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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

You will be picked up by our professional tour guide/driver from your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe. Start with your journey to the famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a journey that crosses the equator line. This park is most famous for its rare mountain gorillas. The drive to the park is incredibly scenic, passing through various local villages and the lush green countryside and hills which characterize so much of southwestern Uganda.

The forest park is one of the richest ecosystems in Africa and the diversity of species is a feature of the park. It provides a habitat for some 120 species of mammals, 348 species of birds, 220 species of butterflies, 27 species of frogs, chameleons, geckos, and many endangered species. Floristically, Bwindi is among the most diverse forests in East Africa with more than 1,000 flowering plant species including 163 species of trees and 104 species of ferns.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

Accommodation:
Silverback Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Gorilla Trekking

Gorilla Trekking

Today, you track the rare mountain gorillas. After a briefing from your ranger guide at the UWA offices, you will begin tracking the mountain gorillas through the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This can take a couple of hours or a whole day, depending on the location of the apes. Keep an eye out for forest species such as buffaloes, elephants, black-fronted duikers, and bushbucks. Remember to also carry your packed lunches.

It is a humbling experience to stand just meters from man’s distant cousins as they eat rest, play, and bond with their young. Follow the mountain gorillas as they range freely in the impenetrable forest and discover their gorgeous natural habitat and the many species they share it with. You will track one of the gorilla groups near your accommodation in Bwindi, depending on availability.

After a well-earned trip to the gorillas, you will retire to your accommodation for an overnight stay. You can rest your tired legs and enjoy a restorative massage.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Silverback Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Drive Back to Entebbe

Drive Back to Entebbe

After breakfast, you drive back to Entebbe. The trip includes a stopover for lunch and also at the equator if you missed it on the first day of your tour. Your guide drops you off at your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe for your flight. This will be the end of the 3-day mid-range gorilla trekking in Uganda.

Thank you for supporting Bright Safaris Uganda Ltd and Bright Orphanage School. Have a safe journey back home and we hope to host you again.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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  • This tour is offered by Mandrill African Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Mandrill African Safaris.