3 Days Low Season Gorilla Safari
Our 3 Days Low Season Gorilla Safari to Bwindi impenetrable forest is a popular journey for travelers seeking to see mountain gorillas in the Wild. Realm Africa Safaris gorilla trekking Safari – holidays whether off season or peak season remain small group Holidays only admitting 2 – 4 travelers – we are small and also like to keep our numbers small for a better experience and our contribution to responsible gorilla trekking travel.
3 Days low seson Gorilla Safari
Tour Starts: Entebbe.
Ends: Entebbe
Tour Destination(s): Bwindi – South West Uganda
Age Limit: 15+ years.
No. of Nights: 02 nights.
Minimum No. of Travellers: 02 sharing a twin / double room.
Maximum No. of travellers: 04 persons in a group.
#Solo Travelers are Welcome to join this tour.
#Women are encouraged to join – Read more ” Gorilla Trekking Holidays for Women-Only ”
#Disabled persons are welcome to join this tour – Read more “ Special need Gorilla trekking for disabled persons”
Getting around: 4×4 Mini Vans. (Upgrades available at EXTRA cost).
SPECIAL NOTES:
*Uganda Gorilla Permits included in the tour Price.
Low Season Months: April, May & November.
Accommodation before ( the night of arrival) the tour departs and on the last day (the end day of your tour) can be arranged at an EXTRA cost.
BRIEF ITINERARY:
- Day 01:Entebbe to Bwindi Forest.
- Day 02: Mountain Gorilla trekking In Bwindi.
- Day 03: Transfer back to Entebbe – End of the Safari
Important to note:
**Treat all the above information herein as a guide – we will make necessary adjustments depending on gorilla permit, and accommodation availability at the time of booking this tour. Of course, we will inform you before making any adjustments to your itinerary.
3 Days Low Season Gorilla Safari from Entebbe
DAY 01: Transfer to Bwindi impenetrable Forest National Park
Breakfast; thereafter you will meet your driver-guide for the 3 Day Low Season Discounted Uganda Gorilla Safari to Bwindi Forest. The drive to Bwindi Forest usually lasts 9-hours, we, therefore, recommend departing your hotel at 7:00 am.
You will stop at the equator for coffee or souvenir shopping and photography (don’t forget to Have your picture taken at the Equator). Thereafter you will proceed with the drive to Mbarara town where you will stop for lunch. Continue to Bwindi arriving in the late afternoon on time for check-in, dinner and overnight.
Journey time: 9-hours drive.
Accommodation:
Budget: Buhoma Rest camp – Basic community owned camp – located inside the Park – Remarkable views of the Forest.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner (LD).
Day 02: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest National Park.
Breakfast: thereafter with a packed lunch box, 02 litres of bottled drinking water, a raincoat, a pair of long sleeved shirt + trousers, good hiking boot, a pair of garden Gloves, repellent, a camera with extra charged batteries and extra memory chips all packed up in a waterproof daypack, your driver guide will transfer you to the briefing point. After the briefing, you will embark on the trek through Bwindi forest in search for the mountain gorillas. Gorilla trekking can be strenuous to even the most physically fit – we recommend that you hire a porter (extra cost not included in the tour price) to help you carry your daypack and also give you a hand during your trek – read more ” Why to Use a porter for gorilla trekking“. Upon getting to the mountain gorillas, you will be allowed up to 01-hour with the mountain gorillas – viewing and photographing them. Return to the Lodge – relax and unwind to the memories Of gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable forest.
Accommodation:
Budget: Buhoma Rest camp – Basic community owned camp – located inside the Park – Remarkable views of the Forest.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner (LD).
DAY 03: Return to Entebbe for Onward travel.
Breakfast; thereafter check out of the lodge with a Ll your belongings and embark on your journey – arriving on time For your outbound international flight back home.
End of service – 3 Days Low season Gorilla Safari.
Accommodation while on our 3 Days low season gorilla safari
Rushaga Gorilla Camp
Rushaga Gorilla Camp offers all three (03) budget categories; low, midrange and luxury upgrades. While on our 3 Days Low season Gorilla safari trip, you will stay in the Budget rooms (Upgrades are possible but will cost EXTRA).
The lodge is situated close to the Bwindi Forest (10 minutes walk). The food and service at this property is good – atleast our past clients have mentioned to us. Read our opinion about Rushaga Gorilla Camp.
Includes & Excludes as mentioned below:
What is included in this tour Price:
- 01 Gorilla Permit per person.
- 02 nights’ Accommodation.
- All meals as indicated in the itinerary.
- All ground transportation.
- An English speaking driver-guide.
- All fuel Costs for the tours as per the itinerary.
- Bottled mineral water in the car NOT at the lodges.
What is excluded in this tour price:
- Visa Fees.
- Any government imposed increments on park fees/taxes.
- Accommodation on the last day.
- International flights (from/to home).
- Tips (tipping guideline US$10 pp per day).
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
STANDARD OFFER:
4X4 Safari Customized Toyota Super custom – Mini Van
Our standard mode of transportation is Road transport in of 4×4 Safari Customized Vans.
The Vans have an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari and a seating capacity of upto 06 passengers (Maximum) each with the privilege of having a personal window seat.
UPGRADE:
4X4 Safari Customized Toyota Landcruiser – Superior off Road Driving.
For our upmarket clients that wish to enjoy Superior comfort of travelling in our state of art Toyota land cruiser, we can upgrade you at an Extra Cost.
All our land cruisers come fully air-conditioned and with a cool box fully packed with complimentary en route drinks and snacks. The trucks all have large windows and an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari.
Consider adding some of the following suggestions to your 3 Days Low season Gorilla Safari
ADD 02 Days In Queen Elizabeth National Park
In the two (02) additional days you will be able to visit Ishasha Sector for the tree-climbing lions, Take a boat trip on the Kazinga channel, trek to see chimpanzee in the Kyambura gorge, and also track lions in the Kasenyi Plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
See sample Itinerary: 5 days Primates (Gorillas & chimps) and Lions.
