Gorilla Luxury Fly-in Safari in Uganda

A 3 night fly-in safari from Entebbe to Bwindi is perfect for those short on time and keen to experience one of the greatest wildlife encounters on earth, trekking Mountain Gorillas.

Overview

A 3 night fly-in safari from Entebbe to Bwindi is perfect for those short on time and keen to experience one of the most thrilling wildlife encounters on earth, trekking Mountain Gorillas.

Situated just inside the Park gate, Buhoma Lodge offers wonderful views out over the forest - and they often have gorillas and other primates IN the garden!

This gorilla safari can also be tailored to add in game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park or chimp trekking in Kibale - chat to us today and we will design your ideal Uganda adventure.

Mountain Gorilla Trekking

Mountain gorillas are wild animals and, as such, sightings cannot be guaranteed. However viewing success rates are over 90%. Once sighted, visitors are allowed an hour with the gorillas. Overnighting in Bwindi is required the night before tracking due to your early morning start. As tracking can sometimes take a full day, a second nights accommodation is also highly recommended. Ideally 2 to 3 nights are suggested to enjoy this region.

Gorilla tracking timings and conditions vary tremendously as the gorillas move continuously through the rain forest. It is good to be prepared and remember the weather can change with very little warning. The terrain is often steep and through areas where there are no marked paths. It can be VERY strenuous – it may be just a couple of hours but it can also be for a full day of up to 8 hours or more of hiking in hot, high altitude conditions – please be prepared for this by being as fit as possible!

Gorilla Permit: Please note that the Gorilla permit is NOT included at this stage, as some people want one permit and some want two. However we will arrange it & include it in your final invoice, along with any extra activities you may wish to do (see below).

Extra Activities:

  • Gorilla permit of $800 per person
  • Forest walk at $70 per person
  • Community visit at $50 per person

Note on Prices below

The price per person decreases with the number of people in the party. Our price below assumes 2 people travelling. However contact us for a slightly lower price if you are a party of 4 or 6 people.

The price for Nov is the same as the April to May price. Whilst the price for Dec is the same as the peak season (July to Sept) price.

Tailormade Options

We have given three different price points

The Base Price option is based on N05 Boutique Hotel and Clouds Gorilla Mtn Lodge

The Upgrade option is based on N05 Boutique Hotel and Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp

The Pared Back option is based on The Boma Entebbe & Buhoma Lodge

Note:  There are other combinations such as Volcanoes Bwindi which is more expensive. But this just gives you a sense of what's available and at what price.

 

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PRICE FROM ₤ 1,943

An idea of price

This is a set tour using specific camps. However many tours can be adapted. Chat to us about your options. It excludes international flights but includes an estimate for all domestic or regional flights within the tour.

INCLUDES

• Transfer from Entebbe Hotel to Airport • Flight Entebbe – Kihihi with shared transfer Kihihi airstrip to Buhoma Lodge • 3 nights accommodation at Buhoma Lodge including all meals (full board) and local drinks • Shared transfer Buhoma Lodge to Kihihi airstrip for flight Kihihi – Entebbe • Comprehensive passenger / public liability insurance

EXCLUDES

• lnternational flights and airport taxes • Visa, Travel insurance, Health requirements (including Yellow Fever & Covid certificates if required) • Gorilla permit USD 700 per person / USD 775 per additional permit • Services/activities/drinks/ meals not included above • Gratuities and personal expenses

Jan 2025 - Mar 2025
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,945
Jan 2025 - Feb 2025 Upgrade
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 4,307
Jan 2025 - Feb 2025 Pared Back
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,224
Mar 2025 - May 2025 Upgrade
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,813
Apr 2025 - May 2025
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,264
Apr 2025 - May 2025 Pared Back
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 1,943
Jun 2025 - Jun 2025
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,945
Jun 2025 - Jun 2025 Pared Back
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,079
Jun 2025 - Sep 2025 Upgrade
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 3,806
Jul 2025 - Sep 2025
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 3,065
Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 Pared Back
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,224
Oct 2025 - Oct 2025
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,945
Oct 2025 - Oct 2025 Pared Back
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,079
Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 Upgrade
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,881
Nov 2025 - Dec 2025
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 2,324
Nov 2025 - Nov 2025 Pared Back
PP SHARING FROM ₤ 1,943
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