Bwindi Gorilla Trek

This four-day tour is designed for those who want to get to Bwindi and back efficiently, without the extended overland circuit of a longer safari. The focus is the gorilla trek, and the itinerary is structured to give it the space it deserves.

The journey from Entebbe to Bwindi is by light aircraft to Kisoro Airstrip, cutting out the long overland drive and leaving more time in the forest. The afternoon of arrival can be spent at leisure or visiting the Batwa, forest-dwelling people with a long history of living within and around Bwindi, whose traditions offer a distinctive introduction to the landscape before the trek.

Gorilla trekking takes place on day three. After a briefing at park headquarters, guides lead you into the forest to locate a habituated family group. Duration depends on where the gorillas have moved: it can be as short as two hours or extend to a full day. The terrain in Bwindi is steep and frequently muddy; a walking stick is strongly advisable and a reasonable level of fitness is required. Once the group is found, you spend one hour with them at close range, observing feeding, social interaction, and the younger animals at play. Trekking certificates are collected at the park headquarters on the return.

Gorilla permits are limited and must be arranged in advance; we handle this as part of the booking process.

Extend this trip

There's much more to Uganda than just seeing the gorillas in Bwindi! Contact us now to discuss your options for extending this itinerary.