Is the gorilla permit included in the price?

Yes. The tour package includes the official Uganda Wildlife Authority gorilla trekking permit, currently valued at USD 800.

How long is the actual gorilla trek on Day 2?

The trek can take anywhere between 30 minutes to 8 hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family assigned to your group that morning.

Will I have time to visit the Batwa community on this 3-day itinerary?

No—this specific itinerary is tightly focused on gorilla trekking and travel between Kampala and Bwindi. Visiting the Batwa community would require an extra day. For a similar trip that includes visiting the Batwa, book 3 Days Gorilla Trekking & Lake Bunyonyi instead.

Can I choose the gorilla trekking sector within Bwindi?

Because the tour is pre-arranged, the trekking sector is usually pre-booked based on availability (Rushaga, Buhoma, Ruhija, or Nkuringo). If you have a preference, let us know early during booking.

Where does the tour start and end?

The trip begins in Kampala or Entebbe and ends at your preferred drop-off location—either back in the city or at Entebbe International Airport.

3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari in Bwindi

Step into the heart of Uganda’s wilderness on this 3-day gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Hike through misty jungle trails and come face-to-face with the majestic mountain gorillas—one of the most rare and humbling wildlife encounters on Earth.

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Venture Deep Into the Impenetrable Forest for a Rare Wildlife Encounter

This three-day gorilla trekking adventure transports you to the ancient, mist-covered jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to nearly half of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas.

Deep in the heart of southwestern Uganda, this experience is more than just a trek—it’s a humbling journey into the wild.

Alongside the once-in-a-lifetime encounter with gorillas, you’ll enjoy breathtaking scenery, cultural stopovers, and a close-up look at Uganda’s unique biodiversity.

Tour Highlights

Scenic countryside drive through central and southwestern Uganda
Equator stop for photos, crafts, and refreshments
Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Optional birdwatching, nature walks, or community visits
Cultural lunch stop at Igongo Cultural Centre
English-speaking driver-guide and comfortable 4x4 vehicle

Day 1 :

Travel from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Your adventure begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe.

From here, you’ll journey southwest toward Bwindi, passing through beautiful countryside, banana plantations, and traditional homesteads.

A stop at the Equator offers a chance to stretch, take memorable photos, and shop for handcrafted souvenirs.

Next, enjoy lunch in Mbarara, the heart of the Ankole Kingdom. You'll then continue through rolling hills and terraced landscapes as you approach the misty highlands of Bwindi.

Arrival at your lodge will be in the late afternoon or early evening, just in time to relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the next day’s trek.

Accommodation Options

Silver: Broadbill Forest Camp, Trekkers Tarvan Cottages, Rushaga Haven Lodge
Gold: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, Gorilla Mist Camp, Buhoma Haven Lodge
Platinum: Chameleon Hill Lodge, Ruhija Gorilla Safari Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Bwindi Lodge

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Day 2 :

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

After an early breakfast, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a detailed briefing from the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

You'll then be assigned to a gorilla family and guided into the dense, mountainous forest.

Trekking can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours, depending on the location of the gorillas. The hike itself is a sensory overload—lush vegetation, birdsong, distant monkey calls, and the crisp scent of rainforest air.

Once you find the gorillas, you’ll spend a magical one hour observing them as they feed, interact, and play.

Few wildlife experiences on Earth match the quiet awe of standing meters away from a silverback and his family.

After the trek, return to your lodge for a well-earned rest and dinner.

Day 3 :

Return to Kampala or Entebbe

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.

En route, enjoy a cultural stop at Igongo Cultural Centre for lunch and an optional mini-tour through the Ankole museum to learn about traditional ways of life in southwestern Uganda.

Arrive in Kampala or at Entebbe International Airport in the evening, marking the end of your unforgettable safari.