4-Day Uganda Flying Safari

Uganda

Trekking The Majestic Giants of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Discovery Journeys

Mountain Gorilla Trekking Safari. Discovery Journeys

4-Day Uganda Flying Safari

Uganda

Duration

4 days

Min Age

Tour Type

Uganda Primate Safaris, Uganda Wildlife safaris

Trip Overview

Discover the Pearl of Africa on this 4-day Uganda flying safari. It is designed for travelers with limited but would love to meet the Great Apes in their natural habitats.

Start with a birding excursion at the Mabamba wetland (if you arrive early). Mabamba is home to the rare shoebill stork and several other bird species you will spot on your visit. After this birding journey of discovery, you will board a scenic flight to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Arrive early for a transfer to your lodge in the gorilla highlands where you will rest ahead of your mountain gorilla trekking experience the following day.

Day three highlights the 4-day Uganda flying safari as you come face to face with mountain gorillas. Hike the misty forested mountains for 1 to 4 hours until you meet the rare apes. You will have an hour in their presence to get to know more about them.

A mountain gorilla encounter is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will cherish forever. In the afternoon, visit the Batwa People for a community experience taking you through their cultural heritage.

The Batwa initially inhabited the Bwindi Forest but were evicted to ensure the conservation of the wildlife species in the park. They will share their experiences and how they have coped with the new environment.

On the final day of your 4-day Uganda flying safari, take a return flight to Entebbe Internationa Airport timed for your international connection. This 4-day Uganda gorilla tour offers convenience, luxury, and unforgettable birding & great ape encounters. It maximizes your time in Uganda offering the best opportunities to witness the country's biodiversity. Do not miss an opportunity to experience Uganda’s breathtaking beauty in just four unforgettable days of Discovery Journeys!

Itinerary Summary

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to your Hotel
Day 2: Flight to Bwindi
Day 3: Gorilla Trek & Batwa Visit
Day 4: Departure

Full Tour Package

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to your Hotel

You will be picked up from the airport upon arrival and driven to your hotel for a rest. If you arrive early you will go for a birding excursion along the Mabamba bay to see the shoebill stork. Overnight at The Boma Hotel (deluxe) / Hotel No.5 (Luxury); Bed and Breakfast

Day 2: Flight to Bwindi

Start your day with an early pick-up from your Entebbe hotel for a transfer to the airport for check-in ahead of your flight to Kihihi Airstrip. Meet your driver guide for a transfer to Bwindi's impenetrable national park. Get there in time for a lunch break and spend the afternoon on a community visit. Meals and Overnight at Four Gorillas Lodge (Deluxe) / Mahogany Springs - Premium Suite (Luxury)

Day 3: Gorilla Trek & Batwa Visit

You will have an early breakfast and head to the park headquarters by 7:00 am for a briefing about the do's and don'ts of gorilla tracking. After the briefing, you will proceed to the forested mountains trekking amidst sightings of other wildlife species including birds. In the evening you will go for a Batwa community visit where you will learn about their ways of life. Meals and Overnight at Four Gorillas Lodge (deluxe) / Mahogany Springs - Premium Suite (Luxury)

Day 4: Departure

After breakfast, you will be driven to the airstrip for check-in ahead of your departure flight to Entebbe airport for your international connection depending on schedule.

End of tour.