3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda

Overview

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with our 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda, an unforgettable journey into the misty jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to over half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers breathtaking encounters with nature, spectacular scenery, and rich biodiversity.

Located in southwestern Uganda, Bwindi covers 321 km² of pristine rainforest, ranging from 1,160 to 2,607 meters above sea level. Here, you’ll have the rare privilege to track a habituated gorilla family and spend one magical hour in their company — an experience you’ll treasure forever.

For those who wish to explore more, nearby Mgahinga Gorilla National Park offers a chance to track the Nyakagezi gorilla family and enjoy scenic hikes on the volcanic slopes of Mount Gahinga, Mount Sabyinyo, and Mount Muhabura, or even trek golden monkeys.

This carefully designed 3-day gorilla trekking safari blends adventure, comfort, and affordability. From equator stopovers to the lush highlands of Kigezi, you’ll witness Uganda’s natural beauty, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality every step of the way.

  •  3 Days
  • Age 15+
  • Bwindi

 

 

3 Days Gorilla Trekking Safari Itinerary

 

Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Bwindi via the Equator Line


Your driver-guide will pick you up early from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe for a scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You’ll stop at the Uganda Equator Line for memorable photos and a quick geography experience before proceeding westward with lunch en route.
Arrive in the evening, check into your lodge, relax, and prepare for your gorilla trek the next day.

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Buhoma Lodge / Chameleon Hill Lodge

  • Midrange: Buhoma Haven Lodge / Gorilla Mist Lodge

 

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest

 

After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing about gorilla trekking rules and allocation of groups (maximum 8 people per gorilla family). The trek can last between 2–6 hours depending on the gorillas’ location.
Once you encounter these gentle giants, you’ll spend up to one unforgettable hour observing and photographing them in their natural habitat.
Afterward, return to the park offices for your gorilla trekking certificate and relax at your lodge for the evening.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Four Gorillas Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Chameleon Hill Lodge

  • Midrange: Buhoma Haven Lodge / Gorilla Mist Lodge

 

Day 3: Return to Kampala or Entebbe

 

Enjoy breakfast before beginning your scenic drive back to Kampala or Entebbe. The journey offers beautiful views of the Kigezi Highlands and Ankole cattle plains. Lunch is served en route, arriving in the evening.
If your flight is the same day, we can transfer you directly to the airport.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Safari Inclusions

  • Gorilla trekking permit

  • Park entrance fees and government taxes

  • Accommodation and meals as per itinerary

  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide

  • 4×4 safari vehicle with fuel

  • Bottled drinking water

 

Safari Exclusions

 

  • International flights & visas

  • Tips and personal expenses

  • Alcoholic drinks

  • Optional activities not listed in itinerary

  • Any changes to the itinerary

 

Safari Price Estimate

 

The 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari starts from $1,400 per person (based on 6 people sharing). Prices vary depending on travel month, accommodation choice, and group size.

Book this once-in-a-lifetime adventure and enjoy affordable luxury without compromising on quality, comfort, or safety.