4 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari from Entebbe Uganda
4 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari from Entebbe Uganda
This 4 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari from Entebbe is a short yet immersive Uganda wildlife experience designed for travelers seeking an unforgettable encounter with mountain gorillas. The journey begins with your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, followed by a comfortable transfer to Kampala for an overnight stay on a bed-and-breakfast basis. This first night allows you to rest and prepare for the adventure ahead while enjoying the vibrant capital city of Uganda at your own pace.
The next day, you travel through Uganda’s scenic countryside to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, either by road or optional domestic flight. The highlight of the safari is the incredible gorilla trekking experience, where you spend a magical hour observing a habituated gorilla family in their natural rainforest habitat. After this once-in-a-lifetime encounter, you begin your return journey to Entebbe, carrying unforgettable memories of Uganda’s rich landscapes, wildlife, and warm hospitality.
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Daily Expedition Log
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Transfer to Kampala
Meals
Bed and Breakfast
Lodging
Speke Resort Munyonyo
Transport
Private Tourist Vehicle
Transfer from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will begin your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas.
If you opt for the scheduled domestic flight, you will be transferred to Entebbe Airport for your flight to either Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrip. The flight takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, followed by a scenic 1 to 2-hour drive to your lodge. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch and spend the remainder of the day relaxing while taking in the beautiful forest surroundings. Dinner and overnight will be at your lodge.
If you choose the road transfer, you will depart Kampala and embark on a scenic journey of approximately 8 to 10 hours through Uganda's beautiful countryside, passing rolling hills, local villages, and lush landscapes. A lunch stop will be made en route before continuing to Bwindi. Arrival at the lodge will be in the evening for check-in, dinner, and overnight stay.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging
Buhoma Lodge
Transport
4x4 Safari Jeep
Gorilla Trekking Experience
Following an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the park headquarters for a comprehensive briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. You will be assigned a gorilla family and informed about trekking procedures and conservation guidelines before entering the forest.
The trek can take between 2 and 6 hours depending on the location of the gorilla family. Once the gorillas are found, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat as they feed, interact, and care for one another.
After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. Optional activities such as a community visit, Batwa cultural experience, or guided nature walk can be arranged at an additional cost.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging
Buhoma Lodge
Transport
By Foot
Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, check out of the lodge and begin your return journey to Entebbe.
For guests using the scheduled domestic flight, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe, which takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, you will either connect to your international departure flight or be transferred to a hotel if required.
For those traveling by road, you will depart Bwindi in the morning and enjoy a scenic drive back to Entebbe with a lunch stop en route. Arrival will be in the evening, marking the end of your unforgettable gorilla trekking safari.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Transport
Domestic Flight
Proposed Accommodations
3 Nights Accommodation
Speke Resort Munyonyo
1 Night Accommodation
Buhoma Lodge
2 Nights Accommodation
Inclusions & Essentials
check_circle What's Included
- done Airport pick-up and drop-off at Entebbe International Airport.
- done 1 night accommodation in Kampala on Bed & Breakfast
- done 2 nights accommodation in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- done Gorilla trekking permit (per person, per trek)
- done All ground transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle.
- done Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- done Park entry fees for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- done Bottled drinking water during safari transfers
- done Bwindi - Entebbe Flight
- done Government taxes where applicable
cancel Not Included
- close International flights to and from Uganda
- close Uganda visa fees
- close Travel insurance
- close Tips and gratuities for driver-guides, porters, and lodge staff
- close Optional activities such as Batwa cultural experience, community visits, or nature walks (unless included in package upgrade)
- close Any items not specifically mentioned in the inclusions