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5 Days 4 Nights
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
This 5 Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari offers an unforgettable opportunity to encounter one of the world’s most endangered species in its natural habitat. Located in southwestern Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas and is one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife destinations.
Your journey takes you from the low-lying Rift Valley floor of Queen Elizabeth National Park. straight up into the rugged Kigezi Highlands of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
The tour is carefully sequenced to build excitement: it begins with high-volume wildlife viewing on land and water, pivots to the rare behavioral spectacle of tree-climbing big cats, and climaxes with the deeply emotional, face-to-face encounter with mountain gorillas.
Highlights include:
Hotel/Airport upon arrival. The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will pick/receive you and we shall embark on a transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – one of Uganda’s most frequented tourist destinations. You will stop for lunch en route then proceed into the beautiful Queen Elizabeth NP, arriving at the lodge in the afternoon. Embark on first game drive returning to the lodge at sunset. Stay at Aardvark Safari Lodge/similar
Be up early and have your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains returning to the lodge for rest and lunch. After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the trip, the sight of wildlife including giant hippos, elephants and crocodiles among others will fascinate you. Later return to the lodge at sun set for your dinner and overnight. Stay at Aardvark Safari Lodge/similar
After breakfast, you will have the option to enjoy an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience in Kyambura Gorge, located within Queen Elizabeth National Park. Accompanied by an experienced ranger guide, venture into the forested gorge in search of chimpanzees and other fascinating wildlife. After the trek, continue to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park a game drive, famous for its remarkable tree-climbing lions. From Ishasha, proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through beautiful countryside and rural communities along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge, relax, and prepare for the unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking adventure awaiting you the following day. Stay at Bweza Gorilla Lodge/similar
Have breakfast and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing on the dos and don’ts during trekking. Thereafter, you will enter the Bwindi Forest for your adventure. The beauty of this rain forest is spectacular! The time taken and the terrain vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence. The time with these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. Thereafter, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. Lake Bunyonyi is framed by lush, green-terraced hills, islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water that make it most magical. Stay at Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort/Similar
Have a relaxed breakfast at the accommodation with spectacular view of the Bunyonyi little islands just right in front of you and thereafter embark on your return journey to Entebbe Airport. Expect en route lunch and a stop at the Uganda Equator line mark in Kayabwe for some memorable photos and maybe buying some art pieces of interest. Proceed with the journey arriving late afternoon/evening for drop off at the airport to catch your flight back home (recommended for 18:00 onwards).
Yes. This 4 Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari is ideal for travelers seeking a short but rewarding Uganda safari experience.
The trek varies depending on the location of the gorilla family. Some treks may take a few hours, while others can be more challenging due to the mountainous terrain. A reasonable level of fitness is recommended.
Visitors are typically allowed one hour with a habituated gorilla family after the trek.
Depending on the package selected, gorilla permits may be included. Always confirm permit inclusions before booking.
The dry seasons from June to September and December to February generally provide the best trekking conditions.
Uganda Wildlife Authority regulations require participants to be at least 15 years old.
Bwindi is famous for its mountain gorillas, ancient rainforest ecosystem, exceptional biodiversity, and unforgettable gorilla trekking experiences.
