Track mountain gorillas on foot in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Gorilla trekking safari in Uganda
Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Adventure
Tracking
Wildlife
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 World Heritage Site known as the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
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
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A taste of what to expect…
Day 1: Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport you will be met by an andBeyond representative and be driven by private vehicle to Hotel No 5.
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 2-5: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Take a scheduled flight from Entebbe Airport to Bwindi.
- Trek into the forest to spend time with a Mountain gorilla family of Bwindi. Roughly half of the world’s total gorilla population live in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- The walking can sometimes be tough and long, but when you catch a glimpse of a magnificent silverback and his family, your journey will be well worth the effort. When sighted, visitors will be guided to within six meters of the gorillas. You are allowed an hour with the gorillas before returning to the base station.
- Grab your birding guide and binoculars for a fantastic birdwatching foray through the ancient rainforest. The park is home to an impressive 350 species, of which many you will delight in ticking off your list on this 2-3 hour excursion that is hosted by a knowledgeable guide.
- Take a 3-hour journey of discovery,along a winding trail framed by exotic, emerald vegetation, to witness the sparkling spectacle of the Munyaga Waterfall.
- Strap on your hiking boots for this full-day adventure as it kick-starts with a 3-hour hike through the forest to a Batwa settlement. Known as the “Keepers of the Forest” the enchanting Batwa pygmies of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are a hunter-gatherer tribe that has lived side-by-side with the wildlife of this ancient park for thousands of years.
- At this Batwa homestead observe how the women prepare, cook and serve a meal. Engage with medicine men and learn about the medicinal properties of the lush forest flora.
Day 5: Entebbe
After a scrumptious breakfast you will be transferred to the airstrip for your scheduled light aircraft flight to Entebbe. Upon arrival in Entebbe Airport you will be transferred to your international flight.
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Rates
Per person sharing for 5 days
What's included
- Accommodation and inclusions as stipulated in the itinerary
- Scheduled flights, inclusive of airport taxes where applicable, as specified in the itinerary
- One gorilla permit
- 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 availability of permits, which are limited to 8 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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