This Uganda Gorilla Trek 4 Days safari is good for those who want to see the world’s mountain gorillas. This trip takes you to the southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is considered to be the best park in the whole world offering gorilla trekking activity.
Day 01: Arrival at Entebbe and transfer to the Hotel
Day 02: Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 03: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Community Visit.
Day 04: Drive back to Entebbe International Airport
-Round way airport transfers
-Transport in a 4×4 safari land cruiser/ Van
-Services of an English speaking driver /guide
-Fuel for the whole trip
-Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
-All park entrance fees
-Drinking water while in the vehicle
-Gorilla permit at USD 700 Per person per trek
-Accommodation on the last day of the tour
-International airfares
-Uganda Entry Visa fees (USD 50 which can be paid online or arrival at the Airport
-Items of personal nature such as tips, drinks, and laundry
-Travel insurance [we highly recommend this]
-Gorilla trekking permits need to be secured in advance, and their availability can impact the final itinerary.
-One has to be 15 years and above to trek mountain gorillas
-Transportation is van in budget and land cruiser in midrange unless communicated
-Raincoat and sweater
-A cap to protect your head and sunglasses to protect your eyes from the same.
-Hand gloves will help protect your hands from sharp tree branches.
-Hiking Boots: a tracker needs to acquire shoes with good grip/traction and can cover the feet/ankles.
– Clothes, recommend long sleeved top and a long pair of trousers, cream, brown, grey and dark green.
-Insect Repellents:
-Long stockings since you will have to tuck in your pants
Trekking sticks are given at the park but you bring a unique one with you if you want.
-Camera with a great focus, strong battery and memory
At 0730Hrs, after Morning breakfast from your Nairobi Hotel, you will be met by our Company respresentative together with your Driver Guide, then have a short briefing before you drive to Nairobi Airport where you will be dropped off to catch up your Flight to Entebber -Uganda departing in the Morning OR afternoon. Upon arrival at Entebbe Internatioal Airport in Uganda, you will be met by our Ugandan partner, then be transferred to your Hotel in Kampala, where you will be Checked-in, rest, and freshen up as you prepare for next day’s journey to Bwindi. Accommodation options: Boma hotel -Midrange / Sir Jose hotel-Budget. Meal plan: Dinner.
At 0700Hrs, After Early breakfast, depart from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (approximately 8-9 hours). Enjoy scenic views and make stopovers along the way and Lunch at a local restaurant en route. Once you arrive at your in Bwindi, Go ahead and Check-in, relax, and enjoy the natural surroundings. Accommodation options: Rushaga gorilla lodge -Midrange /Gorilla Valley Lodge -Budget. Meal plan: B, L & D.
At 0700Hrs, After having breakfast in the morning at the lodge, you be transferred to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park headquarters for a pre-trekking briefing about the dos and don’ts by park rangers, later you will be divided into groups and embark on the thrilling gorilla trekking adventure. Once you find gorillas, you will Spend 1 hour time observing and photographing the gorillas in their natural habitat. After the trek, return to the starting point and will be awarded a gorilla trekking certificate that shows you did gorilla trekking in Uganda. Return to the lodge for lunch and rest. In the afternoon, visit the Batwa Pygmy community for a cultural experience and Learn about their traditional way of life, dances, and crafts. Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation. Accommodation options: Rushaga gorilla lodge -Midrange / Gorilla Valley Lodge -Budget. Meal plan: B, L & D.
At 0700Hrs, After breakfast, Check-out to begin your journey back to Kampala/ Entebbe airport (approximately 8-9 hours). There will be a Stopover at Uganda Equator for experiments and pictures and also for lunch at a local restaurant along the way, therafter you will be dropped at Entebbe International Airport to catch up your outbound flight home OR an option of an overnight stay in Kampala Hotel. Meals plan: B & L..
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