3 Day Uganda Gorilla Safari
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3 Day Uganda Gorilla Safari
By The Safari Vibes
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About
A Gorilla Safari that will take you to Bwindi, located amidst magnificent forests in the extreme end of South west Uganda, across the steep escarpments of the western rift valley. Bwindi impenetrable forest is the only park in the world which is famous for harbouring half of the world’s endangered gorillas.
The evening Cultural performances by local communities around Buhoma is worthwhile to see or you can opt for a cultural village walk to meet and interact with the local communities.
You will also enjoy some souvenir shopping at the Equator line which has a number of craft shops & restaurants.
Lowest price guaranteeFree cancellation
Ages 18-80
Duration: 3 days
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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- Lunch
- Lunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Gorilla Permit
- All transportation on tour
- Bottled water
What's not included- Porter fees, tips and gratuities
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
- Entebbe Airport, Entebbe Uganda
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 113777P8- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
- If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
- If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 113777P8
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- alrN6427YW0 contributionsMurchisons safariAmazing experience. The whole trip was perfectly organised, we didn't have to worry about anything. The hotels were perfect, the driver was friendly and knowledgable. And the activities were better that we could have ever imagined!Written August 22, 2024
- donnawA9508AL0 contributionsExcellent ExperienceSafari Vibes checked all the boxes for service, accommodations, travel, and guide services in the park. Will definitely use them again!!Written August 21, 2024
- Wander380219568450 contributionsWe had an amazing adventure in Uganda, all thanks to The Safari Vibes!We had very little time to arrange a trip to Uganda and were looking for a customized itinerary to maximize our short visit. Fortunately, we found Arthur of The Safari Vibes here on TripAdvisor, who was extremely fast in communication and helped us immensely by arranging us a custom 5-day trip, visiting Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Sipi Falls, and Jinja. We even had a video call prior to the trip to discuss the plan and to make sure everything was according to our wishes. Given our limited timeframe, we probably couldn't have visited Uganda without Arthur's quick help and flexibility. Big thanks to you, Arthur! Here is a short overview of our trip: We were picked up in Kampala by Wilson, one of the experienced guides from The Safari Vibes team. On the first day, Wilson brought us to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where we were thrilled to see four white rhinos up close, walking just a few meters away from them! Afterwards, we continued our journey to Murchison Falls. In Murchison, we started with an unforgettable chimpanzee tracking experience in the Bugungu Reserve, where we spotted over 20 chimpanzees. We then traveled to Hornbill Bush Lodge, were we where treated like royalty. Day two started with a bit of a challenge as Leroy was unwell, but Wilson, Arthur (on the phone), and the lodge staff took great care of us, even bringing breakfast to our room. Despite the rough start, we managed to visit the stunning Murchison Falls. Later, we enjoyed a fantastic boat trip on the Nile, spotting various wildlife. Our guide Wilson then took us on an evening safari where we saw numerous animals up close, and ending the day with an encounter with an elephant on the road near our lodge. On the third day, we took a long drive to Sipi Falls (review about our Sipi adventure in more detail here: https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g3732357-d25457165-r953405780-Mt_Elgon_Hikes_Uganda-Sipi_Eastern_Region.html). We stayed in a beautiful house with a panoramic view on the big Sipi waterfall. We had a fascinating coffee tour, learning about the entire coffee-making process from local farmers. We ended the day with a sunset view on a nearby mountaintop and a delicious three-course dinner. Day four began with an exciting hike along the upper falls of Sipi, leading to the lower falls where Leroy abseiled down while I enjoyed the view and captured the moment. After a delicious lunch at the lodge, we headed to Jinja, where we finally met Arthur in person. He welcomed us warmly and took us to a lovely spot by the Nile, followed