Family luxury Safari, Gorilla tracking safari
Classic Luxury Gorilla Trekking
TRIP DURATION
4 Days
journey type
Land Journey
time of the year
Jan-Feb, Apr - Oct, Dec
where you'll visit
Bwindi Forest National park Volcanoes National Park,
Tour Overview
This Classic Luxury Gorilla Trekking, At the Most Rewarding Experience, you will break your Journey into Africa’s Most Dense forest – Bwindi Forest National Park in Uganda where you will get a one-on-one Experience with the Mountain Gorilla In Bwindi forest. Gorillas Live in Families, you will get deep and inspired to something remarkable in your life after learning about the conservation efforts invested in conserving and keeping these incredible Wild animals. On this Journey, You will Arrive at Kigali which is the capital of Rwanda and Explore some hidden Gems in Rwanda then Proceed to Bwindi Forest National park Via Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park – learn about the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Campus and which will give you a glimpse of Gorilla conservation and then cross the border to Uganda.
Your Safari/trip Includes
- All relevant Government taxes
- Park fees
- Domestic flights as per the itinerary
- Ground transportation
- Gorilla permits
- Water in the vehicle for all overland sectors
- Services of a qualified English-Speaking Driver Guide
- Meals as showed in the itinerary
- Accommodation as showed in the itinerary
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
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Our safaris are exhilarating adventures that take you into the heart of the continent's wild landscapes, allowing you to witness diverse wildlife, stunning scenery, and vibrant cultures.
Get Deep into The Forest
Wake to The Great Day of Chimpanzee Trekking inside Kibale forest.
Walk in the Footpath of Dian Fossey
The Unique opportunity to see the Gorillas in their natural habitat is unforgettable.
Where Gold Meets Silver
With the Gold coated fur that Makes them strikingly beautifully, track golden monkeys.
"We loved the guides provided - each of the 3 were so personable and knowledgeable. Provided attention to what we wanted and delivered on all aspects, from hotels, air, and the gorilla trek. From my first email, their communication was outstanding."
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Itinerary Details
Day-by-day
Meet and Greet By Your GoExplore Representative, who will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Kigali, take you through a briefing for your Gorilla trekking experience on your trip, and hand over some of the requirements for your gorilla experience.
In the Morning, Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park where you will arrive in the afternoon, however, we shall have a stop at the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Campus (Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund) after this we shall cross the border and transfer passing through some of the most beautiful sceneries of Bwindi and Uganda’s wild remote areas. Arrive at the Lodge for your Lunch and prepare for your Gorilla trekking Experience, this is one of the best activities where you get up close and spend more time with the mountain gorillas. You will have dinner and then overnight.
After an early morning breakfast, you will head out to the briefing point at the park headquarters where you will be briefed on the dos and don’ts to follow while in trekking and assigned a gorilla family and a ranger. You will then head out for the trek where you could spend differing time because it all depends on where you will find your gorilla family assigned. Once you find the family, you will be given a chance to take some photos and also observe the way of life of the gorilla family, how they interact with each other and also play with each other.
Departure, you will embark on your Journey heading to Entebbe by flight on Aerolink arriving in the morning with a great lunch ambience at Hotel Number 5 Boutique and then farewell.
About booking this tour
Gorilla & Chimpanzee tracking is subject to the availability of permits, which are limited to 8 per gorilla group per day and 6 per chimpanzee track per ½ day.
Any Gorilla and Chimpanzee permits required need to be paid for upfront when booking. As soon as funds clear in our account, we will go ahead and purchase.
Gorilla and Chimpanzee permits are always 100% non-transferable and non-refundable
The RATES are subject to change and are based on Availabilty with effect from July upon release of the new tariffs from Uganda Wildlife Authority
On flights and land-based tours within East Africa, each passenger is limited to a maximum baggage weight of 33 pounds (15 kilograms). This includes the weight of purses and camera equipment in addition to regular luggage. Luggage restrictions are adhered to very strictly and passengers should pack their bags accordingly. Soft-sided luggage or duffels are preferable to hard luggage for storage on safari vehicles and also on aircraft used throughout East Africa. Dimensions should not exceed 23 inches (58 centimetres) long x 13 inches (33 centimetres) high x 10 inches (25 centimetres) wide.
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