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3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

Uganda Safaris

3 Days / 2 Nights

$1,680 / Group of 6 Per Person

This classic 3 Days Gorilla Trekking Safari Itinerary is the most popular short primate safari for travelers seeking a direct, high-impact wildlife encounter. Perfect for weekend getaways or extensions to larger East African trips, this route maximizes your time in Uganda’s pristine wild spaces.

Led by your private Topma Safaris guide in a comfortable, custom 4×4 vehicle, you will travel from Kampala to the ancient valleys of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site protects nearly half of the world’s remaining endangered mountain gorillas. Your trek through the dense, misty rainforest promises an emotional, up-close connection with a habituated gorilla family that will remain etched in your memory forever.

Safari Highlights

Guaranteed Mountain Gorilla Tracking Permit in Bwindi Forest
Expert Local Guide & Customized 4x4 Private Safari Vehicle
Memorable Equator Crossing Stop with Fun Geography Demos
Drive through Scenic Kigezi Highlands (Switzerland of Africa)
Handpicked Lodges offering Budget, Mid-range, and Luxury Stays

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via the Equator

Your safari adventure begins at 7:00 AM as your dedicated driver-guide picks you up from your hotel, residence, or airport in Kampala or Entebbe. Board your private 4x4 safari vehicle and start your southwest journey towards Bwindi. After about 2 hours of driving, pull over at the Kayabwe Equator line for a brief stretch, geographical water experiments, and a scenic photo session at the center of the world. Continue traversing the scenic plains of Buganda and the rolling highlands of Ankole. After a hot lunch stop along the route, enjoy the final winding drive up into the spectacular terraced hills of Kigezi, arriving at your Bwindi lodge in the late afternoon. Spend your evening checking in, relaxing, and enjoying a peaceful dinner surrounded by the whispers of the jungle. Accommodation Options: • Budget: Buhoma Community Haven Camp / Gorilla Valley Lodge • Mid-Range: Buhoma Haven Lodge / Gorilla Mist Lodge • Luxury: Buhoma Lodge / Chameleon Hill Lodge

The Thrilling Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience

Wake up early to the calls of the forest, enjoy a hearty breakfast, and head to the park headquarters with your packed lunch. Meet your fellow trekkers and local Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) ranger guides for an informative safety briefing. You will be assigned to a specific gorilla family of 8 visitors max based on hiking capabilities. Accompanied by armed rangers and trackers, dive deep into the tangled undergrowth of the ancient rainforest. The hike can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours as trackers follow signs from the night nests. When you finally find them, all fatigue vanishes. Spend one full, unforgettable hour sitting just meters away from the gentle giants as they lounge, play, and feed. Walk back to receive your personalized tracking certificate, followed by a relaxing evening and dinner at your lodge. Accommodation Options: • Budget: Buhoma Community Haven Camp / Gorilla Valley Lodge • Mid-Range: Buhoma Haven Lodge / Gorilla Mist Lodge • Luxury: Four Gorillas Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Chameleon Hill Lodge

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest back to Kampala or Entebbe

Savor your final breakfast in Bwindi before setting out for your scenic road trip back to Kampala. The return drive offers fresh, beautiful vantage points of the mist rising off the Kigezi highlands and the sprawling Ugandan countryside. Enjoy a hot lunch en route in Mbarara or Masaka. You will arrive back in Kampala or Entebbe in the early evening, where your guide will drop you off at your preferred hotel, residence, or transfer you directly to Entebbe International Airport for your evening flight home.

What's Included & Excluded

Included

One official Mountain Gorilla Tracking permit per person (Bwindi Impenetrable Forest)
Comfortable transport in a clean, custom 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up viewing roof
Professional services of a knowledgeable, licensed English-speaking local guide
Full board accommodation and meals as indicated in the itinerary plan
All national park entrance fees, local conservation taxes, and administrative permits
Bottled mineral drinking water provided inside the vehicle daily
Return hotel or airport drop-off transfers in Kampala or Entebbe

Not Included

International flights and corresponding airport taxes
Uganda tourist entry visas (best applied for online prior to arrival)
Pre-tour and post-tour accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe
Personal items (such as laundry services, telephone calls, and travel insurance)
Sodas, juices, and premium alcoholic beverages
Tips and gratitude bonuses for your driver-guide, forest rangers, and lodge staff
Any un-indicated custom additions to the daily routing

Enquire About This Safari

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

Safari Highlights

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via the Equator

The Thrilling Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest back to Kampala or Entebbe

What's Included & Excluded

Included

Not Included

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