Uganda Gorilla Safari

Gorilla trekking sits at the top of most East Africa lists. Pick your own start day. This four-day plan gets you from Entebbe into Bwindi, onto a habituated family, and back.

Highlights

• One gorilla trek permit in Bwindi
• Choose your own departure day
• Private transfer, not a scheduled bus
• Lodge night before the trek

How the days go

1. Day 1

   Entebbe to the southwest

   Long scenic drive toward Bwindi, with stops at the equator and for lunch. Lodge on the forest edge.

2. Day 2

   Gorilla trek

   Briefing at the park gate, then a ranger-led trek. Time in the forest varies with where the family moved overnight.

3. Day 3

   Forest morning

   A community walk or a second optional activity, then begin the return toward the lake.

4. Day 4

   Entebbe

   Back to Entebbe in time for evening flights.

In the price

• Private English-speaking guide
• Safari vehicle and fuel
• Park fees on this route
• Accommodation on the plan
• Meals noted in the day plan
• Airport transfers on the first and last day
• Bottled water in the vehicle

Not included: international flights, visas, tips, travel insurance, and drinks beyond water in the vehicle. Gorilla permits are included only when the quote says so — confirm that line before you pay.