Summary of this 4 day Bwindi National Park Gorilla Trek
- Accommodation: Tented accommodation
- Activities: Gorilla trekking, cultural tours
- Destinations: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
What you can expect from the 4 day Bwindi National Park Gorilla Trek
Escape to Bwindi National Park which is part of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, for a 4 day African gorilla safari that will surpass your wildest imagination. Slumber at an UNESCO World Heritage Site, amongst wild beasts and small bush roamers. Enjoy bush breakfasts, gourmet lunches and dinners whilst you enjoy the exquisite views of the rainforest.
Spend the day tracking wild mountain gorillas with a professional guide. Discover the secret hideouts of these magnificent beasts and feel the thrill as you come into close encounters with them. Visit the local community to discover the rich heritage of the Batwa Tribe, and see how they go about their daily lives.
Bwindi Gorilla Tour Uganda Highlights
- Visit an ethereal ancient forest set in a dramatic landscape of volcanoes and mountains
- A spectacular location for gorilla family sightings
- Track mountain gorillas on exhilarating hikes through the impenetrable forest
- Bwindi Impenetrable Forest has a number of habituated gorilla groups where you can observe giant silverback gorillas up close and in the wild
- A chance to interact with the local Batwa Pygmies on a community visit
- Enjoy a tranquil stay in an UNESCO World Heritage Site - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Uganda’s most ancient forest, with its diverse habitats is also home to a vast number of bird species
Day 1: Entebbe - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
Soak up the peaceful environment and relax after your travels as you prepare yourself for the adventures and memories to be made over the next few days. Take delight in an al fresco lunch, whilst seated on a raised platform overlooking the rainforest.
Enjoy the ambience and scenery, Bwindi is home to a diversity of bird, butterfly and monkey species that may be spotted from the lodge.
On day 3 you will spend the day interacting with the local Batwa Tribe, and learn all about their unique culture and customs. Be sure to pack your stamina, for the walk to the village is 3 hours. Spend an hour with the Batwa and experience a musical performance.
Enjoy a live hunting and gathering demonstration and an opportunity to see how this, the oldest tribe known of the Great Lakes region of Central Africa, live before setting off on a two hour hike back to camp. Once back at the camp, put your feet up and relish a well deserved drink and canapés around a roaring fire.
Day 2 - 3: Excting Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
When you finally spot these rare Mountain Gorillas, you can spend up to one hour with them before making your way back to camp. On occasion the resident gorillas have been known to visit the camp, so you may be lucky enough to spot more gorilla as well as admire the stunning views from the private viewing deck.
Day 4: Farewell to the Forest - Onwards to Entebbe
A road transfer to the airstrip, meandering through the forest will take you to the light aircraft, where you will meet your onward travel arrangements.
Included
- Return flights from Entebbe Airport to Kihihi Airport
- Shared road transfers to and from airports
- Entrance and conservation fees for all reserves as per itinerary
- Gorilla permit as per itinerary
- Three nights accommodation in a luxury safari lodge
- All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner as per itinerary
- Local beverages including teas/coffees, soft drinks, local brand beers, local spirits and house wines
- Community walk
- Guided gorilla trek
- Batwa Pygmy Tribe Experience
- Laundry services
- All meet and greet services
Not Included
- Visas and related costs
- Personal Border Taxes
- Champagne, cellar wines and premium drinks, tips, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature
- International flights and arrival and departure taxes
- Meals not listed on the itinerary
- Travel and personal accident insurance
- Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary
