation & rugged terrain, and the reward is an hour spent observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Watching them feed, interact, and care for one another offers a rare glimpse into their lives.
Mountain gorillas are found only in a few protected forests in Uganda, Rwanda, and DRC, making this one of the most exclusive wildlife encounters on Earth.
Later in the day, immerse yourself in a Batwa cultural experience. Through storytelling, traditional songs, dance, and demonstrations of forest survival skills, you'll gain insight into the heritage of the Batwa people, who lived in these forests for generations before the establishment of the national park.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Broadbill Forest Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Scenic Return to Entebbe
Scenic Return to Entebbe
Estimated drive time: 8–10 hours
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe, traveling through Uganda's beautiful highlands and countryside. As you make your way north, enjoy changing landscapes, local markets, and picturesque villages that provide a final glimpse into daily life in Uganda. We shall also have a stopover for lunch en route.
You'll arrive in Entebbe later in the day, where you will be dropped off at either your hotel or Entebbe International Airport for your onward journey. Though short, this safari offers an unforgettable combination of wildlife, culture, and adventure in one of Africa's most extraordinary destinations.
The route between Bwindi and Entebbe traverses some of Uganda's most scenic regions, offering a fascinating cross-section of the country's landscapes and cultures.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
