Two nights on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and one hour face to face with a mountain gorilla family — permit, lodge and transfers in one quote.
Sample package — hotels, itinerary and prices to be confirmed with the operator.
Day by day
Day 1 Entebbe to Bwindi
Fly Entebbe to Kihihi or Kisoro airstrip (or take the scenic drive), then transfer to your forest lodge on the edge of Bwindi. Briefing on trekking etiquette, dinner and overnight.
Day 2 Gorilla trek
After breakfast, walk to the park headquarters for a briefing, then trek with Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers — one to six hours depending on where your family is — for one hour watching the gorillas feed, groom and play. Afternoon at leisure or an optional community walk.
Day 3 Return to Entebbe
Transfer back to the airstrip for the flight to Entebbe, connecting to your onward flight home.
Prices
| Hotel | Room | Price (per person sharing) |
|---|---|---|
| Forest lodge | Standard cottage | $1,950 |
| Upmarket forest lodge | Deluxe cottage | $2,480 |
“From” prices — the written quote for your dates is the figure that counts.
Included
- One gorilla trekking permit per person (currently $800)
- 2 nights full board at a forest lodge
- Return domestic flights Entebbe–Kihihi/Kisoro (or road transfer)
- Airstrip and lodge transfers
- Park ranger guides on the trek
- Bottled water on transfers
Not included
- International flights to/from Entebbe
- Uganda visa
- Tips for rangers and porters (porters available at about $20)
- Drinks and personal items
- Travel insurance — required
Good to know
- Sample package — confirm lodges, permit availability and prices before publishing.
- Gorilla permits are limited to eight visitors per family per day and sell out months ahead — enquire early.
- Trekking can be strenuous on steep, muddy ground; a reasonable fitness level is recommended.
- Visas and entry rules depend on your nationality — check the official source for your destination.
