3 Days Budget Gorilla trekking Safari
Highlights
- Gorilla Trekking Safari experience
- Batwa Cultural experience
- Community Nature Walks
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our 3-day budget gorilla trekking safari to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, tailored for groups of six travelers. Nestled in the heart of Uganda, Bwindi is renowned for its rich biodiversity and is home to nearly half of the world's endangered mountain gorilla population. This immersive safari experience offers a rare opportunity to encounter these majestic creatures in their natural habitat, as well as explore the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of the park. With comfortable accommodations, expert guides, and an itinerary designed to maximize your chances of gorilla sightings, this budget-friendly safari promises an authentic and unforgettable journey into the heart of Africa's wilderness.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, located in southwestern Uganda, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its remarkable mountain gorilla population. A 3-day gorilla trekking safari in this park offers an unforgettable wildlife experience. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what to expect during this adventure.
- Day 1 - Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Arrive Day Before the Trip: Arrive Entebbe International Airport on a very early morning flight or day before on a night flight and you will be picked by our company representative or driver/guide then get to stay at Kampala Serena Hotel (luxury), Cassia Lodge/Hotel Africana (mid-range), Airport Guest House/Emmaus Guest House (Budget)
Meal Plan: Lunch & DinnerDay 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Our driver/guide will pick you from your overnight hotel at about 8:45am to embark on the drive to Bwindi via Mbarara with a stopover at the Equator crossing for photography. Continue to make another stop for early lunch at Agip Motel’s restaurant. Thereafter head to Uganda’s impenetrable forest filled with primates and many exotic birds. Dinner and overnight stay at Ride 4 a woman or Buhoma Community Banda’s (Budget facility)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner - Day 2 - Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today is dedicated to Gorilla tracking which begins at 8:00 am with a briefing from the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Please bring with you a rain jacket, long pants drinking water, snacks, good comfortable hiking shoes/boots, sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent to enhance your experience. The guides will lead your way into the jungle in search of these shy Primates in the group you have been booked for. Do not forget to take your lunch boxes and all the necessary gear to track the rare Mountain Gorillas which is perhaps one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. Gorilla tours usually involve tracking for about 2 to 8 hours sometimes under a heavy rain down-pour but all the same a worthwhile experience. If time allows, on return from the jungle you will go for a village Walk/community visit for a great opportunity to see how the indigenous people live. This delightful moment in Bwindi takes you to learn and take time to appreciate the life of the local people. Dinner and overnight stay at Ride for a woman or Buhoma Community Banda’s (Budget facility)
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner - Day 3 - Transfer to Kampala/Entebbe Airport
After your morning breakfast, drive back to Entebbe with a lunch stopover you will continue to be dropped off at the airport and fly home.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
End of Safari
- Gorilla permits
- Community Nature walk
- English speaking driver/guide
- Pop up Extended land cruiser
- Enroute meals during travel
- Accommodation (full-board). Around Kampala and in Bwindi
- Company Mark up
- All Taxes
- Bottled water during travel and trekking
- Ranger during gorilla trekking
- All ground transportation during the trip with fuel.
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
- Batwa Cultural Experience
- Visa
- Flight
- Personal items
- Passport