Gorilla trekking or tracking is the most popular tour activity in Uganda, and it is one of the top things to do in Africa. The gorilla trekking adventure gives you a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the gorillas in the jungles, and coming face to face with a giant gorilla is one of the most fulfilling wildlife experiences! The gorilla trekking adventure involves tracking down a family of habituated gorillas in the mountains and after finding them you are allowed to spend one hour with them. The gorillas live in families which may have from 6 to 20 members, and a family is led by a dominant male called the Silverback.

The gorillas you are tracking have gone through a process called habituation which is the process of getting the gorillas to tolerate human presence without fleeing from the humans or attacking the humans. The gorilla habituation is done by expert researchers and trained park rangers who make continuous visits to the wild gorillas for a period of time that could take up to four or more years, and after this the gorillas will not perceive the humans as a threat and can tolerate their presence for a short period of time. The gorillas are therefore safe, but in case of any agitation or confrontation the trained park ranger will know how to communicate with the gorillas to calm them and ensure safety of the tourists.

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The ultimate highlight of this 4-day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour is coming face-to-face with endangered African mountain gorillas in the wild. Theodore Tour & Travel Agency goes gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, also known for its incredible biodiversity and exceptional birdlife.

Other highlights on this private Theodore Tour & travel Agency include:

chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park on foot
game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
guided walk in the Buhoma Village and visiting Igongo Cultural Village
private transfers and your own guide

Experience one of Africa’s most magical wildlife encounters – seeing the rare mountain gorillas in the wild, as well as trekking chimpanzees, spotting other wild animals, and gaining insight into the cultures of Uganda.

Day 1 :

Kampala to Kibale National Park – Uganda

Our 4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour departs from Kampala, the capital of Uganda.

Leaving Kampala we drive through the dense jungles and papyrus wetlands of the Nile Delta. We pause for lunch en route to the Kibale National Park, near the towering Ruwenzori Mountains, known as the Mountains of the Moon. In the afternoon we embark on a guided walk in the national park, exploring the crater lakes area and experiencing the local culture.
Tonight we have dinner and stay near Kibale National Park.

Lunch / Dinner

Day 2 :

Kibale Chimpanzee Trek & Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Uganda

Day two of our Uganda Gorilla Safari starts with breakfast. Then we go chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, home to an impressive 500 chimpanzees. Before heading into the forest we are briefed on the trekking procedures. While trekking in the jungle the guide tells you more about the chimpanzees, other primates and local flora and fauna, making for an interesting adventure.

The dense jungles of Kibale Park are the best place to view chimpanzees in Africa. The chimpanzees are commonly found feeding on fig tree fruits in the game park and have been habituated to humans since 1992. Kibale National Park covers 795 km² and consists mostly of a vast tract of equatorial rainforest. This national park is home to numerous forest wildlife species, boasting one of the highest concentrations of primates in the world. The 13 primate species include rare I’Hoest’s monkeys, black-and-white colobus and Uganda red colobus monkeys, red-tailed and blue monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys, and bushbabies.
In the afternoon we travel south to the Queen Elizabeth National Park, taking in the sights and looking out for the resident game as we drive.

Our next destination is Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered African Mountain Gorillas, along with a rich diversity of wild animals, insects, and plants. Inhabitants include various other primate species, such as the blue and red-tailed monkeys.
This evening we relax and have dinner near Bwindi National Park.

Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 3 :

Bwindi Forest – Uganda

On day three we have an early breakfast before meeting with the rangers from the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) at 8:00 am. We then set off on our African Mountain Gorilla Trekking adventure in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Gorilla trekking is the highlight of visiting Uganda and one of the most memorable wildlife experiences in Africa. Embarking on this once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter we will view the highly endangered mountain gorillas in the wild. The guides lead you into the bush, pushing through the undergrowth to track the Bwindi gorillas. This gorilla walk can take up to 6 hours, so a reasonable degree of fitness and a sturdy pair of walking shoes are a must. Take a rain jacket, water and snacks along with you, but be sure to leave nothing behind in the forest.

After our rewarding trek through the jungle, we sit in the forest among the gentle mountain gorillas, listening to them communicating with one another and watching them interact. Marvel at the sheer size of the dominant adult male gorillas, called Silverbacks, savoring one of Africa’s most poignant wildlife encounters. After lunch in the forest, we take a well-deserved rest or enjoy some bird watching. Then we return to our intimate lodge to relax and recuperate after our unforgettable gorilla trek in the Bwindi Forest of Uganda.

In the afternoon we take a guided walk in the Buhoma Village to gain insight into the lives of the local people, living in the area around the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This walk is part of an initiative that empowers the local people to benefit from tourism. The informative village walk starts from our accommodation and allows visitors to see how ingenious the local people are in their day-to-day lives.

At the end of the day, we have dinner and unwind at our accommodation.

Breakfast / Packed Lunch / Dinner

Day 4 :

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to Kampala & Entebbe - Uganda

On the final day of our Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour we have an early breakfast before making our way back to Kampala and then Entebbe.

We travel via Mbarara and the Igongo Cultural Village where we encounter the Ankole and Bahima people. At the Igongo Center we get a glimpse of the culture and ways of these Ugandan people, learning a bit about their history. Lunch is enjoyed en route and we pause at the equator in Uganda to take photographs before continuing to Kampala and Entebbe. Airport drop-off can be arranged free of charge if you are flying out on the last day of the safari.

Breakfast / Lunch