3-Days Gorilla Trekking Tour in Uganda
Tour Overview
The highlight of this gorilla-tracking safari is the most sought-after bucket-list experience of trekking Uganda’s mountain gorillas in the wild. It is also one of the most unforgettable wildlife encounters in the world. On this day, enjoy the Batwa Community trail and canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi.
Seasonal Months & Best Time to Travel
Highlighted months indicate the peak/optimal seasonal period for this tour.
Day-by-Day Summary
| Days | Main Destination | Accommodation | Meal Plan |
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Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Rushaga Gorilla Lodge | Full Board FB |
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Lake Bunyonyi | Itambira Island Resort | Full Board FB |
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Equator Point Uganda | No accommodation | Half Board HB |
Tour Quick Facts
Tour Class
Budget Tour :This safari includes comfort-focused hand-picked lodges and camps.
Group Type
Shared group tour : Join a group of other travelers. Max 6 people per vehicle.
Start Day
Can start any day :If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Customization
Can be customized :Request minor changes to accommodations and destinations.
Single Travelers
Suitable for single travelers : Solo travelers can join, requires a minimum of 1 people to run.
Minimum Age
Minimum age of 8 years :Children and families are welcome under parental guidance.
Tour Rates & Pricing
Below are our rates for travelers visiting as a group. Discounts are available for larger parties, making group travel more affordable and enjoyable. Whether you are planning a family trip, a getaway with friends, or a special event with colleagues, our group rates are designed to offer better value while keeping the experience comfortable and convenient. Please contact us for more details on pricing, availability, and any special arrangements for your group.
- Per Person Pricing:All rates listed are per person and do not include international flights.
- Solo Travel: Solo travelers are welcome; however, the tour requires a minimum of 1 people to run.
- Age Requirements: Children aged 8 and above are allowed and discounted. Free entrance fees apply for children under 0 years old.
Please Note: All rates are subject to change based on availability, seasonality, and any updates to park fees, taxes, or tourism levies. We recommend contacting us directly to confirm pricing for your specific travel dates and group size.
Group Pricing Rates
| Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,755 | $1,283 | $1,226 | $1,193 | $1,159 | $1,148 | n/a* |
Day by Day Experience
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Batwa Community Trail
On your arrival at Entebbe International Airport (EBB), you will be met by our Safaris staff member who will brief you. This is a long day drive of approximately 7 hours with a lunch stopover in route. Though long, the drive takes you through different features including tropical rain forests, savannah fields, and the terraced hills of Kigezi, famously known as the Switzerland of East Africa. Upon arrival in Bwindi, we shall check in at the lodge and proceed to the Batwa community for a cultural adventure with these forest pygmies. You will spend the rest of the day at leisure as you wait for the next day’s adventure.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Full Board FB
Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
No images available for this accommodation.
Wildlife to Spot
Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for Canoe Ride
After an early morning breakfast, head for a briefing where we'll meet the excellent local guides and trackers who give a talk on the etiquette of gorilla trekking. We'll then hike into the forest to a spot where gorillas were seen the previous night and track from there. Trekking may take anything between 1 and 6 hours depending on the location of the family and altitudes, which is in excess of 7500 feet. The terrain is rough and muddy, calling for physical fitness. Although the hike is physically demanding, the beauty of the forest and surrounding scenery make the trekking worthwhile. It is recommended that you take plenty of water with you on the trek. Cameras and plenty of fast-speed film are recommended. Being a tropical rain forest, it may rain at no notice; hence, you need to bring with you waterproof clothing, including zip-lock bags for cameras and film. Others to bring include: strong hiking/walking shoes, long pants, gloves, and a raincoat. Later, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi.
Lake Bunyonyi
Full Board FB
Itambira Island Resort
Wildlife to Spot
Transfer to Kampala via the Equator Line
After breakfast, start the long drive back to Entebbe/Kampala with the memory of the great, rare mountain apes. Have lunch en route and a stopover at the Equator Line for experimentation. You'll be arriving late in the evening, at approximately 6:00 pm, to be dropped off at Entebbe International Airport; hence, you have to book an evening flight!
Equator Point Uganda
Half Board HB
What's Included
Included
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour •
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees