Nestled in the southwestern part of Uganda in East Africa, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park stands as a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Positioned along the border of the Democratic Republic of Congo, neighboring the Virunga National Park, and on the edge of the western Rift Valley, this park spans 331 square kilometers of dense jungle forests. Embracing both montane and lowland forests, Bwindi is an exclusively foot-accessible realm, recognized for its exceptional biological diversity.
Renowned for its antiquity and an elevation ranging between 1,160 and 2,607 meters above sea level, Bwindi unfolds as a true rainforest, gracing a network of steep ridges and valleys that shape the eastern boundary of the Albertine Rift Valley. This lush expanse of natural beauty is a haven for flora and fauna, making it one of the most biologically diverse forests in Africa.
This 3-day fly from Entebbe to Bwindi serves as an excellent complement for travelers captivated by the wildebeest migration in Kenya and Tanzania, or seeking luxury safaris in Botswana and Namibia, and the allure of a spectacular safari holiday in South Africa.
Embark on a journey from your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala to Entebbe Airport, where a flight awaits to transport you to the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The one-hour flight lands at Kihihi airstrip, where a waiting driver transfers you by road to your chosen lodge. Enjoy a restful day and night, perhaps partaking in a community walk and savoring African traditional dances. Lunch and relaxation at the lodge set the stage for the upcoming gorilla tracking safari. Dine and rest at the booked lodge.
Following breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla tracking. Set out on a trek that may span 1 to 8 hours, providing a golden opportunity to spend an hour in the company of mountain gorillas. As you traverse the forest, keep an eye out for avian wonders like the Short-tailed Warbler, Rusty-faced Woodland Warbler, Bar-tailed Trogon, and Gruer’s Rush Warbler. Encounter diverse animals, including the black-fronted duikers, South African porcupines, golden monkeys, giant forest hog, bushbuck, buffalo, elephants, jackals, black and white colobus monkeys, and chimpanzees. Return to the lodge for a sumptuous dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.
After breakfast, journey to the airstrip for your connecting flight to Entebbe Airport. Upon arrival, choose to linger and explore or proceed to your next flight. Alternatively, be transferred to your lodge or hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
For inquiries and seamless planning of your 3-day fly from Entebbe to Bwindi Forest for a remarkable gorilla trekking experience, contact Trek Africa Expeditions. Unleash the allure of encountering endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat within Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.