Uganda Flying Gorilla

4 Days Uganda Flying Gorilla Trek to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

$3100-4500 USD

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Safari summary

Discover the magic of Uganda's mountain gorillas with the 4 Days Flying Gorilla Trek to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park—an exclusive fly-in safari designed for those seeking intimacy with nature's gentle giants. Your journey commences at Entebbe International Airport, where a domestic flight whisks you westward, soaring above verdant hills, crater lakes, and winding rivers before descending toward the Virunga foothills.

You'll touch down at Kisoro Airstrip, your gateway to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This ancient forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, cloaks steep ridges in mist and mystery—home to nearly half the world's remaining mountain gorillas. Here, experienced guides lead you into the heart of their realm, where every step through dense foliage builds anticipation.

Then comes the moment you traveled for: encountering a mountain gorilla family in their natural habitat. For one unforgettable hour, you'll observe these magnificent creatures going about their daily lives—silverbacks watching protectively, mothers cradling newborns, juveniles tumbling through the undergrowth. It is a profound, moving experience that transcends words and leaves an indelible mark on the soul.

Each evening, return to your luxurious lodge perched on the forested slopes, where gourmet dining and warm hospitality provide the perfect complement to your days of adventure. Your return flight to Entebbe offers a final aerial farewell to Uganda's breathtaking landscapes, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Primate trekking
Activity level Moderate activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Internal flights
  • Meals
  • Park fees
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • International flights
  • Spa treatments
  • Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVAL

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will clear immigration and proceed to the arrivals hall, where you will be warmly greeted by your professional driver-guide. He will then escort you to your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay, allowing you to unwind and prepare for the extraordinary gorilla trekking adventure that awaits in Bwindi.

Accommodation: Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe

Day 2: DOMESTIC FLIGHT FROM ENTEBE

Your adventure takes flight this morning. After an early breakfast at your hotel, you'll transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your domestic flight westward. As the aircraft lifts off, watch Uganda's "Pearl of Africa" tapestry unfold below—patchwork hills, winding rivers, and eventually the ancient, forested ridges of the Albertine Rift. Touching down at Kisoro Airstrip, you'll step out into the crisp mountain air and meet your driver-guide, who

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

Day 3: GORILLA TREKKING

After an early breakfast, you will make your way to the park headquarters for a comprehensive briefing by experienced guides. Here, you'll learn about trekking etiquette and receive your assigned gorilla family before setting off to the trailhead—the threshold of the Impenetrable Forest. Venturing into Bwindi's ancient, mist-cloaked rainforest, you embark on the highlight of your safari: tracking the majestic mountain gorillas. The trek can take anywhere from two to six hours,

Clouds Mount. Gorilla Lodge

Day 4: DEPARTURE

After breakfast at your lodge, you will check out and begin your journey homeward, transferring to Kisoro Airstrip for your domestic flight to Entebbe. As the aircraft lifts off and Bwindi's misty forests recede beneath you, take one last moment to reflect on the extraordinary encounters of the past days—the gentle giants, the ancient forest, the indelible memories forged in Uganda's wilderness. Upon landing at Entebbe International Airport,

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