Trip Overview
Locations:
Entebbe | Bwindi impenetrable National Park
Trip Overview
This is a 4 days gorilla safari that starts and ends in Entebbe. On this trip, visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by air and trek the rare mountain gorillas. This trip will be guided by experienced and knowledgeable guides who are knowledgeable about the mountain gorillas and the local region.
Bwindi impenetrable National Park is a premier destination for gorilla trekking in the world and is the magnet that brings many primate and nature lovers to Uganda. The park has half of the living mountain gorilla population that it shares with Mgahinga national park but there is plenty of other adventure activities to engage in during a gorilla safari through the vast lush thick hilly forested landscape.
Trip Highlights:
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable National Park.
Optional experiences:
- These are full day or half day activities (mornings or afternoons).
Tour of Entebbe
- Visit the lake side Botanical Gardens.
- Uganda wildlife Center and resort beach.
- You will also get an opportunity to travel to a traditional fishing village, followed by lunch at a local restaurant.
(Lunch and return transfers to your Kampala or Entebbe Hotels are included).
Kampala City Tour
- This fascinating trip is packed with attractions like, Uganda museum, kasumbi tombs, nakasero market, ctaft markets, namirembe cathendral, kibuli mosque.
- Traditional lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
Ngamba Island Day Trip Half Day Trip
(morning or afternoons)
In this trip, you travel by a small motor boat to this 100 acre forested island located 23 km offshore from Entebbe. The island is a safe haven for juvenile orphaned chimpanzees and this visit is within its feeding timings, for botanists is a place with different types of trees and an ornithologist’s paradise – for bird watching.
Njinja Nile River Rafting – Full Day
This is an exceptional excursion that starts the source of river Nile. You are provided with a full day experience in the great rafting excursion. The 25 km includes some exceptional rapids but novice rafters can avoid these.
The trip includes, morning snacks, lunch, a barbecue dinner and return transfers to your Kampala / Entebbe hotels
Group size
Minimum 2 Travelers maximum 12 Travelers
Departure details
On request and availability
Itinerary details
Day 1: Arrival In Entebbe
Today you will arrive at Entebbe airport, you will be welcomed by your safari guide – our representative and transferred to your hotel for check in and overnight stay.
Depending on your time of arrival, you may have an optional city tour of Entebbe town.
The name Entebbe means “the chair” in Luganda, which is the local language of the area. Entebbe was the colonialists’ administrative center and has many buildings that date over half a century ago. You may also choose to visit Entebbe botanical gardens or Uganda Wildlife Education centre.
Accommodation: The Boma Entebbe. BB.
Day 2: Fly To Kihihi, Drive To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Early in the morning you will be transferred to Entebbe airport for your scheduled flight to Kihihi airstrip where you shall be received by your safari guide. You will drive through the beautiful Ugandan countryside to the ancient rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. On the way to the mountainous south-western region of Uganda, you will drive through terraced hillsides dotted with traditional settlements. Expect to arrive at our picturesque accommodation on the edge of the forest before lunch. Bwindi impenetrable national park is a magnificent green swathe of dense rainforest and is one of the most biologically diverse areas on earth. It is a habitat for nearly 350 birds’ species, 120 mammals and other insect species. The park is home to the endangered mountain
Gorillas. Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge. FB
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking In Bwindi
Begin your gorilla trek in the early morning, and set off into the tangled and mist-shrouded forests with guides and trackers who are very experienced at locating the gorillas by finding the nest the family had used the previous night. The search for these majestic animals goes through thick untamed rainforest, where you’ll be scrambling over mossy rocks and through deep undergrowth and it can be arduous at times, but the encounter is worth the effort. Watching gorillas in their natural habitat is a memory that will last a lifetime.
The experienced ranger guides will willingly share with you a lot of information about history and lifestyle of the Gorillas. After spending an hour with the gorillas we head back to the lodge and relax. In the evening you may visit Batwa communities and get to learn about their culture and traditions.
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge. FB
Day 4: Flight To Entebbe And Departure
After breakfast you will be transferred to Kihihi airstrip for your scheduled departure flight back to Entebbe airport. In Entebbe you will check in for your international departure flight.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch.
Price Includes
- Accommodation in the mentioned lodges
- An experienced English speaking Safari Guide
- Transportation in 4*4 safari Vehicle.
- Flight charges from Entebbe to Kihihi airstrip and back.
- Transportation to and from the areas indicated.
- Fuel and meals as indicated on respective days.
- Game drive fees and all activities indicated in the itinerary.
- All Entrance Fees and relevant government Tax.
- 1 Gorilla trekking permit per person in Bwindi impenetrable national park.
- Mineral Water on the entire Safari.
- Administration fees.
Price Excludes
- Meals and beverages, other than specified.
- International, regional and local Airfares.
- Airport taxes.
- Passport and visa fees and service charges for obtaining visas.
- Excess baggage charges levied by airlines.
- Gratuities to driver/guides and other conveyance attendants.
- Laundry and other items of a personal nature such drinks, telephone calls ETC
- Personal and baggage insurance.
- Cost for anything not specifically mentioned in the listing above.
Rates
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Transport
All arrival, departure transfers and game drive as specified in the itinerary by our safari custom converted Toyota Landcruiser 4×4.
Notes on Gorilla tracking
Gorilla trekking is a strenuous activity and one should be physically fit to enjoy this tour.
Minimum gorilla tracking age is 15 years.
Anyone with signs of communicable diseases will NOT be allowed to track.
While possession of a gorilla permit is a guarantee of trekking and sighting the gorillas, the quality of the gorilla trekking cannot be guaranteed.
Maximum time allowed with the gorillas will NOT exceed ONE hour.
We strongly recommend the following
Rain poncho (lightweight)
Long-sleeved shirt
Waterproof trousers
Sturdy hiking boots
Leather gardening -type gloves
Insect repellent and any necessary medications must be brought by you either from your home town or Kampala.
Still Cameras and Camcorders are allowed, but bring batteries and film from your home town or Kampala.
Bwindi area is located at 1160 – 2607 meters above sea level and is chilly early morning and evening. While trekking, it can rain unexpectedly, hence waterproof clothing is a good essential including zip lock bags for cameras and film. You will also need boots that can cope with some mud.
Kindly note that to book Gorilla permits is subject to availability and payment. For cases of lack of availability in a requested Gorilla group, we shall suggest an alternative and communicate any changes in the program.