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Uganda Gorilla Trek
Spend a day trekking with the infamous mountain gorillas in Bwindi National Park on this short but sweet Uganda itinerary...
This itinerary includes the main attraction of Uganda - the habituated mountain gorillas! Logistically, you will fly between Entebbe and Bwindi National Park to spend a whole day trekking through the forest and spending an hour with these incredible primates.
Trip Highlights
This trip is fully customisable in terms of length, days on safari, days at the beach, safari activities, accommodation needs and luxury fine-tuning to meet your wildest dreams, budgets and party size. Do call us any time to price-up and customise this itinerary for you.
Trip Itinerary
NB. All of our trips are fully customisable in terms of length of time, regions, properties and budget. The below is just a sample of an itinerary that has worked well for clients in the past. Do call us any time to talk about this itinerary or any other element of your trip!
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Arrive in Entebbe uganda
Make your own way to Entebbe airport in Uganda. You will be met on arrival and transferred to No.5 Boutique Hotel for 1 night on a B&B basis.
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Fly to Bwindi National Park uganda
Transferred to the domestic airport to fly to Bwidni Impenetrable National Park (the flight is approximately 1.5 hours). Met on arrival and transferred to Buhoma Lodge to stay for 2 nights on a full board basis. Bwindi National Park is home to the endangered mountain gorillas. This fascinating mountain forest hosts chimpanzees and spectacular birds. There are 23 of the 24 Albertine Rift endemic bird species including Blue-throated Broadbill, bar-tailed Trogon and other beautiful forest species. You shall relax this afternoon and be fit and ready for the gorilla trekking the next day!
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Gorilla trekking, Bwindi National Park uganda
This morning you will get up very early and for gorilla trekking. Trekking the Mountain Gorilla is one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The trek will take between 2 and 6 hours, but is well worth the effort. You will be led by an experienced ranger who will tell you interesting facts about flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the Gorillas.
Overnight in Buhoma Lodge on a full board basis. Gorilla permit cost is included in this itinerary.
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Fly back to Entebbe, head home
After breakfast, you will drive to Kihihi Airstrip and fly back to Entebbe enjoying the beautiful aerial view of south western Uganda, the hills and thick vegetation as well as the farming practiced by the locals. Afterwards you will be transferred to the international airport to connect onto your international flights home.
Please go to either of our Tailormade Safari Trips pages to see a lot more safari trips, ideas and budgets.
What kind of Wildlife should you see on the Uganda Gorilla Trek trip in 2026/27?
For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife in the Uganda Gorilla Trek bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding animals that dwell in Uganda Gorilla Trek…
The Parks & Regions featured in the Uganda Gorilla Trek itinerary...
A general introduction to the parks and regions featured in the Uganda Gorilla Trek for 2026/27.
Do visit our Africa Wildlife page for our full wildlife viewing guide...
What are the other great Camps & Hotels across the same Uganda Gorilla Trek parks and regions...
For 2026/27 we highly recommend all the following camps & hotels in the same Bwindi Impenetrable National Park parks & regions — and let us help customise and price-up your ideal trip for you...
1 Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Africa, Uganda
A great choice of accommodation for those looking for a more quiet and remote area of Bwindi Forest in the south-western part of Uganda. Accommodation at Nkuringo comprises of eight cottages in… More…
2 Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Africa, Uganda
This lodge is one of most luxurious in all of Bwindi (we would say on par with Bwindi Lodge). The property feels more “safari-like” as the main area is all open-plan, with… More…
3 Silverback Lodge
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Africa, Uganda
Silverback Lodge offers simple accommodation but with a great location and price tag! It’s a good option for those who want to stay in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park without the price tag… More…
4 Mahogany Springs
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Africa, Uganda
Mahogany Springs is a small independent lodge that sits in Bwindi National Park in the south-west of Uganda. The lodge is owner-run and feels very personable, with great service, comfortable rooms and… More…
And don't miss our Africa Wildlife page for a full guide to the amazing wildlife available...
What other Safari Trips & Tours do you have for the same regions in 2026/27?
An overview of what other tailor-made trips & tours The Africa Specialists have available to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park parks & regions for 2026/27.
A Primate Adventure
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale Forest National Park
From $4,000 per person
See the Trip
Highlights of Uganda
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Entebbe, Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park
From $6,000 per person
See the Trip
Rhinos, birds and monkeys
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Entebbe, Kibale Forest National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park
From $7,000 per person
See the Trip
Adventure and adrenaline
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Entebbe, Jinja, Kibale Forest National Park, Murchison Falls National Park
From $7,500 per person
See the Trip
Do visit our Africa Safari Finder page to find more trips and locations for 2026/27
Other Safari/Holiday types recommended for the same regions in 2026/27...
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