This five-day flying safari is the comfortable, in-depth way to experience Bwindi. With flights bookending the trip and a flexible middle day, there’s room to slow down, immerse in local culture, and even meet the gorillas twice.
5 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari – Flying
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
5 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari – Flying
An unhurried, comfortable fly-in safari built around gorilla trekking, with time for culture, forest walks and the chance of a second trek.
Tour Highlights
- Light-aircraft flights to and from Bwindi
- Guided mountain gorilla trek (with optional second trek)
- Batwa cultural experience
- Forest birding and nature walks
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Day 1
Fly to Bwindi
Fly from Entebbe to the Bwindi region and transfer to your lodge. Relax and take in the rainforest setting at your own pace.
- Day 2
Gorilla Trekking
Trek with rangers to locate a habituated gorilla family and enjoy a treasured hour in their company before returning to the lodge.
- Day 3
Batwa Cultural Experience
Spend time with the Batwa people, learning the songs, skills and stories of the forest's first inhabitants, with the rest of the day at leisure.
- Day 4
Nature Walk or Second Trek
Choose a gentle guided nature and birding walk, or add an optional second gorilla trek for another unforgettable encounter (extra permit required).
- Day 5
Fly Back to Entebbe
After a relaxed breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe.
What's Included
- Return scheduled flights Entebbe–Bwindi airstrip
- One gorilla trekking permit
- Park entrance fees and listed activities
- Full-board lodge accommodation (4 nights)
- Ground transfers and English-speaking guide
What's Not Included
- International flights and visa fees
- Second gorilla permit (optional)
- Travel insurance, tips and gratuities
- Drinks and personal expenses
Package Details
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Destinations
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Tailored pricing based on your dates, group size and needs.
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