3-Day Gorilla Habituation Experience in Uganda
ID: GYG1291174-1974378
Categorie:
Land: Rwanda
Duur:
3 dagen
Beschrijving
Embark on a 3-day journey from Kigali to Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for an immersive gorilla habituation experience, combined with cultural encounters and scenic lakeside relaxation.
Begin with an early morning pickup in Kigali, followed by a scenic drive to the Uganda border. After immigration formalities, continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge.
In the afternoon, visit the Batwa community for a cultural experience, where you’ll learn about their traditional forest lifestyle, music, and history as the original inhabitants of Bwindi.
Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before starting your gorilla habituation experience.
Accompanied by researchers and expert guides, trek into the forest to spend up to 4 hours with a semi-habituated gorilla family—an intimate and in-depth wildlife encounter. The trek duration can vary between 2–6 hours depending on the gorillas’ location.
After the experience, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most beautiful lakes, known for its terraced hills and peaceful atmosphere. Check into your lakeside lodge and relax for the evening.
Day 3: Departure
After breakfast, enjoy the serene views of Lake Bunyonyi before beginning your transfer back to Kigali for drop-off or your onward flight.
Hoogtepunten
- Feel the thrill of trekking through the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- See mountain gorillas in their natural habitat on a guided trek
- Enjoy a scenic sunset boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi
- Visit the Batwa community for an enriching cultural encounter
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
The trek can last between 2 to 6 hours, depending on the gorillas’ location.
Face masks are required to protect gorillas and yourself from germs.
The forest can be wet and muddy, so appropriate clothing and gear are essential.
INCLUDED
- Soft drinks, snacks, bottled drinking water & sodas in the car and for your backpack
- Government levy & taxes
- Transportation
- English speaking guide
NIET INBEGREPEN.
- Habituation permits
- Uganda/East African Visa
- International Flights
- Tips for the guide & park rangers
- Items of personal nature
- Beers, spirits, cocktails at the lodge
Wanneer moet ik boeken?
Om de beschikbaarheid te garanderen, dient u zo snel mogelijk te reserveren. Vroegboekkorting is het overwegen waard, vooral als u de reis plant tijdens het hoogseizoen, zoals op feestdagen of in het weekend.
Annuleringen
Deze excursie kunt u kosteloos annuleren tot: annuleringstijd voor aanvang van de reis. Bij annulering na: annulering na: annuleringstijd of niet aanwezig zijn op de excursie wordt de volledige prijs van de activiteit alsnog in rekening gebracht. Te laat komen bij het ophalen of vertrekken wordt beschouwd als niet komen opdagen.
