3 Day Uganda Gorilla Safari

A Gorilla Safari that will take you to Bwindi, located amidst magnificent forests in the extreme end of South west Uganda, across the steep escarpments of the western rift valley. Bwindi impenetrable forest is the only park in the world which is famous for harbouring half of the world’s endangered gorillas.
The evening Cultural performances by local communities around Buhoma is worthwhile to see or you can opt for a cultural village walk to meet and interact with the local communities.
You will also enjoy some souvenir shopping at the Equator line which has a number of craft shops & restaurants.


Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Stop At: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Western Region
Our guide/driver picks you up at 8:00am from your hotel or residence. Drive to Mbarara (283km from Kampala) via Masaka. Make a first stop over at the Equator crossing for snacks and photography.
Lunch break is made at Regency Hotel or Agip Motel Mbarara. After lunch, drive to Kabale and proceed to Bwindi.
This is the lushest highland rain forest on Earth, filled with primates and exotic birds, valleys, hilltops and papyrus swamps. The afternoon is spent on a foot safari around the local communities living around the park.

Duration: 9 hours

Stop At: Uganda Equator, Masaka Road, Kayabwe Uganda
Stop by the Uganda equator for photos and sightseeing
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at Bakiga Lodge

Day 2: Gorilla Safari in Bwindi

Stop At: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Western Region
Begin the day with breakfast ready for Gorilla Trekking, which begins at 8:00am with a briefing from the UWA staff. Ensure to carry along with you a rain jacket, drinking water, snacks, jungle boots etc. The guides will lead you inside the jungle to see the shy Primate group you have been booked for.
Do not forget to take your lunch boxes and all the necessary gear to track the rare Mountain Gorilla, perhaps one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The tracking may take between 2 and 6 hours depending on where the Gorilla’s are located but its well worth the effort.

Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Bakiga Lodge

Day 3: Bwindi to Kampala / Entebbe Airport

Stop At: Entebbe, Entebbe, Central Region
Return to Kampala then proceed to Entebbe airport, with lunch en-route and stop over at the Equator on Masaka Road, before proceeding. We aim tto reach early evening in Entebbe
Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch
What to bring on your Gorilla Safari: 1. Wear comfortable hiking shoes suitable for steep muddy slopes. 2. Carry a packed lunch and enough drinking water. 3. Carry rain gear, sunscreen lotion, a hat (as the weather is unpredictable) and insect repellent.

Duration: 10 hours

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 06:00 AM
Duração: 3 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered

Airports

• Entebbe Airport, Entebbe Uganda

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

Incluído

• Gorilla Permit
• All transportation on tour
• Bottled water
• 2x Breakfast
• 2x Dinner
• 3x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 2 nights

Não Incluído

• Porter fees, tips and gratuities

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