Classic Bwindi Gorilla Trek, Buhoma
Three days, two nights, and one unforgettable hour with a mountain gorilla family in the Bwindi forest.
The hour that changes how you see the wild
Buhoma is the original gateway to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You drive through Uganda's green hills, wake to forest mist, then walk with a ranger and trackers to a gorilla family that has been found for you at first light.
You spend one full hour with them, then meet the Batwa people who once lived in this forest. It is a short, complete journey, planned to feel unhurried.
Your three days in Uganda
The road to Bwindi
Entebbe or Kampala to Buhoma
- 07:00Pick up at Entebbe airport or your Kampala hotel. Meet your driver guide.
- 09:30Photo stop at the Equator crossing.
- 13:00Lunch break in Mbarara.
- 16:30Arrive in Buhoma, check in and enjoy a gear check with your guide.
- 19:00Dinner at your lodge and an early night.
Gorilla day
Trek, then the Batwa community
- 06:30Breakfast and packed lunch.
- 07:30Briefing at Buhoma park headquarters. Your gorilla family is assigned.
- 08:00Walk into the forest with a ranger and trackers, from 1 to 7 hours.
- MiddayYour full hour with the gorillas. Photograph, watch and simply be there.
- 15:30Batwa community walk to hear their forest stories and traditions.
- 19:00Dinner and time to share the day.
Forest morning and return
Buhoma to Entebbe or Kampala
- 07:00Breakfast.
- 08:00Short guided forest walk (optional).
- 10:00Depart Buhoma.
- 13:30Lunch break in Mbarara.
- 18:00Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe.
Choose your lodge level
Buhoma Community Rest Camp
BUDGETSimple, friendly community run camp close to the park gate.
Silverback Lodge
MIDRANGEComfortable cottages with forest views and good food, a few minutes from the trailhead.
Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
LUXURYPrivate tented rooms in the forest, fine dining and attentive service.
Or similar lodges, depending on availability. Tell us your preference and we will confirm.
Smooth from first mile to last
- Private 4x4 with a professional local driver guide
- Airport or hotel pick up and drop off
- Drive of about 8 to 9 hours each way, with comfort stops
- Fuel, park fees and permit handled by us
- Faster option: charter flight to Kihihi, quoted on request
What you will do
- Gorilla trek with a UWA ranger and trackers
- One full hour with your gorilla family
- Batwa community walk
- Optional forest walk on Day 3
- Add ons: Lake Bunyonyi, birding, extra night
Clear costs, no surprises
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Classic Bwindi Trek, midrange, per person sharing | From USD 1,400 |
| Gorilla permit (foreign nonresident), included | USD 800 |
| Luxury lodge or budget camp | Quoted on request |
| Single room supplement | Quoted at booking |
| Porter, paid on site | USD 15 to 20 |
| Uganda eVisa, paid by you | About USD 50 |
Included
- Gorilla permit
- 2 nights lodging, full board
- Private 4x4 and driver guide
- Airport transfers
- Park fees, ranger and trackers
- Batwa community walk
Not included
- International flights
- Visa and travel insurance
- Porter, tips and personal items
- Alcoholic drinks
- Optional extras
Seasons and rates
Dry months (Jun to Sep, Dec to Feb) are easiest underfoot and book first. Green months (Mar to May, Oct to Nov) are quieter and lusher.
Shape it around you
Tick what interests you and send it to our team in one tap.
Arrive ready
Documents and health
- Passport valid 6 months
- Uganda eVisa (evisa.go.ug)
- Yellow fever certificate
- Travel insurance with medical cover
- Ask your doctor about malaria advice
What to pack
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Long sleeves and trousers
- Rain jacket and gloves
- Insect repellent
- Camera, no flash
Safety on trek
- Keep 7 metres from the gorillas
- Guests with colds or flu cannot trek
- Armed rangers escort every group
- Follow your ranger at all times
- Fitness: steady walking for several hours
Simple, secure payment
- 30 percent deposit confirms your booking and permit
- Balance due 60 days before arrival
- Bookings within 60 days are paid in full
- Pay online through WeTravel, or ask for bank details
Fair and clear if plans change
| When you cancel | What is refunded |
|---|---|
| 60 days or more before arrival | Everything paid, except the permit and costs already committed |
| 30 to 59 days before arrival | 50 percent of the package price, excluding the permit |
| Under 30 days or no show | No refund |
Gorilla permits are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and are generally nonrefundable once purchased. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Where your booking stands
- Enquiry received
- Permit availability checked
- Itinerary agreed
- Deposit paid, confirmed
- Final documents sent
- Travel day
We update your stage and share a link ending in ?status=1 to 6 so you can follow it from your phone.
Your gorilla family is waiting
Permits are limited to 8 guests per family each day. Tell us your dates and we will check availability today.
