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3 Days Gorilla trekking tour

About this experience

Today you will be picked by our professional tour guide from your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe after which you embark on your journey to the famous Bwindi impenetrable National park a journey that crosses the equator line. This park is mostly famous for the rare mountain gorillas and the drive to the park is incredibly scenic, arrive and check in to your hotel for dinner and over night, in the morning after breakfast you will be take to the visitor center for briefing and then go for trek. This trip is good for family, friends and couples.

At a glance

  • Duration: 72 hr
  • Private experience

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A day at lake Bunyonyi
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour72 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 72 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

What is included

  • Local guide
  • Afternoon tea
  • 10% Live Entertainment Tax
  • National Park fees
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Live commentary on board
  • Local taxes
  • 2 nights accommodation
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide
  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Beverages
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Airport/Departure Tax
  • Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Itinerary and highlights

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park from Entebbe Airport

Meet your safari guide and drive in the morning, be prepared for a long day in the car. Make a stop at the equator to get the experience of standing with one foot on either side of the southern- and northern hemisphere. Continue on to the town of Mbarara for lunch before the final part of the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Overnight: Gorilla Mist Camp

Day 1-Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Meet your safari guide and drive out of Kampala in the morning, be prepared for a long day in the car. Make a stop at the equator to get the experience of standing with one foot on either side of the southern- and northern hemisphere. Continue on to the town of Mbarara for lunch before the final part of the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Overnight: Gorilla safari lodge

Day 2 - Gorilla trekking day

Your guide will take you to the starting point of the gorilla trekking in the morning and you set of for your adventure. The trek takes you through the jungle up to the point where the gorillas are and you get to spent one hour with them. When you are back from the gorilla trekking your guide takes you to the stunningly beautiful Lake Bunyonyi.

Day 3- Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast you start the journey back to Kampala. Make a stop along the way for lunch in Mbarara or Masaka depending on time. You have now reached the end of your Gorilla trekking trip and your guide drops you in Entebbe

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Karumuna Safaris

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 72 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 16–34; Adult tickets: age 35+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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