4 Day Gorilla Trek Safari (Gorilla Territory Tours)
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Embark on a 4 Day Gorilla Trek Safari (Gorilla Territory Tours) to witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Don’t miss out on the incredible opportunity to experience the Gorilla Safari Expedition with Mtembezi Safaris, where you’ll have the chance to connect with these creatures on a deeper level and internalize their human-like traits.
- Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
- Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 3: Gorilla Trekking—Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 4: Transfer to the airport for your flight
Detailed Itinerary: 4 Day Gorilla Trek Safari (Gorilla Territory Tours)
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and greeted by our representative, who will escort you to your tour vehicle. You will meet your friendly and professional guide, who is willing to help you with anything throughout the safari. He will then transfer you to your hotel in Entebbe for relaxation and dinner.
Accommodation:
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, you will check out of the lodge and embark on the Bwindi Forest, home to mountain gorillas and covering an area of 331 sq km. The safari will continue westwards to Bwindi and the Kigezi kingdom, home to heavyweights!
Accommodation: Ichumbi Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking—Bwindi Impenetrable
Today, you will have a great time meeting the mountain gorillas in Bwindi’s Impenetrable Forest! After a tasty breakfast, your guide will pick you up from the lodge, head for a briefing, and later enjoy the fullness of the mist forest as you see the gentle giants and other wildlife species like buffaloes, elephants, monkeys, butterflies, and different bird species. Only one hour is permitted to you with the gorillas. Locating gorillas can take a few hours or the whole day, depending on how far they moved from where they spent the previous night. After the trek, you could go for a guided nature walk or a community visit in the evening.
Accommodation: Ichumbi Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to the airport
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kigali for your flight home, ending your gorilla Safari Expedition within Uganda.
End of 4 Day Gorilla Trek Safari (Gorilla Territory Tours)
Here are some tips and guidelines to keep in mind when embarking on a gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park:
- Consider hiring a porter to carry your pack up steep inclines. This not only supports sustainable employment in the community but can also be a great help.
- Show respect to the gorillas by remaining silent and submissive when in their presence. Follow your guide’s instructions calmly and the gorillas will likely be unperturbed by your presence.
- Ensure that you bring enough water and snacks, as treks can take several hours. While accommodations usually provide these, it may be worthwhile to bring your energy treats.
- Consider booking the gorilla habituation experience in advance. This allows you to spend up to four hours with researchers and Uganda Wildlife Authority as they follow a gorilla family group and get to know the dynamics.
- For photographers, consider using a mid-zoom lens such as a 24-70mm, as long lenses can be heavy and impractical. Flash photography is not allowed, and keeping your camera in a waterproof bag can protect it from the elements.
- If you find the terrain too challenging, consider booking a local stretcher or sedan chair in advance at an additional cost.
- Don’t forget to charge your battery before setting out.
Inclusions
- Lunch
- Bottled Water
- Accommodation (3-nights)
- Safari 4×4 Vehicle
- Gorilla permit and park fees
- English-speaking guide
Exclusions
- Visas and International flights
- Tips
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