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3 Days Gorilla Special Uganda

Gorilla Tours Uganda, Colville Street, Kampala, Uganda
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Duration

3days 2 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

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Embark on the ultimate wildlife encounter on our 3-Day Gorilla Special. This immersive journey takes you deep into the emerald heart of Southwest Uganda for a life-changing rendezvous with the majestic mountain gorillas. Spend an unforgettable hour in the presence of a habituated gorilla family in the legendary Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Traverse through stunning afromontane forests, a biodiversity hotspot teeming with life, for what is often described as the most profound wildlife experience on Earth.

Highlights

  • An Hour with the Mountain Gorillas: Enjoy a privileged 60 minutes observing, photographing, and being in the presence of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Watch them interact, feed, and play just meters away from you.
  • Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi: Experience the raw adventure of trekking through the ancient, mist-covered "Impenetrable Forest." The journey itself, through dense vines and stunning landscapes, is an integral part of the experience.
  • Explore Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: Discover a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its exceptional biodiversity, including numerous primate species, forest elephants, and hundreds of bird species.
  • Cultural Immersion (Optional): Opportunity to visit a local community bordering the park, such as the Batwa pygmies, to learn about their ancient forest culture and traditions.

Day1: To Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Early morning after breakfast at 7.00 am the driver will pick you from the guesthouse and then leave for the South West of Uganda. The first part takes us through central Uganda. They will have Lunch in Mbarara at the famous Igongo Culture Centre and from here we will continue the journey through Rukugiri District passing villages, cultivated farms, hills before you reach in Buhoma Bwindi. Check in at Lodge, dinner and overnight at their booked Lodge. Driving time: ± 9 hours

Day 2: Gorilla Tracking

The day of Gorilla tracking. At 7:45 am they will be at the starting point of Bwindi Impenetrable NP for pre-briefing and at 8:30 they will start the trek, after finding the gorillas they will spend with maximum 1 hour. All visitors are expected back to the starting point by 7:00 P:M. The walks can take 3-9 hours depending on where you find the gorillas. It is a real hiking and being physically fit is recommended.

Day 3; Entebbe

After breakfast, the last part of the journey will bring us back to Kampala. We will stop in Mbarara for Lunch and then continue, after Masaka town we will stop at the Equator for Tea/Coffee break and buying souvenirs. We will bring you back to Hotel of your choice in Kampala for overnight. If you are continuing your journey somewhere else or back home, we will bring you to the airport for check in after refreshing from our guesthouse. Driving time: ± 9 hours

  • Gorilla Permits: The cost of one gorilla trekking permit per person (a significant portion of the tour cost).
  • Park Fees: All national park entry fees as per the itinerary.
  • Accommodation: Two (2) nights of lodging as specified (e.g., Lodge or Camp).
  • Meals: Full board basis (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners).
  • Transport: Ground transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle from the meeting point and for the duration of the tour.
  • Services: Professional, English-speaking driver/guide.
  • Water: Complimentary bottled drinking water in the vehicle during transit.
  • International Flights: Airfare to and from Uganda.
  • Visa Fees: Uganda tourist visa costs.
  • Travel Insurance: Comprehensive insurance, including medical evacuation and trip cancellation, is mandatory.
  • Tips & Gratuities: Tips for your guide, driver, and lodge staff.
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, drinks from the bar (e.g., sodas, beer, wine), laundry, etc.
  • Pre/Post-Tour Accommodation: Hotel nights before the tour starts or after it ends.
  • Optional Activities: Any activities not mentioned in the included section, such as community visits, forest walks, or bird watching beyond the gorilla trek.

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Gorilla Tours Uganda, Colville Street, Kampala, Uganda

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