A 3-day gorilla trekking safari to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park offers a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience in one of Africa’s most ancient and biodiverse rainforests. Located in southwestern Uganda, Bwindi is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas, providing a rare opportunity to observe these gentle giants in their natural habitat. The highlight of the safari is the guided trek through dense forest terrain, where visitors spend a magical hour with a habituated gorilla family. Beyond gorilla encounters, the park features lush landscapes, rich birdlife, and unique flora, creating a deeply immersive and rewarding adventure. This safari combines conservation, adventure, and unforgettable close-up wildlife experiences in one of Africa’s most extraordinary destinations.
Our driver/guide will pick you from your overnight hotel at about 8:45am to embark on the drive to Bwindi via Mbarara with a stopover at the Equator crossing for photography. Continue to make another stop for early lunch at Agip Motel’s restaurant. Thereafter head to Uganda’s impenetrable forest filled with primates and many exotic birds.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mahogany Springs Lodge or The Haven Lodge Buhoma
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today is dedicated to Gorilla tracking which begins at 8:00 am with a briefing from the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Please bring with you a rain jacket, long pants drinking water, snacks, good comfortable hiking shoes/boots, sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent to enhance your experience. The guides will lead your way into the jungle in search of these shy Primates in the group you have been booked for. Do not forget to take your lunch boxes and all the necessary gear to track the rare Mountain Gorillas which is perhaps one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. Gorilla tours usually involve tracking for about 2 to 8 hours sometimes under a heavy rain down-pour but all the same a worthwhile experience. If time allows, on return from the jungle you will go for a village Walk/community visit for a great opportunity to see how the indigenous people live. This delightful moment in Bwindi takes you to learn and take time to appreciate the life of the local people.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mahogany Springs Lodge or The Haven Lodge Buhoma
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After your morning breakfast, drive back to Entebbe via Kasese-Fort Portal Road for a chance to see more of the countryside and the famous foot hills of the “Mountains of the moon”.
With a lunch stopover you will continue to be dropped off at your place of residence or Airport Guest house in Entebbe for on an ward flight home the next morning.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
