Bwindi Gorilla Safari

3 days—A Gorilla Safari that will take you to Bwindi, located amidst magnificent forests in the extreme end of South west Uganda.

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$1350 USD

Safari summary

A Gorilla Safari that will take you to Bwindi, located amidst magnificent forests in the extreme end of South west Uganda, across the steep escarpments of the western rift valley. Bwindi impenetrable forest is the only park in the world which is famous for harboring half of the world’s endangered gorillas. The evening Cultural performances by local communities around Buhoma is worthwhile to see or you can opt for a cultural village walk to meet and interact with the local communities. You will also enjoy some souvenir shopping at the Equator line which has a number of craft shops & restaurants.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Primate trekking
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	January, February, June, July, August, September, December
	Countries	Uganda
	Parks	Bwindi Impenetrable

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Bwindi impenetrable forest This Gorilla Safari begins and ends from Kampala or Entebbe, Our guide/driver picks you at 8:00 am from your hotel or residence. Drive to Mbarara (283km from Kampala) via Masaka. Make a first stop over at Equator crossing for snacks and photography. Lunch break is made at Regency Hotel or Agip Motel Mbarara. After lunch, drive to Kabale and proceed to Bwindi. This is the lushest highland rain forest on earth, filled with primates and exotic birds, valleys, hilltops and papyrus swamps. The afternoon is spent on a foot safari around the local communities living around the park. Accommodation at Bunyonyi Overland Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 2

Day 2: Gorilla Safari in Bwindi. Begin the day with breakfast ready for Gorilla Trekking, which begins at 8:00 am with a briefing from the UWA staff. Ensure to carry along with you rain jacket, drinking water, snacks, jungle boots etc. The guides will lead you inside the jungle to see the shy Primates for a group you have been booked for. Do not forget to take your lunch boxes and all the necessary gear to track the rare Mountain Gorilla, perhaps one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The tracking may take between 2 and 6 hours but its well worth the effort. Accommodation at Bunyonyi Overland Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3

Day 3: Bwindi back to Kampala / Entebbe Airport Today marks the end of your 3 day Gorilla Safari. We will journey back to Kampala then proceed to Entebbe airport, with lunch en-route and stop over at the Equator on masaka road, before your evening departure, back home. Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch End of tour

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