3-Day Gorilla Trekking Fly-in Safari in Uganda from Entebbe airport to Kisoro or Kihihi airstrips in western Uganda. offers a convenient and time-efficient way to experience the incredible mountain gorillas. Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is a jungle safari promising to change your whole experience of an African jungle safari holiday. For our clients who cannot handle 8-10 hours driving by road, a fly-in Bwindi gorilla safari is the best option.
Prepare to take a picturesque aerial flight from Entebbe airport to Kihihi/Kisoro airstrip to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, where you’ll be guided into the jungle habitat of a selected gorilla family and, once found, spend a full hour among the mountain gorilla family understanding how they eat, communicate, and feel. This experience is non-comparable to any other travel experience, so come with a camera or friend and share the experience. Time allowed is one hour, and the distance of 100 meters.
There are over 12 habituated gorilla groups living in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, distributed in the four sectors that’s: Buhoma, Nkuringo, Rushaga, and Ruhija. To track the mountain gorillas, it’s the availability of the gorilla permit that determines the sector for your gorilla trekking safari trip.
The best time to visit Uganda is from June to August and December to February, which are the Dry seasons. Wildlife viewing is at its peak then. Primate walks in the forest are a big part of any safari in Uganda. The habitat of rainforests is, by default, very wet, and you can’t avoid rain completely. However, after heavy rain, the skies often open up to bright sunshine.
Uganda is a safe country to visit, especially when your part of an organized game drive with private guides, as you will be with us. These tours are designed to enhance your safety and provide you with a well-guided experience. There are, of course, some places to avoid in big cities like Kampala or Entebbe. But – as with everywhere else in the world – you’ll be fine by taking some precautions. Just some examples to be on the safe side, pun intended, don’t explore the city at night without a driver or guide, keep your valuables close to you, avoid wearing prominent and visible jewelry, and leave some things like passports in the hotel safe.
This is an exclusive, private safari that allows you to travel at your own pace. This trip is made just for you, exactly as you want it! Our experienced travel consultants, along with our knowledgeable guides, will make sure that your wishes come true. There are numerous advantages to such a trip. First, you can cruise around in a private safari vehicle and have a personal guide. It’s completely up to you what time you leave in the morning and when you come back (taking into account your guide’s advice, of course). Secondly, once you’re in a national park, you can observe specific animals or herds for as long as you like. No one will push you to move along. And lastly, knowing your wishes, your personal guide will give you the right tips, turning your trip into an unforgettable experience in Africa.
At Paradise Adventure Vacations, we’re all about co-creating your perfect journey. When you plan your African adventures with us, you’re not just booking a trip but embarking on a personalized experience. We start by understanding your wishes and preferences and won’t stop until every aspect of your journey aligns perfectly with your vision. Our team works closely with you to ensure your entire trip is tailored to your satisfaction. For added convenience, we offer a selection of our most popular African safari Tours & Holidays as a starting point for your consideration.
Yes, yes, yes! Not only the Big Five pose for your pictures, but also Rhinos, hyenas, hippos, zebras, Giraffes, or the unique Ugandan kob. And then there’s the birdlife-with more than 1,000 species of all kinds and colors, Uganda is a birdwatcher’s paradise. And if you love primates, Uganda clearly is your place to be: the diverse jungles are home to as many as 24 species of monkeys, from the nocturnal to the beautifully colored blue monkeys and the breathtaking mountain gorillas and Chimpanzee in their Natural Habitat.
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Day 1: Fly-in to the gorilla park, Bwindi, from Entebbe Airport
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 3: Flying from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park to Entebbe Airport
You start your fly-in gorilla safari from Entebbe International Airport, where you fly to Bwindi. By this time, we would have already handed over your Bwindi flight tickets to you. If you need transfers from your hotel in Entebbe, please let us know, and we shall be happy to arrange that for you. At Entebbe airport, you just need to show your passport for checking in to the flight to Kihihi Airstrip or Kisoro Airstrip. We have our vehicle and driver awaiting your arrival at the airstrip, from where they will meet you and transfer you to your lodge in Bwindi. The drive from the airstrip to the lodge is about 45 minutes, but the beauty of the landscape is so amazing that you could even take two hours on this journey. When you check in at the lodge, you can choose to relax for the rest of the day or take a village walk through the communities. it is very safe, even for a solo traveler. You could also ask the lodge for a guided tour to the Batwa Pygmies (about $30-$50).
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Your flight schedule is as follows:
Departure Entebbe: 07.00 am (check-in latest at 06.0 am, 1 hr. before your flight departs)
Arrival Kihihi: 09.30 am Arrival Kisoro: 08:55 am
On arrival at Kihihi/ Kisoro airstrip, you will be picked up by the staff of the lodge you are staying at. You will be transferred in about 1 hour to the lodge.
Journey time: Flight in the morning or afternoon / Transfer to lodge 1½ hours
Today is the big day… Prepare yourself for an encounter with one of Bwindi’s gentle giants: the rare mountain gorilla. For most people, this is the absolute highlight of their tour in Uganda.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest boasts both mountain gorillas and chimpanzees – the only forest in Africa that can make this claim. It also hosts five other species of primate, 113 species of mammal, over 200 butterflies, and 360 birds. The gorillas you will track belong to one of nine habituated family groups that can tolerate the presence of humans for a brief period every day. Your trek will be an exciting journey along forested slopes, entwined vines, bushes, and bamboo before you eventually reach the gorilla’s habitat. En route, your guide will point out signs of previous gorilla activity, including dung, nests, and chewed bamboo shoots.
The time taken to track the gorillas can take as little as 2 hours to as much as 7 hours before one returns! Once the gorillas have been located, your group will be allowed a maximum of one hour with them. Coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla is a truly humbling and emotional experience. This is a fantastic and privileged opportunity to get up close and personal with Uganda’s very own ‘Gorillas in the Mist’.
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Today ends your 3-Day Gorilla Trekking Fly-in Safari in Uganda. Our representative will take care of your transfer to Kihihi or Kisoro airstrip. Today you will travel back to Entebbe International Airport.
Please let us know if you wish us to include one (or more) nights in Kampala /Entebbe or arrange your transport to and from Entebbe Airport with Paradise Adventure Vacations. Your flight schedule is as follows (please ask your sales consultant for the exact time schedule on the date you are flying). Thank you so much for specifically choosing Paradise Adventure Vacations on the 3-Day Gorilla Trekking Fly-in Safari in Uganda, and we hope to see you again!
Location: Kampala (City)
Accommodation: No
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Journey Time for flights between Bwindi and Entebbe
45 min transfer to Kihihi/ Kisoro & 1h10 min flight
Morning flight option
Departure time from Kihihi: 09.45 AM
Departure time from Kisoro: 09.10 AM
Arrival time in Entebbe: 11.25 AM
Afternoon flight option
Departure time from Entebbe:
12.00 PM or 14.45 PM
Arrival time in Kihihi:
13.55 PM or 14.55 PM
Departure time from Kihihi: 14.05 PM or 15.05 PM
Arrival time in Entebbe: 15.55 PM or 16.15 PM
Timings may vary depending on aircraft routing.
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