Get ready for one of Africa’s most unforgettable wildlife experiences: trekking with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This 3-day gorilla safari is designed for those with limited time but a deep desire to connect with nature. The trip includes gorilla permits, private transport, full-board accommodation, and expert guiding.
Whether you’re traveling solo or with a group, this safari brings you face to face with the world’s largest primates—while supporting local conservation efforts.
Depart early from Kampala or Entebbe and drive southwest through Uganda’s scenic countryside. You’ll pass tea plantations, banana farms, and rolling hills before reaching Bwindi by late afternoon.
Travel time: ~8–9 hours (with stops)
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a safety briefing. You’ll then enter the dense rainforest with rangers and trackers, searching for a habituated gorilla family. Once found, you’ll spend 1 magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
Trek duration: 2 to 6 hours (moderate difficulty)
What to bring: Hiking boots, rain gear, gloves, long trousers
Accommodation: Same lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast before starting your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. Drive through the same scenic route, allowing for another stop at the Equator in Kayabwe. Use this opportunity to capture more photos, buy souvenirs, or relax.
Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the evening. Choose to extend your stay or fly out of Uganda, concluding your tour.
End of Tour: No accommodation provided.
Expect a long but scenic drive, a guided trek through the forest, and a life-changing encounter with mountain gorillas.
Yes. Treks are guided by experienced rangers and limited to 8 tourists per group to minimize disturbance and ensure safety.
Waterproof hiking boots, long trousers and sleeves, gardening gloves, rain jacket, insect repellent, and a daypack.
The best time is during dry seasons: June–September and December–February.