4-Day Flying Bwindi Safari – Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
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The 4-Day Bwindi Flying Safari is designed for travelers who want to experience gorilla trekking without long road drives. Fly from Entebbe to Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrip (a scenic 45-60 minute flight with Aerolink Uganda) and spend two days tracking mountain gorillas in the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
This package allows you to:
Save time with a direct flight to Bwindi
Enjoy two gorilla trekking experiences in different sectors
Immerse in the local Batwa cultural experience
Stay in top luxury lodges near the gorillas
Included/Exclude
- Scheduled internal flight (Entebbe – Bwindi – Entebbe)
- Two Gorilla Permits per person (USD 800 each)
- 3 nights’ accommodation & all meals
- Airport pick-up & transfers
- Bottled mineral water for refreshment
- 4×4 safari vehicle for ground transportation
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide
- All activities as per itinerary
- International flights
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Personal expenses (tips, beverages, souvenirs, etc.)
Tour Plan
Pick-up from your hotel in Kampala/Entebbe and transfer to Kajjansi Airstrip for your scheduled flight with Aerolink Uganda.
Enjoy a scenic flight (45-60 minutes) to Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrip, avoiding the long 8-hour drive.
Upon arrival, meet your driver/guide and transfer to your lodge.
Relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings of Bwindi.
Accommodation options:
- Mahogany Springs Lodge
- Buhoma Lodge
Meals: Dinner & overnight stay at the lodge
Early breakfast, then transfer to the park headquarters for a detailed safety briefing by experienced rangers.
Embark on your first gorilla trek, navigating through thick rainforest vegetation. The trek's duration varies (2-6 hours) depending on the gorilla family's location.
Once you find the gorillas, spend a magical one-hour observing and photographing them.
Enjoy a packed lunch in the jungle.
Return to the lodge for relaxation.
In the afternoon, take an optional cultural walk to the Batwa community, where you'll experience their unique history and traditional dances.
Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
Today, you will go for a second gorilla trek—visiting a different gorilla family for a new and unique experience.
Spend another one-hour observing and photographing these gentle giants.
Return to the lodge for a late lunch and relaxation.
Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, transfer to Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe Airport.
Arrive at Entebbe, where our representative will transfer you to your hotel or assist with your onward flight.
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