3 Days Safari to Bwindi Forest NP

3 Days Safari to Bwindi Forest » $1,280 pp* Incl. Permits

Venture into the untouched Forest of Bwindi to trek and find the rare mountain gorillas – Bwindi is arguably the best place to see Mountain gorillas in Africa. 

Bwindi Forest boasts over 500 gorilla individuals all spread across four (04) designated Gorilla trekking regions; Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga, and Nkuringo Regions. Uganda currently has 20 habituated mountain Gorilla Families Open for gorilla trekking in Bwindi & Mgahinga Parks.

Tour Price (2024 – 2026)


$1,280 per person sharing 

This offer is based on 02 persons sharing a Twin/Double room.


Includes;

01 Gorilla permit, 02 nights Accommodation with meals, Transport in a 4×4 Vehicle, Fuel for the entire trip, and the services of a local English-speaking guide.

3 Days Safari to Bwindi Forest NP


TOUR DETAILS:

Tour Starts: Entebbe.

Ends: Entebbe. (Speak to us about ending this tour in Kigali).

Trip Duration: 3 Days/ 02 Nights.

Tour Visits: Bwindi Forest NP.

Minimum Age: 15 Years.

Group Size: 06 Persons Max per group.

Fitness: Medium level fitness recommended. Special arrangements can be made for elderly or unfit.

Brief Itinerary (Day by Day):

  • Day 01: Kigali/Entebbe to Bwindi Forest.
  • Day 02: Mountain Gorilla trekking In Bwindi.
  • Day 03: Transfer to Entebbe – End of the Safari

3 Days Safari to Bwindi 


Day 01: Entebbe to Bwindi forest National Park 

Breakfast; thereafter depart your Hotel at 8:00 am and embark on the drive to Bwindi Forest National Park from Entebbe.  The journey from Entebbe to Bwindi Forest National Park is approximately 500km and lasts ± 9 hours. Lunch en route, and continue to Bwindi arriving in the evening.  Check-in, dinner, and overnight at your lodge.

Journey time: ±9-Hours from Entebbe.

Accommodation:  Broadbill Forest Camp. | Meals Included: Lunch en-route, & Dinner at the Lodge.


Day 02: 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: Broadbill Forest Camp. | Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at the lodge (BLD).


Day 03: Transfer from Bwindi Forest National Park to Entebbe.

Breakfast; and today marks the end of your 03 Days Safari to Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park.

With all your bags your guide will then transfer you to back to Entebbe International airport for your onward return flight.

Drive time(s): Bwindi to Entebbe ± 9 hours.

Accommodation: Not included on this Day – but can be arranged at EXTRA cost – if needed.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch.


Things to note about this 3 Days Safari to Bwindi Forest NP

  • This trip starts & finishes in Entebbe. Speak to us about the possibility of finishing in Kigali. (Prior flight – ground handling planning is important).
  • Unless intending to fly into Uganda and out through Kigali, the ordinary Uganda tourist visa which costs $50 should Suffice. If you plan on flying out through Kigali, we recommend getting the East African Tourist Visa – USD100Valid for 90 Days – which admits you to Uganda & Rwanda.
  • Kigali is ±5 hour’s drive from Kigali – a lot shorter than driving back to Entebbe from Bwindi which is about ±9 hours – carefully decide where you want to start. Feel free to speak to us for additional expert advice.

End of Service – 03 Days Gorilla Safari to Bwindi Forest NP

Where you will stay during your 3 Days Safari to Bwindi


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Broadbill Forest Camp


Broadbill Forest Camp offers the best budget accommodation in  Ruhija Sector of Bwindi Forest – an ideal location to consider as a base for gorilla trekking, birding and any other activities starting in the Ruhija sector. This Camp is owned by a local safari guide Emmy Gongo – one of the reasons we like it. Emmy Gongo doubles up as our resident site guide for our bird enthusiasts visiting Ruhija sector.

Learn more about Broadbill Forest camp


In case you like the tour but prefer to Upgrade your accommodation;


While we try to keep this tour as affordable as possible, the accommodation ( broadbill forest camp is clean, safe and is comfortable. However, if you prefer to upgrade, kindly consider any one of the following options.

Note: Accommodation ought to be decided on before we book your permit. A last-minute change of accommodation may affect the smooth running of this tour – Work with us to get the best of your 3 days budget Uganda gorilla Safari with Realm Africa Safaris™

No. Of PersonsPrice per person
1$1,750
2$1,380pp
3$1,135pp
4$1,130pp
5$1,125pp
6$1,120pp
Price mentioned above Includes: 01 gorilla permit per person, 02 nights accommodation with meals, transport in 4x4 vehicle driven by a local English-speaking driver guide.

Travelers seeking to stay alone in a single room will be charged $40 as single room Supplement fees.

Note:

  • Low season falls in the months of March, April, May & Sept – November.
  • Peak season falls in the months of June, July, August, October & December


Includes & Excludes as mentioned below:


What is included in this tour Price:


  • 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:


  • Gorilla Permit. (Budget $700 pp – We arrange this for you at No extra Cost)
  • Visa Fees (Budget $50 pp – can be got on arrival).
  • 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.)

Safari Van

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.

Toyota Landcruiser

UPGRADE: 

4X4 Safari Customized Toyota Landcruiser – Superior off Road Driving.


For our upmarket clients that wish to enjoy the Superior comfort of traveling 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 Gorilla Safari to Bwindi


 

Queen Elizabeth National Park | Queen Elizabeth Safaris | Uganda Safaris | Realm Arica Safaris |

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 Gorillas, chimps & Lions Safari

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