3-Day Gorilla Habituation Adventure

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Your experienced safari guide will collect you from:

- Entebbe International Airport (early morning arrivals)
- Guest house or lodge in Entebbe or Kampala (previous day's arrivals)

Embark on an 8-9 hour journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, passing through:

- Vibrant local communities and towns
- Rolling hills and cascading landscapes of the Kigezi region
- Equator crossing, with opportunities for Photography and water experiments at the equator line.

Stop in Mbarara for a delicious lunch, sampling local cuisine

Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in the evening, ready for:

- Relaxation and unwinding
- Preparation for the next day's gorilla trekking adventure

Essential Information

- Distance: Approximately 550 km (342 miles) from Entebbe/Kampala to Bwindi
- Drive Time: 8-9 hours (depending on traffic and road conditions)
- Road Conditions: Paved roads with occasional rough patches.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Rushaga Gorilla Haven's Lodge

• Budget lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Habituation

Enjoy early breakfast, check out, and drive to Park headquarters for registration and briefing.

Pre-Trek Briefing

A comprehensive briefing by UWA staff and ranger guides on:

- Gorilla habituation protocols
- Safety guidelines
- Responsible trekking practices

Gorilla Habituation Trek

Guided trek through Bwindi's tropical rainforest:

- 30 minutes to 3/4 day duration
- Opportunities to encounter wildlife, including birds and primates
- Expert guidance on gorilla behavior and forest ecology

Gorilla Encounter

Spend over 4 hours with habituated gorilla family:

- Observe intimate moments, foraging, and social interactions
- Receive a certificate for contributing to conservation efforts

Essential Information

- Trek difficulty: Moderate to challenging
- Altitude: 1,200-2,300 meters
- Weather: Unpredictable.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Rushaga Gorilla Haven's Lodge

• Budget lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Departure - Return to Kampala/Entebbe

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your lodge, followed by:

- Check-out
- Departure for Kampala or Entebbe

Return Journey

Take the same scenic route used during your Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour:

- Pass through rolling hills and local communities
- Stop for lunch and refreshments (en-route)

Post-Tour Accommodation or Departure

Choose from:

- Post-tour accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe
- Departure from Entebbe International Airport

Tour Conclusion

Bid farewell to Uganda's stunning natural beauty and warm hospitality, marking the end of your unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure.

Essential Information

- Distance: Approximately 550 km (342 miles) to Kampala/Entebbe
- Drive Time: 8-9 hours (depending on traffic and road conditions)
- Airport drop-off is available for departing flights

We appreciate the opportunity to share Uganda's beauty with you. Safe travels!

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.