3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari
3 Days – 2 Nights
3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari
Overview
This 3 day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari takes you deep into the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places on Earth to see endangered mountain gorillas in the wild. You’ll journey through the scenic highlands of southwestern Uganda, cross the Equator, and explore one of the most biologically diverse rainforests in Africa.
The highlight of this short but unforgettable safari is the once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure, where you’ll spend a full hour in the presence of a habituated gorilla family. You’ll also have a chance to enjoy optional nature walks or visit the local Batwa community, one of Uganda’s oldest Indigenous groups. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this safari offers a perfect blend of wildlife, culture, and scenic beauty.
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3 Days/ 2 Nights
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Uganda
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Guided, Private Safari
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Airport TransfersCar hireServices of an English-speaking guideRefreshments like waterAll accommodation & MealsAll activitiesAll Taxes /VATA professional driver /guideFuelGorilla permitDrinking water
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Tips and gratuitiesAll items of personal natureInternational flightsAlcoholic drinks
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Your adventure begins after an early breakfast as your guide picks you up from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe. After a short briefing, set off on a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in southwestern Uganda, known as the “Switzerland of Africa.”
Along the way, you’ll stop at the Equator in Kayabwe, where you can pose for the classic photo moment and browse local craft shops for unique souvenirs. Continue your journey through the rolling hills, tea plantations, and banana farms of the Ankole region, with a relaxing lunch stop in Mbarara town.
As you ascend into the Kigezi Highlands, the landscape becomes more dramatic with terraced hills and mist-covered forests—a beautiful preview of the experience that awaits. You’ll arrive at your lodge near the park in the late afternoon. Settle in, enjoy a warm Ugandan dinner, and rest up for your gorilla trekking adventure tomorrow.
Accommodation Options:
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Luxury: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
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Midrange: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
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Budget: Rushaga Gorilla Camp
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Natioal Park
Today is the highlight of your safari—the gorilla trekking expedition. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. You’ll be placed in a small group (maximum 8 people) and led into the forest in search of a habituated gorilla family.
The trek can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours depending on where the gorillas are that day, but every step is worth it. The forest is alive with birdsong, the rustling of monkeys in the trees, and the cool air of a true jungle. Once you find the gorillas, you’ll spend a magical one hour observing them in their natural habitat—watching them feed, play, groom each other, and interact in deeply human-like ways. It’s a powerful, emotional, and unforgettable experience.
After the trek, return to the lodge and in the afternoon, you have the option to visit the Batwa community—the original forest dwellers who now live outside the park. Hear their stories, music, and traditions, or simply unwind and soak in the views from your lodge.
Accommodation Options:
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Luxury: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
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Midrange: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
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Budget: Rushaga Gorilla Camp
Day 3: Departure
After a hearty breakfast, begin the journey back to Kampala or Entebbe, taking in more of Uganda’s scenic beauty as you drive north. You’ll stop for a relaxed lunch in Masaka and have opportunities to stretch and grab any last-minute souvenirs.
By evening, you’ll arrive back in the city and be dropped off at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport for your outbound flight, marking the end of your incredible gorilla trekking safari in Uganda.
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