Sample Itinerary

5-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Escape

A focused itinerary for travelers with limited time who want gorilla trekking done properly.

Overview
5 Days / 4 Nights

For travelers who cannot spare a full week but still want gorilla trekking done without compromise, this itinerary strips the trip back to its essentials: a private trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, built around a small, comfortable lodge and a genuinely unhurried pace either side of the trek itself.

Journey Highlights
Day by Day
Day 1
Arrive Entebbe
Arrival; overnight near the airport.
Day 2
Fly to Bwindi
Transfer; afternoon nature walk.
Day 3
Gorilla trekking
Full-day trek; celebration dinner.
Day 4
Optional second activity
Batwa cultural walk or birding.
Day 5
Fly to Entebbe, depart
Return flight and onward connection.
Trip Details

What's Included

  • All accommodation as specified, on a full-board basis
  • Private guide and 4x4 safari vehicle throughout
  • All park entrance fees and government taxes
  • All game drives, boat cruises and activities listed in the day-by-day itinerary
  • Gorilla and/or chimpanzee trekking permits, as specified in the itinerary
  • All internal transfers (road or light-aircraft, as specified)
  • Bottled water in-vehicle throughout
  • Airport meet-and-greet on arrival and departure

What's Excluded

  • International flights to and from Entebbe
  • Uganda visa fees
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, curio purchases)
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers and lodge staff
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages, unless stated by the lodge
  • Optional activities not listed in the day-by-day itinerary
Day-by-day structure, inclusions and pricing basis are illustrative — confirm exact logistics, permit availability and lodge selection with operations before quoting a client.

Build this into your trip.

Speak to a safari designer to adjust pacing, sectors and lodges to your preferences.