Gorilla ExpressAll aboard this whistle stop tour as you not only get to trek the gorillas in their native habitat, there are also opportunities to walk the Congolese border, meet a real witch doctor, try your hand at turning banana leaves into gin and so much more - all in just 4 amazing days!

Gorilla Express

Day One:Arriving at the airport you will be warmly welcomed by a Churchill Safaris representative. From Kampala you will begin the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, stopping en route to look at the Royal Drum makers and see the Equator, where you can stand in both hemispheres simultaneously. From there you continue through the terraced hillsides of Uganda arriving to Bwindi in the evening in time for dinner.

Day ThreeGo for a second gorilla trekking experience, or choose another option. There are so many things to explore, track the endangered golden monkeys or go for a birding safari in the interior of the forest.Other popular options include a visit to the Batwa Trail or experiencing local village life. We can also arrange for you to visit Bwindi Community Hospital or support our efforts at conservation by planting a tree at a local school. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner.

Day TwoIn the morning you set off for gorilla trekking. Hiking through the thick, verdant, rainforest to eventually come across the go-rillas in their natural habitat, is an amazing and unforgettable experience. Actual trek times can vary, these are wild animals afterall. If time permits there are a diverse range of activities which you can participate in during the afternoon.

Bwindi Community Hospital Tour: Started by a Canadian doctor BCH revolutionized health care for the Batwa and the Bwindi community. This free hospital tour provides insight into the region and issues that the local community members face.The Batwa Trail: The indigenous pygmy population of Bwindi Forest provides a cultural walking tour, highlighting traditional beliefs, songs, and lifestyle practices.Birding Safari: Take a walk through the forest as you experience the number one birding destination in Africa.Community Walk: The walk takes you into the local communities, highlights include learning the process of transforming banana juice into local gin and learning more about the local culture.Waterfall Walk: Walk along the Congolese border and Bwindi to see the magnificent waterfalls and the incredible scenery.

Day FourDepart back to Kampala transferring to the airport in time for your return flight home.

Gorilla Express |Tour Prices

MAIN TOUR PRICES INCLUDED IN THE MAIN TOUR PRICE

Based on Group Size of 6 pax

Budget ; From $609 per person

Premium : From $852 per person

Luxury : From $984 per person

Budget: Makes sure everything is covered All Overland Travel - A 4x4 vehicle with viewing hatch and driver will be provided for all trips and journeys.Guided Tours - Our guides are the same professionals, whichever package you choose.Accommodation - Basic but perfectly functional and com-fortable hotels and lodges. Meals - Three meals per day provided by your hotel or lodge.

Premium : Our Most Popular ChoiceAll Overland Travel - A 4x4 vehicle with viewing hatch and driver will be provided for all trips and journeys.Guided Tours - Our guides are the same professionals, whichever package you choose. Accommodation - Comfortable and well appointed hotels & lodgesMeals - Three meals per day provided by your hotel or lodge.

Luxury : Travelling in style!Overland Travel & flights - A 4x4 vehicle with viewing hatch and driver will be provided for all trips and journeys.Optional Domestic flights.Guided Tours - Our guides are the same professionals, whichever package you chooseAccommodation - You will be offered a choice of luxury hotels and lodges.Meals - All meals are specially prepared by the first rate chefs at your chosen hotel or lodge.

WHAT TO BRING FOR GORILLA TREKKING

• Packed Lunch (will be provided)• One-two liters of water (will be provided)• Hiking Stick (will be provided)• Day Backpack• Rain jacket• Light weight long sleeved shirt• Light weight long pants• Sunscreen• Handkerchief, bandana• Waterproof hiking boots• Snacks, energy bars, small pieces of candy or chocolate• Camera

Trekking gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda is one of the most moving and incredible experiences that Africa has to offer. You will set off from your hotel very early with a packed lunch which will be provided. The amount of time you actually spend trekking really depends on the location of the gorillas, they are after all wild, and trekking time can take anywhere from a half-hour to eight hours. Hiking through the forest, making a trail through the dense overgrowth with a machete can be physically challenging, and requires that you be in relatively good physical shape. Porters are available at the entrance of the park, and we strongly recommend that you have one come with you to carry your bag, their services are usually $10 USD for the day.