3-Day Gorilla Habituation Experience in Uganda
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Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with our 3-Day Gorilla Habituation Safari in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Unlike standard gorilla trekking, the habituation experience allows you to spend four hours with a wild gorilla family, observing and participating in the process of getting them accustomed to human presence. This exclusive experience is available only in Uganda and offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with these incredible primates.
The trip can start from either Kigali (Rwanda) or Kampala (Uganda).
Included/Exclude
- Full-time English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodation & meals as per itinerary
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- Bottled drinking water
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Miscellaneous expenses
Tour Plan
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport (Rwanda) or Entebbe International Airport (Uganda), our professional driver/guide will meet you and begin the scenic transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.
- From Kigali: A 4-hour picturesque drive through Rwanda’s "Land of a Thousand Hills" and across the Uganda border.
- From Entebbe: An 8-hour drive across Uganda, passing through the equator and lush countryside.
Accommodation options:
- Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
- Rushaga Gorilla Camp
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
- Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
- Lake Mutanda Resort
- Chameleon Hill Lodge
Meals: Dinner & overnight stay at the lodge
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing on the Gorilla Habituation Experience. Unlike regular trekking, this exclusive activity allows only four visitors per day to spend up to four hours with a gorilla family under habituation.
At 8:00 AM, begin your guided trek through Bwindi’s misty rainforest, accompanied by expert researchers and rangers. This immersive experience gives you a deep understanding of gorilla behaviors and conservation efforts.
The trek’s duration varies depending on the location of the gorillas, but expect a full day in the jungle. Enjoy a packed lunch in the wilderness before returning to your lodge for a well-earned rest.
Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning before embarking on your return journey. Depending on your schedule, you can opt for a morning gorilla tracking session before heading back.
- To Kigali: 4-hour scenic drive
- To Entebbe/Kampala: 8-hour drive
Your tour ends upon arrival at the airport or your preferred drop-off location.
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