Drier periods, especially June to August and December to February, tend to make Bwindi's steep, wet trails easier.
UGANDA · WILDLIFE + NATURE
UGANDA — MOUNTAIN GORILLAS
Gorilla trekking with permission and specialized support.
DURATION9 days
BEST TIMEJun–Aug / Dec–Feb
EXPERIENCEWildlife + Nature
COUNTRYUganda
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Kampala → Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi → return
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FEATURED
Key highlights
1Gorillas in Bwindi
2Impenetrable Forest
3Queen Elizabeth National Park
4Kazinga Channel
5Uganda landscapes
6African wildlife
Walking into the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with permission and expert guides to observe mountain gorillas is a rare and carefully controlled experience.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Kampala
Arrival in Kampala or Entebbe and first night in Uganda before heading to the western parks.
DAY 2
Kampala → Queen Elizabeth
Travel towards Queen Elizabeth National Park, crossing rural areas and landscapes of western Uganda.
DAY 3
Queen Elizabeth: safari
Safari day on the Queen Elizabeth in search of elephants, buffaloes, lions and other animals from the park's savannas.
DAY 4
Queen Elizabeth: second day
Navigation along the Kazinga Channel, observing hippos, birds and fauna on the banks between Lakes Edward and George.
DAY 5
Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi
Departure from Queen Elizabeth towards Bwindi, with the forest becoming denser as the journey approaches the gorilla habitat.
DAY 6
Bwindi and preparation
Trekking day in Bwindi, with briefing from the rangers and walk through the forest to the group of gorillas authorized for visit.
DAY 7
Bwindi: Gorilla Experience
Second day in Bwindi for trails, local community or rest after the main trek.
DAY 8
Bwindi → Kampala
Return towards Kampala or Entebbe, once again crossing the landscapes of southwestern Uganda.
DAY 9
Kampala and closure
Last hours in the capital region and departure.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
Safaris and rainforests lead to one of Africa's most intense wildlife experiences: gorilla trekking in Bwindi.
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