Beautiful Habitat
Mountain Gorillas
Walking Safari

Itinerary

Day 1

Kampala to Kibale Forest

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Kampala westward through Mubende, arriving in Fort Portal for a hot lunch. Later, continue to Kibale Forest, where you'll embark on an enchanting nocturnal walk. Track unique nocturnal creatures like galagos, bush babies, pottos, and nightjars as they stir in the moonlit forest.

Estimated travel time

5 hour scenic drive

Activities

Nocturnal forest walk

Accommodation and Meals

L, D

Day 2

Kibale Forest

Spend the morning on a guided primate eco-walk through Kibale Forest. Keep an eye out for the endemic red colobus monkey, as well as chimpanzees, grey-cheeked mangabeys, and other fascinating primates. In the afternoon, enjoy a tranquil swamp walk in Magombe, immersing yourself in nature and spotting unique flora and fauna.

Activities

Chimpanzee & primates tracking
Swamp walk

Accommodation and Meals

B, L, D

Day 3

Kibale Forest to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After breakfast, journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, with a stop at the Ishasha Plains to spot the region's famous tree-climbing lions. Travel through diverse landscapes and enjoy a picnic lunch along the way. Arrive at Bwindi later in the day, ready to prepare for your gorilla trek the following morning.

Estimated travel time

6 hour drive

Activities

Short game drive on our way to Bwindi

Accommodation and Meals

B, L, D

Day 4

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After a briefing by the park ranger guide, embark on your highly anticipated trek to locate a family of mountain gorillas. The trek can last between 2 and 10 hours, depending on the location of the gorillas. Once found, spend an awe-inspiring hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Activities

Gorilla trekking

Accommodation and Meals

L, D

Day 5

Bwindi to Kampala

Following breakfast, begin the drive back to Kampala. Enjoy a lunch stop in Mbarara and take a break at the Uganda Equator for photos and souvenir shopping. Arrive in Kampala in the evening, marking the end of your incredible safari experience.

Estimated travel time

8 - 9 hour drive

Activities

Scenic drive with stops at the Equator & Mbarara

Accommodation and Meals

B, L

Prices

Item / Year20252026
2 people booking together$ 4,700$ 5,220
3 people booking together$ 4,250$ 4,720
4 – 5 people booking together$ 3,965$ 4,440
  • All prices are in USD
  • Prices are per person - double occupancy

What's Included

Inclusions

  • Activities as indicated
  • Meals and beverages as indicated, including bottled drinking water
  • Accommodation as indicated
  • All park fees & gorilla permits
  • Airport transfers
  • Services of English speaking driver-guide

Exclusions

  • International airfare
  • Visas & travel insurance
  • Tips to driver-guide & staff
  • Souvenirs & personal items

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