This safari offers a thrilling opportunity to experience Uganda’s biodiversity and Uganda’s star attraction the endangered Mountain Gorilla.
The Mountain Gorilla is the bulkiest of living primate, and among the most peaceable. The best destination in Uganda to witness the giant Mountain gorilla is Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Encountering these gentle giants is a highlight in any African journey.
Day 1: Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park:
In the morning, you will be will picked up from your to depart to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You will drive to Bwindi through Uganda’s rolling green hills. The journey affords images of the long horned Ankole cattle, the rolling hills and terraced landscapes of the region, and beautiful panoramas. Dinner and overnight at your preferred lodge.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Tracking Expedition
Take early morning breakfast and transfer to the park headquarters for briefing before you move along the park trails tracking the gorillas. After the briefing from the authorities of the park, set off for the trekking into the rain tropical forest covering the hills surrounding Virunga Volcanoes. Gorilla tracking is a captivating and unforgettable experience which more than repays the effort needed to reach Bwindi and to trek through the forest. The walk will be informative providing information about the gorillas and other primates. After tracking you may choose to go for an optional activity like a community cultural tour, hiking, Mountain biking among other activities. Enjoy the superb comfort and service of your Lodge.
Day 3: Second Gorilla trekking
After breakfast, you will report to the headquarters for your second trek to a different gorilla group. Transfer back to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Bwindi to Kampala:
After a morning breakfast, return to Kampala with great memories and moments spent with the fascinating endangered mountain Gorillas. You will have a stopover in Mbarara for lunch. Drop-off to the airport or your respective accommodation which marks the end of your safari