overview
Our 2-day gorilla safari Uganda is the shortest gorilla tour ever in Uganda. It affords just perfect time to take part in an unforgettable gorilla trekking tour in the verdant Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This exciting Tour from Entebbe involves taking a flight to southwestern Uganda and back while taking in some of the most indescribable views. In just a few days, you will have an up-close encounter with the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, and also learn about the original inhabitants of Central African forests.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park covers about 331 square kilometers in southwestern Uganda and shelters the highest population of these Giant Apes. Also, this Park has the highest ever-recorded concentration of mammals at 120 species, 350 bird species that include Albertine Rift endemics and over 200 butterfly species. You will even get the chance to overnight in one of the Jungle Lodges surrounded by the verdant forest.
Day 1:
Entebbe - Bwindi
Upon arrival at the beautiful Entebbe International Airport on the banks of Lake Victoria, you have a connecting domestic flight to Bwindi. The departure flight times to Bwindi are: 0700, 1015 & 1300- Kihihi airstrip in the northern sector of Bwindi. The domestic flight to the “ultimate gorilla trekking destination”- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Upon arrival on the airstrip, your driver will welcome and take you to your Lodge in Bwindi. The 1-hour drive comes with breathtaking views and immediate check-in at the Lodge for relaxation or optional activities: Visit Batwa Culture Community & Waterfall Hike in Bwindi Forest.
Overnight and Dinner:
- Gorilla Forest Camp –Luxury Facility
- Mahogany Spring – Mid-Range Facility
- Buhoma Heaven Lodge – Standard Facility
Meal Plan: Lunch and dinner.
Flight time: 1 Hour & 30 Minutes.
Day 2:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, you will head to the Park Headquarters for the mandatory registration and briefing before starting the gorilla trek. After 30 minutes of entertainment from the local community group, you will be introduced to the trekking rules and regulations by the Park Ranger, grab a walking stick, wear a mask and start the walk-through Bwindi Forest. Be prepared to walk for 1-6 hours while sighting different primates, remarkable tree species, colorful birds, and butterflies before finally coming across the Giant Apes. You will have the most unforgettable one hour of your life to observe them go about their daily routines, and also take photos.
A hefty and warm meal awaits you at the Lodge and later, embark on your drive to the Airstrip, where you will board the flight back to Entebbe where you will catch your connecting flight to the next African safari destination or back home.
The departure flight time from Kihihi airstrip is 1500.
Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Package Includes
- A return flight ticket to Bwindi
- Ground transfers by 4 WD Safari Land Cruiser
- One Gorilla permit per person
- optional activities: Batwa Cultural Experience/ Waterfall hike.
- Services of an English-speaking guide- per vehicle.
- Fuel expenses.
- Accommodation and all meals while on the entire safari stay in Uganda.
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Park entrance fees.
- Bottled drinking water & assorted drinks through the safari.
- Ranger fees.
- All government taxes.
- Our assistance.
Package Excludes
- International flights,
- Personal Travel insurance,
- Visa Fees,
- Premium drinks,
- Cigarettes,
- Tips, souvenirs and any other items of personal nature.
Below is the Discounted Net Cost for 02 Days Mountain Gorilla Trekking Safari per person respectively.
| 02 Days Mountain Gorilla Trekking | 2 PAX
US$ PP |
4 PAX
US$ PP |
6 PAX
US$ PP |
SRS
US$ |
Luxury Lodge facility. |
2,722 |
2,532 |
2,465 |
434 |
|
Mid Lodge facility. |
2,175 |
1,982 |
1,919 |
230 |
Standard Lodge facility. |
2,020 |
1,827 |
1,763 |
30 |
Note:
- The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure.
- Above is just a quote and no services are confirmed at present.
- Confirmation of Hotels and other services is subject to availability.
- Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking.
Passenger Information
- In case of non-availability, we may have to reroute and provide alternative accommodation at lodges of similar category.
- Passengers should bring only soft sided bags on safaris as our vehicles have limited luggage space
- All the passengers must have an Identification Card/Passport with them throughout their travel.
