3 Days Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Safari
Explore Uganda’s Scenic Gorilla Highlands
This 3 Days Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Safari takes you to the stunning Virunga region of southwestern Uganda for an unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking experience. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is home to the famous Nyakagezi Gorilla Family and offers breathtaking volcanic scenery.
Day 1 – Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Your safari guide will pick you up early in the morning from Kampala or Entebbe and begin the scenic drive to southwestern Uganda through beautiful countryside landscapes. Enjoy stopovers at the Equator for photography and shopping before proceeding to Mbarara town for lunch. Continue to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park arriving in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation Options: Traveler’s Rest Hotel | Lake Mulehe Safari Lodge |Mount Gahinga Lodge
Day 2 – Gorilla Trekking Experience in Mgahinga
After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your gorilla trekking adventure in search of the Nyakagezi Gorilla Family. Trekking through the volcanic forest can take between 2 to 8 hours depending on the movement of the gorillas. Once located, enjoy one magical hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat before returning to the lodge.
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Day 3 – Return to Kampala
After breakfast, begin your scenic journey back to Kampala or Entebbe enjoying spectacular views of the Virunga Mountains and rolling hills of southwestern Uganda. Stop for refreshments and photography along the way before arriving in Kampala or Entebbe in the evening marking the end of your unforgettable Uganda gorilla safari.
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