Uganda Gorilla Trekking

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kampala & City Tour

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by our professional guide and transferred to Uganda’s capital, Kampala. After check-in at your hotel, embark on a cultural and historical city tour featuring landmarks such as the Uganda Museum, Gaddafi Mosque, and Kabaka’s Palace. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Accommodation Options:

• Upmarket: Kampala Serena Hotel

• Midrange: Hotel Africana

• Budget: Speke Hotel

Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Drive to Lake Mburo National Park – Equator Stop & Boat Ride

After breakfast, depart Kampala for Lake Mburo National Park, located in western Uganda. Enjoy a scenic drive with a stopover at the Equator in Kayabwe for photo opportunities and a brief demonstration of the hemisphere water experiment. Arrive in the park for lunch, followed by a tranquil afternoon boat cruise on Lake Mburo. Watch out for hippos, crocodiles, and rich birdlife.

Accommodation Options:

• Upmarket: Mihingo Lodge / Kigambira Safari Lodge

• Midrange: Kigarama Wilderness Lodge

• Budget: Rwakobo Rock

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Start the day with a guided morning game drive through the savannah landscapes of Lake Mburo. Expect to see zebras, impalas, buffaloes, and various antelope species. After the game drive, continue southwest through the rolling hills of Kabale and the Kigezi Highlands toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Enjoy a packed or roadside lunch en route.

Accommodation Options:

• Upmarket: Mahogany Springs Lodge

• Midrange: Buhoma Haven Lodge

• Budget: Ride 4 A Woman Guesthouse

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla tracking adventure. Trek through dense forest in search of a habituated gorilla family. 

Once your group locates a gorilla family, you’ll spend a magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. This encounter offers an incredibly intimate wildlife experience—being just meters away from these gentle giants is both humbling and unforgettable.

With fewer than 1,100 mountain gorillas left in the wild, this rare opportunity offers insight into their social structures and behaviors. The trek can be moderately challenging, lasting up to six hours or more, often at high altitudes. Good physical fitness will enhance your experience, though many visitors in their 60s and 70s have successfully completed the trek. If you prefer a shorter hike, your driver-guide can request a closer group for you.

To ensure a comfortable trek, wear sturdy hiking boots and long trousers, and consider bringing gloves for protection against nettles. Don’t forget snacks, sweets (for yourself), and plenty of water, as the rainforest can become hot and humid during the day.

Accommodation Options:

• Upmarket: Mahogany Springs Lodge

• Midrange: Buhoma Haven Lodge

• Budget: Ride 4 A Woman Guesthouse

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Fly from Kihihi to Entebbe – Connect to International Flight

After breakfast, transfer to Kihihi Airstrip for a scheduled domestic flight back to Entebbe. Upon arrival, our representative will assist with any final arrangements and ensure you connect smoothly to your international flight.

Meals: Breakfast

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