The Bwindi Primate Safaris tour for 3 days is our most popular gorilla trekking package. Designed for travelers with limited time, this itinerary focuses exclusively on the main event: spending an unforgettable hour with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This package includes everything you need: gorilla permits, comfortable lodging, private transport, and expert guiding.
Bwindi Primate Safaris has designed this short tour to maximize your time with the gorillas while minimizing travel stress. You arrive, you trek, you return home with memories that last a lifetime. This package is perfect for first-time trekkers, solo travelers, couples, and small groups.
For official travel information about Uganda, visit the Uganda Tourism Board website.
This Bwindi Primate Safaris tour runs for three days and two nights. You begin in Kampala or Kigali, depending on your arrival airport. Day one is travel to Bwindi. Day two is your gorilla trekking day. Day three is your return journey.
The itinerary is flexible. You can start from Kampala, Entebbe, or Kigali. The drive from Kampala takes eight to ten hours. The drive from Kigali takes four to five hours. You can also fly from either airport to a nearby airstrip, reducing travel time significantly.
This package includes one gorilla trek. You spend one hour with a mountain gorilla family. A maximum of eight people visit each family daily. Your permit is included in the price.
For more details on permit costs, read our gorilla permit guide.
Your safari begins with pickup from your hotel or the airport. Your guide meets you in the morning. You drive southwest toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The journey passes through rolling hills, tea plantations, and small villages. You stop for lunch en route.
You arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon. Check in, rest, and enjoy dinner. Your guide briefs you on tomorrow’s trek. You prepare your daypack for the morning.
Accommodation options vary by budget. You can choose luxury, mid-range, or budget lodges. All are pre-vetted by Bwindi Primate Safaris for quality and safety.
Learn about Bwindi Impenetrable National Park before your visit.
This is the main day of your adventure. You wake early, have breakfast, and drive to the park headquarters. Arrive by 7:00 AM for registration and briefing. You are assigned to a gorilla family based on your fitness level. Your group, led by a ranger guide, drives to the trailhead.
The trek begins. You hike through the forest. The duration varies from thirty minutes to four hours, depending on where the gorillas spent the night. When you find them, you have one hour. Watch them feed, play, groom, and rest. The silverback watches you calmly. Time passes quickly.
After your hour, you hike back to the trailhead. Your driver takes you to your lodge. Rest, enjoy dinner, and reflect on your experience. You receive a certificate of trekking.
For tips on preparing, read our packing guide.
For health and safety advice while traveling in Africa, visit the WHO Africa regional office.
On the final day of your safari, you have breakfast at the lodge. Your guide drives you back to Kampala or Kigali. You arrive in the afternoon or early evening, depending on traffic. You are dropped at your hotel or the airport for your departure flight.
If you have time, you can add a stop at the Equator for photos. Your guide will accommodate reasonable requests.
This package includes the following services. Gorilla permit for one trek. All park entry fees. Services of an English-speaking guide. Private 4×4 transport. Two nights accommodation. Meals as specified in your itinerary. Bottled water during drives. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or airport.
What is not included. International flights. Visa fees. Travel insurance. Tips for guides and porters. Alcoholic drinks. Laundry. Personal items.
Bwindi Primate Safaris recommends purchasing comprehensive travel insurance that covers gorilla permit cancellation.
The price of this Bwindi Primate Safaris tour varies based on accommodation choice and group size. Solo travelers pay a higher rate. Groups of two to six pay lower per-person rates. Contact us for a custom quote based on your dates and preferences.
Your gorilla permit is included in the price. Bwindi Primate Safaris charges the official permit rate with no hidden markup.
To book, you need your full name as on your passport, passport number, nationality, and preferred dates. A deposit is required to secure your permit. Full payment is due before travel.
See our extended tour options for more itinerary choices.
This safari operates year round. The dry seasons from June to September and December to February offer the easiest trekking conditions. The wet season from March to May and October to November offers lower prices and greener landscapes. Choose based on your preferences.
For seasonal details, read our best time to visit guide.
This package is operated by local experts. Our guides grew up near Bwindi. They know the forest, the gorilla families, and the best lodges. We handle all logistics so you can focus on the experience. Your safety and satisfaction are our priorities.
Bwindi Primate Safaris is licensed by the Uganda Tourism Board and the Uganda Wildlife Authority. We carry full liability insurance. Our vehicles are well-maintained 4x4s. Our guides are trained and experienced.
For more about our company, contact us directly with any questions.
The Bwindi Primate Safaris tour for 3 days is the perfect introduction to gorilla trekking. Short, focused, and affordable, this package delivers the experience of a lifetime without requiring weeks of travel.
Contact Us today to book your gorilla trekking adventure. Our team will help you choose the right dates, accommodation, and transport options for your perfect safari.
