Fly-in Gorilla Habituation Tour in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
If you want to spend more time with mountain gorillas but have limited days in Uganda, our 3-day fly-in gorilla habituation tour is perfect for you. Instead of enduring a long 8-9 hour drive from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, we use quick flights to get you there. This tour focuses on maximizing your time with these incredible creatures, allowing you to spend four hours with them in just one day.
Highlights:
- Journey to Uganda for a remarkable experience.
- Tour begins and ends in Entebbe, Uganda.
- Explore Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- Activities include gorilla habituation experience.
- Transportation provided in open-sided 4×4 vehicles.
- Airport transfers included.
- Additional accommodation arrangements can be made.
- Small group safari, max 6 people per group.
- Tour can depart any day and be customized.
- Solo travelers welcome, age limit 15 years and above.
Detailed Itinerary:
Arrival:
- Airport pickup arranged.
- Additional accommodation before the tour available at extra cost.
Day 1: Pick up from Airport
Begin your adventure by heading to Entebbe International Airport for a one-hour internal flight to Kisoro Airstrip. From there, enjoy a road transfer to Nkuringo Gorilla Camp for overnight stay.
- Meals included: Lunch and Dinner
- Overnight Lodge: Nkuringo Gorilla Camp
Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience
Rise early and head to the park headquarters for a briefing on the dos and don’ts while with mountain gorillas during your habituation experience. Guided by researchers and guides, embark on a trek into the forest. Along the way, you may encounter various birds, animals, and primates. Spend four hours with the gorillas, observing their behaviors and the researchers’ work of habituation. You may even participate by collecting samples, naming group members, and making calls.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Overnight Lodge: Nkuringo Gorilla Camp
Day 3: Departure
Transfer by road to Kisoro Airport for your morning scheduled/charter flight to Entebbe Airport. Conclude your tour with an optional post-tour night in Entebbe or connect with your international departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
