July 5, 2024
3-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari in Bwindi Forest & Lake Bunyonyi Tour
The 3-Day gorilla trekking safari Uganda Bwindi Forest 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-Day gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi will begin and end in Kampala or Entebbe.
Brief 3-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Uganda
- Day 1: Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 2: Embark on a gorilla trek adventure in Bwindi and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi in the Afternoon
- Day 3: Adventure at Lake Bunyonyi and Return Entebbe/Kampala
Detailed 3-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Uganda Bwindi Itinerary
Day 1 of your 3-Day gorilla safari Bwindi: 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.
- Journey Time: 10 Hours
- Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Activities: Scenic Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest through the Rolling Hills of Kabale and Kisoro
- Accommodation: Check-in at Gorilla Mist Camp – Mid-Range Safari Lodge in Bwindi
- Meals: Lunch En-route, and Super
Day 2 of Your 3-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Uganda Bwindi: 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 mountain gorilla trekking that starts at 8:00 am. Head to the forest for a trek that lasts about 2 to 6 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 check-out.
Jackal Adventures Guide will then drive you off to Lake Bunyonyi for an evening boat cruise where you will adventure the lake’s several islands and take photos for sunset on the lake. The boat ride lasts for about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Drive to Bunyonyi Safaris Resort and check-in for super and relaxation.
- Journey Time: 3 Hours
- Destination: Lake Bunyonyi
- Activities: Enjoy Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Scenic Drive to Lake Bunyonyi the Second deepest lake in Africa.
- Accommodation: Check-in at Bunyonyi Safaris Resort – Mid-Range Safari Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch En-route, and Super
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Day 3 of Your 3-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Bwindi: Return from Bwindi to Entebbe/Kampala
On the last day of the trip, have breakfast at Bunyonyi Safaris Resort then return to Entebbe Airport for departure. The drive lasts more than 8 hours and therefore you will have lunch En-route. Arrive in Kampala in the evening for drop off at a hotel or place of residence.
- Journey Time: 9 Hours
- Destination: Entebbe Airport
- Activities: Enjoy a scenic drive from Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe Airport for Departure.
- Accommodation: No Accommodation
- Meals: Breakfast and Lunch En-route
End of the 3-Day gorilla trekking safari Uganda Bwindi
Safari Inclusions and Exclusions
Safari Cost includes
- Gorilla permit (@ $800)
- Boat Cruise at Lake Bunyonyi
- Ground transportation in a 4×4 Safari van
- Service of an English-speaking Uganda safari driver-guide
- 2 nights and meals in your lodge or hotel
- Relevant government taxes
- All trip activities except the optional ones
- Bottled mineral water on 3-Day of gorilla tour
Safari Cost excludes
- Tips
- Laundry services
- Cigarettes
- Personal insurance
- Airfares/Air ticket fees
- The optional activities
- Telephone calls
- Shopping expenses
- Hotel fees after gorilla trekking safari
Quotation: $1,995 Based on one person (Private Trip), Based on Mid-Range Accommodation
