3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari Bwindi – Overview

This 3 Days Uganda gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is an amazing Uganda gorilla safari that offers visitors a memorable trek with endangered Mountain Gorillas in Uganda amidst the green & lush of this ancient forest.

This 3 days Uganda gorilla tour starts and ends in Kampala, the country’s capital and it also offers also see a number of forest birds, flora, primates, and butterflies, a wonderful visit to Lake Bunyonyi to see communities and magical scenic views of Uganda.

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari Bwindi – Highlights

• Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Bwindi.
• Day 2: Gorilla tracking in the mist & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi.
• Day 3: Return to Kampala.

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari Bwindi – Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Bwindi – The Home of Half of The World’s Surviving Mountain Gorillas

After breakfast, take a southwestward drive for 8 – 10 hours journey to Bwindi National park. Make a stop at the equator crossing at Kayabwe for photo shooting and water tests.

Have Lunch en route at Igongo cultural center 12 km before Mbarara town. Proceed with your journey to Bwindi amidst the scenic offerings of Kabale highlands- the Switzer land of Africa.

Accommodation at Gorilla Forest Camp (Up market/ Luxury), Silverback Lodge (Midrange/standard) or Buhoma community bandas (Budget/ basic).

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in The Mist & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Wake up early in the morning for a warm cup of coffee before you gather at the park headquarters to be briefed on how to track gorillas at 08:00 hours.

Embark on the gorilla tracking/trekking expedition in the forest of Bwindi which can stretch between 2 – 8 hours. Have one hour encounter with them before descending down the rugged terrain of Bwindi.

Do not forget to carry your packed lunch as the activity could stretch longer than expected. After tracking the Mountain Gorillas, you will drive to Lake Bunyonyi for a wonderful visit to the second deepest in Africa (Lake Bunyonyi) to see unique communities and magical scenic views of Uganda and sun downer on one of the highest hills in this area with amazing views.

Accommodation at your lodge.

Day 3: Return to Kampala

After breakfast, embark on your return journey to Kampala. Lunch en route at Igongo cultural center. Make a stop at Mpambire drum-making village to witness local craft skills. Arrive in Kampala in the evening.

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Getting There