Classic Bwindi Gorilla Trek, Buhoma
Three days, two nights, and one unforgettable hour with a mountain gorilla family in the Bwindi forest.
The hour that changes how you see the wild
Buhoma is the original gateway to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You drive through Uganda's green hills, wake to forest mist, then walk with a ranger and trackers to a gorilla family that has been found for you at first light.
You spend one full hour with them, then meet the Batwa people who once lived in this forest. It is a short, complete journey, planned to feel unhurried.
Your three days in Uganda
The road to Bwindi
Entebbe or Kampala to Buhoma
- 07:00Pick up at Entebbe airport or your Kampala hotel. Meet your driver guide.
- 09:30Photo stop at the Equator crossing.
- 13:00Lunch break in Mbarara.
- 16:30Arrive in Buhoma, check in and enjoy a gear check with your guide.
- 19:00Dinner at your lodge and an early night.
Gorilla day
Trek, then the Batwa community
- 06:30Breakfast and packed lunch.
- 07:30Briefing at Buhoma park headquarters. Your gorilla family is assigned.
- 08:00Walk into the forest with a ranger and trackers, from 1 to 7 hours.
- MiddayYour full hour with the gorillas. Photograph, watch and simply be there.
- 15:30Batwa community walk to hear their forest stories and traditions.
- 19:00Dinner and time to share the day.
Forest morning and return
Buhoma to Entebbe or Kampala
- 07:00Breakfast.
- 08:00Short guided forest walk (optional).
- 10:00Depart Buhoma.
- 13:30Lunch break in Mbarara.
- 18:00Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe.
Choose your lodge level
Buhoma Community Rest Camp
BUDGETSimple, friendly community run camp close to the park gate.
Silverback Lodge
MIDRANGEComfortable cottages with forest views and good food, a few minutes from the trailhead.
Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
LUXURYPrivate tented rooms in the forest, fine dining and attentive service.
Or similar lodges, depending on availability. Tell us your preference and we will confirm.
Smooth from first mile to last
- Private 4x4 with a professional local driver guide
- Airport or hotel pick up and drop off
- Drive of about 8 to 9 hours each way, with comfort stops
- Fuel, park fees and permit handled by us
- Faster option: charter flight to Kihihi, quoted on request
What you will do
- Gorilla trek with a UWA ranger and trackers
- One full hour with your gorilla family
- Batwa community walk
- Optional forest walk on Day 3
- Add ons: Lake Bunyonyi, birding, extra night
Clear costs, no surprises
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Classic Bwindi Trek, midrange, per person sharing | From USD 1,400 |
| Gorilla permit (foreign nonresident), included | USD 800 |
| Luxury lodge or budget camp | Quoted on request |
| Single room supplement | Quoted at booking |
| Porter, paid on site | USD 15 to 20 |
| Uganda eVisa, paid by you | About USD 50 |
Included
- Gorilla permit
- 2 nights lodging, full board
- Private 4x4 and driver guide
- Airport transfers
- Park fees, ranger and trackers
- Batwa community walk
Not included
- International flights
- Visa and travel insurance
- Porter, tips and personal items
- Alcoholic drinks
- Optional extras
Seasons and rates
Dry months (Jun to Sep, Dec to Feb) are easiest underfoot and book first. Green months (Mar to May, Oct to Nov) are quieter and lusher.
Shape it around you
Tick what interests you and send it to our team in one tap.
Arrive ready
Documents and health
- Passport valid 6 months
- Uganda eVisa (evisa.go.ug)
- Yellow fever certificate
- Travel insurance with medical cover
- Ask your doctor about malaria advice
What to pack
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Long sleeves and trousers
- Rain jacket and gloves
- Insect repellent
- Camera, no flash
Safety on trek
- Keep 7 metres from the gorillas
- Guests with colds or flu cannot trek
- Armed rangers escort every group
- Follow your ranger at all times
- Fitness: steady walking for several hours
Simple, secure payment
- 30 percent deposit confirms your booking and permit
- Balance due 60 days before arrival
- Bookings within 60 days are paid in full
- Pay online through WeTravel, or ask for bank details
Fair and clear if plans change
| When you cancel | What is refunded |
|---|---|
| 60 days or more before arrival | Everything paid, except the permit and costs already committed |
| 30 to 59 days before arrival | 50 percent of the package price, excluding the permit |
| Under 30 days or no show | No refund |
Gorilla permits are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and are generally nonrefundable once purchased. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Where your booking stands
- Enquiry received
- Permit availability checked
- Itinerary agreed
- Deposit paid, confirmed
- Final documents sent
- Travel day
We update your stage and share a link ending in ?status=1 to 6 so you can follow it from your phone.
Your gorilla family is waiting
Permits are limited to 8 guests per family each day. Tell us your dates and we will check availability today.