3 days gorilla trek in Uganda Raven
Overview
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day gorilla trekking adventure in Uganda, where breathtaking landscapes and close encounters with the endangered mountain gorillas await. This experience takes you deep into the lush tropical forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.
Your journey begins with a scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside—rolling hills, tea plantations, and vibrant local villages. Upon reaching Bwindi, settle into your comfortable lodge and prepare for the next day’s highlight: a guided gorilla trek led by expert rangers. Trek through dense jungle terrain as you follow in the footsteps of a gorilla family, observing their behavior, interactions, and natural habitat up-close—an experience that is both humbling and unforgettable.
After the trek, enjoy cultural encounters with local communities such as the Batwa, gaining insight into their traditions and way of life. This 3-day tour is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers looking for a short yet deeply immersive wildlife experience in Uganda.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi national park
Upon arrival, you will be met and greeted by your guide. He will transfer you to Bwindi gorilla national park. Upon arrival, you will check-in at the at the lodge for relaxation and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Ichumbi gorilla lodge (Midrange)/ Gorilla hills eco lodge (Budget)
Meal plan: Full board
Day 2: Gorilla trekking and transfer to Mgahinga.
Well prepared with your packed lunch, cameras, water, rain jackets, long pair of trouser and hiking boots and other gear, you will assemble for briefing time at 8:00 am, find the rangers that will inform you about gorilla tracking the great adventure and experience! The time taken to encounter these peaceful primates is impulsive for it may take 1-5 hours.
Nevertheless, on encounter, one may be forced to say, it is stunning!!!! After the adventure certificate rewards will be successful given out every trekker. After the trek, you will be transferred to Mgahinga gorilla national park.
Accommodation: Ichumbi hotel (Midrange)/ Mondi hotel (Budget)
Meal plan: Full board
Day 3: Golden monkey trekking & transfer to Kigali
This will take us through the edges of the forest via potato fields and the briefing will be conducted at the briefing point. The trekking will take us 3-4 hours after the trekking; we shall return to the lodge. After enjoying a majestic one-hour stay with the golden monkeys, you will check out of the lodge and transfer back to Kigali international airport for your flight back home.
End of tour
What’s included?
- Gorilla permits
- Golden monkey permits
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Transportation
- English speaking guide
- All transfers
What’s not included?
- Balloon Safari (Can be organized at an extra cost of 599$ per person)
- Additional personal expenses
- Tips and Gratitude’s
- Visas
- International and Local flights
- Beers, Sodas and Wines
- Accommodation on day of departure or arrival If needed. (Can be organized upon request)
- Airport Pickup and Transfer (Can be organized at 70$ transfer/pickup Kilimanjaro Airport 0$ Arusha Airport)
