3-Day Gorilla Trekking Experience

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

Pick up from Entebbe / Kampala and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable forest national park

Start your adventure with a morning pick-up from Entebbe or Kampala and journey southwest toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorilla population. The scenic drive offers beautiful landscapes including rolling hills, terraced farms, and rural villages. You’ll stop in Mbarara for lunch before continuing through Kabale’s picturesque highlands. Depending on your lodge’s location, you’ll arrive in the late afternoon or evening. Check in, relax, and enjoy dinner as you prepare for the unforgettable experience of gorilla trekking the next day.

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:

Buhoma Gorilla Camp

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable forest national park

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Set off into the forest with your guide for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure. The trek can take 2–6 hours depending on the gorilla family’s location. Once located, spend a magical hour observing them up close as they feed, play, and interact. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and rest. Optional activities include a community walk or visit to the Batwa pygmy village. Enjoy a hearty dinner and reflect on the day’s extraordinary experience.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Buhoma Gorilla Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure to Kampala / Entebbe

After a relaxed breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe or Kampala, passing again through Uganda’s vibrant landscapes. En route, stop in Mbarara for lunch and optional photo stops at the Equator for souvenirs and cultural insights. You’ll arrive in the evening, marking the end of your incredible 3-day gorilla trekking experience. Drop-off will be at your hotel or the airport, depending on your travel plans. This trip not only brings you face-to-face with mountain gorillas but also offers a deep connection with Uganda’s natural beauty and rich heritage.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

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.