Overview
Embarking on gorilla tracking in Uganda is a dream come true for wildlife enthusiasts worldwide. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park boasts being home to half of the world’s surviving mountain gorillas, offering a unique opportunity to trek and witness them in their pristine natural habitat. The journey entails navigating the dense rainforest, tracking gorilla footprints until you discover their group. Once located, you’ll have a precious hour to intimately observe these magnificent creatures in their element. While physically demanding, the experience is exceptionally gratifying, allowing you to learn about gorilla behavior and contribute to their conservation. For an unforgettable wildlife encounter, gorilla trekking in Uganda is the ultimate choice. Reserve your trip today and commence your adventure of a lifetime!
Highlights
- GORILLA TREKKING
Itinerary
Your arrival will be a warm welcome by our company representative then taken for refreshments and depending on the time of arrival, you will check-in at your hotel and then acclimatize. There is an option of going for a city tour or staying behind to relax while recovering from jet lag. Briefing about your safari is also done today. Overnight at your hotel
Get an early start for Bwindi which is about 8 hours journey from Kampala or more. You will get a stopover at the Uganda Equator which not only helps you to stretch but also to watch the Uganda Equator water experiment and also shop for souvenirs then continue to lunch en route and drive through the Switzerland of Africa, with the road winding through many hills and valleys, with distant views of the volcanoes. Arrive late afternoon and check-in. Time permitting; go for a guided nature walk in the thick forest rich in birds, butterflies, and monkeys. Alternatively, go for a short stroll around the Lodge. Overnight at Buhoma Lodge
Go gorilla tracking (subject to permit availability at time of booking), walking up steep densely forested hills before finally coming across the gorillas camouflaged in the vegetation. An inspiring moment! Tracking in Bwindi requires stamina and can often take most of the day. Overnight at Buhoma Lodge
Breakfast early then drive straight back to Kampala, with interesting stops en route and also for lunch. Arrive in Kampala for overnight rest. Mystil Hotel
The airport transfer today will be given to you by our friendly drivers at the time of your flight. If the airport transfer is late, then we shall also offer a city tour around Kampala’s famous and historical sites then drop you off at the airport in time for your flight and see you off.
Includes/Excludes
Included
- Meet and greet on arrival
- Airport and inter-hotel transfers from day 1 to the last day
- Accommodation at all the lodges and hotels mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals as shown ( HB – Dinner, Bed & Breakfast, FB-Full board-Lunch, dinner, Bed, and breakfast)
- All visits and extra meals were mentioned
- Exclusive use of 4WD safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Services of a professional and experienced English-speaking driver-guide
- Bottled mineral water in the vehicle during the tour
- All extra meals and activities mentioned in the program
- Park and activity fees
- 1 chimp permit (US$ 220 - per person)
- 1 Gorilla permit (US$ 700 - per person)
- Bwindi/Entebbe flight inclusive of taxes
- Our assistance
Excluded
- International and domestic airline tickets unless where indicated,
- Entry visa fees,
- Optional extras whilst in Uganda
- Drinks throughout the trip,
- Tips and gratuities,
- Personal expenses such as telephone calls, mini bar, porter-age, travel insurance, etc.
Other Information
A visa is required when travelling to Uganda from the United States and Canada. Currently, you must apply for it online prior to travel as you will be asked for a barcoded email upon arrival. A valid passport is mandatory and must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of expected departure from Uganda.
The best time to visit Uganda is between June and September as this is the dry season. However, temperatures are warm year-round due to its proximity to the equator.
Family visitors can view wildlife on a safari or trekking experience, enjoy a boat cruise, or complete a cultural visit. There is truly something for everyone in the family in Uganda. Adventurous travel awaits people of all ages, although you should be aware that trekking requires a certain level of physical fitness.
A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate or waiver is required for all travellers one year of age and older. The vaccination requirement is imposed by this country for protection against Yellow Fever since the principal mosquito vector Aedes aegypti is present in its territory. There are no other compulsory vaccinations required for Uganda, however, we recommend you consult with your local travel clinic for the most up-to-date recommendations, particularly in regard to malaria prophylactics.
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