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When people think of primate safari in Africa, a safari into the heart if the Bwindi Impenetrable rainforest is most certainly one that comes to mind. A gorilla trekking safari is a true wildlife adventure in Uganda. We present you a unique opportunity to come into close contact with the largest of all primates and rarest subspecies of gorillas – the mountain gorilla & lowland gorilla. Visitors embarking on this 3 nights/4 days gorilla trek can expect to journey through mud, jungles and bamboo forests to seek out gorilla families. Spending time with these critically endangered creatures is one of the world’s most unique activities. The rarity of the gorillas along with the effort required to get to them makes for an unforgettable experience.
Safari Highlights
- Entebbe international airport sorrounded by Lake Victoria eyes stretching up to the Golden horison in the evenings .
- Aerial flight across the green countryside, homesteads, rugged hills, meandering road , river network and the amazing craterlakes.
- Bwindi impenetrable National park – Home to more than 50% of the World’s Gorilla population and lots of Birds. Expect to see more than just Gorillas!
- Batwa Experience – One of the oldest surviving tribes in Africa.
Terms and Conditions
The rate indicated is the total safari cost per person based on 2 pax sharing and has been issued based on the current taxes, park fees, concession fees, VAT exemptions and other taxes. Should any of these be changed by the Government of Tanzania we reserve the right to amend these rates and charge the additional amount to the clients, to be paid before arrival at camp, even if the booking had been confirmed and pre-paid.
Itinerary
Your guide & host will meet you right on tarmac before entering the airport building, assist through customs, get luggage and transfer to the hotel. Overnight accommodation at the Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis.
After breakfast, you will be transfered the airport where to catch your domestic flight to Bwindi. Depending on arrival time and space availability on the domestic flights, we may either opt for a morning or afternoon flight.
In the afternoon, Visit the Pygmy/Batwa community - A cultural tourism activity at its best! It’s a hands-on, mind-opening experience you will never forget as you go for an incredible day hike in the rain forest with the elderly Batwa (pygmy) guides. See how the Batwa lived and hunted, learn about medicinal plants, and watch for animals and birds. You will share a traditional meal with the Batwa, hear ancient legends and traditional songs, and join in on a mock hunting party. You can even test your skill with a Batwa bow and arrow and participate in traditional dances. Meals and accommodation included at the lodge.
Depending on the Gorilla family booked, you may have breakfast at the lodge or have a parked breakfast. Meet your personal guide at the lounge and drive down to the Park Headquarters for a briefing and later enter the Gorilla sanctuary for an interesting search of the gentle giants.
Experienced Wildlife guides along with trackers and porters will accompany you through the evergreen forest. The journey, through dense foliage and up steep climbs, leads you to a life-time experience of viewing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. After finding the Gorillas, you will have an opportunity to be within meters of these magnificent apes, sharing in their daily lives and experiencing their day-to-day activities. With an estimated 850 Gorilla population in the world, spending one hour with a Gorilla family is a once in a lifetime experience! You will later follow your footsteps and return to the forest edge, meet your guide, head back to the lodge. Depending on trek duration, you have an option for a picnic lunch or have a warm meal at the lodge.
Optional Ride for a woman project visit:
In the afternoon, you have option to visit a women project (Ride 4 a woman). It’s a charitable organization set up to support women who are victims of poverty, HIV epidemic, and domestic violence. Your visit indirectly supports the project work and while here, you may participate in basketry, weaving, making local dishes and have the best opportunity for craft shopping. Meals and accommodation included at the lodge. See options in the quote
Following an early breakfast, transfer to Kihihi airstrip in time for your 9:45 AM flight arriving Entebbe Airport at 1125 AM. Depending on the weather, you may have the best views of the Volcanoes, villages, and Lakes as you take off, proceed to the airport and connect to your onward international flight.