Duration
4-Day
Accra, Uganda
This midrange fly-in safari is tailor-made & suitable for all travelers who are short of time, but want to see the rare mountain gorillas plus meet the Batwa Pygmies on a pocket-friendly budget. This safari includes Return flights from Entebbe to Kisoro Airstrip over the beautiful highlands. Today, more than half of the gorilla population in the world lives in Uganda, which makes the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park the best place to take a gorilla trekking safari in the world.
Plan snapshot
Duration
4-Day
Route
Entebbe to Entebbe (Entebbe)
Via Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Country & park
Uganda
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
gorilla trekking
Accommodation
Airport Link Guest House - Budget guest house in Entebbe (City) – Dinner Included
Meals
Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses lodges and guest houses.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Day 1
Budget guest house in Entebbe (City) – Dinner Included
Dinner Included
Day 2-3
Mid-range lodge 1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Upon arrival at Entebbe Airport, the company rep will be waiting to receive you. Thereafter, we'll transfer you to Airport Link Guest House, Entebbe. There will be a pre-trip briefing for any questions and clarifications about your safari in-order to set off on the right foot. Depending on your time of arrival, you could opt to go for the afternoon shoebill sighting in the Mabamba Wetlands or the sunset cruise on Lake Victoria. Otherwise, just relax at the Hotel. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Airport Link Guest House, Entebbe. Budget guest house located in Entebbe (City) Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
You'll have an early morning breakfast and check out of the hotel, transferring to the Entebbe Airport for your departure flight to Kisoro. Flight time EBB KIS 07:00 8:15 (Check in 1.5 hours before flight take off.) On arrival at Kisoro Airstrip, you will be picked up and transferred by road to Mutanda Lake Resort transfer is approx 2hrs. You'll relax at the lodge with a warm cup of tea or Uganda coffee. You'll have lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, you'll transfer for a boat ride on Lake Mutanda. Lunch, dinner, and overnight stay will be at Lake Mutanda Resort. Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
After an early morning breakfast, you will be transferred to the gorilla trekking trail head for a briefing at 8 am before setting off for the trek. The head rangers will allocate you to a trekking group with other guests before setting off. En route to the gorillas, your guide will point out signs of previous gorilla activity, including dung, nests, and chewed bamboo shoots. The time taken to track the gorillas can be as few as 2 hours to as many as 7 hours. Once the gorillas have been located, your group will be allowed a maximum of one hour with them. Coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla is a truly humbling and emotional experience. This is a fantastic and privileged opportunity to get up close and personal with Uganda’s very own ‘Gorillas in the Mist’. You will depart the lodge with a packed lunch, just in case you stay longer in the forest. You will return to the lodge for the trek for a hot meal and relax. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Mutanda Lake Resort. Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
You'll have breakfast and check-out transferring back to Kisoro Airstrip by road for your flight back to Entebbe. KIS EBB 0835 1125 / 1205 1425. You will be met by our Company Rep at the EBB Airport and assisted through security to check in for your departure flight. You will have lunch at the Airport before boarding. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Offered by
Activentures Africa Safaris - is a Safari Operator offering authentic & eco-friendly tours in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania & Seychelles. We offer custom itineraries for discerning travelers, focusing on authentic wildlife experiences, cultural immersion, & eco-conscious operations with a portion of profits supporting conservation and community initiatives. We curate trips that range from budget to luxury, including gorilla trekking, wildlife viewing, and hot air balloon rides.
Offices In
Uganda, United States
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2008)
Member Of
AUTO & UTB
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Seychelles, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5An excellent trip, top-notch organization, a fantastic driver, and perfect hotel choices. Excellent value for money. We loved it!!! (automatic translation from French)
Sebastien · Djibouti
I have traveled to over 80Countries and used countless coordinators and Dianah and her team are absolutely the best. My wife and I recently traveled to Ethiopia, Uganda, and Rawanda for 3 weeks on a trip organized by Dianah. Everything was perfect. Our Driver/Guides, Richard and Robert are both excellent English speakers and very knowledgeable guides as well. Their vehicles are well maintained, clean and comfortable Land Cruisers. The lodges Dianah selected were first class…. With super friendly staff and excellent dining. Trekking to observe Silver Backs up close in the wild is an exhilarating experience I will never forget. I can’t wait to work with Dianah on a future African adventure!
Jeff · United States
My husband and I were married in a civil ceremony in 1993 and di not have time or money for a honeymoon. For many years we have dreamed of a safari to make memories that we could reflect on as we grow older. A chance meeting with Musa led to the safari adventure of our dreams! I spoke with Musa about what our ideal safari adventure would look like and what we wanted to experience. He and Diana put together an adventure that was everything we wanted and so much more. They suggested things that we hadn't even thought of. From the moment we boarded the Kenya Airlines flight to commerce to the beautiful continent of Africa until the last moment when we arrived back in New York, everything was perfect. I am a very "hands-on" planner and this was an adventure of which I had no concept of what to expect. The experienced team at Activenures knew just how to put together the most amazing experiences and anticipated all of our needs before we had even thought about them. Their collective knowledge was so helpful in planning and executing our dream anniversary trip. They did not miss any details. Our accommodations were amazing, comfortable and well planned. Our safety was considered a number one priority. So much so, that we never even considered it because we felt so safe and comfortable that we never had to. The people who were assigned to guide us through Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda were extremely professional and their knowledge was unmatched. Musatu was our guide for the majority of our safari and we found him to be so very knowledgeable and seasoned. He was simply delightful and went above and beyond to show us his beautiful country with its amazing animals and even more amazing people. The people of Africa are so gentle and kind. We felt very welcome at every place we visited. We are so grateful to Activentures, Musa, Diana and Musatu for helping us realize our dream of getting to experience Africa in a way that was so personal and memorable. We can't say enough about the amazing experience that these folks put together for us. The 16 days we spent in Africa were so memorable without any glitches, without any problems and without any mix-ups. This is the kind of service you can only get with people who have a lot of experience with what they do. We will carry our African adventure in our hearts for the rest of our lives!
Mrs Sharon Howell · United States
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Airport Link Guest House - Budget guest house in Entebbe (City) – Dinner Included. Meals: Dinner Included
This tour starts and ends in Entebbe
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Activentures Africa Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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