5 days gorilla tracking and white water rafting adventure tour packages
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SUMMARY
Discover the beauty of Uganda with HT Agency Tours on an unforgettable wildlife safari. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is home to more than 370 mountain gorillas, which represents almost half of the world’s remaining population. A tour to this park allows you to get up close and personal with these rare and majestic creatures.
In addition, this safari offers you the chance to explore many fascinating sites during your Jinja tour. You will visit Mabira Forest, Ssezibwa Falls, and the scenic tea and sugar plantations. Along the way, you can stop at roadside markets and meet friendly local vendors. Moreover, you will witness the source of the Nile River and even experience the thrill of white-water rafting on its powerful rapids.
Therefore, whether you are passionate about wildlife, nature, or adventure, Uganda promises a truly rewarding experience that blends discovery, culture, and excitement.
DAY 1: KAMPALA - JINJA (Mabira forest and Sezibwa Falls) (Travel time: +2hrs)
Day Trip from Kampala to Jinja – Ssezibwa Falls & Mabira Forest
You will be picked up by our professional driver and guide in Kampala and transferred by private vehicle to Jinja. Along the way, you will make a stop at Ssezibwa Falls, one of the most famous natural and cultural sites in Uganda.
This beautiful waterfall has long been known as a place of rest and healing for the Kabakas (Kings) of the Buganda Kingdom. Even today, many people still visit the area to seek blessings and spiritual renewal. After this cultural experience, you will continue your journey and stop for lunch en route.
Later, you will briefly visit Mabira Forest, one of the few remaining tropical rainforests in central Uganda. Here, you can spot different primates, such as the grey-cheeked mangabey and the red-tailed monkey. In addition, the forest is home to numerous butterfly and bird species, including Nahan’s francolin, the localized forest wood-hoopoe, and the African pitta. Moreover, Mabira Forest stands out as the only remaining natural lowland rainforest in the region, making it a must-see for nature lovers.
After this exciting day of exploration, you will enjoy dinner and overnight at either Wild Waters Lodge (High-end) or Haven Eco Lodge (Mid-range).
Meal Plan: Dinner.
DAY 2: WHITE WATER RAFTING THEN TRANSFER TO KAMPALA (Travel time: +2hrs)
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Start your day with an early morning departure. Together with your professional guide, you will travel by private vehicle southwest toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Along the way, you will stop at the Uganda Equatorfor a quick photo session and a visit to the Craft Village.
Afterward, continue your journey to Mbarara, located in the western region of Uganda. Here, you will enjoy lunch and a visit to the Igongo Cultural Center. During the museum tour, you will gain fascinating insights into the rich cultures and traditions of the people of western Uganda. Later, proceed to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to some of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife.
In the evening, dine at your lodge and spend the rest of the night relaxing. This peaceful setting will allow you to prepare for the thrilling gorilla tracking adventure that awaits the next day. Moreover, it is exciting to know that tonight you will sleep in an African rainforest, which shelters half of the world’s remaining population of endangered mountain gorillas.
Dinner and overnight: Buhoma Lodge (High-end) or Haven Lodge (Mid-range).
Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 3: KAMPALA – BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK (Travel time: +9hrs)
Start your day with an early morning departure. Together with your professional guide, you will travel by private vehicle southwest toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Along the way, you will stop at the Uganda Equatorfor a quick photo session and a visit to the Craft Village.
Afterward, continue your journey to Mbarara, located in the western region of Uganda. Here, you will enjoy lunch and a visit to the Igongo Cultural Center. During the museum tour, you will gain fascinating insights into the rich cultures and traditions of the people of western Uganda. Later, proceed to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to some of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife.
In the evening, dine at your lodge and spend the rest of the night relaxing. This peaceful setting will allow you to prepare for the thrilling gorilla tracking adventure that awaits the next day. Moreover, it is exciting to know that tonight you will sleep in an African rainforest, which shelters half of the world’s remaining population of endangered mountain gorillas.
Dinner and overnight: Buhoma Lodge (High-end) or Haven Lodge (Mid-range).
Meal Plan: Full Board.
DAY 4: BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK (Gorilla Tracking)
Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Start your day with an early breakfast before heading to the headquarters of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Upon arrival, you will attend a brief orientation and meet your guides. Afterward, visitors are divided into groups based on the specific gorilla family they will track.
From here, your thrilling adventure begins. The hike through this mysterious and enchanting forest offers breathtaking scenery and incredible wildlife encounters. Along the way, you may spot other primates, butterflies, mammals, and birds, all of which make the experience even more memorable. Moreover, the sound of the forest and the cool mist create a truly magical atmosphere.
The trek can be challenging at times, involving both climbing and hiking, yet the reward is unforgettable. When you finally come face-to-face with the majestic mountain gorillas, the moment will leave you speechless. Watching them just a few meters away—seeing mothers with their babies and observing the group’s calm behavior—creates a deep emotional connection.
Interestingly, mountain gorillas cannot survive in zoos. They exist only in this small region of Africa. Thanks to ongoing conservation efforts, their population in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest continues to thrive. Visitors, therefore, have the rare privilege of observing these magnificent creatures up close in their natural habitat.
If time allows, you may also visit the Batwa community for a unique cultural experience. During this visit, you will learn about their traditional way of life, including local beer brewing and the use of forest plants for medicine. This interaction provides valuable insight into one of Uganda’s oldest indigenous groups.
Dinner and overnight: Buhoma Lodge (High-end) or Haven Lodge (Mid-range)
Meal Plan: Full Board
DAY 5: BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK- KAMPALA (Travel time: +9hrs)
Return to Kampala or Entebbe
After breakfast, check out from your lodge and begin your journey back to Kampala, the capital city. Along the way, you will stop in Mbarara to enjoy a delicious lunch and stretch your legs.
Later, continue your drive toward Kampala or Entebbe, depending on your travel plans. Your professional guide will drop you off at your preferred hotel or designated location. If you have an evening or night flight, you will be transferred directly to Entebbe International Airport to catch your outbound flight back home or to your next destination.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch.
END OF THE TOURS
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1 Gorilla permit per person
White water rafting
Bungee jumping
Ssezibwa falls and Mabira forest visit
Igongo Visit
Batwa visit
Lunch en-route
Transportation on a 4×4 vehicle
English speaking Driver
Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
Visa
International Flights
Airport transfers
Alcoholic Drinks
Cigarettes
Personal expenses
Activities not included in the itinerary
- Your guide will manage all programs’ timing
- During the trip, the following dietary requirement(s) are served: Regular (typically includes meat, fish, milk, sea food, …). If you have special dietary requirements it’s a good idea to communicate it to us
- Please note that the feasibility of the tour will depend on the availability of the proposed accommodations
- We do not take responsibility for any airline schedule changes that may occur after quoting or booking. We will do everything we can to alleviate any disruption of your itinerary or holiday but cannot be held responsible for any loss of funds, bookings, missed connections or other prebooked/paid services.
Gorilla tracking
Sezibwa falls and Mabira Forest
White water Rafting
Nature Walk
Sceneries
Stopover at the Equator
Igongo Cultural Visit
