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Entebbe · Central · Uganda

3 Day Gorilla Trekking Trip in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Starting From From $1,683.03 per person Current Project Expedition rate
3 Days 3.96 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Multiday Trip Operated by Dav Safaris
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The Experience

What your day looks like

An adventurous to the southwestern part of Uganda will take you to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park; the park is one of the smallest parks with the biggest reasons to visit Uganda. This is where Golden Monkeys and mountain Gorillas trekking in Uganda can be done, these are the two most endangered animals in the world over. The Nyakagezi gorilla family is the only one you can find in this national park, the group has 9 members including the silverback as the leader; in the park, you can have a chance to see forest buffalos, forest elephants, bush pigs, leopards, jackals, duikers, and bushbucks. Bird watching in the park is also another impressive adventure with about 178 to 184 recorded species of birds.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Gorilla Trekking In Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
  • Road trip Via Mbarara and Kisoro Town
  • Equator line Experience with time for photography
  • Bird watching in the park with about 178 to 184 recorded species
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Entebbe

Welcome to Uganda! you will be picked up by the safari guide to kicking start your three days gorillas’ safari with the transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National park. Upon arrival at the park check-in at the lodge.

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Entebbe

Accomodation: Lake Mutanda Safari Lodge or it’s equivalent.

Day 2

Entebbe

Goodmorning! Make sure that you have your packed lunch and enough water, have a short drive to the park headquarters for briefing about the dos and don’ts of the Gorilla trekking conducted by the Uganda wildlife authority ranger guides.

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Entebbe

Eco Tour at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Gorilla Trekking Then start your guide tour into the forest where you may spend approximately 5 hours in search of the habituated Nyakagezi gorilla group because their movement is unpredictable, upon reaching them you will spend 1 hour with them observing, learning about their behaviors, and photographing. After gorilla trekking, you will transfer back to the lodge for relaxation.

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Entebbe

Accomodation: lake mutanda safari lodge or its equivalent

Day 3

Entebbe

Mbarara On this day, after your relaxed breakfast, you will embark on the transfer to Kampala or Entebbe via the equator line with an en-route lunch in Mbarara Town.

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Entebbe

Now Leaving Continue with your drive. Upon arrival at your point of departure, Services end there. We are happy you came and hope to see you again soon! Thank you for visiting!

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Gorilla trekking permit Professional guides Transport in a Standard 4×4 safari vehicle.

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing and footwear Any personal items you may need

Meeting & Pickup

The safari guide will pick you up from your place of residence or at the Airport. Entebbe, Bwindi, Etc. Let us know at the time of booking.

Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business

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