Author: Katland Safaris

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

This carefully designed 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari with Katland Safaris offers an unforgettable opportunity to encounter the endangered mountain gorillas in the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The safari combines thrilling primate adventures with a rich cultural experience that immerses travelers in Uganda’s natural and traditional heritage.

Your 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari journey begins with a scenic road transfer from Entebbe through rolling hills, lush greenery, and rural homesteads, showcasing Uganda’s beautiful countryside. Upon reaching Bwindi, you will settle into comfortable accommodation before preparing for the ultimate adventure: gorilla trekking. Trekking in Bwindi is a rare privilege as you follow expert trackers into the dense forest in search of these gentle giants. Spending an hour with a gorilla family, observing their interactions and behaviors, offers a humbling and life-changing experience.

In addition to gorilla trekking, the 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari includes an enriching cultural encounter with the Batwa community, Uganda’s indigenous forest dwellers. This unique interaction provides insights into their traditional ways of life, music, dance, and survival skills once used in the forest. On the final day, you will travel back to Entebbe, carrying cherished memories of your gorilla adventure.

This 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking an immersive short safari that highlights Uganda’s most iconic attraction. Katland Safaris ensures seamless logistics, comfortable lodging, and professional guidance throughout the journey, making your safari both rewarding and stress-free.

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Detailed 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

Day 1: Pickup from Entebbe and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Your 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari begins with a warm welcome from a professional driver-guide from Katland Safaris. After a short briefing, you will embark on a scenic road journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s surviving mountain gorillas. The drive, which may take approximately 8 to 9 hours depending on the sector of Bwindi, offers stunning views of Uganda’s ever-changing landscape. You will pass through busy trading centers, lush banana plantations, rolling terraced hills, and vibrant rural communities. Along the way, a lunch stop will be provided, giving you a taste of Uganda’s rich cuisine.

As the road meanders into the highlands of southwestern Uganda, the air becomes cooler, and the scenery shifts to mist-covered hills, tea plantations, and deep valleys. This landscape introduces you to the charm and natural splendor that makes Bwindi so special. Upon arrival at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, you will check in and relax, enjoying the comfort and panoramic views offered by this eco-friendly lodge. Dinner will be served in the evening, and your guide will prepare you for the thrilling gorilla trekking adventure awaiting you the next day. This overnight stay allows you to rest and adjust to the tranquil wilderness atmosphere surrounding Bwindi.

• Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
• Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Drinking Water

Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience

The second day marks the highlight of your 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari. After an early breakfast at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, you will transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. These briefing covers trekking rules, gorilla behavior, and safety measures to ensure an enjoyable experience. Equipped with walking sticks and guided by expert trackers, you will enter the dense rainforest to begin your gorilla trekking expedition.

The trek can take anywhere between two to six hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family you are assigned to track. As you navigate through thick vegetation, steep slopes, and tangled vines, the excitement builds until you encounter the gorillas. Spending one precious hour in the company of a gorilla family is truly unforgettable. You will watch them forage, groom each other, and play, all while realizing the profound connection between humans and these endangered primates. Photography is allowed, provided flash is not used, enabling you to capture lasting memories of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

In the afternoon, you will engage in a Batwa cultural experience, where the community shares their heritage and traditional forest practices. The Batwa will demonstrate hunting skills, herbal medicine use, traditional songs, and dances, offering a deeper cultural perspective to your safari. Afterward, you will return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

• Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinking Water

Day 3: Return Journey to Entebbe – End of Safari

After an early breakfast, you will check out of your lodge and begin the return journey to Entebbe. The drive back allows you to retrace Uganda’s rural beauty, passing through small towns, lush farmlands, and picturesque landscapes. A stopover for lunch will provide a refreshing break before continuing to Entebbe. Depending on your schedule, the safari can end with a transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your outbound flight or to your hotel for an extended stay.

This marks the end of your remarkable 3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari with Katland Safaris. By the time you leave, you will carry not only memories of the breathtaking gorilla encounter but also a deeper appreciation for Uganda’s natural and cultural treasures.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Drinking Water

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari Inclusions and Exclusions

Safari Inclusions

• Gorilla trekking permit per person
• Accommodation as per itinerary (Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge)
• Meals as outlined in the program (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Drinking water during transfers and activities
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Ground transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
• All park entrance fees and activities mentioned
• Batwa cultural experience
• Airport/Hotel pickup and drop-off

Safari Exclusions

• International flights and visa fees
• Travel and medical insurance
• Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, and souvenirs
• Alcoholic and soft beverages not included in the meal plan
• Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
• Costs incurred due to unforeseen circumstances (flight delays, natural disasters, etc.)

Tour Quotation Based on Mid-Range Safari

Single Room Supplement: US$110

3 Days of gorilla trekking in Mgahinga National Park. Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safaris | Gorilla Habituation In Uganda 

Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Uganda. This short gorilla trekking safari takes you to Mgahinga Gorilla National Game Park yet another great gorilla trekking destination in Uganda. Mgahinga is a significant conservation area located in southwestern Uganda and it is part of the gorilla conservation area that is shared by Uganda, Rwanda, and the democratic republic of Congo.

Detailed itinerary;

Day one: Pickup from Kampala or Entebbe International Airport and transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

Early in the morning after your early morning cup of coffee, you will meet with a safari guide from Katland Safaris for a small briefing and transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Drive through the scenic rural Uganda, and have a stopover at the equator and in Mbarara for lunch. The drive time is approximately 8-9 hours with stopovers.

Arrive at the lodge for relaxation dinner and overnight stay.

Lodging accommodation:-

Luxury at Mountain Gahinga Lodge.

Mid range at lake Mulehe safari lodge.

Day Two: Gorilla trekking in, Mgahinga gorilla national park.

Wake up early morning for breakfast and with your drive guide transfer to the lodge headquarters. You will be received by the ranger guides for a briefing about the rules on gorilla trekking.

The gorilla trekking starts at a point where the mountain gorillas were last seen in the evening.

The trekking takes any period between 2 to 8 hours depending on the location of the mountain gorillas. Upon finding the mountain gorillas, you will be allowed a full hour with the mountain gorillas in their habitants, observing them and taking pictures.

After gorilla trekking, return to the park headquarters to receive your gorilla trekking certificate as a souvenir for a successful gorilla trekking adventure. After meet your guide and transfer back to the lodge for relaxation.

In the afternoon, you can choose to relax at the lodge or take a walk in the rural villages to experience the Batwa culture.

Return to the lodge for relaxation and overnight stay.

Day Three. Transfer from Mgahinga Gorilla National Park to Kampala or Entebbe.

After an early morning cup of coffee, you will meet your guide and embark on your scenic drive back to Kampala. You will have a stopover in Mbarara for lunch and another at the equator.

Later in the evening, you will arrive either in kampala or in Entebbe for your international flight back home.

3-Days Golden-Monkeys and Gorilla-trekking in Rwanda:

This 3 days golden monkeys and gorilla trekking adventures in Rwanda is the best safari choice for guests with very limited time in Rwanda in Volcanoes National Game Park.

This is an all-inclusive safari that starts and ends in Kigali.

Safari highlights

• Golden monkey trekking
• Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Game Park.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kigali International Airport and transfer to Volcanoes National Park.

On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will meet with the representative guide from Katland Safaris for a small briefing about your safari and embark on a journey to Volcanoes National Park.

This journey to northern Rwanda goes through the beautiful and very well-terraced rolling hills of Rwanda putting on display Rwanda’s beauty and the reason it’s referred to as the country of 1000 hills.

Upon arrival, you will check into the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Overnight stay at; Muhavura Lodge budget

                              Le bamboo Lodge mid-range

                              Virunga Lodge Luxury.

Day 02: Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park.

Wake up early morning for breakfast and then transfer to the headquarters of the Park for gorilla trekking rules and guidelines. With parked lunch, you will then embark on trekking in search of mountain gorillas. Upon locating the gorillas, you will be allowed to spend a full hour with the mountain gorillas in their natural environment.

You will return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

You may have the option of visiting ibyiwachu the Ex poachers’ village for a cultural performance after the trekking adventure.

Day 03: Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park and transfer back to Kigali.

Wake up very early in the morning for breakfast and board out for a golden monkey trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park. The adventure takes approximately 2-3 hours.

After you transfer back to Kigali reaching in the evening if time allows, you may wish to explore Kigali city. Visit the Kigali memorial site or transfer to Kigali International Airport for your international flight back home marking the end of your 3 Days of Golden Monkeys and Gorilla trekking in Rwanda:

Safari Includes

• All transport as scheduled in the itinerary
• Gorilla permit of 1500 dollars per person
• Golden monkey trekking permit at 100 dollars
• Meals
• Four-wheel transportation for safari van with pop-up roof.
• English speaking guide
• Complimentary drinking water
• All activities described in the itinerary.

Cost from 2040 USD per person.

3-Day Bwindi Gorilla habituation safari | Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Uganda | Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safaris 

3-Day Bwindi Gorilla habituation safari. Our three days gorilla habitual safari takes to Uganda Bwindi impenetrable forest to spend more time with the mountain gorilla in their natural habitat. Gorilla habituation gives you a lifetime chance to spend a total of 4 hours with the mountain gorillas while you take part in the process of getting them used to human presence by a team of researchers.

Gorilla habituation in Uganda is done in Bwindi impenetrable national game park. The park is a home for more than 50% of the global remaining population of mountain gorillas giving guests a 99% chance of seeing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Detailed travel plan;

Day One: Transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national park.

On your first day of 3 days Bwindi gorilla habituation safari, you will meet your guide early morning after breakfast. You will have a small briefing and then embark on a gorilla trekking safari adventure to Bwindi impenetrable national park passing through the rush and beautiful green landscapes of western Uganda.

You will have a stopover at the equator for photographs and another stopover in Mbarara for lunch. You will proceed and check into the lodge for a relaxation dinner and overnight stay.

Drive time is approximately 8-9 hours lodging options are rushaga gorilla camphor Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge.

Day 2: Gorilla habituation experience and Batwa community experience.

