5-Day Gorilla Safari and Community Based Eco Tourism

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

Arrival in Bwindi and Transfer to Bwindi Forest

Your journey begins with a pickup from Entebbe (or Kigali on request), followed by a scenic drive to southwestern Uganda. Along the way, you’ll pass rolling hills, tea plantations, and rural homesteads. After a lunch stop, arrive at your eco-lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the late afternoon. Settle in and enjoy the peaceful jungle surroundings as you prepare for the days ahead.

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:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (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 National Park

Wake early and head to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting off into the rainforest. Guided by expert trackers, trek through dense jungle to locate a habituated gorilla family—a breathtaking and emotional experience. You’ll spend up to one hour observing their behavior and interactions. Afterward, return to your lodge to relax and reflect on this extraordinary wildlife encounter.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Batwa Cultural Experience

Today, immerse yourself in the cultural and conservation story of Bwindi’s people. Start with the Batwa Experience, where former forest dwellers share their traditional knowledge, music, and survival skills. In the afternoon, visit local women’s cooperatives, craft centers, and community-led conservation initiatives. This day highlights how tourism directly supports livelihoods and protects the forest.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Guided Walk and Community Visit

Enjoy a guided nature walk along forest edges and village paths, where you’ll spot birds, monkeys, and learn about medicinal plants used by local communities. Later, take part in a community visit—either to a local school, reforestation project, or sustainable farm—to interact with residents and learn how tourism is helping improve education, health, and food security.

Main Destination:

Kisoro (Town)

Accommodation:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Entebbe and Departure

After a relaxed breakfast, begin your return journey to Entebbe (or transfer to Kigali if arranged). Along the way, enjoy scenic views, stop for a local lunch, and pass through small towns and markets that reflect daily Ugandan life. Arrive in the evening in time for your departure or overnight stay.

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.