Mountain gorilla trekking is one of the most unique and best wildlife adventures the African continent has got to offer. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to half of the world’s rare and endangered mountain gorillas. With about 12 habituated gorilla families, it is undoubtedly the place for the Ultimate Gorilla Experience. Primate life and Birdlife in Bwindi National Park is quite outstanding, and there is an incredible variety of flora.
3 Days Gorilla Safari - Itinerary
Early morning after breakfast at 7.00 am the driver will pick you from the guesthouse and then leave for the South West of Uganda. The first part takes us through central Uganda. They will have Lunch in Mbarara at the famous Igongo Culture Centre and from here we will continue the journey through Rukugiri District passing villages, cultivated farms and hills before you reach in Buhoma Bwindi, Check in at Lodge.
The day of Gorilla tracking starts at 7:45 am they will be at the starting point of Bwindi Impenetrable NP for pre-briefing and at 8:30 they will start the trek, after finding the gorillas they will spend with maximum 1 hour. All visitors are expected back to the starting point by 7:00 P:M. The walks can take 3-9 hours depending on where you find the gorillas. It is a real hiking and being physically fit is recommended.
After breakfast, the last part of the journey will bring us back to Kampala. We will stop in Mbarara for Lunch and then continue, after Masaka town we will stop at the Equator for Tea/Coffee break and buying souvenirs. We will bring you back to the Hotel of your choice in Kampala for overnight. If you are continuing your journey somewhere else or back home, we will bring you to the airport for check in!
Accomodation: Mandara Hut Mt. Kilimanjaro
Includes
- Vehicle – 4X4 Safari vehicle
- Fuel for the whole trip
- English speaking driver/guide
- Gorilla permit and park entrance fees
- Accommodation based on FB
- Bottled water
Excludes
- Drinks rather than bottled water in the car
- Tips
- Porters
- Laundry services
- Extra activities en-route activities in Kisoro
- Visa (Uganda/Rwanda)
- Any other personal interests
- The first and last night in Uganda
