3 days / 4 nights
Bwindi is located in southwestern Uganda a magnificent verdant swathe across the steep ridges of the Albertine Rift Valley. This ancient rainforest is one of the few in Africa to have flourished and a home to half of the world’s endangered population of mountain gorillas.
Looking into the expressive brown eyes of these giants is surely the most exciting and poignant wildlife encounter Uganda has to offer.
We may be able to build in some of these optional excursions from the Avocet Fly-in Safari. Talk to us: they’re usually best arranged when you book. 4WD Safari, Birdwatching, Boat trip, Canoeing, Cultural excursion, Fishing, Guided walking safari, Helicopter, Kayaking, Night drive, Primate trekking, Watersports
Upon arrival in Kigali, you'll be met by your Fahari Safari driver and begin the six hour drive north to Mgahinga National Park.
Don't let the length of the drive put you off: this is one of the most spectacular drives you'll ever undertake.
Your drive will take you through quiet mountain valleys and quaint terraced farms, along the shores of glistening lakes, and deep into the steaming jungles of southern Uganda.
Crossing the border at Cyanika, you'll then overnight close to the park.
After an early breakfast at your hotel, you'll proceed directly to the Mgahinga National Park's headquarters to meet your guides. After completing the briefing, you'll embark on the once in a lifetime experience of tracking the enigmatic mountain gorillas.
There is no guarantee how long or difficult your tracking experience will be as it depends on where the family of gorillas is and on weather conditions, It can take anywhere from two up to six hours of trekking through the mountain forest at relatively high altitudes. Fitness is definitely recommended for those wishing to undertake the excursion.
One of the most memorable experiences you're likely to ever have, you'll be allowed an hour of close contact with the gorillas once you've found them. You'll be privileged enough to come within mere metres of a family of these rare and beautiful animals, observing their family dynamics and getting to learn a bit about each gorilla's distinct personality in serene silence.
After your hike is complete, you'll visit the local Batwa community to learn more about traditional Ugandan culture.
You'll set off after breakfast for the drive back to Kigali, where you'll finish your trip with a complimentary city tour including the Genocide Memorial, the Presidential Palace Museum, and the local craft markets.
After breakfast we have a full day dame drive, with packed lunch provided. The reserve is well known for its black-manned lion, as well as its abundant resident wildlife and its one of the few places where it's possible to see the big five during a morning's game drive. Many of the cheetahs are so tame they seek shelter from the hot sun under one's vehicle and several even climb onto the roof to get better view of prospective prey. For the bird enthusiast, almost 500 species have been recorded: among these 16 species of eagle, plus many hawks and falcons, 6 species of vultures, 8 species of storks 4 of bustard (including the Kori bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird), and 9 species of sun birds. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.
Morning game drive in Mara and depart late in the morning to Nairobi, arriving at about 5pm. Lunch en route. End of our services.
Like all of our holidays on this site, this is just an idea. All of our trips are tailor-made, so we’ll always adapt them to suit you.
Browse this Expert Africa website, then call us. We’ll match you with the Specialist in our team who is best suited to help you.
Based on our experience and your ideas, your specialist will create a detailed, costed itinerary. We’ll refine it together, until we have a trip that you’re perfectly happy with.
The same Specialist will make the seamless arrangements for your trip, send you detailed travel documents, and be available to answer any questions before you depart.
After you set off, you’ll be cared for by our partners in Africa, most of whom have worked with Expert Africa for decades. And if you ever need us urgently, we’re available 24/7.
We love to learn about your trip, and so will always be grateful if you’ve the time to give feedback to your Specialist when you return.
Welcome to Fahari Safari, your gateway to unforgettable African adventures. We provide safaris to various national parks such as Serengeti and Ngorongoro in Tanzania, Maasai Mara and Amboseli in Kenya, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda, and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. We also offer Kilimanjaro treks and cultural experiences, with tailor-made journeys to ensure authentic and unforgettable African adventures. Join us and let East Africa captivate your heart and soul.
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