3 Days Gorilla Trekking Safari Uganda – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

The 3 Days gorilla trekking safari Uganda Bwindi takes you through a thrilling mountain gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This package allows you to explore Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Southwestern Uganda while on this short Uganda gorilla trekking tour. This park sits in an area of 331sq. km and protects an estimate of 120 mammal species. These include over 459 mountain gorillas, elephants, antelopes, baboons, and an estimated 360 bird species. Your 3 Days gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi will begin and end in Kampala or Entebbe.

Detailed 3 Days gorilla trekking safari Uganda Bwindi Itinerary

Day 1: Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Depart from Kampala, stopover at the Equator for photography at the world’s center line. Continue with the journey through the western Uganda highlands till Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive and check in at a booked hotel near the park. Accommodation is based on the allocated sector for trekking.

Accommodation

Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge, Chameleon Hill Lodge, or Buhoma Lodge

Mid-range: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, Silverback Lodge, or in Gorilla Mist Camp

Budget/Basic: Bwindi Guesthouse, Nshongi Camp, or in Buhoma Community Rest Camp

Day 2: Embark on a gorilla trek adventure in Bwindi

After early morning breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing from the park guides. Thereafter head to the jungle for gorilla trekking that starts at 8:00 am. Head to the forest for a trek that lasts about 2 to 4 hours or more depending on where the mountain gorillas have spent their night. After meeting with the gorillas, you spend a maximum of 1 hour in the presence of the gorillas.

After an encounter with the giant gorillas, you trek back to the start point. Remember to carry some drinking water and snacks or foods to keep you energized. Receive a congratulatory certificate at the park headquarters and then transfer to the hotel or lodge for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Return from Bwindi to Entebbe/Kampala

On the last day of the trip, have breakfast then return to Kampala. The drive lasts more than 8 hours and therefore you will have lunch. Arrive in Kampala in the evening for drop off at a hotel or place of residence.

End of the 3 Days gorilla trekking safari Uganda Bwindi