Journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Uganda Equator - After enjoying breakfast, embark on an 8-9 hour drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, located in the southwestern region of the country. There will be a stop at the Equator, offering a unique chance to stand in both hemispheres simultaneously and capture some memorable photos. Another stop will be made for lunch along the way before continuing the journey to Bwindi, arriving in the evening. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Start the day with an early breakfast and proceed to the Park headquarters to join fellow trackers for a briefing on gorilla trekking guidelines at 7:45 am. Accompanied by guides, trek through dense creepers and undergrowth to locate the Gorillas, a journey that may take 1-8 hours. The steeply forested terrain is densely packed but interwoven with numerous animal trails, facilitating tourist access. Once the Gorillas are spotted, spend an hour with them before transferring to Lake Bunyonyi. The drive traverses a picturesque region often dubbed ‘the Switzerland of Africa’ due to its distinctively cool climate despite its proximity to the Equator. This lake is renowned as one of the most stunning locations in western Uganda. It is the second deepest lake in Africa [900 meters deep] and one of the few places in the country deemed safe for swimming as it is free from bilharzia. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Lake Bunyonyi Tour

Lake Bunyonyi - Begin with an early breakfast and head to the Park headquarters to join other trackers for a briefing on gorilla trekking rules at 7:45 am. Trek through thick creepers and undergrowth with guides to find the Gorillas, which may take 1-8 hours. The steeply forested landscape is incredibly dense but interwoven with numerous animal trails, allowing tourist access. Spend an hour with the Gorillas once located and then transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. The drive passes through a beautiful part of the country often referred to as ‘the Switzerland of Africa’ due to its unique cool weather despite being near the Equator. This lake is considered one of the most beautiful places in western Uganda. It is the second deepest lake in Africa [900 meters deep] and one of the few places in the country where swimming is considered safe as it is bilharzia-free. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at

Return Journey to Entebbe

Entebbe - Rise early, enjoy breakfast, and conclude the stay in the “Land of the Mountain Gorillas,” departing with cherished memories of the time spent with the captivating Mountain Gorillas. Travel back to Kampala with a lunch stop along the way, then proceed to Entebbe Airport to catch the flight back home.

• National Park fees included
• Complimentary bottled water
• Experienced driver/guide
• Delicious lunch provided
• Tasty dinner included

• Gratuities
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Embark on a magical 3-day gorilla trekking journey in the dense Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the dwelling place for over half of the world’s remaining 720 Mountain Gorillas. Bwindi not only offers a mystical bird-watching experience, but also cultural encounters and breathtaking scenery of lush hills and dense verdant vegetation occupied by these secretive primates. Trekking the gorillas is undoubtedly the most mesmerizing experience in this forest. Be prepared to be awe-struck by the majesty of these great apes as they feed, play and unwind. The trip concludes with a tranquil canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi, one of the most beautiful bodies of water.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.