Track mountain gorillas on foot in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Gorilla trekking safari in Uganda
Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Ideal for solo travellers, couples and small groups
Designed for nature lovers, adventurers and wildlife enthusiasts
Gorilla trekking in Uganda's Bwindi National Park
Close encounters with some of Uganda's most iconic wildlife
Enjoy local hospitality and immersive cultural interactions
Your journey at a glance
Explore mist-covered mountain slopes in search of enchanted moments spend watching the intricate interaction of families of mountain gorilla.
Encounter these fascinating primates in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Track the groups of mountain gorilla that live protected by this dense network of vines and shrubs, rewarded by exhilarating moments as you get to view their complex social structure at work. Traverse dense thickets and bamboo forests that extend over a series of steep ridges and marvel at the ecological uniqueness and natural beauty of this secluded mountain haven.
1 night Entebbe | 3 nights Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
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A taste of what to expect…
Day 1 | Arrival
Entebbe
No.5 Boutique Hotel
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport in Kampala, Uganda’s capital city, you will be met by an &Beyond representative and be driven by private vehicle to No. 5 Boutique Hotel. It is here you will spend the night.
Uganda’s steady economic growth is visible on the modern streets of Kampala, the country’s eclectic capital, with its melting-pot of restaurants, entertainment venues and upmarket hotels. Located on the wetlands that once made up the favourite hunting grounds of King Mutesa I, the city is famed for its seven beautiful hills. It is also home to the palace of the King of the 13th century kingdom of Buganda, as well as magnificent tombs, mosques and cathedrals. The vibrant little town of Entebbe links the capital to the international airport on the shores of Lake Victoria. Boasting a selection of small, comfortable accommodations and a tranquil, friendly atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to stop over en route to or from a Ugandan safari.
Day 2 to 4
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
After breakfast, you will be collected from No.5 Boutique Hotel and driven to Entebbe International Airport for your flight to Kisoro Airstrip where you will be transferred on a vehicle to Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge. This is where you will be staying for the next two nights.
Day 5
Entebbe
After a scrumptious breakfast you will be transferred from Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge and driven to Kisoro Airstrip in time for your scheduled flight to Entebbe International Airport for your onward arrangements.
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Rates
Please keep in mind that this tour can be tailormade by speaking to one of our Travel Specialists.
What's included
- Accommodation and inclusions as stipulated in the itinerary
- Scheduled flights, inclusive of airport taxes where applicable, as specified in the itinerary
- NB: Certain routings have restrictions on schedules and have minimum numbers: details will be confirmed upon booking
- All gorilla permits need to be purchased at the time of booking,
- Gorilla viewing is subject to availability of permits, which are limited; any additional gorilla permits required should be purchased when booking. Gorilla permit prices are subject to change without warning
- Conservation levy, bed levy and park fees
- Emergency Medical Evacuation Insurance
- Administration fee
What's not included
- Travel Insurance - should you be interested we can introduce you to our recommended partners
Conditions
- Rates are subject to a minimum of two guests travelling
- Single traveller supplement and child rates will be quoted on request
- The operator may reroute the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non-availability
- Validity periods are as specified above - should a booking fall over two rate periods the rate will change and we reserve the right to re-quote
- Gorilla permits as stipulated in the itinerary: Gorilla tracking is subject to the availability of permits, which are limited to eight per Gorilla family per day
- Gorilla permits cannot be held/secured/booked with the Uganda Wildlife Authority or the Rwanda Development Board in advance of payment – they are only secured once physically paid for. We can check availability of permits but we cannot hold them
- Gorilla permits are always 100% non-transferable and non-refundable.
- The rates quoted are subject to change without prior warning if there are any increases in bed levies, park fees, fuel, ROE, sales tax or VAT, third-party services or any other circumstances beyond our control in the countries featured in this quote
- &Beyond Trading Terms apply
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