4 Days
Flying Gorilla Trekking Safari Uganda 18 - 21 Apr 2025
$3,050 per person
Overview
Highlights:
- Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Scenic Flights over Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Equator crossing for photos
- Scenic views of Lake Bunyonyi
Itinerary
Fly for 1 hour from Entebbe to Kisoro. This scenic flight is a highlight that will spoil you with the exquisite sights of the lakes and rivers, valleys and hills, swamps and mountains that make up the beautiful mosaic that is Uganda” The Pearl of Africa” Upon arrival, your guide will drive you to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park where you will settle in to your lodge as you prepare for your next days’ trek.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, head to the park office at 08:00 am for a briefing. Thereafter, walk into the depth of the jungle for what is arguably one of the most unique wilderness experiences. Walk down the narrow forest paths and make your way through thick undergrowth with the bird sounds in the background as you search for the gorilla families. Trekking can take between 2-6 hours. However, once found the experience of watching these incredible primates in their natural habitat is well worth every ounce of energy expended on the tiring forest trails. It is most advisable for trekkers to be in good physical condition before embarking on the trails. Get in close proximity with the gorillas as you watch the gorillas eat, groom and play. Thereafter, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi where you will spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Start your day with an excursion to Joshua’s Island where we are in for a treat and a feel of the local life in Lake Bunyonyi. Explore the area as you learn about the interesting history and traditions of the people of Bunyonyi. A visit to Joshua’s homestay will follow. Here we’ll learn to make a “rolex” with home grown ingredients and taste one of Uganda’s favourite street delicacies. Option of hiking and swimming in the lake are also on offer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, we’ll embark on a 7 – 8 hour drive back to Entebbe. We’ll stop over at the Equator for photos and lunch. Thereafter, we’ll proceed to Entebbe where we will arrive in the evening hours.
Accommodation: No accommodation
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Map for the Trip
- Shared Accommodation - 3/4* Lodges
- 1 Gorilla permit each
- Meals as listed
- English speaking Tour Guide/s
- Private 4X4 -4WD Vehicle/s
- One way flight Kisoro - Entebbe
- Activities listed above
- Bottled water & fruits
- Government taxes
- Medical Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages
- Personal expenses
- Visa fees to Uganda
- International flights out of Uganda
- Activities not listed above Tips
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What To Carry
- Passport copy
- a good pair of trekking boots
- long sleeved shirt
- rain coat
- trousers
- swimming costume
- small torch
- sun glasses
- a hat
- warm gloves
- sun screen
- insect repellant
- a good camera and a pair of keen eyes!