3-days Gorilla trekking and Batwa community visit

5.0 (5 reviews) Kampala, Uganda
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Engage with nature and culture on this 3-day adventure in Uganda, highlighted by a thrilling trek to meet the majestic mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Experience the vibrant Batwa Community and enjoy a serene canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi, making memories of a lifetime. The trek offers breathtaking scenery through tropical rainforests and terraced hills, ensuring an unforgettable wildlife encounter. This tour is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers looking for a unique experience in East Africa.

- Trek to the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
- Explore Batwa Community's rich cultural heritage
- Enjoy a canoe ride on the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi
- Includes meals and a scenic drive through diverse landscapes

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Two nights accommodation
  • Airport/Departure Tax
  • International flight fare
  • Entry visa
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Laundry services
  • Tips
  • Gorilla permit

What to expect

Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national park
  1. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
    7h
    On your arrival at Entebbe international airport (EBB), you will be met by a ML Afrika Safaris & Tours Uganda staff and guide that will brief you and start the long journey early in the morning from Kampala or Entebbe international airport. Along the way , you will have a stop over at the equator for photography and to have lunch . After having the yummy local food of your choice, get back to the car and start off the journey via Mbarara city the famous place known as the land of milk and long-horned cattle via the beautiful sights of Lake mburo national park . Our guide with give a good explanation about the area as you the enjoy the bends and turns of the smooth road to the misty bwindi Forest. Arrive at the accomodation, register and have a welcoming juice or coffee . Check in . Relax in the Jungle courtesy of beautiful sounds of birds in the impenetrable forest. You will have an engagement with your guide on the next day's activities.
Day 2: Uganda Gorilla trekking and visiting the batwa community
  1. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
    6h
    Wakeup early in the morning, meet your guide and have breakfast. You will be driven to the Uganda wildlife office . Arrive at the venue, register and head for the briefing. After the briefing, you will be put in a group of eight people to visit a particular gorilla family with a ranger guide . During the the set-off, you will be given porters who will carry your belongings like parked lunch , snacks , cameras or any other item since the activity takes an average number of nine hours. Encounter the impenetrable forest via beautiful hills in search of gorillas . You will have to see the birds , butterflies, and plant species during your Trek. After the wonderful activity, you will go back to the designated area to meet your guide ,be certified and head back to the accommodation for hot lunch , juice or any other drink of your choice. Relax and prepare for batwa experience, local community walks . Learn how the batwa make fire and get food through hunting. Engage and participate.
Day 3: Travel back to Kampala/Entebbe
  1. Kampala
    8h
    Wakeup early in the morning, have breakfast with your guide. Our guide will make sure that all your belongings are fully together and he will put them in the car . set-off to Kampala. Enjoy the smooth drive and the beautiful sighting of the impenetrable Forest and the local community. Have lunch in mbarara and continue to Kampala/ Entebbe airport or any other client's drop off point . An appreciation will be offered to you . " Thanks for travelling with pieland gorilla safaris" Have journey mercies .

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

We pick up our international clients from the airport on arrival where Our Tour guide, stuff and driver wait for you with a sign with your names and the company details, however for our local client, pickup locations can be arranged either at their residence, cafes, hotels, gas stations depending on your convenience.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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