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3-Day Gorilla Trekking Budget Safari in Uganda
UGANDA-3-DAY-GO-2026
$950 / person
Total Price
3 Days
Trek Duration
2-6 travelers
Group Size
Day-by-Day Itinerary
An extra day added to the classic gorilla run, giving you breathing room to enjoy Bwindi's community walks and birdlife before or after trekking.
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Day 1: Kampala to Bwindi
Drive from Kampala through Masaka and Mbarara toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, stopping at scenic viewpoints over Lake Mburo's savanna edge. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon and settle in with a forest-view sundowner.
- Lake Mburo savanna views
- Scenic western drive
Overnight: Budget lodge, Bwindi
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Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Day
Full gorilla trekking day starting with the 7am ranger briefing at park headquarters. Trek through the forest with trackers until you reach your gorilla family, then spend an unforgettable hour observing them up close. Afternoon free for an optional Batwa community walk or rest at the lodge.
- Hour with mountain gorillas
- Optional Batwa cultural walk
Overnight: Budget lodge, Bwindi
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Day 3: Bwindi to Kampala
Morning nature walk or birding session around the lodge grounds before checkout. Begin the drive back to Kampala, stopping for lunch and last souvenir shopping in Mbarara town, arriving in the evening.
- Morning birding walk
- Craft market stop in Mbarara
Overnight: Departure
What's Included
- ✓ 1 gorilla permit
- ✓ Private safari vehicle
- ✓ Driver-guide
- ✓ Budget accommodation, 2 nights
- ✓ All meals
- ✓ Park fees
Not Included
- - International flights
- - Visa
- - Tips
- - Optional community walk fee
Trip Details
DifficultyModerate
Best ForBudget travelers wanting a relaxed pace around their trek
Countryuganda
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