What to Bring for Gorilla Tracking
Good walking boots, wet weather clothing, and warm layers for the evenings – it gets cold and damp at this altitude. The sun is still fierce during the day – even when overcast – so be sure to still wear sunscreen and a sun hat. You may also want to bring waterproof bags to protect cameras and other equipment when hiking. Water and snacks will be provided.
Safari Overview
The three days safari takes you to Bwindi Impenetrable National park. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a UNESCO recognized World Heritage Site and a habitat for the endangered mountain gorillas. It hosts 50% of the world’s Mountain Gorilla Population.
It is located in South Western Uganda on the edge of the western rift valley, covering 331 square kilometers shared by Kabale, Kisoro, and Kanungu districts on the edge of the western rift valley.
The park lies on an altitude range of 2607m (Rwamunyonyi peak)-1160m (Ishasha gorge).
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the best place in the world to track the endangered Mountain Gorillas.
Apart from gorillas, there are 11 primate species in the park. They include Black-and-white colobus and L’Hoest’s monkeys, baboons, and chimps among the many. Other residents are Forest Elephants and several species of antelopes. Of Bwindi’s 200 butterfly species, 42 are endemic to the Albertine Region. Out of around 350 species of birds, 23 Albertine Rift endemics.
Trip summary
Day 1 Transfer from Kampala for Bwindi Impenetrable national park
Day 2 Gorilla tracking
Day 3 Transfer back to Kampala
Day 1 Transfer from Kampala for Bwindi Impenetrable national park
After an early breakfast, check out and depart at 8:00 am towards Western Uganda. We stop at the Equator to allow time for photographs. During the drive, you will see long-horned Ankole cattle, the rolling hills and terraced landscapes of the region, and beautiful panoramas that are part of the Kabale District. We have a lunch break en-route at Igongo Country Hotel. We arrive at the park in the late evening and check in at your lodge.
Meal plan (L, D)
Accommodation: Luxury-Buhoma Lode
Midrange- The Haven Lodge
Budget- Buhoma Campsite
Day 2 Gorilla tracking
Arise early in the morning, have breakfast and then drive to the park headquarters where they will brief you about how to track the Gorillas. Note that you have to be physically fit to undertake this activity and one is given one hour to interact with the primates. You will be led by the park rangers through the forest in a bid to see the great apes. On your way, you will might see other primates through the thick forest, like the red-tailed monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, baboons and some bird species which include the African green broadbill, White-tailed blue flycatcher, Brown-necked parrot, White-bellied Robin-chat and among others. This activity may take half a day or a full day depending on the location of the gorilla group. After the trek, return to the lodge for relaxation.
Meal Plan (B, L, D)
Accommodation: Luxury-Buhoma Lode
Midrange- The Haven Lodge
Budget- Buhoma Campsite
Day 3 Transfer back to Kampala
After breakfast, you will set of for Kampala and have lunch en route. Our driver guide will drop you at your hotel or airport if you have a late evening flight and end of the safari.
Meal plan (B, L)
Note on accommodation
This itinerary is based on a trip to Buhoma Section which is the main sector in the park but can be adjusted according to the location of the gorilla family to be tracked.
Inclusions
- Ground transport per private 4WD safari vehicle
- English speaking driver/guide
- Airport transfer
- Equator stopover
- Gorilla permit
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals as described in the itinerary
- Bottled mineral water in the safari vehicle
- Entrance fees and ranger fees for national parks
- Activities and excursions mentioned in the program
- VAT for hotels and lodges outside Kampala
Exclusions
- Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, tips, telephone calls, laundry etc
- Personal insurance
- Souvenirs
- Tip/gratitude
- Visas and international air tickets
- Any other items which are not included in the itinerary
A deposit of 40% is required when booking this safari.
The remaining balance will be charged 40 days prior to departure.
For any bookings within 40 days of departure, the full trip amount will be charged upon booking.
Why Book with us?
- Our Safaris Depart any day
- Unbeatable prices
- Authentic African experience
- Customizable safari packages
- Accommodation and meals inclusive
- Professional guides
Best time to go
The best wildlife viewing months in Uganda are during the Dry seasons from June to August and December to February. Primate walks in the forest are a big part of any safari in Rwanda.
The habitat of rain forests is, by default, very wet, and one can’t avoid rain completely.
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