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Day 1 - Kampala - Bwindi. 0700Hrs pick up from Kampala and proceed to the south western part of the country. Lunch will be served en route as you proceed to Bwindi National Park the home of Mountain Gorillas. It is estimated half of the world’s surviving population of mountain gorillas 300 live within these boundaries shared by the three countries Uganda, Rwanda and Congo. This is a long but enjoyable drive.
Drive south to Buhoma viewing the terraced hills of Kigezi Highlands(Switzerland of Africa).
Dinner and overnight at a Lodge in Buhoma
Day 2 Gorilla Trekking
After breakfast, tour briefing and guide allocation will be done.
Time taken and the terrain varies from about 1- 8 hours depending on the movement of these gentle giants.Each encounter during the trek is different and has its own rewards as no trek is similar to any, however are likely to enjoy the close view of adults feeding, grooming and resting as the youngsters frolic and swing from vines in delightfully playful manner.This is the most spectacular event of nature.
Long pants like jean type, sturdy shoes to help you hiking steep and slippery slopes, long sleeved shirts and blouses to protect your bodies from thorns and itching plants are recomended.
Dinner and overnight at a Lodge in Mbarara
Day 3 Mbarara – Kampala
After breakfast,check out and drive back to Kampala.
Cost Includes: - Meals and accommodation at full board
- Gorilla permits 1 permit per person
- Safari driver guide
- Park fees
- Government taxes
- Complimentary bottled water while driving on safari
- The trek can be combined with Queen Elizabeth National Park.
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African Safaris 