by a visit to a gourmet market. The evening was relaxed, preparing us for our last day. The final day was calm and enjoyable, starting with a breakfast followed by a boat trip to the source of the Nile. We explored the town for souvenirs, had an amazing lunch, and then prepared for our journey back. Our guide of the boat tour was knowledgeable and enthusiastic, making the trip informative and fun. During the trip, we saw various birds, monkeys, and some large lizards. Afterwards, we were dropped off all the way at the airport for our flight back. Arthur and his team ensured every detail was perfect: everything was arranged for us from pickup to drop-off at the airport, so we had nothing to worry about. The accommodations were wonderful, the food was excellent, and the experiences were unique and thrilling. The Safari Vibes took great care of us, and for a very fair price. We highly recommend The Safari Vibes to anybody who wants to visit Uganda!Written July 3, 2024
- Tracy S0 contributionsAmazingArthur and Wilson are amazing! They organised everything and made us feel really comfortable. Thank you for the lovely experience.Written October 8, 2023
- Z8757UFtracys0 contributionsAmazingArthur and Wilson where amazing. They organised everything and made us feel so good. Thank you for the lovely experience!Written October 8, 2023
- 837ishtare0 contributionsFantastic experience in UgandaThank you Artha for an unforgettable trip. From the beginning he was very helpful and made things easy and fun. Our safari was a great success. We couldn't have hoped for a better experience.Written June 20, 2023
- Luxtraveller310 contributions8 days in Uganda with ArthaWe have just completed an 8 day safari with Artha from Safari Vibes and we had such an amazing time. We saw tree climbing lions in Murchison Falls which is such a rare occurence since they usually only climb in Queen Elizabeth, we also saw 3 leopards on the same day which was unbelievable. Artha was excellent from the beginning when we were planning the trip and gave us the best package available and his company was quite affordable compared to the other companies we asked for thr same package. I would definitely recommend these guys.Written August 23, 2022
- ColoradoSJ0 contributionsGood Single-Night OptionThis trip was a one night excursion to Lake Mburo. Arthur was great to work with and is very responsive in his communications. This was a fun trip with the only disappointment being we never got to any of the lakes/water features in the area. However, Arthur assured me if I were to bring a group (I was scoping this trip out for that possibility in the future) we could get to the water. The walking trek with a UWA guide was fantastic and we spent a lot of time following a herd of about 15 giraffe, including some babies. A bonus for me was seeing the Ankole cattle that are from this region; a traditional specie whose horns are used to make many Ugandan craft items. Overall, a nice trip with excellent accommodations.Written August 7, 2022
- U5084TFdavef0 contributionsUganda safariThis was by far the best safari experience I have ever had, from the vehicle to the accommodations, everything was on point. Frank was awesome, took good care of us and showed us a great time. The lions and the leopards were the highlight along with the chimp trekking..... the chimps were very cool that is an experience all to itself. Loved every minute of itWritten May 2, 2022
- katiekJ6169IZ0 contributionsAmazing experienceWe had an amazing experience! Our guide Frank was a great driver and made sure we got to see so many animals. Our lodge was perfect- the food was great and the setting was beautiful.Written April 16, 2022
- Chris S0 contributionsGreat car rental at great pricesOrganised car rental through artha as my car broke down. Artha was so flexible and helpful and the prices were extremely reasonable. The car we rented was in excellent condition.Written February 8, 2022
- mikef8400 contributionsWe found the cats!! First vehicle out of the lodge in the morning and last vehicle back in the evening!!We stayed in the middle of the park which allowed us to leave early and come back late. This was my third trip to Murchison and the first time I saw leopards! We also saw lions every game drive as well as a ton of other animals. Overall it was a great time on safari! Artha and Frank were great hosts/guides. Frank knew the park well and is an expert on hunting cats! I first met Artha when he was working on the river in Jinja. He has taken his great customer service skills from there and started a very cool safari company! I have friends or family come to visit me about once a year and I will definitely be booking with Safari Vibes again. Book the trip you will have a great time!!Written January 27, 2022
