Fly-In Gorillas & Golden Monkeys Safari

Fly into Bwindi for unforgettable gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga on this luxury Uganda safari combining comfort, adventure, and rare wildlife encounters.


Duration

6 Days


Starting At

$6,508 per person

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Uganda

Depending on your arrival time, you will go for a natural walk at botanical gardens. Stay at Hotel No.5


Day 2: Fly to Kihihi to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Domestic flight from Entebbe to either Kihihi Airstrip , the nearest airstrip to the magnificent Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your chosen lodge in the Bwindi region, where you’ll have the afternoon to relax and acclimatize to the breathtaking surroundings.


Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Safari Lodge.


Day 3: Gorilla tracking – a lifetime experience

Have an early morning breakfast and then go for a briefing by wildlife rangers at the Park headquarters. Proceed to the Impenetrable Forest for gorilla tracking. Carry packed Lunch. You should be equipped with jungle boots since tracking involves walking up steep, densely forested hills before finally coming across the endangered gorillas in the dense tropical vegetation, their favourite habitat. After lunch go for a community visit to the local communities living around the park to learn about their history.


Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Safari Lodge.


Day 4  Second Gorilla Tracking optional

Today offers you the choice to embark on a second gorilla trek, providing you with another opportunity to encounter different gorilla families within Bwindi’s diverse ecosystem. Alternatively, you can opt for various optional activities such as nature walks, bird watching, or engaging with the local community, immersing yourself further in the beauty and culture of Uganda.


Tonight, you’ll spend another tranquil evening at your lodge, surrounded by the enchanting sights and sounds of the Bwindi region.

Dinner and overnight at Ichumbi Hotel or equivalent


Day 5: Golden monkey tracking

Today after breakfast go for golden monkey tracking at Mgahinga National Park. This park was gazetted in 1991.It gets its name from the local word Gahinga meaning a “pile of stones”. Dinner and overnight at Ichumbi Hotel or equivalent


Day 6: End of tour. Fly back to Entebbe


Optional activities for extra 1-2 day(s):

Cultural experiences, home stay visits and boat rides for half or full day at extra cost.


Canoeing: This is an exhilarating experience in dug out boats. You go around the lake islands and enjoy beautiful views of the landscape and listen to historical stories associated with the islands.


Extra day Gorilla Trekking costs $1,350


Highlights

  • Seamless Fly-in Luxury: Skip the long dusty drives with scenic domestic flights from Entebbe directly to the heart of the Bwindi region, maximizing your time with the wildlife.
  • The Ultimate Primate Duo: Track the world’s most endangered Mountain Gorillas in the UNESCO-listed Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and the rare, endemic Golden Monkeys in Mgahinga National Park.
  • High-End Wilderness Lodging: Enjoy the finest comforts of the jungle with stays at premier properties like Gorilla Safari Lodge and Hotel No.5, blending modern luxury with raw nature.
  • Double Gorilla Opportunity: Take advantage of an optional second trek on Day 4 to encounter a completely different gorilla family, offering a deeper perspective on their social dynamics.
  • Ancient Forest Culture: Immerse yourself in the traditions of the local communities with guided visits to learn the history and forest secrets of the people living around Bwindi.


Transportation in a 4WD vehicle or van

English-speaking Ugandan driver/guide

 Specified accommodations

All national park entrance fees

All game drives as listed in the itinerary


Exclusions


International airfare

Meals not included in your accommodation

Personal travel or medical insurance

Tips and gratuities

Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)


Accommodation Details


Hotel No.5 (1 nt)

Gorilla Safari Lodge (2 nts)

Ichumbi Hotel (2 nts)



Price Details

Price – Solo

$7,398 (high-end)

Price – 2 Pax Sharing

Price – 4 Pax Sharing

Price – 6–12 Pax Sharing

$6,508 (mid-range, sharing)

Pricing From

$6,508 per person

Group Size: Max 10 pax

Currency: USD

Starting Point: Entebbe

Ending Point: Entebbe

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