3 Day itinerary in Uganda, Africa
Gorilla trekking safari - Bwindi
Visit Mountain Gorillas also called the “gentle giants” and have an insight into the Batwa/Pygmies culture in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. You will spend time with the Gorillas, take photos, have a guided lazy walk to the local community and visit hospitals, schools and souvenir craft... Read More
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Average
Recommended Age
Minimum 15
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
Driver as a Guide
starting point
Entebbe
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Indigenous culture
Visit markets
Meet local people
Hiking
Nature & Wildlife
Start
Night
End
Highlights
A memorable encounter with mountain gorillas
Batwa community visit
Scenic countryside views
Uganda equator
A memorable encounter with mountain gorillas
Batwa community visit
Scenic countryside views
Uganda equator
Itinerary
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
You will meet the Jewel Safaris representative at the airport or hotel if already in Uganda, have briefing on your safari and start your journey to South Western Uganda. You will have stops at places of interest including the equator for photography and stretching. Lunch in Mbarara and proceed arriving at the lodge later in the evening.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Double room: Four Gorillas Lodge, Rubuguri - Rushaga
Day 2
Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi
Following early morning breakfast, you will transfer to the park headquarters for briefing on the Gorilla adventure. Grab your walking stick, drinking water and enter the forest sanctuary in search for Mountain Gorillas. You will be guided by knowledgeable rangers who share detailed information on Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and primate life. Meet the gentle giants and watch them as they go about their daily life, take photos and later return to the lodge. No doubt, an hour spent with the Gorillas is an unforgettable experience. Look out for other animals and forest birds including African green pigeon, African harrier hawk, Cinnamon-chested bee-eater, Crowned hornbill and Giant kingfisher Later, visit the Batwa community and have a unique cultural experience. The Batwa are hunter gatherers who used to live inside Bwindi Forest. You will be told ancient stories and get an insight into their culture and tradition through traditional dance performances.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Double room: Four Gorillas Lodge, Rubuguri - Rushaga
Day 3
Transfer to Kampala
After breakfast, you will check out of the lodge and start your journey back to Kampala. Lunch enroute and proceed arriving later in the evening in time for your flight
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
What’s Included
Accommodation
- Four Gorillas Lodge, Rubuguri - Rushaga
Meals
- Breakfast (3)
- Lunch (3)
- Dinner (2)
Transport
- Transfer from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Transfer from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Entebbe
Activities
- Gorilla Tracking
- Batwa community visit
Not Included
- Activities not listed in the itinerary
- Tips
- Personal expenses
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$1,863.00 USD