Longing to set eyes on a Mountain Gorilla? This 4 Days Fly-in Safari to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park – arguably the best place to trek mountain gorillas in Africa. This 4 days Fly-in Safari to bwindi is specifically designed to save you the lodge 9 -10 hours drive from Entebbe to bwindi. The flights from Entebbe to Bwindi take on about 1-2 hours, and the road transfers from the airport to your hotel last just about 80 minutes – you get there still fresh and energetic enough to take on a challenge of a lifetime.
4 Days Fly-in Safari to Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park
Tour Details:
Tour Starts: Entebbe
Ends: Entebbe.
Tour Visits:
Group Size: Maximum 06 persons.
Age limit: 15 years.
Best time to go: Jan – Feb or June – September.
Brief Itinerary::
- Day 01: Arrive in at Entebbe (Uganda).
- Day 02: Fly to Bwindi.
- Day 03: Trek Gorillas in Bwindi.
- Day 04: Fly Back to Entebbe – End of the Safari
Detailed Itinerary (Day by Day) 4 Days Fly-in Safari to Bwindi
Day 01: Arrive at Entebbe International Airport.
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport where you will be met by a representative of Realm Africa Safaris™ who will then transfer you to your accommodation in Entebbe. The drive between the airport and your hotel is hardly 15 minutes.
Accommodation:
Meals Included: Breakfast.
Day 02: Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Today you’ll start your day quite early to allow for sufficient time for you to have breakfast at your hotel in Entebbe before departing for Entebbe International Airport for your 6:30 am Flight to Bwindi. Thes flight typically lasts about 1 – 2 hours where you’ll meet a Realm Africa Safaris guide to transfer you by road to your accommodation in Bwindi.
Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your lodge with options of things to see & do in and around your lodge.
Journey times:
- ±2-Hours Flying from Entebbe to Bwindi.
- ±80minutes scenic road transfer to your lodge.
Accommodation Options:
Meals Included: Lunch, & Dinner at the Lodge.
Day 03: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest National Park
Breakfast; thereafter confirm that you have all the basics; a lunch box (to be provided by the Lodge), raincoat, good hiking boots, waterproof pants + long-sleeved shirt, a pair of strong garden gloves, repellent, a waterproof daypack to carry all your valuables.
Your guide will thereafter transfer you to the briefing point and also help you out through the registration process. After the briefing by a Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger, you will embark on your long-awaited Gorilla trekking experience. Return to the lodge and relax.
Accommodation Options:
- Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
- Buhoma Lodge
- Bwindi Lodge.
- Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge.
- Ride For a Woman (Charity)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at the lodge (BLD).
Day 04: Fly back to Entebbe
Breakfast; and today marks the end of your 4 Days Fly-in Safari to Bwindi impenetrable Forest National Park.
With all your bags your guide will then transfer you back to the airport for your onward return flight.
Journey time(s):
- Road transfer to the airport – ± 80 minutes
- Flight from Bwindi airport to Entebbe – ±2 hours.
Accommodation: Not included on this Day – but can be arranged at EXTRA cost – if needed.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch.
Important things to note about our 4 Days Fly-in Safari to Bwindi
- This tour starts and ends in Entebbe.
- We recommend applying Online for your Uganda Tourist Visa($50)
- Depending on Gorilla permit availability at the time of booking this tour, you might either Fly to Kisoro or Fly to Kihihi.
End of Service – 4 Days Fly-in Safari to Bwindi
Accommodation Options for your 4 Days Fly-in Safari to Bwindi
Accommodation Options In Buhoma Region.
- Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp.
- Buhoma Lodge.
- Bwindi Lodge.
- Mahogany Springs Lodge.
- Silverback Lodge.
- Engagi Lodge.
- Ride for a Woman (charity).
Accommodation Options In Ruhija Region.
- Bakiga Lodge.
- Ruhija Safari Lodge.
- Trekkers Tavern.
- Broadbill Forest camp
Accommodation Options In Nkuringo Region.
- Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge.
- Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge.
- Gorilla Heights Lodge.
- Bwindi Backpackers Lodge.
Accommodation Options In Rushaga Region.
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge.
- Rushaga Gorilla Camp.
- Havens Gorilla Lodge.
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge.
STANDARD OFFER:
4X4 Safari Customized Toyota Super custom – Mini-Van
Our standard model 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.
We don’t publish fixed tour rates as our safari prices differ based on the number of persons traveling, and the type of accommodation – budget, mid-range to luxury.
What is Included / Excluded on this 4 Days Fly-in Safari to Bwindi?
What is included in this tour:
- 01 Gorilla Permit per person ( $700pp – we book this for you)
- 03 nights’ Accommodation.
- Local Scheduled flights Entebbe to Bwindi (return).
- 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 not included in this tour:
- 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.)
Consider adding some of the following suggestions to your 3 Days Budget Gorilla Safari from Kigali
ADD 01 Day for Golden Monkey trekking In Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
With one (01) EXTRA Day added to your 3 Days Budget Gorilla Safari from Kigali, you will be able to take on yet another interest primate tracking experience; Golden Monkey tracking. Unlike gorilla trekking, Golden monkey tracking is a lighter trek but equally exciting to watch the monkeys munch on young bamboo shoots and insects.
See Sample Itinerary: 4 days Budget Gorilla and Golden Monkey Safari
