“Experience gorilla trekking”
4 Day Flying Gorilla Safari in Uganda
African Roots Guest House, 246 Bubuli Road, Entebbe, Uganda
Uganda Gorilla Safari
In this gorilla safari, you can fly to the gorillas from Entebbe instead of driving for nine hours on partly rough roads. This safari guarantees access to scenic spots, handpicked and interesting routes to the best destinations in Uganda. Pamoja Safaris Uganda offers this affordable safari to suite your budget and travel style.
Key information
- Private and group safari possible
- Group size: 4 to 16 persons
- Children policy: Children from 15 years old and above are allowed to join
- Starting and ending point: Entebbe
- Languages: English
- Park fees are included
Meet the guides
Oyer
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Highlights
- Mountain gorilla
- Scenic flights to and from Kihihi or Kisoro airport
- Explore Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
- All ground transportation and transfers
- 3 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
Styles
4 activity days
Group size: Maximum of 6 participants
Airport transfer included:
Entebbe International Airport
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
18:00
Check-out Time:
18:00
During this safari, you will be staying in the following accommodations:
First night
- Luxury: Number 5 Boutique Hotel
- Midrange: Airport Guest House / Best Western Premier Entebbe
- Best budget: African Roots Guest House
Second and third night
- Luxury: Four Gorillas Lodge
- Midrange: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
- Best budget: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Program
Day 1: Arrival - Entebbe International Airport
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be received by our guide/driver to the Pearl of Africa.
You will be driven to your hotel for relaxation and overnight stay as you get ready to start your amazing gorilla trekking experience the next day.
Overnight: No.5 Boutique Hotel Entebbe
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Flight Transfer - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Take a morning scheduled flight to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. %This park is a home to mountain gorillas and its a habitant to half of the world's population of gorillas.
For about an hour you will be on flight enjoying the aerial view of the beautiful landscapes of Uganda.
You will land at Kisoro airstrip and your driver/guide will be waiting to transfer you to the lodge through the beautiful impenetrable forest. Upon arrival you will spend the rest of the day relaxing at the lodge.
Overnight: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: B-L-D
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking & Optional Batwa Experience
Our gorilla trekking experience begins at 8:15 am after your tasty breakfast at the lodge.
This encounter takes more than 2-8hrs, you will need packed lunch and a walking stick as your third leg to support you while trekking. This can be given to you by the lodge or hired at the Uganda Wildlife Authority information Centre for $5
Before embarking on this thrilling adventure, you will be briefed on the dos and don'ts when you come face to face with the gentle giants in the jungle. %You are also advised to carry along with you a rain jacket in case of rains, drinking water, snacks, jungle boots, long trousers and a camera but also flash photography isn't allowed.
After the encounter you will return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation or optional visit the Batwa (Pygmy) and walk around the communities surrounding the park, which gives you a chance to interact with the local people.
Overnight: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: B-L-D
Day 4: Departure Flight - Entebbe International Airport
Being the last day of our 4 Days Flying Gorilla Safari in Uganda, you will be driven back to the airstrip for a connecting flight to Entebbe airport.
Overnight: No
Meal plan: B-L
Guides
Oyer Charles
Charles was born around Murchison falls national park, completed Ordinary level of Education and 2007 become a Tourist Guide after pursuing Cultural Guiding, Bird Identification and interpretation Wildlife training from Makerere University, Kibale Biological field station Uganda.
Location
Uganda is a mega hotspot for travellers. Are you interested in experiencing African Adventures? Uganda is a pearl of Africa, Valley of Apes, a country of endangered mountain gorillas, and hosts ten national parks that offers gorilla trekking safari, chimpanzee tours, game safaris, birding tours, mountaineering, cultural tours, eco tours, flying gorilla safari, we welcome you and ready to provide you with everlasting memory about Africa.
There are ten reasons you do not know about Uganda, think about it. Uganda was declared number one tourist destination in the year 2012. Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), a government agency that conserves and manages Uganda’s wildlife for the benefit of the people of Uganda and the whole world, is now encouraging tourist to embrace nature in Uganda by exploring the amazing country along its less trodden trails in order to experience the true essence of Uganda.
Food
For any special dietary requirement, please let Pamoja Safaris Uganda know early enough before arrival for arrangements with the lodges / hotels.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Soda
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
- Golden monkey - 100 USD
- Forest walk - 50 USD
- Lake Bunyonyi - 50 USD
What's included
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- 3 nights accommodation
- Water in the vehicle for overland sectors
- All ground transportation and transfers as indicated
- Flights to and from Kihihi or Kisoro airport
- English-speaking guide
- Activities as indicated in the itinerary
- Park entrance, ranger guides, and conservation fees
- All applicable tax, administration, and parking fees
- Gorilla permit
- 4x4 wheel drive / safari van
What's not included
- All passport and visa fees
- All health vaccinations and medications
- International flights associated with airport departure tax
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry, gratitude for guide hotel, staff, etc.
- Any extra activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Trip cancellations, travel delays, or baggage insurance
- All statutory matters are beyond control
- Travel or medical insurance is not included
- Optional activities mentioned
How to get there
Recommended Airports
EBB
Entebbe International Airport
9 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Entebbe international Airport (EBB). Transfer from and to the airport is included in the price. Pamoja Safaris Uganda will pick you up and drop you off at the airport.
Airport: Entebbe International Airport
Airport transfer included: Entebbe International Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 60% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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