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Gorilla Express

Gorilla Express

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest NP is home to roughly half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Looking deep into the expressive eyes of these gentle giants is surely the most exciting and poignant wildlife encounter that not only Uganda but anywhere has to offer.

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Highlights: Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest NP
Optional Extras: Community walk or Batwa (pygmy) family visit
Private Safari / Min 2 people / choice of budget or lodge accommodation

Trip Price

2 persons

3 persons

4 persons

5 persons

6 persons

SRS
USD per person
  • Budget
  • Lodge
  • $1320
  • $1815
  • $1210
  • $1650
  • $1155
  • $1610
  • $1100
  • $1565
  • $1075
  • $1530
  • $90
  • $275

Accommodation
The variety and number of lodges in Uganda is steadily on the increase. Prices for lodge safaris are based on our preferred accommodation in both price and standard. Alternative accommodation is available on request however trip price may alter accordingly.

Safari Package Includes
  • 4WD ground transport with an English speaking driver guide
  • 1 gorilla tracking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest NP
  • All park entrance and ranger fees
  • Games drives as indicated in the itinerary
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Accommodation on a twin share basis as indicated in the itinerary
  • Lot’s of fun in the African Sun! 

Recommended Daily Spending Allowance

Optional Extras
  • USD $20 - 40 per day
  • The above is a guideline only. On an individual basis it is impossible for us to access how much each person will actually spend as everyone has their own little luxury's in life they do not want to forfeit.
  • Community Walk in Buhoma USD $20
  • Batwa (Pygmy) Visit USD $20
  • Gorilla T-shirt USD $20

Safari Package Excludes
  • Airfare to and from Uganda and/or Domestic Airfare
  • Visa’s
  • Airport transfers
  • Travel Insurance
  • First and last night’s accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe
  • All beverages except tea, coffee or juice taken at breakfast
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Souvenirs and items of a personal nature like telephone calls
  • Any activity or accommodation NOT mentioned in the itinerary
  • Porters and other luggage service

Safari Grading
MODERATE / DIFFICULT: Suitable for anyone who is physically fit and actively mobile, gorilla tracking is a strenuous activity and the length of the track can be anything from 3 to 8 hours in mountainous terrain.   

Gorilla Tracking
  • Please note that gorilla tracking is a strenuous activity and one should be physically fit to enjoy this tour.
  • Minimum tracking age is 15 years.
  • Anyone with signs of communicable diseases will NOT be allowed to trek.
  • While possession of a gorilla permit is a guarantee of trekking and sighting the gorillas, the quality of the gorilla trekking cannot be guaranteed, they are after all, wild animals.
  • Maximum time allowed with the gorillas will NOT exceed ONE hour.
  • We strongly recommend the following: Rain poncho (lightweight), long-sleeved shirt & long trousers for protection, sturdy hiking boots, leather gardening -type gloves, sunscreen, insect repellent and any necessary medications must be brought by yourselves either from your home town or from Kampala.
  • Still Cameras and Video Cameras are allowed however flash photography is not.
  • Please note that Gorilla tracking is date specific, so you will need to advise exact dates of travel for us to go ahead and advise availability. Permits are only purchased upon receipt of your deposit, after confirmation from you.
  • Gorilla permits are booked on a "first come first served" CASH basis and therefore can be purchased by others. Please make a decision as soon as you can in order to avoid disappointment.
  • On confirmation, please advise full names as they appear in your passports, nationality passport number and date of birth