With the 4 Days Double Gorilla Trekking Uganda Tour, you may go on a gorilla trekking trip through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and have two chances to meet the big apes, just like in your dreams. Enquire Now This unique opportunity allows you to visit and interact with two distinct gorilla families in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This package also includes a visit to the Batwa pygmy village, where you can learn in-depth details about the distinctive customs and cultures of these well-known forest residents. The southwest Ugandan park known as Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is about 8–10 hours’ drive from Entebbe International Airport and the capital city of Kampala, and 3–4 hours’ drive from Kigali.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Get up early and have breakfast from the convenience of your Kampala or Entebbe hotel or place of abode. Following that, a courteous representative from our organisation will greet you and give you an overview of your four-day Uganda double gorilla trekking safari. After that, you will begin your eight to ten day road adventure via Entebbe or Kampala-Masaka-Mbarara to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. En route, you will stop near the Equator for rest, stretching, and photo opportunities. After lunch at the Igongo Cultural Centre, you will make your second halt and drive on to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwest Uganda, soaking in the stunning scenery along the way. You’ll get to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park early enough to check into the lodge of your choice in time for some downtime, dinner and sleeping.
Accommodation: Chameleon Hill Lodge, Mahogany Spring Lodge, Buhoma Lodge.
Meals: (Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2: First Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Get up early in the morning and get ready by making sure your hiking boots, socks, trouser, bottled water, and long sleeve shirt or t-shirt are all ready. Following breakfast, you will meet the driver guide to be transported, based on where your lodging is located, to the trailhead where a park ranger will brief you on the rules for gorilla trekking. It’s expected that you will arrive at the park headquarters early enough for the 7:00 am briefing.
In a group of eight trekkers, you will be paired with a single gorilla family to track. Habinyanja, Rushegura, Rwingi, Nshongi, Bushaho, Bikingi, Kutu, Nkuringo, Christmas, Katwe, Kahungye, Busingye, Kyaguriro, Mubare, Bitukura, Mucunguzi, and Mukiza are the gorilla groups that may be trekked in Bwindi National Park.
The real walk, which will begin at 8:00 am through the thick undergrowth of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, will be led by park ranger guides, trackers and porters. Depending on your hiking pace, the type of habitat, and the location of these great apes, this will take you between two and six hours. You get to spend an hour with the gorillas, taking pictures and learning about their habits during that time. Following that, you’ll return to the lodge for some downtime before visiting the Batwa community in the evening to learn more about their culture.
Accommodation: Chameleon Hill Lodge, Mahogany Spring Lodge, Buhoma Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Second Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi.
After enjoying your breakfast, meet at the trailhead or park offices designated by your gorilla permit for a briefing. You will then be assigned to hike with a different gorilla family in a group of eight people. Depending on your degree of physical fitness, the gorillas’ habitat, and their position, it could take two to six hours. Once located, you can have a wonderful experience with them for an hour, during which you can take pictures and observe their behaviour. Return to the lodge afterwards to unwind, eat, and stay the night.
Accommodation: Chameleon Hill Lodge, Mahogany Spring Lodge, Buhoma Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Return to Kampala – Departure.
After breakfast in the morning, check out so that you can travel back to Kampala or Entebbe. Along the journey, you will stop for lunch and observe how drums are made at Mpambire Drum Makers.
End of the 4 Days Double Gorilla Trekking Uganda Tour.
The 4 Days Double Gorilla Trekking Uganda Tour includes;
- 2 Gorilla Trekking Permits per person.
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
- Ground transportation in 4wheel drive safari vehicle.
- Batwa Community Visit.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Services of an English speaking tour guide.
- Tour Guide Allowances.
- Bottled Water in the car.
However, the tour cost excludes; Airfares, Visa fees, personal expenses like souvenirs, beverages, tips to local guides, laundry and any items not listed as included in the cost.