3 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

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Gorilla Trekking
3 Days / 2 Nights Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Moderate Private & tailor-made

Overview

This is a famous private gorilla trekking safari which will be in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Along the way there is a lot of beautiful scenery. You will enjoy comfortable accommodation and a comfortable 4x4 safari car with a pop-up roof.

This safari will help you tick gorilla trekking off your bucket list. Choose the scenic drive from Kampala or Entebbe, or a short scheduled flight to make the most of your time.

Safari Highlights

  • Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • One hour with a habituated mountain gorilla family
  • The most scenic drive in Africa, or a 1 hr 50 min scheduled flight
  • Lakeside stay at Mutanda Lake Resort or Lake Mulehe Resort
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

Day-by-day Itinerary

  1. Day1

    Transfer to Bwindi

    Our driver will pick you up from an agreed location in Kampala or Entebbe - most likely the hotel of your choice - and transfer you to Bwindi by road, with the most scenic drive you can have in Africa, or by air. Arrive at the lodge in time for relaxation, dinner and overnight.

    Drive time
    8-9 hours (Kampala to Bwindi area) or 1 hr 50 min on a scheduled flight
    Accommodation
    Mutanda Lake Resort or Lake Mulehe Resort
    Meals
    Dinner
  2. Day2

    Gorilla trekking in Bwindi

    Quick breakfast, then drive to the briefing point for gorilla tracking in Bwindi. It's a lifetime experience in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Drive back to the hotel for celebration, relaxation, dinner and overnight.

    Drive time
    1 hour
    Activity time
    4-8 hours (gorilla tracking)
    Accommodation
    Mutanda Lake Resort or Lake Mulehe Resort
    Meals
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  3. Day3

    Return to Kampala / Entebbe

    Breakfast at leisure, then transfer back to Kampala by road with the most scenic drive you can have in Africa, or by air, for your drop-off at an agreed location. End of safari.

    Drive time
    8-9 hours (Bwindi area to Kampala) or 1 hr 50 min on a scheduled flight
    Meals
    Breakfast

What's Included

Price includes

  • Accommodation in preferred room
  • 4x4 safari car with fuel
  • English-speaking driver guide
  • Park entry fees where applicable
  • Activities as per the itinerary
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Gorilla permit
  • Bottled drinking water while on safari

Price does not include

  • Visa fees
  • International flights
  • Tips to staff, driver and hotel staff

Accommodation

  • Mutanda Lake Resort (upper mid-range to luxury)
  • Lake Mulehe Resort

Lodges are subject to availability at the time of booking; we'll confirm or offer a comparable alternative.

Good to Know

  • Gorilla permits are limited and sell out in peak season - book early so we can secure your date.
  • The trek can take 4-8 hours depending on where the gorilla family is; moderate fitness is recommended.
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