Departing Uganda
3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari
Duration
3 Days - 2 Nights
Safari Overview
Nestled in the lush, mist-covered hills of southwestern Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. This short yet thrilling safari offers you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to come face-to-face with these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
From scenic drives through the countryside to the exhilarating trek through dense rainforest, this tour is perfect for wildlife lovers, photographers, and intrepid travelers seeking a meaningful connection with nature. Whether you’re tracking a gorilla family or soaking in the serene beauty of Uganda’s highlands, every moment promises to be awe-inspiring.
Quick summary of the destination
- Bwindi National park
Safari Plan
Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi.
In the morning, you will drive southwestwards to Bwindi National park, with stopover in Mbarara town for lunch. Continue the scenic drive to Kabale town, also known as the “Switzerland of Africa”. Later proceed to Bwindi impenetrable national park. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 2: Gorilla tracking and community walk.
In the morning, assemble at the park headquarters for briefing from the park rangers about the dos and don’ts while with the gorillas. Proceed for the memorable adventure in the forest, an activity that may take 2-6 hours depending on the movement of the animals. Meet and stay with the animals for a maximum of one hour, then descend to the park headquarters and then to your Lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the evening, you may go for community walk in the nearby Batwa community, where you will be entertained and given tales of their unique culture. Dinner and overnight at your hotel
Day 3: Transfer to Kampala.
In the morning after your breakfast, you will set off your journey back to Kampala with stopovers for photography and lunch reaching late in the afternoon, and you will be transferred to your hotel for dinner and overnight or to the airport for your departure flight.
Included/Exclude
Cost Includes
- Full board accommodation whilst on safari
- All meals and activities as stated in the itinerary
- Accommodation in double/twin/triple room sharing
- All park entrance fees to include government taxes
- Game drives as detailed in the itinerary
- Extensive Game drives
- Game viewing in camps 4x4 vehicles
Cost Excludes
- Visa
- Airport Taxes- client pay direct
- Tips
- Laundry
- Drinks
- Items of a personal nature
- Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit)
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Tourist Seasons
High Season (Peak)
Months : July to October
Mid-December to mid-January
Why it’s peak:
Great Migration in the Maasai Mara (July–October)
Dry weather = easier wildlife spotting
Shoulder Season (Mid)
Months: January to March
June
Characteristics:
Still dry, but slightly hotter
Fewer tourists than in high season
Wildlife still abundant
June sees parks start to dry up ahead of migration
Low Season (Green / Rainy Season)
Months: April to May (long rains)
November (short rains)
Characteristics:
Wet and muddy – some roads and parks become harder to access
Lush landscapes, but wildlife may be harder to spot
Fewer tourists = quieter parks
