Bwindi Gorilla Trek — 3 Days (Uganda) in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest | Blue Mountain Safaris
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest · Wildlife Safaris

Bwindi Gorilla Trek — 3 Days (Uganda)

Spend one hour with a mountain gorilla family in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest — fewer than 1,000 remain.

⏱ 3 days · ⛰ Challenging · 💰 $ 1,890 per person ·# BMS-BWINDIG
WhereBwindi Impenetrable Forest
Length3 days
PaceChallenging
Group sizeUp to 12
Planning3 days ahead
The journey

Made for the way you want to travel.

The most sought-after wildlife experience in Africa. We fly you from Entebbe to Kihihi airstrip, drive to Bwindi, and the next morning you trek (2-6 hours depending on family location) to spend one magical hour with a habituated gorilla family.

⭐ Highlights

  • One hour with mountain gorillas
  • Permit included ($700)
  • Small group (max 8 trekkers)
  • Bwindi rainforest ecosystem
  • Luxury lodge stay

🛤 Plan by day

Day 1

Entebbe → Kihihi → Bwindi

Morning flight from Entebbe to Kihihi (1.5 hrs). Drive to Bwindi (1 hr). Afternoon at lodge, briefing by lead tracker.

Activities: Flight, transfer

Stay: Bwindi Lodge

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Altitude: 1,300 m

Entebbe → Kihihi → Bwindi on Bwindi Gorilla Trek — 3 Days (Uganda)
Day 2

Gorilla Trek Day

Early breakfast, briefing at 7am. Trek 2-6 hours to reach the gorilla family. Spend ONE hour with them. Return to lodge for celebration.

Activities: Gorilla trek

Stay: Bwindi Lodge

Meals: All meals

Altitude: 1,300-2,400 m

Gorilla Trek Day on Bwindi Gorilla Trek — 3 Days (Uganda)
Day 3

Bwindi → Kihihi → Entebbe

Morning at leisure or optional forest walk. Transfer to Kihihi, flight to Entebbe for international connection.

Activities: Transfer, flight

Stay: —

Meals: Breakfast

Altitude: 1,300 m

Bwindi → Kihihi → Entebbe on Bwindi Gorilla Trek — 3 Days (Uganda)

✓ Included

  • Gorilla permit ($700 value)
  • Domestic flights Entebbe-Kihihi
  • Park fees
  • Professional tracker guide
  • 2 nights full-board lodge
  • All transfers

✗ Not included

  • International flights
  • Uganda visa ($50)
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks
  • Tips
  • Optional second gorilla trek

🎒 What to bring

  • Long trousers
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • Sturdy hiking boots
  • Gardening gloves (for stinging nettles)
  • Rain jacket
  • Insect repellent
Optional extras

Shape the journey around you.

Solo travel

Ask us to price a private room or solo departure.

Private upgrades

Private vehicle, guide time, airport transfers or a slower pace can be added to your quote.

Stay extensions

Add a city, coast or conservation stay before or after the main route.

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Travel style

Choose your comfort level.

Same route, same dates — three levels of comfort. Prices are per person and confirmed by our team before payment.

Economy

Economy Bwindi Gorilla Trek — 3 Days (Uganda)

Economy accommodation and service level, tailored to the confirmed route.

USD 1474 per person
  • Private trip planning
  • Professional local guide
  • Accommodation level selected in the final itinerary
Choose economy
Luxury

Luxury Bwindi Gorilla Trek — 3 Days (Uganda)

Luxury accommodation and service level, tailored to the confirmed route.

USD 2930 per person
  • Private trip planning
  • Professional local guide
  • Accommodation level selected in the final itinerary
Choose luxury