Summary
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DestinationBwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
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Days4 Days
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TransportFlight & Land Cruiser
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Meal PlanFull Board – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
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Pick up and Drop offYes
Accomodation
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Number of clients2, 4, 6 and single supplement
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Stay Duration3 Nights
Join an unforgettable journey to the heart of Africa to encounter majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. This flying safari offers a quick and comfortable transition to the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the world’s highest population of these great apes.
Tour highlights:
- Gorilla Trekking: Trek one of the 20 habituated gorilla families in the dense forests of Bwindi.
- Batwa Cultural Visit: Meet the ancient Batwa people, the original inhabitants of the central African forests.
- Scenic Flight: Enjoy a one-way flight from Bwindi to Entebbe, offering stunning aerial views of Uganda.
- Nature Exploration: Embark on a waterfall hike and explore the rich biodiversity of the Albertine Rift.
About the places:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: A UNESCO World Heritage site in southwestern Uganda covering 331 square kilometers.
- Biodiversity Hub: Home to over 120 mammal species, 350 bird species, and 200 butterfly species.
- Entebbe: A tranquil lakeside town and the gateway to Uganda, featuring botanical gardens and the Mabamba wetland.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Entebbe Airport – Transfer to Hotel
- Warm welcome to the Pearl of Africa by your private safari driver.
- Transfer to Entebbe Forest Lodge for a tranquil retreat.
- Optional exploration of Entebbe Botanical Gardens or Mabamba Wetland.
- Overnight: Entebbe Forest Lodge.
- Meal Plan: Dinner.
Day 2: Transfer to Entebbe Airport – Flight to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Early breakfast and transfer to Entebbe Airport for a domestic flight to Bwindi.
- Scenic 1.5-hour flight over lush hills and terraced landscapes.
- Transfer from the airstrip to your lodge for lunch and an afternoon community walk.
- Overnight: Mahogany Springs (Luxury) / Buhoma Haven Lodge (Mid Range) / Ride 4 a Woman (Standard).
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking – Batwa Community Visit
- Early morning briefing at the park headquarters before entering the forest for trekking.
- Spend a life-changing hour observing a gorilla family in their natural habitat.
- Afternoon cultural visit to the Batwa community to learn about their ancient forest lifestyle.
- Overnight: Mahogany Springs / Buhoma Haven Lodge / Ride 4 a Woman.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 4: Waterfall Hike – Flight to Entebbe Airport – Departure
- Morning guided waterfall hike through the prehistoric forest of Bwindi.
- After lunch, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe.
- Arrival at Entebbe for your international departure flight.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch.
Cost of the Safari Per Person Sharing in USD
| 4 Days Gorilla Safari | 2 PAX (US$ PP) | 4 PAX (US$ PP) | 6 PAX (US$ PP) | SRS (US$) |
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| Luxury Safari Lodge | 4,770 | 4,482 | 4,370 | 1,084 |
| Mid-Range Lodge | 3,380 | 3,092 | 2,980 | 320 |
| Standard Lodge | 2,825 | 2,537 | 2,425 | 275 |
Know before you go
What's included?
- Meet & Greet service and all airport transfers.
- One-way domestic flight from Bwindi to Entebbe.
- One Gorilla permit per person ($800 value).
- Transportation by a 4×4 Safari Jeep and services of an English-speaking guide.
- All park fees, Batwa community visits, and waterfall hike.
- Accommodation, meals as per itinerary, and bottled drinking water.
What's is excluded?
- International flights and visa fees.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Tips, souvenirs, and items of a personal nature.
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
