Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Uganda
3 Days Uganda Safari

Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Safari Overview

Bwindi impenetrable forest is a located in southwestern Uganda, kanungu district on the edge of the Albertine rift, the western branch of the east African rift valley. Bwindi is one of the most biologically diverse areas on earth, where half the world’s populations of the endangered mountain gorillas live. This thick forest hosts about 120 mammals like forest elephants, antelopes, several primate species like chimpanzees and baboons and about 350 bird species.  The major attraction of visitors to this forest is the gorilla trekking but tourist can also enjoy bird watching, mountain hiking, nature walks plus community visits. You are expected to arrive a night before the safari or have an early morning landing. Your driver/guide will pick and depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Encounter the Bwindi Gorilla first hand on your trekking expedition. With a strenuous day trekking, it would be ideal to find a better place for relaxation.


3 Days / 2 Nights

Uganda
Safari in Uganda


Walking Safari

DAY 1

Arrival and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

DAY 2

Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

DAY 3

Departure - Depart with sweet memories and drive to Kampala

Camping Accommodation

Basic Accommodation

Budget Accommodation

Standard Accommodation

MidRange Accommodation

Luxury Accommodation

Most Luxury Accommodation

V I P Accommodation

Suggested Accommodations

Things to expect on 3 days Bwindi Mountain Gorilla Trekking Uganda Tour.

🔘Kampala city tour.
🔘Visit to Equator for photographs.
🔘Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
🔘Uganda Mountain Gorilla Trekking.
🔘Ground transportation in Safari Car.


Brief itinerary of the 3 days Bwindi Mountain Gorilla Trekking Uganda Tour.

🦍🦍 Day 1: Entebbe | Kampala - Equator - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.

Distance: 469 km (Kampala)
Distance: 509 km (Entebbe)
Travel time: 8hrs 43m to 10hrs 10m
Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner

🔘Accommodation options at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park for Uganda Gorrilla Trekking Tour.

VIP Accommodation: Trackers Safari Lodge | Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge | Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp | Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel or Similar accommodation.

Superior Accommodation: Trackers Safari Lodge | Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel | Silverback Lodge | Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp or Similar accommodation.

Luxury Accommodation: ⁠Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge | Gorilla Heights Lodge | Four Gorilla Lodge | Gorilla Safari Lodge | Gorilla Leisure Lodge | Silverback Lodge | Ruhija Gorilla Safari Lodge | Virunga Inn Resort & Spa or Similar accommodation.

Mid-Range Accommodation: Volcanoes Bwindi lodge ⁠| Buhoma Gorilla Camp | Gorilla Heights Lodge | Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge | Hotel Africana or Similar accommodation.

Standard Accommodation: Bwindi Forest Lodge | Buhoma Lodge | Rushanga Gorilla Lodge | Buhoma Havens | Buhoma Community Haven lodge | Hotel Africana or Similar accommodation.

Budget Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge | Gorilla Valley Lodge | Rushaga Gorilla Camp or Similar accommodation.

Basic Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Camp | Buhoma Community rest camp | Gorilla Conservation Camp | Baliga Lodge | Gorilla Valley Lodge or Similar accommodation.

Camping Accommodation: Ruhija Community Rest Camp | Albertine Gorilla Campsite | Nshongi Camp | Bakiga lodge or Similar accommodation.

 

 

🔘Accommodation options at Bwindi National Park for Uganda Gorrilla Habituation Tour.

🦍 In Rushaga Sector
- Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
- ⁠Gorilla Safari Lodge
- ⁠Four Gorilla Lodge
- ⁠Rushaga Gorilla Camp
- ⁠Rushanga Gorilla Lodge

🦍 In Nkuringo Sector 
- ⁠⁠Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
- ⁠Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
- ⁠Gorilla Heights Lodge

🦍 In Buhoma Sector
- ⁠Buhoma Havens 
- ⁠Buhoma Lodge
- ⁠Bwindi Lodge
- ⁠Buhoma Gorilla Camp
- ⁠Buhoma Community rest camp

🦍 In Ruhija Sector
- ⁠Trekkers tavern Lodge
- ⁠Baliga Lodge
- ⁠Ruhija Community Rest Camp

 

🦍🦍 Day 2: Gorilla trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.

Gorilla Tour: 2hrs to 7hrs
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

🔘Accommodation options at Bwindi National Park for Uganda Gorrilla Trekking Tour.

VIP Accommodation: Trackers Safari Lodge | Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge | Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp | Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel or Similar accommodation.

Superior Accommodation: Trackers Safari Lodge | Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel | Silverback Lodge | Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp or Similar accommodation.

Luxury Accommodation: ⁠Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge | Gorilla Heights Lodge | Four Gorilla Lodge | Gorilla Safari Lodge | Gorilla Leisure Lodge | Silverback Lodge | Ruhija Gorilla Safari Lodge | Virunga Inn Resort & Spa or Similar accommodation.

Mid-Range Accommodation: Volcanoes Bwindi lodge ⁠| Buhoma Gorilla Camp | Gorilla Heights Lodge | Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge | Hotel Africana or Similar accommodation.

Standard Accommodation: Bwindi Forest Lodge | Buhoma Lodge | Rushanga Gorilla Lodge | Buhoma Havens | Buhoma Community Haven lodge | Hotel Africana or Similar accommodation.

