Wasafiri Destinations

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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

Arrive at Entebbe Airport - Entebbe Hotel

Arrive at Entebbe Airport - Entebbe Hotel

Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met and warmly welcomed by our representative, who will also be your tour and driver guide throughout your stay in Uganda. After a brief introduction and interaction, you will be transferred to your hotel in Entebbe for your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
2 Friends Beach Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Fly from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Fly from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your hotel in the morning and transferred to the airport for your scheduled flight.
Upon arrival at the airstrip (Kihihi/Kisoro), a lodge representative will warmly welcome you and drive you to your lodge for check-in and some time to relax.
In the afternoon, set out on a guided community walk around the park, visiting impactful local initiatives such as Buhoma Hospital, the Ride 4 a Woman empowerment project, and the Batwa community. Activities may include visits to a traditional homestead, demonstrations of banana beer and Waragi (local gin) brewing, insights into herbal medicine, and stops at a local orphanage and school.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

Accommodation:
Gorilla Leisure Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

After an early breakfast, transfer to the Bwindi Park headquarters (sector depends on your lodge) for a briefing on the day’s gorilla trek. Bwindi has four sectors: Buhoma and Ruhija in the north, and Rushaga and Nkuringo in the south.
You’ll then begin your trek through the forest in search of a gorilla family. Hike through dense jungle, guided by expert trackers, until you find a gorilla family. Tracking can take 2–5 hours depending on their last known location. Once found, enjoy one unforgettable hour observing and photographing these gentle giants.

Along the way, you may encounter other wildlife such as monkeys, birds, butterflies, and forest flora. The full activity may take 5–9 hours. Packed Lunch and hiring porters are highly recommended.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Gorilla Leisure Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Fly From Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to Entebbe

Fly From Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to Entebbe

After breakfast, your lodge guide will transfer you to the airstrip for your domestic flight from Bwindi back to Entebbe.
If you'd like to extend your stay, additional days can be customized to suit your interests.

Upon arrival in Entebbe, connect to your onward flight to your next destination, bringing your 3-Day Gorilla Fly-In Safari to a close—leaving you with unforgettable memories of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Wasafiri Destinations, 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.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • 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 Wasafiri Destinations.