- dbfish520 contributionsYou will see allll the animals.Incredible experience! We saw 5 leopards on our game drives thanks to our guide's expertise. The food and lodging was all taken care of and everything was very smooth and well organized.Written January 5, 2022
- ange-ange2010 contributionsWakanda Forever vibesFrank was our guide and he was super professional and knows his stuff. We had lots of questions and he had lots of answers. He didn't need a map because he so confidently knew where the animals were. We cut ours to 2 days (because we had to fly out earlier than planned) but we had such a good time. The accomodation was nice and within budget. It was nice to pay one fee and have everything covered (transport, food and lodging). Will definitely reach out to Arthur and Frank when I need to go on another trip.Written January 2, 2022
- 196kristend0 contributionsHighly recommend ! Amazing and unforgettable experienceDon’t miss out, book with safari vibes today ! Artha was amazing and so helpful. My plans changed last minute and he was able to cater to my needs. We went to murchison, lake Mburo, queen elizabeth and fort portal. Our guide Frank worked so hard to make sure we saw all of the Big Five animals! Accommodation was all at some amazing lodges as well. I felt like royalty the whole time. If you want a personalized safari this is your company. Artha is a great guy and hires some really great guides who are not only incredibly experienced but also super fun and personable. I can’t thank him enough for this trip!Written December 13, 2021
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Joseph L
Philadelphia, PA12 contributions
Feb 2020
We were a group of medical students/residents working at the hospital in Kampala and felt obliged to at least come to work on Friday instead of skipping out, and Arthur kindly worked with us to still schedule us to come later that day and experience gorilla trekking the very next day. This was an awesome thing to do! Pricey but totally worth it - the money goes toward conservation, which is a difficult thing to accomplish due to the geopolitics, the danger of poachers, etc. They also arranged for us to visit Lake Bunyonyi, which was really rather beautiful, in addition to the surrounding mountain and landscapes. The accommodations chosen were quite reasonable with decent bathrooms and beds, as well as food. Our driver expertly navigated harsh terrain and Uganda's pretty tricky driving rules to get us to where we needed to be. And we still made it back in time on Sunday night, to go to work the next morning. Overall a great trip and well accomplished by Safari Vibes.
Written March 2, 2020
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Feb 2020 • Friends
I booked the 3 days gorilla tour and asked if possible to stop at Lake Bunyonyi. In the end we stayed even one night at lake Bunyonyi and had an amazing boat ride there. That was a surprise that made me so happy 😀. Thank you 🙏.
That is what I really like about the Safari Vibes team. You can really trust they make the best out of your travel and it is very individual. Our guide for that trip was Frank, he was great. Explained a lot about the country and what is interesting to know. He drove very safe the long trip to the gorillas and the gorilla trekking itself was an unforgettable experience. I would definitely recommend to do it. After the trekking, Frank waited already for us and after showering in our luxurious accommodation how nice to get a shower after the hike 😀, we continued our trip to Bunyonyi Lake. It was wonderful!
Thanks to the whole Safari Vibes Team, thanks for the surprise Arthur 😉.
That is what I really like about the Safari Vibes team. You can really trust they make the best out of your travel and it is very individual. Our guide for that trip was Frank, he was great. Explained a lot about the country and what is interesting to know. He drove very safe the long trip to the gorillas and the gorilla trekking itself was an unforgettable experience. I would definitely recommend to do it. After the trekking, Frank waited already for us and after showering in our luxurious accommodation how nice to get a shower after the hike 😀, we continued our trip to Bunyonyi Lake. It was wonderful!
Thanks to the whole Safari Vibes Team, thanks for the surprise Arthur 😉.
Written February 26, 2020
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Matt_mjones
Manhattan Beach, CA2 contributions
Jan 2025 • Friends
Arthur, Jared, and Wilson were professional, informative, and accommodating in every way. It was a once in a lifetime experience.
Written January 10, 2025
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