3-Days Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest.
Overview
Embark on a thrilling 3-day Gorilla Trekking Safari in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Uganda. This compact adventure is the perfect combination of excitement and affordability for those short on time. The journey from Kampala unfolds over an 8-hour picturesque drive, peppered with refreshment stops and lunch, setting the stage for your immersion into the wild.
The second day marks the highlight of your tour: an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience led by skilled rangers from the Uganda Wildlife Authority. After a comprehensive briefing, you’ll weave through the dense forest to spend an unforgettable hour amongst one of the park’s habituated gorilla families. The sectors—Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga, or Nkuringo—are allocated based on the availability of permits, ensuring your encounter with these majestic creatures.
The final leg of your safari winds back to Kampala, with opportunities for lunch and scenic photography, culminating in a timely drop-off at Entebbe International Airport. For those in pursuit of a touch more luxury, this itinerary can be tailored with high-end lodgings, superior transport, and exclusive dining experiences to elevate your gorilla trekking expedition into the realms of the extraordinary.
Highlights for 3day uganda gorilla safari
- Journey begins and ends in Entebbe
- Destination: Bwindi impenetrable national park.
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi’s ancient rainforest
- Scenic 8-hour drive from Kampala to Bwindi
- Authentic Ugandan cultural experiences
- Luxury eco-friendly accommodation
- Conservation education on mountain gorillas
- Exceptional wildlife photography opportunities
Day 1: Arrival and Journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Your 3-day gorilla safari commences upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, where you’ll be warmly welcomed by our safari representative. The journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is an experience in itself.
- You’ll embark on an 8-hour drive through the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of Uganda, with the verdant countryside offering glimpses of rural life and vibrant communities. A stopover for a delectable lunch en route allows you to savor Ugandan cuisine and stretch your legs before continuing to the park.
- Upon arrival at Bwindi, you’ll check into your pre-booked accommodation, where you can unwind and soak in the park’s tranquil natural ambiance, gearing up for the next day’s adventure. You will have dinner and a night stay in bwindi impenetrable national park.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Experience
- Awake to the sounds of the forest, with an early start setting the tone for the day’s highlight – gorilla trekking. After a hearty breakfast, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a comprehensive briefing from the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Here, you’ll learn the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking and be assigned to a group based on your fitness level.
- Then, with an expert guide leading the way, you’ll delve into the dense foliage of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The trek can take anywhere from a few hours to the whole day, depending on the gorillas’ location. Once you find them, you’ll have a full hour to observe these magnificent primates in their natural habitat, an experience that is both profound and humbling.
- In the afternoon, you’ll return to your lodge after gorilla trekking in the jungle, where you can relax and have lunch, as you reflect on the day’s extraordinary encounters. Optional, you can chose to take a nature walk with a guide and enjoy the visitas of the authentic wild environment
Day 3: Return to Kampala and Departure
- The final day of your safari begins with a leisurely breakfast before you embark on the journey back to Kampala. The drive gives you one last chance to enjoy the scenic beauty of Uganda’s landscape, with opportunities for photography and a lunch break along the way.
- As you arrive in Kampala, you’ll have the option to explore local markets or simply take an enroute for lunch. Alternatively, relax at a hotel until it is time to proceed to Entebbe International Airport. There, you’ll be assisted with check-in procedures for your flight, marking the end of your 3-day Uganda gorilla safari with memories that will last a lifetime.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- park fees
- gorilla permits
- Chimp permits
- All activities as stated in the day by day
- All accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- All Transportations
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- Drinking water
Excluded
- International Fligths (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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