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Great Gorilla Experience
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Duration - 3 days
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Guide optionsEnglish, German, Spanish
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
On this trip you will enjoy a face to face encounter with Uganda mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, spend one evening on a a community tour to visit the Batwa forest pygmies tribe who were evicted from the forest to enable conservation of these amazing giants.
Highlights
- Great conservation efforts for the gorillas
- Gorilla close encounter
- Community conservation
Description
Great Gorilla Experience
Prepare for an adventure of a lifetime in Uganda, where you'll come face to face with Uganda mountain gorillas in the enchanting Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. With experienced guides leading the way, you'll trek through dense forests, feeling the excitement build with every step, until you finally meet these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
But that's just the beginning! After your exhilarating gorilla encounter, dive deeper into Uganda's rich culture with a community tour to meet the Batwa forest pygmies tribe. Hear their stories, learn about their traditions, and gain a new perspective on conservation efforts in the region.
After a day of exploration and connection, unwind at a charming hotel nestled on one of the idyllic islands of Lake Bunyonyi. Take in the breathtaking views, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and let the tranquility of the lake soothe your soul.
And to make your gorilla tracking experience even more enjoyable, we provide a FREE porter to lighten your load and ensure you can fully immerse yourself in the moment. So, get ready for an adventure filled with unforgettable encounters, cultural discoveries, and moments of pure wonder in the heart of Uganda.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Soft drinks/refreshments
- Gorilla trekking permits
- Park entry fees
- 4x4 Safaris Jeep/landcruiser
- Tour Guide
- Gift bags/souvenir from Uganda
- Exclusions:
- Flights
- Vaccines
- Visas
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Uganda Equator
Arrival
- You'll be collected from the airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park & Pygmies Trail
Our tour guide/driver will meet you at the airport and take you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Depending on your arrival time, you can either spend an overnight in Kampala/Entebbe for a fee of less than $100 for late-arriving flights, or immediately head west to the home of the mountain gorillas.
The 9 to 10 hours of driving are worthwhile because of the picturesque views of the western countryside, the terraced Kabale Hills, the fruit shops, and, most significantly, the picture-perfect crossing of the equator line with a lunch stop later in Mbarara
For millennia, the Batwa lived in harmony with the forest and its inhabitants, including mountain gorillas. Some anthropologists believe that pygmy tribes such as the Batwa have lived in Africa's equatorial forests for 60,000 years or more. Our tour guide will take you to their community where you will be welcomed into their home as they demostrate wonderful skills they have mastered for generations including fire and cloth making.
Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park(Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit
June to August and December to February
High Season
June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Wildlife in Bwindi NP
Gorilla
Common
Chimpanzee
Rare
Elephant
Rare
White Rhino
None
Black Rhino
None
Lion
None
Accommodation:
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
- Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi NP & Boat trip on Lake Bunyonyi
After an early breakfast, depart with a packed lunch to the starting point of the gorilla trekking. At the briefing point, a group of locals will entertain you whereafter you will be assigned a gorilla family to trek for the day in the company of an armedranger. Due to the close relationship between humans and these gentle giants, it has been found that most human diseases are easily contractable to these amazing creatures, therefore you are required to carry a face mask and follow all instrcutions from the ranger through out the trek
The trekking experience takes between 1- 3 hours and involves slippery paths during hikes. This tour comes with FREE proter to help you with luggage and any other gears that may need to be taken to the forest to capture your moments. This way you have absolutely nothing to worry about!
After successful trekking, you will be awarded a certificate and optional drive to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
- Mid-range resort located in or near Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Transfer to Entebbe & Stop at Equator
Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home with a stop at the equator. After breakfast and lunch, you may have time to do some shopping for a souvenir before you take your outbound flight.
Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
End of tour
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Great Gorilla Experience duration is 3 days.
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