3 Day itinerary in Uganda, Africa
Uganda gorilla trekking in Bwindi National Park
This 3 days gorilla tracking Bwindi Forest tour takes you from Entebbe to Bwindi for gorilla tracking and back to Entebbe. Follow the mountain gorillas as they range freely in the impenetrable forest, and discover their gorgeous natural habitual and the many species they share it with.
By Nicholas
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Average
Recommended Age
Minimum 15
Operated in
English, Spanish
GUIDANCE
Tour Leader, Driver as a Guide
starting point
Entebbe
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Hiking
Visit markets
Meet local people
Nature & Wildlife
Start
Night
End
Highlights
Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi National Park
Stop at the Equator for photos
Meet the local people
Travel with an expert guide rated excellent by past travelers
Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi National Park
Stop at the Equator for photos
Meet the local people
Travel with an expert guide rated excellent by past travelers
Itinerary
Mid-Range Accommodation
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Transfer from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Depart in the morning after breakfast and drive south-westwards to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi is best known for its Mountain Gorillas, primate presence, and spectacular bird population. En route, you will have a short stop at the Equator for an educational talk as well as a photographic opportunity. The journey then continues to Mbarara where there will be a stopover stop for lunch. After lunch, drive onwards; a drive that will take you through Uganda’s rolling green hills through the highlands, also known as the ‘Switzerland of Uganda’ before making the final journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home of the mountain gorilla. Check-in at your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: Engagi Lodge
Day 2
Bwindi National Park - Gorilla trekking and Community walk
Following the morning breakfast, depart to the starting point for briefing about your gorilla trekking adventure after which you will be led by experienced gorilla trackers on the slopes of the volcanoes. You will start from the site where the gorillas were encountered the day before and from here the gorilla tracking begins. Although the hike can be physically demanding, the anticipation of the exciting experience ahead is amazing, and the beauty of the gorilla forest and its inhabitants are fascinating. Later take walk around the lodge after lunch to visit the Batwa /Pygmy community to see how they live. The batwa community walks in Bwindi take you to batwa local communities where you learn more about their forest life. It’s not just a conventional nature walk but an in-depth interaction that increases an understanding of who the batwa are. You may meet some small groups of batwa during gorilla trekking but a walkout to their homes is an amazing experience. Dinner and overnight stay at your booked lodge.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: Engagi Lodge
Day 3
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Entebbe
After morning breakfast, pack your bags and you will be driven back to Entebbe for your flight back home with a stopover at the Equator where you will have an opportunity to stand in 2 hemispheres at the same time and take some photos, then another stops over at the Mpigi Royal Drum Makers where you will be able to watch the ceremonial drums being crafted using traditional methods passed down through the generations.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
What’s Included
Accommodation
- Engagi Lodge
Meals
- Lunch (3)
- Dinner (2)
- Breakfast (2)
Transport
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- Round trip airport transfer
Activities
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
Extras
- Bottled water throughout the trip
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- Gorilla permits (one per person, non-resident)
- All Taxes/VAT
Not Included
- International flights (from/to home)
- Drinks
- Visa fees
About Nicholas
TEAM LEAD
Baboo Certified
Hiking
Rafting
Rural home stays
Indigenous culture
Kayaking
Cycling
Visit markets
Meet local people
Nature & Wildlife
I have a contagious passion for wildlife viewing and eagle-like vision (spotting wildlife well past sunset) and I like birding a lot. Besides my natural history expertise, I also provide cultural insights into my home country.
Travel that Makes a Difference
By choosing to travel with us, you support local communities, wildlife, and the environment. We are dedicated to positively impacting the world through every journey we offer.
Let’s regenerate the planet together
We overcompensate your entire journey’s carbon footprint including flights - for free.
$1,853.00 USD