3-Day Uganda Gorilla Habituation Tour in Bwindi

Overview

Need to spend longer with Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat? This 3-day Uganda Gorilla Habituation Tour will reward you with a full day experience with these primates, including an incredible 4 hours of close encounter with the gorillas.

This is significantly more than the 1 hour you spend with them during normal gorilla tracking.

This experience can only be done in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the Rushaga Region.

A gorilla habituation permit costs $1,500 each, making it less favorable for clients on budget gorilla tours.

Please note that there is no gorilla habituation experience in Rwanda; you can only enjoy the normal gorilla tracking experience on your Rwanda safaris.

Note: We offer this 3-day Uganda Gorilla Habituation Tour as part of our group safaris in Uganda.

If you prefer to do it in a group, we can arrange that for you.

This 3-day Uganda Gorilla Habituation Tour is designed for clients who want to spend 4 hours with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

It’s much like a research experience, allowing you to learn how these gentle giants are habituated. Please see the itinerary below:

Day 1 – Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park

On the first day of your 3-day Uganda Gorilla Habituation Safari, you will have an early breakfast and meet your guide from our Africa gorilla trekking company.

You will set off at 6:30 AM, heading south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

There will be a brief stop at the Equator, a line that separates the northern and southern hemispheres of the earth.

Here, you can enjoy a cup of coffee, take memorable photos, and then proceed to Mbarara for lunch before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Day 2 – Gorilla Habituation Experience (Rushaga – Bwindi)

On the second day of your 3-day Uganda Gorilla Habituation Safari, you will spend 4 hours bonding with the gorillas, observing their behavior, feeding them, and interacting with them.

Please note that only 8 people are allowed to participate in the habituation experience each day, divided into two groups of 4 people, ensuring a more intimate and exceptional encounter with these gentle primates in their natural habitat.

Since you will spend most of the day in the forest with the gorillas, it is advisable to have a hearty breakfast and carry a packed lunch along with drinks.

You are expected to return to your starting point before dusk.

Day 3 – Transfer back to Kampala and Departure

On the final day of your 3-day Uganda Gorilla Habituation Safari, you will embark on a 9-hour road trip back to Kampala to catch your flight home.

If you opt for a chartered flight, the journey to Entebbe will take only 2 hours.

The road option gives you another opportunity to pass by the Equator.

Upon reaching Kampala, you will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of your Uganda safari tour.

End of 3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Habituation Tour.

Questions about this tour

Is the gorilla permit included in the price?

Yes. The gorilla trekking permit is part of the tour price, and we buy it for you as soon as you confirm, so your trekking date is secured.

Can you change this itinerary?

Yes. We can change the dates, add or remove days, switch the trekking sector and pick budget, mid-range or luxury lodges. We adjust the plan until you are happy with it.

How do I pay?

You pay a 60% deposit to confirm, and the balance is due a month before you arrive. You pay us once; we handle the permits, lodges and transport.

Is it a private tour or a group?

Either. You can travel privately or with a small group, whichever suits you.

How fit do I need to be?

A gorilla trek takes 2 to 7 hours depending on where the family is. Rangers place trekkers in groups by age and fitness, and porters can carry your bag.

When should I book?

Only 8 people can visit each gorilla family per day, so permits for the dry seasons sell out. We recommend booking at least three months ahead.

Aqram Ssalima

Just amazing experience that we need individually

BACAMUVYUMA Eraste

The Buhoma Visitor Center is where our incredible gorilla trekking journey began. The morning briefing was clear, professional, and built up the excitement perfectly. The rangers here are walking encyclopedias of forest knowledge! They made us feel safe and prepared for the hike ahead. Watching the traditional dance performance by the local women’s group while we waited was a beautiful cultural touch. An experience I will never forget!

Ralph Barber

Very nice welcome center and friendly staff...they have local dancers and crafts prior to your activity

Tony Easterby

Amazing experience a must do go see the gorillas how they should be wild not in a cage

Niwagaba Isaiah

Visit the place and discover the experience

Sam Travel Agent Uganda

Watching these gentle giants up close, seeing their expressions, their family bonds, and their calm strength was truly humbling. The hour spent with them passed so quickly, yet it left memories that will last forever. The trek itself was challenging but rewarding, and the guides ensured everyone felt safe and supported throughout the journey.

Alex M

Spent 3 nights at Forrest Gorilla Lodge and did gorilla tracking 2 times. The first tracking was rather hard for me and I am quite fit. So do let them know if you want easy-moderate-hard trail. We saw a large family of 13 gorilla including 3 little ones. The round trip time including 30 min drive each way was about 5 hours. The second tracking was ultra easy. About 2 hours round trip. We saw a smaller family of 8 gorillas with 2 little gorillas.

3-Day Uganda Gorilla Habituation Tour in Bwindi Forest

Overview

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 – Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park

Day 2 – Gorilla Habituation Experience (Rushaga – Bwindi)

Day 3 – Transfer back to Kampala and Departure

What's included

Questions about this tour

Ready to meet the gorillas?

Overview

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 – Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park

Day 2 – Gorilla Habituation Experience (Rushaga – Bwindi)

Day 3 – Transfer back to Kampala and Departure

What's included

Questions about this tour

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