Wake up early morning for breakfast, meet your guide, and transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing on the dos and don’ts of Gorilla trekking from the ranger guides. After briefing you will be grouped into 4 guests and embark on a lifetime gorilla trekking Adventure. The gorilla habituation usually starts from the last place the mountain gorillas were seen on the last day.

Upon reaching the mountain gorilla you will be allowed to spend 4 full hours in the company of mountain gorillas. You will observe their ways of life in silence and be allowed to take pictures and videos.

After the gorilla trekking and habituation adventure, you will meet with your guide again and transfer back to the lodge for lunch.

Batwa community experience.

After having lunch and some bit of relaxation in the afternoon, you will meet with your guide again and take a walk through the village for the Batwa cultural experience. Come in close contact with their ways of life, culture, food, music, medicine, and so on.

Day 3: Transfer back to Kampala end of the 3-Day Bwindi gorilla habituation safari..

Wake up early morning for breakfast, and after breakfast embark on the journey back to Kampala. We will have a stopover in Mbarara or at the equator for lunch. We will continue with the journey to Kampala reaching in the evening.

2-day Uganda-gorilla tracking from Kigali | Bwindi gorilla trekking from Kigali.

Uganda-gorilla tracking from Kigali. Of all the gorilla trekking destinations in East Africa, Uganda remains the perfect location for affordable gorilla trekking compared to Rwanda and DRC.

Katland Safaris organizes budget and midrange gorilla trekking safaris from Rwanda’s capital, Kigali, to Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks.

Gorilla trekking determination in Uganda from Kigali.

Gorilla trekking in Uganda is done from two national parks that are Bwindi Impenetrable National Game Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

Bwindi impenetrable national park.

The park is located in southwestern Uganda on the edges of the great East African rift valley. Its mist-covered landscape hillsides are covered by Uganda’s oldest and most biologically diverse rainforest which dates back over 2500 years.

Bwindi is famously known for being a safe home for more than half of the remaining population of mountain gorillas living in this dense forest. Besides the mountain gorillas, Bwindi is also home to 346 bird species. This makes Bwindi a perfect location for gorilla trekking from Kigali.

Why you should book a gorilla trekking safari in Uganda from Kigali:-

There are quite several reasons why clients prefer booking gorilla trekking safari in Uganda from Kigali:-

Gorilla trekking permits:-

Gorilla trekking permits in Rwanda are quite more expensive compared to gorilla trekking permits in Uganda. Currently, a gorilla permit in Rwanda goes for 150 dollars per person compared to Uganda’s permit cost set at 900 dollars per person per trek.

Drive distance from Kigali to Bwindi.

For 2-day gorilla trekking safari for Uganda from Kigali is much easier from Kigali International Airport as it takes about 3 hours from Kigali to Bwindi as compared to 8 hours of drive time from Entebbe International Airport to Bwindi impenetrable national park.

Katland Safaris organizes a 2 day gorilla trekking safari in Uganda from Kigali Rwanda for clients with very limited time yet who want to experience the magic of trekking mountain gorillas.

Things to consider before booking a gorilla trekking safari to Uganda from Kigali.

Acquire an East African tourist visa:-

Before booking a 2-day gorilla trekking safari in Uganda from Kigali, ensure you possess an East Africa tourism visa. Currently, it goes for 100 USD per person and this allows you multiple entries to any of the three East African countries of Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya.

Feel free to contact us with any details about acquiring a tourist visa for the three East African countries of Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda.

Possible gorilla trekking itinerary.

2-day gorilla tracking Rwanda | Gorilla Trekking Safari in East Africa | Volcanoes National Park | Short Gorilla Trekking tours | Uganda-gorilla tracking from Kigali

Two days are considered a very short safari for those wishing to go for gorilla and wildlife encountered in East Africa but not in Rwanda. 2 days are perfect enough for a drive to Volcanoes National Game Park for the gorilla trekking adventures with Katland Safaris.

Volcanoes National Park Rwanda

Volcanoes National Game Park is the home of mountain gorillas in Rwanda. The park is located roughly two hours away from Kigali International Airport making it one of the most accessible gorilla trekking national parks in the whole of Africa.

Spacing on approximately 160km² of northern Rwanda. The park is not only home to gorillas but also to golden monkeys, reptiles, amphibians,  insects, and various exciting bird species The 2-day gorilla-tracking Rwanda safari is a great adventure.

The national park is located in the Vivuga conservation area and borders Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda and Virunga National Park in DRC with great access to the nonactive volcanoes that say Muhavura, Gahinga, sabino, karisimbi, and Bisoke.

Possible itinerary for a 2days gorilla tracking safari in Rwanda;

Day one: Arrive at Kigali International Airport and transfer to Volcanoes National Park.

On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will meet a representative from Katland Safaris. You will have a very small briefing and you will have a small drive through beautiful and terraced landscapes displaying Rwanda’s breathtaking beauty. Check into the lodge at either Muhavura Lodge (budget) lebambo for midrange or Virunga Lodge (luxury) for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Gorilla tracking and transferring back to Kigali International Airport for your flight back home marking the end of your 2 days of gorilla tracking Rwanda.

After having an early morning cup of coffee,  you will meet with your guide and drive to the park headquarters. Upon arrival, you will be briefed by park rangers and start your gorilla-tracking adventure through the mountain slope. Upon reaching the gorillas, you will be granted a full hour to interact with the gentle Giants in their natural habitat.

Transfer back to Kigali marking the end of Uganda-gorilla tracking from Kigali

After the trek, you will embark on your journey back to Kigali International Airport for your flight back home making the end of the 2-day gorilla trekking safari in Rwanda.

Depending on your departure time, you may take a view of Kigali city visit markets, and visit memorial sites.

All you need to know about 2-day gorilla tracking safari in Rwanda;

• The safari starts and ends in Kigali.
• This safari can be done any day depending on the availability of gorilla pounts.
• The safari is available on budget, midrange, and luxury travel.
• Transportation for this safari is by 4*4 customized safari cars.
• The tour can be arranged privately or for groups and families.
• Gorilla tracking permits aresupposed to be attained very early.
• Safari is a target for clients with a short timein Kigali.
• Optional activities are possible on either the first day or the second day.

Best time to visit Rwanda.

Rwanda is open for guests all year round. However, the best time to have a perfect safari in Rwanda is from late May to late September and from December to February.

Please contact  Katland Safaris for more information about organising 2days gorilla trekking tours in Rwanda.

Why you should book your 2 days gorilla trekking safari in Uganda from Kigali Rwanda with katland safaris.

Katland Safaris is one of the most trusted Ugandan tours and travel operators and is approved by many clients who have booked Rwanda and Uganda gorilla and wildlife safaris. Our record can be backed by many positive reviews on trip advisors and social media. Kindly contact us with any inquiries about booking a gorilla trekking safari for Uganda from Kigali to Uganda.

4 Days Uganda Luxury Gorilla Safari

Fly from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for an epic Uganda gorilla trekking adventure.

A four-day luxury Ugandan gorilla safari is a perfect choice for adventure seekers with limited time in Uganda, especially for those connecting from other safari Destinations, including Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Africa, or any other African safari destination. This four-day luxury Ugandan gorilla safari is the perfect once-in-a-lifetime off-the-beaten-track holiday expedition.

This is an all-inclusive trip that starts and ends in either Kampala or Entebbe. You will be flown across Uganda by Domestic flight across the green landscape of southwestern Uganda to a luxury forest lodge on the edges of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. You’ll spend three nights in a forest cottage with excellent Views of the famous Virunga Volcanoes, the rugged Rift Valley, and the steamy forest canopy.

You’ll encounter mountain gorillas in their natural environment deep in this Bwindi Forest, also explore the rugged rural region on foot, with immersive walks through communities and terraced gardens. Engage with the Batwa native community on a forest trail, showcasing their ancient cultures, drama, hunting, and survival skills when they occupied the gorilla-filled jungles.

Safari Highlights

1. Fly between Entebbe and Bwindi impenetrable national game park.
2. Take a canoe ride across Lake Mutanda and walk through remote villages in western Uganda.
3. Spend three luxurious nights at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, nestled in trees and beautiful gardens on a ridge with incredible views over Bwindi Impenetrable Forest,
4. Trek into the impenetrable jungle with local guides and porters to meet a family of mountain gorillas and spend one precious hour observing their basic cultures.
5. Meet the native Batwa forest people, learn about their ancient forest cultures, listen to their tales, and dance to their tunes.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1:  Arrival at Entebbe International Airport / Shoe Bill stock Tour in Mabamba Wetland

Upon Arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will meet with a safari guide representative from Katland Safaris for your Pick from the airport and transfer to your Hotel In either Kampala or Entebbe.

There are various optional activities around Entebbe to engage your travel lust if you arrive early in the day. Many birders visit Mabamba swamps to catch sight of the monstrous historical shoebill and hundreds of other rare African endemics.

You may prefer a walk to the local market or fish market to find out a little bit about Uganda’s urban culture and later transfer back to the Hotel for relaxation Dinner and Overnight stay.

You’ll stay at: Boutique Hotel Number 5

Day 2: Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

After your early morning breakfast, you will be transferred by your safari Guide to Entebbe International Airport, or at Kajjansi airstrip to catch an early morning domestic flight to Kisoro to kick off your short gorilla safari in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The one-hour flight goes over Lake Victoria, beautiful central plains, into the rolling hills of the southwest region with cultivated terraces, tropical rainforest, bamboo forest, and the majestic chain of the Virunga Volcanoes. Our driver will pick you up from Kisoro Airstrip and transfer you to the lodge.

Batwa Community Experience

In the afternoon, you can walk the Batwa Forest Trail in Buniga Forest, a pocked forest close to the lodge. The Batwa people showcase their ancient cultural tales, hunting, and survival skills on the trail. Alternatively, from Kisoro Airport, join our walking safari guide in Kisoro Town for a community walk, canoeing excursion on Lake Mutanda, and nature hikes through communities & cultivated garden trails.

It is an immersive off-the-beaten-track walking adventure connecting you with the local people and environments. The walking safari takes about 4-5 hours to Lake Mutanda, where the driver will pick you up for lunch before continuing to your night’s stay at the lavish Nkuringo Lodge.

Lodging at: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 3: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

You will wake up very early in the morning for breakfast and a hot cup of coffee. After, you will meet with your Guide and transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national Game Park. Upon arrival at the head quarters, you will have a briefing from the Uganda wildlife rangers about the gorilla trekking Guidelines.

With the leadership of your ranger guides and in the company of six other tourists, you will embark on the Gorilla trekking journey into the thick Bwindi impenetrable forest in search of the mountain gorillas. The search for mountain gorillas usually starts from the very last place where the gorillas were last seen the previous evening.

Once you have found the gorillas, you will be allowed to observe them for an hour at a 10-meter distance for a full hour taking pictures and videos in total silence.

You will transfer back to the lodge for Relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.

Lodging at: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 4: Fly back to Entebbe or Kajansi.

After breakfast, lazily get your bags early in the morning and take another rural drive down the volcanic mountains to the lower Kisoro Airstrip for your local scheduled flight to Entebbe International Airport for your international flight back home.

Depending on the time of arrival, we can arrange day accommodation for relaxation and freshening up as you wait for your international flight back home.

End of 4 Days Uganda Luxury gorilla safari

Safari Includes

• Accommodation in luxury lodges and meals as indicated in the itinerary
• 1 gorilla trekking permit ($800)
• Return domestic flight between Kisoro Airport (Bwindi) and Entebbe International Airport.
• All excursions and activities as indicated in the itinerary under the supervision of a professional English-speaking guide.
• Ground transport and transfers in a 4×4 Custom Safari Landcruiser
• Government taxes

Safari Includes

• Travel Insurance
• International flights
• Visa fees and processing
• Extra activities and meals not indicated in the itinerary
• Extra luggage on domestic flights
• Service tips, gratuities, souvenirs, and snacks
• Accommodation after the end of the trip

4 Days–Fly in Gorilla Safari.

Fly from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for an epic Uganda gorilla trekking adventure.

4 Days-Fly in Gorilla Safari is a perfect choice for adventure seekers with limited time in Uganda, especially for those connecting from other safari Destinations, including Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Africa, or any other African safari destination. This four-day luxury Ugandan gorilla safari is the perfect once-in-a-lifetime off-the-beaten-track holiday expedition.

This is an all-inclusive trip that starts and ends in either Kampala or Entebbe. You will be flown across Uganda by Domestic flight across the green landscape of southwestern Uganda to a luxury forest lodge on the edges of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. You’ll spend three nights in a forest cottage with excellent Views of the famous Virunga Volcanoes, the rugged Rift Valley, and the steamy forest canopy.

You’ll encounter mountain gorillas in their natural environment deep in this Bwindi Forest, also explore the rugged rural region on foot, with immersive walks through communities and terraced gardens. Engage with the Batwa native community on a forest trail, showcasing their ancient cultures, drama, hunting, and survival skills when they occupied the gorilla-filled jungles.

Safari Highlights | 4 Days-Fly in Gorilla Safari

1. Fly between Entebbe and Bwindi impenetrable national game park.
2. Take a canoe ride across Lake Mutanda and walk through remote villages in western Uganda.
3. Spend three luxurious nights at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, nestled in trees and beautiful gardens on a ridge with incredible views over Bwindi Impenetrable Forest,
4. Trek into the impenetrable jungle with local guides and porters to meet a family of mountain gorillas and spend one precious hour observing their basic cultures.
5. Meet the native Batwa forest people, learn about their ancient forest cultures, listen to their tales, and dance to their tunes.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1:  Arrival at Entebbe International Airport / Shoe Bill stock Tour in Mabamba Wetland

Upon Arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will meet with a safari guide representative from Katland Safaris for your Pick from the airport and transfer to your Hotel In either Kampala or Entebbe.

There are various optional activities around Entebbe to engage your travel lust if you arrive early in the day. Many birders visit Mabamba swamps to catch sight of the monstrous historical shoebill and hundreds of other rare African endemics.

You may prefer a walk to the local market or fish market to find out a little bit about Uganda’s urban culture and later transfer back to the Hotel for relaxation Dinner and Overnight stay.

You’ll stay at: Boutique Hotel Number 5

Day 2: Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

After your early morning breakfast, you will be transferred by your safari Guide to Entebbe International Airport, or at Kajjansi airstrip to catch an early morning domestic flight to Kisoro to kick off your short gorilla safari in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The one-hour flight goes over Lake Victoria, beautiful central plains, into the rolling hills of the southwest region with cultivated terraces, tropical rainforest, bamboo forest, and the majestic chain of the Virunga Volcanoes. Our driver will pick you up from Kisoro Airstrip and transfer you to the lodge.

Batwa Community Experience

In the afternoon, you can walk the Batwa Forest Trail in Buniga Forest, a pocked forest close to the lodge. The Batwa people showcase their ancient cultural tales, hunting, and survival skills on the trail. Alternatively, from Kisoro Airport, join our walking safari guide in Kisoro Town for a community walk, canoeing excursion on Lake Mutanda, and nature hikes through communities & cultivated garden trails.

It is an immersive off-the-beaten-track walking adventure connecting you with the local people and environments. The walking safari takes about 4-5 hours to Lake Mutanda, where the driver will pick you up for lunch before continuing to your night’s stay at the lavish Nkuringo Lodge.

Lodging at: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 3: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

You will wake up very early in the morning for breakfast and a hot cup of coffee. After, you will meet with your Guide and transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national Game Park. Upon arrival at the head quarters, you will have a briefing from the Uganda wildlife rangers about the gorilla trekking Guidelines.

With the leadership of your ranger guides and in the company of six other tourists, you will embark on the Gorilla trekking journey into the thick Bwindi impenetrable forest in search of the mountain gorillas. The search for mountain gorillas usually starts from the very last place where the gorillas were last seen the previous evening.

Once you have found the gorillas, you will be allowed to observe them for an hour at a 10-meter distance for a full hour taking pictures and videos in total silence.

You will transfer back to the lodge for Relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.

Lodging at: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 4: Fly back to Entebbe or Kajansi.

After breakfast, lazily get your bags early in the morning and take another rural drive down the volcanic mountains to the lower Kisoro Airstrip for your local scheduled flight to Entebbe International Airport for your international flight back home.

Depending on the time of arrival, we can arrange day accommodation for relaxation and freshening up as you wait for your international flight back home.

End of 4 Days Uganda Luxury gorilla safari

Safari Includes

• Accommodation in luxury lodges and meals as indicated in the itinerary
• 1 gorilla trekking permit ($800)
• Return domestic flight between Kisoro Airport (Bwindi) and Entebbe International Airport.
• All excursions and activities as indicated in the itinerary under the supervision of a professional English-speaking guide.
• Ground transport and transfers in a 4×4 Custom Safari Landcruiser
• Government taxes

Safari Includes

• Travel Insurance
• International flights
• Visa fees and processing
• Extra activities and meals not indicated in the itinerary
• Extra luggage on domestic flights
• Service tips, gratuities, souvenirs, and snacks
• Accommodation after the end of the trip

3-Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari in Volcanoes National Park – Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Africa 

3-Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari. Experience a brief adventure getaway in Rwanda with mountain gorillas on this amazing gorilla safari. Embark on an incredible gorilla safari in Rwanda for a brief adventure vacation with mountain gorillas.

Safari Highlights

Embark on your thrilling trip to Rwanda by exploring the lively cultures of Kigali, where you can visit museums, markets, and excellent restaurants.

Enjoy a picturesque road trip through the country, admiring stunning views, secluded houses, and verdant rural areas as you head to Volcanoes National Park.

Experience a two-night getaway in a charming woodland cabin, equipped with amazing amenities to ensure your ideal Rwanda Gorilla Safari becomes a reality.

Spend an entire day exploring the mountain forests of Volcanoes National Park in search of a welcoming gorilla family. Witness their interactions for an hour – an unforgettable experience you won’t regret.

Have peace of mind as we handle every aspect of your trip, including permits, accommodations, transportation, and activities.

Detailed Itinerary

The Rwanda safari begins with a tour of Kigali and a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial on the first day. Following that, you will begin a picturesque journey to Volcanoes National Park, with intermittent stops to experience the local culture and embrace the lively spirit of Rwanda. The best part of the journey is the opportunity to go gorilla trekking in the Virunga Mountains, allowing you to see these amazing animals from a close distance. The journey concludes with a comeback to Kigali.

Day One: Kigali City tour and transfer to Volcanoes National Game Park

The start of your Rwanda gorilla safari adventure begins with a moving and educational trip to the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you will delve into Rwanda’s past at the memorial, which recounts and preserves the events of the 1994 genocide. This impactful encounter provides a deep understanding of the country’s ability to bounce back and the actions being taken to achieve recovery.

Once your feelings calm down, you’ll start a scenic journey towards Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll witness the stunning beauty of Rwanda’s landscapes. Throughout this journey, you will come across more than just highways; there will be points along the path where you can interact with the nearby towns. Every destination during this Rwanda trip offers a glimpse into the pace of countryside living, an opportunity for friendly interactions, and a chance to comprehend the lively culture defining the nation. Engaging in these cultural exchanges will strengthen your bond with the land and its inhabitants, transforming the trip into more than just a journey but a collection of treasured moments.

Upon reaching your upscale forest accommodation in Volcanoes National Park, you will be met with the peaceful charm of the environment. Get comfortable, inhale the crisp mountain breeze, and get ready for the thrilling adventures to come.

Stay at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge for 2 nights: A safari lodge with a fantastic view and park access.

Day Two: Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Volcanoes National Park

The day starts early with excitement as you make your way to the center of the Virunga Mountains. Guided by experienced rangers and trackers, you will explore the foggy forests, paying close attention to the sights and smells of the wild. While hiking, you are surrounded by lush greenery, and your excitement grows as you get closer to encountering African gorillas.

The gorilla trek is an exciting experience as you explore different terrains, with every curve taking you nearer to the gorilla families. Once you find them, it feels like time stops. Watching these magnificent beings is an unforgettable experience – their actions, emotions, and unity as a family leave a lasting impression. Spending time with them provides a glimpse into their realm, bridges the gap between different species, and underscores the fragile equilibrium that characterizes life on our planet.

Following your hike, you have the option to go back to your accommodations and enjoy the memories from the day. You also have the option to explore the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Campus, where you can learn about the dedicated work being done to safeguard and preserve these amazing creatures.

Day Three: Transfer back to Kigali | 3-Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari

On the final day of your gorilla holiday in Rwanda, you’ll take a lovely journey back to Kigali. As you travel through familiar places, you will have the opportunity to reflect on your adventure. The memories of cultural encounters, gorilla sightings, and breathtaking vistas will stay when you return.

Arriving in Kigali signals the end of your unforgettable three-day Rwanda gorilla safari. The experiences, friendships, and insights you’ve received over the last three days will stay with you, reminding you of Rwanda’s beauty – a country that weaves together history, culture, and wildlife into an extraordinary tapestry.

Price includes

Accommodation in mid-range-priced lodges and meals as indicated in the itinerary

1 gorilla trekking permit ($1,500)

Park entrance fees

All excursions and activities as indicated in the itinerary under the supervision of a professional English-speaking safari guide.

Ground transport and transfers in a 4×4 Custom Safari Landcruiser

Government taxes

Excludes

Travel Insurance

International flights

Visa costs and processing.

Additional activities and lunches are not specified in the schedule.

Extra luggage for domestic flights

Service tips, gratuities, souvenirs, and snacks.

Accommodation at the end of the journey.

5-day safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park

This 5-day safari takes you to Queen Elizabeth National Park, the most visited park in Uganda; it covers an area of about 1.978 sq Km. The park is classified with various ecosystems that include lakes, forests, the Kazinga channel, extensive Savanah, and so much more. The park is home to many mammals, bird species, and an array of tree species. These 5 Days safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park will expose you to game drives and boat cruises on the Kazinga Channel, with the highest concentration of hippos in the whole of Africa, and also allow you to track Chimpanzees in Kalinzu forest on the boundaries of queen Elizabeth National park. On the same safari, you will take a walking safari visiting some of the most interesting sites in Kampala including Kasubi tombs where Buganda Kings are buried, Kabaka’s palace, Namugongo Martyrs shrine, Gadaffi mosque,  Namirembe and Rubaga cathedral, Bahai Temple, and the Art and Craft market in the center of

Day ONE:  Kampala Religious Tour .

The first day of your safari takes you to Kampala, the capital city of Uganda, built on seven hills. This tour will include a visit to popular historic cultural and religious sites that include Kasubi tombs where Buganda Kings are buried, Kabaka’s palace, Namugongo Martyrs shrine, Gadaffi mosque,  Namirembe and Rubaga cathedral, Bahai Temple, and the Art and Craft market in the center of Kampala.

You will return to your Hotel for a relaxation dinner and overnight stay

Accommodation at Forest Cottages Kampala

Day TWO:  Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

After breakfast in the morning, you will meet with your guide and start your scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park through Uganda’s beautiful countryside. You will have a stopover at the equator and continue with the journey. And have another stopover in Mbarara for lunch. Then after proceeding to enter Queen Elizabeth National Game Park

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Tabingi Safari Lodge,

Day THREE: 

Early Morning game drive, an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and an evening game drive.

After a fruitful morning cup of coffee, you will start your drive to Kasenyi Planes to look for the game. The reason why you do game drives in the Kasenyi planes is because it is the leading breeding area of the Uganda kobs, and this means big carnivals come around to feed on them. As you do the drive, you may come across different animals like buffalos, elephants, warthogs, waterbucks, and many more.

Return to the lodge for lunch and a short nap.

Afternoon boat ride and evening game drive.

Meet your guide again, transfer to the peer for a briefing, and start your boat cruise on the Kazinga channel. The channel has various mammals as they float the banks to take water, and this is the highlight of all activities done in the park. Kazinga channel has the highest concentration of hippos in the whole world. We will finish our evening adventure with a game drive and sundowner at the famous Rubirizi Twin Lakes.

Return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Accommodation at Tabingi Safari Lodge

 Day four: Chimpanzee Trekking In Kalinzu Forest and Evening Community Experience.

Today starts with an early morning breakfast, then transfer to Kainzu forest for a briefing about chimpanzee trekking guidelines and a forest walk search for the chimpanzees, once you find the Chimpazess, you will be allowed a full hour in the company of the Chimpanzees. There are other primates along the trails to be seen, like the baboons, colobus monkeys, forest hogs, beautiful birds, and butterflies of Uganda. They return to the lodge for lunch.

After Lunch, you will go for an evening walk through the rural community, visit a local brewery, and end the day with a local coffee experience. Return to the Lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.

Accommodation at Tabingi Safari Lodge

Day 5: Transfer back to Entebbe/Kampala.

Today, after breakfast, you bid farewell to the lodge and start your drive back to Entebbe for your international flight out or drop off at the hotel or residence.

We will have a stop in Mbarara for lunch and another stop at the equator for memorable pictures.

We will then continue with the journey to Kampala, reaching early evening.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

End of Safari.

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Safari Includes.

• Park entries for 4 days to Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Chimpanzee trekking
• Morning and evening Game drives in Queen Elizabeth
• Community walking safari
• Kampala city tour
• Services of an English driver guide
• Transportation in a 4×4 van customized for safari
• Fuel for the whole round trip
• Meals for the whole trip as described in the itinerary.
• Four Nights accommodation on a Full Board basis
• Boat cruise and game Viewing on Kazinga Chanel
• Drinking water on board.
• Visit Rubilizi Twin Lakes
• All activities as described in the itinerary

Excludes

International Airfares

Tips and gratitude

Expenses of a personal nature like alcoholic drinks.

Booking gorilla permits in advance | Gorilla Trekking safaris in Uganda 

Booking gorilla permits in advance. Gorilla trekking is one of the most exciting and most opted activities for traveling. In Uganda, gorilla trekking is done in two destinations, Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga National Game Parks. In Rwanda, the activity is carried out in the Volcano National Game Park.

Gorilla trekking holidays in both Rwanda and Uganda are very competitive to book and therefore require early planning and booking to be done in advance. We advise early planning and booking because we always want to secure gorilla trekking permits early enough. Book Good accommodation with lodges close to the gorilla trekking destinations, book a domestic flight early enough when applicable, arrange for road transport and prepare our guide team early enough, and all other vital logistics that facilitate a great gorilla trekking safari.

Planning for your gorilla trekking adventure early on and making a booking in advance comes with benefits not limited to the ones listed below.

Guaranteed trekking permits

Whether you are doing the gorilla trekking adventure from Uganda or Rwanda, early booking guarantees your gorilla trekking permits. Upon confirmation, your gorilla permit will be booked and secured for you until you touch down at the destination.

Katland Safaris guarantees transportation to and from the gorilla trekking location with a reliable fleet of cars that are used for all gorilla and wildlife safaris through the East African countries of Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Guaranteed accommodation.

After we have secured all our logistics in order then we secure your accommodation. Early booking allows us to book accommodation for you at a price desired in a location desired or promised to the client.

Contact us for any inquiries about hours to book gorilla permits in advance.

3-Day Bwindi gorilla habituation Safari.

Our three-day gorilla habituation safari in Uganda’s Bwindi impenetrable forest national park is a short safari that gives you a whole four hours with mountain gorillas.

Bwindi’s impenetrable national game park being home to more than half of the remaining population of mountain gorillas, gives you a 99% chance of seeing mountain gorillas in their habitat. And with gorilla habituation, the gorilla experience becomes more exciting.

Detailed itinerary:-

Day 01: Pickup from Kampala or Entebbe and transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national park. 

On the first day of this 3 days Bwindi gorilla habituation safari, you will meet with your safari guide representative from katland safaris early in the morning for a briefing and embark on a long but scenic drive through rural Uganda to Bwindi’s impenetrable forest.

You will have a stopover at the Uganda equator for photo moments and then in Mbarara for a lunch break.

You will proceed with the journey and later check into the services of your booked lodge for accommodation, dinner, and overnight stay.

Drive time is 8 to 9 hours.

Lodging options are Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge or Rushaga Gorilla Camp.

Day 02: Gorilla habituation experience and Batwa community encounter.

After early morning breakfast you will meet with your safari guide and transfer to the park headquarters, upon arriving you will receive a briefing about the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking and be assigned a particular gorilla family to trek that day.

In a group of 4 tourists, researchers, and ranger guides, you will embark on the trekking journey into the thick forests of Bwindi’s impenetrable national forest and start your search for the mountain gorillas.

The gorilla search usually starts at the point where the mountain gorillas were last seen the previous day. Upon allocating the mountain gorillas, you will be granted up to 4 hours of interacting and observing the mountain gorillas in their natural environment. In these 4 hours, tourists are always advised to maintain maximum silence while with the mountain gorillas. Tourists are allowed to take pictures and videos of the entire experience.

After the gorilla trekking and habituation experience, you will then return to the park headquarters where you will be awarded a certificate of participation in the gorilla habituation experience.

You will then transfer back to the lodge for relaxation and lunch. After lunch, we will take a walk through the rural village for the Batwa cultural experience.

Gorilla habituation:

This exciting tourist activity allows you 4 hours in the company of mountain gorillas. In Uganda Bwindi impenetrable national park, the activity involves trekking through the dense forest in search of mountain gorillas.

The trek is guided by advanced trekkers who monitor the gorilla movements all day in the forest. The rangers on the trek help in clearing trails, creating new trails, and sharing information about mountain gorillas with tourists.

Day 3. Transfer back to Kampala.

Early morning after breakfast, you will meet your safari guide and embark on your drive back to Kampala. You will have a stop-over in Mbarara for lunch and the equator for memorable pictures.

You will then transfer to Kampala or Entebbe for your international flight back home marking the end of your 3 days Bwindi gorilla habituation safari in Uganda.

Booking gorilla permits in advance. We at Katland Safaris offer extremely good gorilla rates and always create room for tailor-making with our clients.

Contact us for any inquiries about the best time to go on a budget gorilla safari.

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