Take a Short Break Adventure to Uganda and embark on a journey to meet one of the world's most endangered species – the noble mountain gorilla. Encounter Uganda's birdlife, frogs and butterflies while hiking through the thick jungle with an experienced local tracker in search of these amazing creatures. The first glimpses of mountain gorillas will be sure to capture your heart – a just reward for a challenging trek.
Uganda Gorilla Short Break: Original
Deal number: 4974324
Intrepid
This deal expires 16 Aug 2025
From 12/08/2025 to 31/12/2026
Uganda
4-day tour
Price from
$4,490*
per person
Deal number: 4974324
Trek through mountainous forest terrain in search of a gorilla family in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Gorilla permit is included) and spend an unforgettable hour watching them play!
Enjoy a game drive through Lake Mburo National Park and look out for antelope, zebras, impalas, buffalo, leopards, hyenas and jackals.
Take an optional excursion to Mikozi Village and explore the Ugandan countryside, visit the local markets, speak with a traditional Ugandan healer and have a drink or at the local bar.
Have the option to purchase a second gorilla permit, doubling your experience of watching the great male silverback in the wild!
Visit Kampala and stop at the nearby equator for an iconic photo.
Breakfasts Included: 3
Lunches Included: 3
Dinners Included: 3
Lodge (3 nights)
4WD Safari Vehicle
Age: min 15
Group Size: 1 - 12
Lake Mburo National Park - 4x4 Game Drive
Bwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
Enjoy a game drive through Lake Mburo National Park and look out for antelope, zebras, impalas, buffalo, leopards, hyenas and jackals.
Take an optional excursion to Mikozi Village and explore the Ugandan countryside, visit the local markets, speak with a traditional Ugandan healer and have a drink or at the local bar.
Have the option to purchase a second gorilla permit, doubling your experience of watching the great male silverback in the wild!
Visit Kampala and stop at the nearby equator for an iconic photo.
Breakfasts Included: 3
Lunches Included: 3
Dinners Included: 3
Lodge (3 nights)
4WD Safari Vehicle
Age: min 15
Group Size: 1 - 12
Lake Mburo National Park - 4x4 Game Drive
Bwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
1 Kampala/Lake Mburo
Ki kati! Welcome to Uganda. Your adventure begins straight away at 9 am this morning at your joining point hotel. You’ll be picked up to make your way to Lake Mburo National Park. The flora of this park is acacia woodland, different to most other parks in East Africa, which means its fauna is also different. It's the best place in the country to see the gigantic eland antelope and has about 68 different species of mammals including zebras, impalas, buffalo, leopards, hyenas and jackals. There are five lakes within the park, home to hippos, crocodiles and a variety of waterbirds, while the papyrus swamps provide cover for the sitatunga antelope and red, black and yellow papyrus gonalek. This small park is less well-known among tourists so it's much quieter than some of the more famous East African parks. When you arrive, head out on a game drive through the park before settling into your accommodation in Mbarara.
2 Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
This morning, rise early and make your way towards the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Famous for its remarkable biodiversity, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to many endangered species, including roughly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. The afternoon is free to check out some of the local sights. The optional village visit takes you to Mikozi Village, where you can become acquainted with the Ugandan countryside, visit the local markets, speak with a traditional Ugandan healer and enjoy a drink or two at the local bar before returning to your lodge in Rushaga.
3 Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Travel into the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to see the mountain gorillas this morning. Tracking gorillas in the dense forest can sometimes be wet, muddy and uncomfortable and may reach altitudes of almost 2000 m above sea level. The terrain is by no means easy, so it can be strenuous and often humid, but the sheer thrill of coming across a habituated group of gorillas, dominated by a great male silverback, more than outweighs any difficulty. We can usually get very close to the mountain gorillas, who are placid and gentle. Once a trekking group encounters one of the gorilla families, your visit with the gorillas will last one hour. After, retire to your lodge and soak up the incredible views.
4 Kampala
Today is a long travel day as you make tracks back to Kampala, stopping along the way to take photos at the equator and enjoy a picnic lunch. Your trip will come to an end with you reach your hotel at approximately 5 pm. If you’d like to organise extra accommodation, just reach out to your booking agent ahead of time.
Ki kati! Welcome to Uganda. Your adventure begins straight away at 9 am this morning at your joining point hotel. You’ll be picked up to make your way to Lake Mburo National Park. The flora of this park is acacia woodland, different to most other parks in East Africa, which means its fauna is also different. It's the best place in the country to see the gigantic eland antelope and has about 68 different species of mammals including zebras, impalas, buffalo, leopards, hyenas and jackals. There are five lakes within the park, home to hippos, crocodiles and a variety of waterbirds, while the papyrus swamps provide cover for the sitatunga antelope and red, black and yellow papyrus gonalek. This small park is less well-known among tourists so it's much quieter than some of the more famous East African parks. When you arrive, head out on a game drive through the park before settling into your accommodation in Mbarara.
2 Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
This morning, rise early and make your way towards the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Famous for its remarkable biodiversity, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to many endangered species, including roughly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. The afternoon is free to check out some of the local sights. The optional village visit takes you to Mikozi Village, where you can become acquainted with the Ugandan countryside, visit the local markets, speak with a traditional Ugandan healer and enjoy a drink or two at the local bar before returning to your lodge in Rushaga.
3 Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Travel into the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to see the mountain gorillas this morning. Tracking gorillas in the dense forest can sometimes be wet, muddy and uncomfortable and may reach altitudes of almost 2000 m above sea level. The terrain is by no means easy, so it can be strenuous and often humid, but the sheer thrill of coming across a habituated group of gorillas, dominated by a great male silverback, more than outweighs any difficulty. We can usually get very close to the mountain gorillas, who are placid and gentle. Once a trekking group encounters one of the gorilla families, your visit with the gorillas will last one hour. After, retire to your lodge and soak up the incredible views.
4 Kampala
Today is a long travel day as you make tracks back to Kampala, stopping along the way to take photos at the equator and enjoy a picnic lunch. Your trip will come to an end with you reach your hotel at approximately 5 pm. If you’d like to organise extra accommodation, just reach out to your booking agent ahead of time.
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Deal number: 4974324
Uganda Gorilla Short Break: Original
Intrepid
From 12/08/2025 to 31/12/2026
Uganda
4-day tour
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