Overview
Starting from Mbarara saves you the long drive from Kampala. Day one takes you south, day two is the trek and day three is the return, with the gorilla permit booked on your behalf.
- Track a habituated mountain gorilla family with a ranger guide
- Forest scenery on the steep hills of Bwindi
- Optional night beside Lake Bunyonyi on the way
- Permit handling taken care of
Where this trip goes
Day by day
Day 1Mbarara to the Bwindi area
Drive south through Kabale to your lodge near the park, with scenic stops on the way.
Overnight: Lodge near Bwindi
Day 2Gorilla trekking
Attend the ranger briefing, trek into the forest and spend your permitted time with a gorilla family before returning to the lodge.
Overnight: Lodge near Bwindi
Day 3Return to Mbarara
Drive back to Mbarara, with time for a stop at Lake Bunyonyi if the schedule allows.
Included
- Professional driver-guide and a safari vehicle from Mbarara
- Accommodation and meals as listed in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water on the road
- Park entry fees
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Ranger guide at the park
Not included
- International flights and airport taxes
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Drinks not listed in the itinerary
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
- Personal items such as laundry and souvenirs
- Porter fees (optional)
What to pack
- Neutral, earth-toned clothing (avoid bright colours and camouflage)
- Sturdy closed shoes or light hiking boots
- Light rain jacket and a warm layer for early mornings
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent
- Binoculars and a camera with spare batteries
- Reusable water bottle and any personal medication
- Gardening-style gloves for gripping vegetation
Questions about this trip
Is the price per person?
Packages are quoted per person, with separate rates for foreign visitors and East African residents. Send an enquiry and we will confirm the current figure for your dates and group size.
Can this trip be adjusted to suit us?
Yes. Every package is a starting point. Tell us your dates, group size and interests and we will reshape the days, the pace and the accommodation level.
Can children trek?
There is a minimum age for gorilla trekking set by the park authority. Ask us for the current rule when you enquire.
