4 Days Gorilla Trekking

4 days—Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

$1560-2045 USD

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Safari summary

Located amidst magnificent forests in the extreme end of Southwest Uganda, across the steep escarpments of the western rift valley, in Bwindi is the only park in the world that is famous for harboring half of the world’s endangered gorillas. There are now only 1000 left in the world! It is worthwhile for you to encounter one group of habituated gorillas believed to be the origin of mankind; the hottest attraction in Uganda today! The forest is also a habitat for over 90 species of mammals, other primates, and 346 species of birdlife of which 90% of Albertine rift endemic to East Africa. Evening performances by local communities around Buhoma is worthwhile to see or a cultural village walks to meet and interact with the local communities is optional activities to be done. If you prefer, you can relax amidst the African jungle. .

About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
Primate trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arrival to Entebbe Airport

You’ll be personally met by our company representative upon arrival at Entebbe airport, and transfer to Hotel for Meal and overnight

The Boma Hotel

Proceed to Bwindi

Bwindi Impenetrable

Our guide/driver picks you at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel. Drive to Mbarara (283km from Kampala) via Masaka. Make the first stopover at the Equator crossing for snacks and photography. Lunch break is made at Agip Motel Mbarara. After lunch, drive 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. (520km)

Ichumbi Gorilla lodge

Gorilla Trekking

Bwindi Impenetrable

Begin the day with breakfast ready for trekking, which begins at 7:30 a.m. with a briefing. 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 to 10 hours but its well worth the effort.

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge