3 days · Gorillas & Primates
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
One hour with a mountain gorilla family in Bwindi, based comfortably from Lake Bunyonyi — the classic Ugandan pilgrimage.
Pictured above: Bunyonyi Safaris Resort on Lake Bunyonyi, where this safari starts and finishes. Photographs from the parks on this route are coming soon.
Trip highlights
- A full gorilla trekking permit and briefing (permit quoted separately)
- One hour with a habituated gorilla family
- Nights on the shore of Lake Bunyonyi
- Optional Batwa cultural visit
Day by day
Arrive Lake Bunyonyi
Arrive at Bunyonyi Safaris Resort, lunch on the terrace and an afternoon sunset cruise. Early dinner and briefing for tomorrow's trek.
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi
A pre-dawn departure to the park headquarters for your briefing, then into the forest with rangers and trackers. The trek can take one hour or most of the day; the hour you spend with the family will not feel like an hour. Return to the lake for a hot dinner.
Lake morning and departure
A slow morning — canoe, swim or simply sit — then breakfast, check out and transfer to Kigali or Entebbe.
Included
- Ground transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver-guide
- Accommodation as described, or the closest equivalent available
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Park entrance and activity fees as listed
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
Not included
- Gorilla permit — price set by Uganda Wildlife Authority, quoted on request
- International flights and Uganda visa
- Travel and medical insurance
- Drinks, laundry and personal items
- Tips for guides, drivers and lodge staff
Price
From $—
Rates depend on season, group size and accommodation level. Request a quote and we will price it precisely, including any permits.
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