Budget Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge | Gorilla Valley Lodge | Rushaga Gorilla Camp or Similar accommodation.

Basic Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Camp | Buhoma Community rest camp | Gorilla Conservation Camp | Baliga Lodge | Gorilla Valley Lodge or Similar accommodation.

Camping Accommodation: Ruhija Community Rest Camp | Albertine Gorilla Campsite | Nshongi Camp | Bakiga lodge or Similar accommodation.

 

🔘Accommodation options at Bwindi National Park for Uganda Gorrilla Habituation Tour.

🦍 In Rushaga Sector
- Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
- ⁠Gorilla Safari Lodge
- ⁠Four Gorilla Lodge
- ⁠Rushaga Gorilla Camp
- ⁠Rushanga Gorilla Lodge

🦍 In Nkuringo Sector 
- ⁠⁠Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
- ⁠Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
- ⁠Gorilla Heights Lodge

🦍 In Buhoma Sector
- ⁠Buhoma Havens 
- ⁠Buhoma Lodge
- ⁠Bwindi Lodge
- ⁠Buhoma Gorilla Camp
- ⁠Buhoma Community rest camp

🦍 In Ruhija Sector
- ⁠Trekkers tavern Lodge
- ⁠Baliga Lodge
- ⁠Ruhija Community Rest Camp


🦍🦍 Day 03: Departure - Depart with sweet memories and drive back to Kampala | Entebbe.
Distance: 469 km (Kampala)
Distance: 509 km (Entebbe)
Travel time: 8hrs 43m to 10hrs 10m 
Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch

End of 3 days Bwindi Mountain Gorilla Trekking Uganda Tour.


🧳What to bring

• Waterproof hiking boots

• Long sleeved shirt/t-shirt

• Gorilla and chimpanzee permit

• Camera with no flashlight

• Waterproof daypack

• Rain jacket/poncho

• Sweater

• Insect repellent

• First aid kit

• Walking stick

 

📖 Guidelines for gorilla and chimpanzee tracking.

• Only persons above 15 years are eligible to obtain gorilla and chimpanzee permits.

• A maximum of one hour is given to you to have magical encounter with chimpanzees or mountain gorillas.

• No flashlight camera is allowed when taking photos of chimpanzees or gorillas.

• Keep a distance of 7 meters away from chimpanzees and gorillas.

• Leave chimpanzee and gorilla habitat the same way you found it.

• When coughing, please cover your mouth and nose when sneezing. Visitors who are not feeling well are not allowed to track chimpanzees or gorillas.

• Do not eat, drink or smoke while on chimpanzee or gorilla trekking.

The Tour Price Includes


  • Safari Start and end in Kampala.
  • Pick up and drop off at Entebbe Airport.
  • Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit of 800$ per person per trek.
  • Bottled mineral water in the vehicle while on safari (1.5Ltr per day).
  • In case of a camping safari: camping gear like tents, camping mattresses, sleeping bags, pillows, camping chairs, etc.
  • Accommodation and meals per the itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner). Lunch and dinner on day 1, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day 2 and Breakfast and lunch on day 3 of your trip. This tour offers Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal food options on request. Simply let our administrator team know the food option that you prefer
  • Ground transportation in a 8 setter or 6 setter 4x4 Safari vehicle with English Speaking Driver guide: -
  • 8 setter Safari vehicle has 6 windows seats (in the passenger cabin) and 1 window seat next to the driver (in front)
  • 6 setter Safari vehicle has 4 windows seats (in the passenger cabin) and 1 window seat next to the driver (in front)
  • Gorilla trekking, all park entry fees, Accommodation and government tax 18% VAT on tour fees and service which cost nearly 100% of the total cost.
  • Accommodation of your choice: from budget camping to staying in luxurious lodges, we can arrange it for you(the prices mentioned above are for overnight stays in Mid-range to Luxury hotels/lodge/tented Camps according to the program, other prices are applicable for the other accommodation options).

The Tour Price Excludes


  • Meals not listed above. eg Breakfast on the first day, Dinner on the last day.
  • Uganda Visa cost which is 50% except for Canadian and USA passport holders which is US$100.
  • Optional Uganda Gorilla Habituation Tour permit at additional US$1,500 per person per trek
  • Optional Uganda Chimpanzee Tracking Tour permit at additional US$200 per person per trek
  • International and Domestic Flights and departure taxes (Quoted separately where applicable)
  • Optional activities and excursions (short safari/tour after your safari can be arranged upon request at an extra cost).
  • Tips for the crew. We recommend a tip of 25 USD per day for your guide, and 15 USD per day for your cook, to be divided between each member of your group.
  • Pre & Post Accommodation in Kampala (Can be arranged upon request at an extra cost)
  • Inoculations and personal insurance (e.g. Visa, Travel, Medical and Baggage insurance, A doctor for the group, Laundry, Souvenirs, Telephone, Beverages (available to purchase) and all other services that are not mentioned as included.
  • Holiday Surcharge : A supplement of US $ 40.00 per person per day will apply to all bookings on the 24th, 25th, 26th and 31 December and 1st January
  • A supplement of US $ 35.00 per person will apply to all bookings between Friday 3rd and Monday 6th April (for all 4 days) as Easter holiday surcharge.