3 Day Bwindi Gorilla Tracking Tour
Safari Overview
Experience a life-changing adventure in Uganda’s southern region on this three-day tour. This journey will include gorilla tracking, cultural visits, nature walks, hiking, bird watching, and a unique equator experience with the Coriolis effect. Spot various bird species such as marabou storks, African fish eagles, malachite kingfishers, bronzy sunbirds, breasted barbets, and saddle-billed storks.
Safari Highlight
- Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
detailed Itinerary
- Pick-up from your hotel by a professional tour guide.
- Begin a 10-hour journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in a comfortable 4-wheel drive vehicle.
- Stop at the Kayabwe equator for a Coriolis effect demonstration and the unique experience of standing in both the southern and northern hemispheres.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch at Igongo Cultural Hotel or a similar location around 1:00 PM.
- Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- Check-in at the lodge upon arrival, relax, and enjoy the serene environment.
- End the day with a delightful dinner and overnight stay.
- Enjoy breakfast at around 7:00 AM.
- Drive to the starting point of the gorilla trekking adventure.
- Attend a briefing at Buhoma ranger station at 8:00 AM to learn about the dos and don'ts of gorilla trekking.
- Begin the thrilling gorilla tracking adventure at around 8:30 AM.
- Have a well-marinated lunch at around 2:00 PM after the trek.
- Visit Batwa villages at around 3:00 PM for an amazing cultural encounter. Learn about the Batwa pygmies' way of life, survival skills, medicinal uses of trees, and enjoy their cultural dances.
- Return to your accommodation by 6:00 PM for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.
- Have breakfast at around 7:00 AM.
- Check out from the lodge and embark on the journey back to Kampala, a drive of approximately 9 hours and 30 minutes.
- Stop for lunch at Igongo Country Hotel, enjoying a local dish accompanied by fresh natural juice.
- Continue to Kampala and then to Entebbe International Airport for departure.
Safari Terms
Inclusion
- All park entry fees and permits (gorilla, chimp, golden monkey, rhino)
- All accommodation as specified
- Full board meals throughout safari
- Ground transportation in 4x4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All game drives, boat cruises, and activities listed
- Airport transfers
Exclusion
- International flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Personal travel expenses (e.g. souvenirs, tips, laundry)
- Optional activities not included in the itinerary
- Accommodation before and after the safari if not mentioned (can be arranged at extra cost)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities for guide and lodge staff (optional but appreciated)
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