3 day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari.

Bwindi Gorilla trekking safari is an adventurous way to explore the magnificent mountain gorillas in Uganda. The safari takes you to the magnificent Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The park is located in the southwestern Uganda. This 3 day Bwindi Gorilla safari is ultimately the best experience to see these fascinating primates in dense forests. The Uganda gorilla trekking safari will also let you observe habituated gorillas. You may as well see other primates and bird species in their natural habitats. Moreover, if you wish to explore more gorillas, the trekking adventure can take you to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda or Volcanoes in Rwanda. Book your gorilla tracking permits from Uganda Wildlife Authority with us.

Optional activities for your 3 day Gorilla Safari Package.

In addition to gorilla trekking in any of the 2 parks, you have some other optional activities to engage in. Uganda is a very rich country, endowed with much beauty. During the 3 day Uganda gorilla trekking safari, you can extend this highlight with some of the following.

Community Walk.

The walk commences from your lodge, and takes you visiting the resident natives and observe them at work. Have you heard of the Batwa community before? You will also meet them, who once called the rain forest their home. This was before it was transformed into a national park in 1991. They will treat you to traditional dances, songs, and demonstrations of their other skills. For example, fire-making, hunting, and storytelling. During this 3 days Uganda Gorilla safari community walk, visit some of the community projects like schools, NGOs, among others.

During this cultural tour, you will witness local households and encounter the natives, learning their customs and traditions. you may join them in basket making, crafts, dances among other activities. Visit Ride for a Woman Project.

Lake Bunyonyi visit.

After gorilla trekking in Bwindi forest, you can opt for a relaxation with a visit to Lake Bunyonyi. Here you will find the WAKANDA. Lake Bunyonyi ranks as second among the deepest lakes in Africa. Your driver guide will take you to this classic and beautiful lake with more than 7 Islands. To reach these, you will take a boat Canoe from any nearby guest house or hotel along the shores of the lake.

City tour.

The 3 day gorilla trek Uganda safari can also start from from Kigali, Rwanda. This takes you through the borders of Rwanda and Uganda, to Bwindi forest for the trek. The gorilla tracking experience takes you to Rushaga, Nkuringo, Buhoma, or Ruhija sectors. The cost of a Uganda Gorilla tour permits is at USD 700, as compared to Rwanda’s USD 1500. Many clients cross through Rwanda to Uganda and back. At the end of the trek, you may go and do a Kigali City tour.

Water Falls nature walk.

During the gorilla trekking tour, you may embark on a Nature walk in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park. Trail along some of the most iconic paths where you will find some of the water falls. Hike along Munyanga River in Buhoma area, where you find the Munyanga river falls. In Nkuringo, you also find the Ivy River trail. After the 3 days gorilla trekking safari, you may take on a wildlife safari to the nearest parks. These are Queen Elizabeth, Lake Mburo and Kibale National parks.

Safari Highlights.

• Drive / Fly -in to Bwindi impenetrable National park.
• Gorilla safari.
• Transfer to Entebbe/ Kampala.

Detailed Safari Itinerary.

DAY 1: Drive / Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Prepare for an early pick up from either the airport or your accommodation for the 3 days mountain Gorilla safari. Drive southwestwards via Masaka- Mbarara highway road. Take a stop at the equator to take photos. This is a very prestigious place for photography. Continue on your journey to Mbarara, with a stopover for Lunch at the Igongo museum and Cultural Center. Drive on southwards to Bwindi impenetrable national park. The park is a world heritage site, a home to many mountain gorillas. Besides Bwindi national park, you can do the gorilla trekking in parks. Mgahinga Forest National Park in Uganda, Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park and Congo’s Virunga Volcanoes. These are home to the world’s remaining endangered mountain low-land gorillas. Check in and relax at the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation.

Budget: Buhoma community Rest camp / Gorilla Valley Lodge / Ruhija Gorilla Friends Camp.

Moderate: Ichumbi Safari Lodge / Bakiga Safari Lodge .

Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Rushaga Gorilla Safari Lodge.

Day 2: Mountain gorilla trekking safari / community walk.

Ultimately, the most exciting of all is meeting the gentle gorillas of the mist. Take an early morning breakfast, and drive to the park office headquarters for a mini briefing given by the Park’s wardens. Carry with you some drinking water, a rain jacket, packed lunch, and jungle boots.

After the morning brief, the park warden allocates you to a gorilla family of not more than 8 trekkers. Apart from seeing Gorillas, you will see other animals. For example, bush pigs, antelopes, chimpanzees, monkeys, black and white colobus, baboons, forest elephants. The park is also home to over 360 bird species. The movement of the gorillas as you trek is such an adventure.

At last, when you meet the humble gentle giants, you have a maximum of one hour with them. Take some photos, but without use of flash light. Keep a minimum distance of 5 meters. In addition, avoid direct contact with the primates as you may spread diseases to them. Coming close to the Gorillas may mean crowding their space. The male gorillas “silverbacks” might not take this lightly. Therefore, this could lead to a mini chase around the forest. Do not run away in case this happens.

Gorilla trekking last between 2 to 8 hours, an activity worth the time and effort. Spend the afternoon on a cultural village walk. It is a rewarding opportunity seeing the natives of Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest. Through this initiative, may visitors find a way to give back and support these local communities. You may also visit the Batwa community. At the end of the day, return to the lodge, relax for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Transfer to Entebbe Airport / Kampala.

Early breakfast then start the journey back to Kampala, have a hot lunch break at Igongo cultural center. Last stopover is at the equator, thereafter, take some photos, arriving in Kampala or Entebbe. END OF SAFARI SERVICES..

Safari Inclusions.

• English-speaking guide / driver.
• 4*4WD safari vehicle.
• Meals en route
• Accommodation
• Gorilla permit.
• Bottled drinking water
• Park entry fees.
• Cultural walk.

Safari Exclusions.

• International flights.
• Kampala / Entebbe accommodation.
• Personal Laundry services.
• Drinks and Beverages.
• Visas.
• Tips.