This trip is an excellent add-on to your Kenyan safari, offering a chance to explore the majestic Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and its endangered mountain gorillas. Travel by road from Entebbe through Uganda’s picturesque landscapes and villages.
| Important Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Gorilla Permits | $600 per person, per trek (non-refundable and non-changeable once confirmed). | |
| Permit Requirements | Accurate passport details, including passport numbers, are mandatory for permit issuance. | |
| Accommodation Options | Lodges and hotels are available to suit various budgets. | |
| Overview | This journey offers an unmatched opportunity to witness one of the world’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters while experiencing Uganda’s breathtaking natural beauty. | |
| Pricing Details for Your Gorilla Trekking Adventure | |
|---|---|
| Cost | Based on two people traveling during the low season. |
| Customization | This itinerary is fully customizable, with various accommodation options available to suit your preferences. |
| Gorilla Trekking Permits | Not included in the base cost. Price: $600 per person, per trek (Uganda). |
| Inclusions | |
|---|---|
| Transfers | All transfers during the trip. |
| Domestic Flights | Scheduled domestic flights, including airport fees and taxes. |
| Transportation | Travel in a 4×4 vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide. |
| Meals and Accommodation | As specified in the itinerary. |
| Park Fees and Taxes | All park entry fees and government taxes. |
| Activities | Guided experiences and activities as indicated in the itinerary. |
| Gorilla Permits | Can be included at the additional cost mentioned above. |
| Exclusions | |
|---|---|
| Visas and International Flights | Not included in the package. |
| Airport Taxes | Payable directly by clients if not included in the flight ticket. |
| Gratuities | Tips for driver-guides, dining staff, and porters. |
| Drinks and Laundry | Unless specified. |
| Personal Travel Insurance | Including baggage and medical coverage. |
| Personal Expenses | Telephone bills, additional activities, or any other items not mentioned. |
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Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, complete customs and immigration formalities. You will be met by our representative outside the baggage hall and transferred to your hotel for the evening.
• Overnight: Entebbe/Kampala hotel
• Basis: Bed and breakfast
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Day 2: Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After an early breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest on a scenic full-day drive (approx. 9–10 hours).
As you leave the Lake Victoria basin, you’ll pass through Ugandan villages and lush agricultural countryside where locals cultivate millet, sorghum, beans, and maize. Travel through the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains (Mountains of the Moon) and lush tea plantations in Kyanjojo before reaching Bwindi.
After check-in at your lodge and time to freshen up, enjoy dinner.
• Overnight: Bwindi lodge
• Basis: Full board (includes all meals)
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Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by experienced guides. You will be assigned a gorilla family group and start your trek into the dense forest.
The trek can take anywhere from 1 to 6 hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family. Terrain can be challenging, with elevations exceeding 7,500 feet, but the experience is unparalleled.
Once the gorillas are located, you’ll have an unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. Afterward, enjoy a packed picnic lunch before returning to your lodge for a late lunch and some leisure time. Dinner will be served at your lodge.
• Overnight: Bwindi lodge
• Basis: Full board (excludes drinks and laundry)
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Day 4: Bwindi to Entebbe
After breakfast, begin the journey back to Entebbe. This full-day drive (approx. 9–10 hours) takes you through the stunning Ugandan countryside. You will arrive in the evening and check into your hotel for the night.
• Overnight: Entebbe hotel
• Basis: Bed and breakfast
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Day 5: Departure from Entebbe
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before being transferred to Entebbe International Airport to connect with your departure flight.
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Important Notes Gorilla Permits Non-refundable and non-changeable
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