4 Days Uganda Gorilla Safari
Uganda known as the pearl of Africa, has various safari adventures it offers to all travelers from all over the world. The activities include Gorilla Trekking Adventures at the vast thick forested Bwindi Impenetrable National Park situated in the South West of Uganda. The 4 Days Uganda Gorilla Safari starts at the Entebbe International Airport to Bwindi Forest National Park where you get to watch the amazing Mountain Gorillas in their natural forest habitat.
Trip Overview of the 4 Days Uganda Gorilla Safari
Day 1: Arrive and Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi Forest National Park
Day 3: Guided community walk to the Batwa Homesteads
Day 4: Departure to Entebbe Airport
Detailed Itinerary of the 4 Days Uganda Gorilla Safari
Day 1: Arrive and Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
Arrival and Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park located in the South West of Uganda close to the border of Rwanda. You transfer for a period of 8 hours with en-route views of the green terrain, bird species, lunch at Agip motel. After the lunch break, you continue to Bwindi Forest National Park. After a while, you shall reach Bwindi and go straight to check-in lodge for relaxation, Dinner and Overnight. Buhoma Lodge.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi Forest National Park
Today you get to trek the rare species of Mountain Gorillas. Have early morning breakfast then transfer to the park headquarters where you are welcomed by a park ranger guide who briefs you about the conduct around the Gorillas. You shall be informed about Bwindi Forest National Park, Mountain Gorilla Families and the Gorilla Trekking procedure in the green forest.
After the briefing session, you shall be allocated into groups of 8 with lead park ranger guides who transfer you to the starting points where you leave from to enter the green forest to trek the rare species of Mountain Gorillas. Enter the green forest to trek the Gorillas following varying trails in the forest for a period of 3 to 5 hours watching the green terrain, bird species, till you meet the Gorillas.
After a while, you shall meet the Gorillas and in an hour stay in their presence taking various photos to keep with you. Keep a distance of 7 meters off the Gorilla then with a camera that has no flash, take many photos to keep. After trekking the Gorillas, you shall transfer back to lodge for Dinner and Overnight. Buhoma Lodge.
Day 3: Guided Community Walk to the Batwa Homesteads
After the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience, you shall embark on a guided community walk to the local Batwa homesteads. You transfer with park ranger guides who informs you about Bwindi Forest National Park and the local indigenous Batwa people. On reaching the local Batwa communities, you shall engage in various adventure activities like music, Dance and Drama with the local Batwa. They will also inform you about Bwindi Forest as well as their unique traditions and customs. They will inform you about hunting, gathering and their deep connection to the forest.
After the guided community walk, you shall return back to your lodge for relaxation, Dinner and Overnight. Buhoma Lodge.
Day 4: Departure to Entebbe
Have relaxed delicious breakfast then with your belongings embark on transfer to Kampala then Entebbe International Airport to board your flight back home.
Inclusions
- Gorilla Trekking Permit
- Transport in a 4×4 wheel safari vehicle
- Ground transportation
- Fuel and driver
- Accommodation and Meals
- Gorilla Trekking Guide and Ranger
- Park Entrance Fees
- Additional extra Activities
- Local Government Taxes and Service Charges
Exclusions
- International Flights
- Visa Fees
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses, Souvenirs, gifts.
- Tips and Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Additional Activities
- Optional Domestic Flights
- Medical/ Vaccination Expenses