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3-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Bwindi Forest

3 Days

Arrival City
ENTEBBE
Language
ENGLISH
Transportation
AFRISITES BUSES
Mineral Water
AVAILABLE
Tour Availability
AVAILABLE
Hotel Transfer
AVAILABLE
Guide
GUIDED
Best Season
ALL YEAR THROUGHT
Payment Method
VISA, PAYPAL, MOMO PAY
Meals
BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER

Overview

A safari in Uganda offers explorers the potential chance to find a place that is known for unblemished regular magnificence. Portrayed as “the Pearl of Africa” by Winston Churchill, Uganda offers a portion of Africa’s best topographical and regular magnificence, making it a vacationer safe house. Home to the best centralization of primates on earth (counting around 50% of the world’s mountain gorilla populace), the wellspring of the powerful River Nile and wonderful the entire year snow-covered tops on Rwenzori Mountain, Uganda is an undertaking aficionados’ heaven. Bird-watchers and big 5 animal lovers alike concur, this nation is a genuine African diamond ready to be found.

Trip Highlights

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 :

Arrive Entebbe (early), pick up and depart for Bwindi National Park.

We hope that your flight arrives in Uganda by 10:00 a.m. Your safari will begin at Entebbe International Airport, where you will be met by your Professional Tour Driver-Guide before departing for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi is a large mountain gorilla habitat in Uganda, home to over 300 of them (nearly half of the world’s gorilla population).

The road trip will take you southwest Uganda, across the Equator, to Mbarara City for lunch, and then through the hilly terrain of western Uganda to Bwindi. You will arrive and do little more than check into your accommodation and relax before embarking on your Bwindi gorilla trekking adventure the next day.

Accommodation: (Broadbill Forest Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Lunch, Dinner | Drive Time: Approx. 9 hours.

Day 2 :

Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.

After breakfast, proceed to the ranger station. During the trek, you will be briefed (by a ranger-guide) on the dos and don’ts. Following that, you will enter the Bwindi Forest to begin your adventure. This rain forest is breathtakingly beautiful! The area has a dramatic steeply forested landscape and is extremely dense, but it is crisscrossed by numerous animal trails that allow tourists access. The time and terrain vary according to the movements of these great primates. You will be allowed an hour in the presence of a gorilla group once you have located one. Spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is an unforgettable experience. Return to your lodging, check out, and take a transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. Lake Bunyonyi is surrounded by lush, green-terraced hills that rise to a height of (2,200 – 2,478m), but it’s the 29 islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water that make it most magical — you could spend all day admiring them.

Accommodation: (Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Drive Time: Approx.2-3 hours.

Day 3 :

Depart Lake Bunyonyi and return to Entebbe Airport to catch flight.

You will have a relaxed breakfast with spectacular view of the Bunyonyi little islands just right in front of you. Thereafter, you will hit the road for the return to Entebbe (arriving in the late afternoon/evening) for your flight out. We hope to see you (or any referral) when next, you visit and thanks for choosing Us!

Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Drive Time: Approx. 8 hours.

Costs

The Cost Includes

 Meals specified and accommodation in en suite facilities.
 Ground transportation in a comfortable 4×4 safari car.
 Applicable park entrance, activity fees.
 1 assigned English-speaking professional driver-guide.
 Gorilla trekking permit (USD 700) per person.
 Bottled water while on safari.
 All airport/hotel pick-up and drop off.
 Activities as stipulated (except those stated as optional).

The Cost Excludes

o Activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
o Phone calls and bar bills.
o Personal/travel insurance.
o Driver guide’s gratuity (recommended).
o All Other Services of a personal nature (e.g. LAUNDRY, Flight ticket(s).
o Entry visa into Uganda (Click  Here).
o All kinds of drinks except water.
o Any activity stated as “OPTIONAL”.
o Covid-19 tests (if any).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the best time to see gorillas in Uganda?

The best time to visit Uganda is during its two dry seasons: between December and February, and between June and August, when conditions are particularly good for trekking to see mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. Game spotting in national parks is also good at this time, as well as between February and March.

What do gorillas do most of the day?

Mountain gorillas spend about half of the day eating. Rest periods take up approximately a third of the day. They spend about 6.5% of their time moving from one location to another and they are engaged in social behaviour for 3.6% of their time. Social contacts occur mainly during rest periods.

How long can visitors spend with the gorillas?

The time spent viewing gorillas during a trek is typically limited to one hour. This restriction is in place to minimize stress on the gorillas and reduce the risk of disease transmission from humans to the animals.

How much does it cost to see gorillas in Uganda?

As of July 1, 2024, a gorilla permit in Uganda costs US$800 per person.

What is special about Lake Bunyonyi?

Lake Bunyonyi is popular for its green and lush terraced hills that are punctuated with a plethora of over 200 bird species. The place combines the art of water birds and some migratory birds. This makes it a perfect ideal for many bird enthusiasts. A dive into the Nyombi swamp reveals a variety of assorted birds.

How many islands are on Lake Bunyonyi?

These 5 Islands are the most popular Islands and most visited by travellers, however Lake Bunyonyi has a total of 29 Islands and each Island has a unique story. You should make it a point to explore the other islands as well when you visit Lake Bunyonyi.

What is unique about Lake Bunyonyi?

One of the unique features of Lake Bunyonyi is that it is free from crocodiles and hippos, making it safe for activities such as swimming and diving. Additionally, it is one of the few bilharzia-free lakes in Africa, making it a safe destination for visitors.

What is the climate in Lake Bunyonyi?

It enjoys a warm, tropical climate all year round, with the luxury of a cool breeze in both morning and evening. The views make it the perfect place for a little R&R after gorilla trekking in nearby Bwindi Impenetrable National Park