Gorilla Express

If you are short on time but who have always wanted to see some of the rarest primates on the planet, then this is the trip for you. We travel from Entebbe to the south-western corner of Uganda, Bwindi, to spend time with the majestic highland mountain gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Passing incredible landscapes, meeting local Ugandans and visiting a chimpanzee sanctuary on a small island on Lake Victoria are other highlights of this trip. Coming face to face with endangered gorillas in their own environment is a real privilege and an experience that will be indelibly etched in our minds. There is no real way to describe the intimacy of getting close to these giants – for many, it is a deeply moving experience.

Gorilla Express

Quite simply trekking to visit mountain gorillas is one of those ‘must do’ things and Uganda offers an incredible opportunity to achieve this.

Unlike most other companies Gecko’s pre-purchases gorilla permits from the Ugandan authorities to ensure that we are able to offer them for each departure. Please note that the Ugandan government may revoke or change permit conditions at any time (including after purchase) without prior notice. Gecko’s Adventures does not accept responsibility for loss of enjoyment or compensation resulting from any changes beyond our control.

From our joining hotel in Entebbe, our customised safari vehicle, takes us on our journey through Uganda. We stay in local hotels or tented camps that are fairly basic, but all offer hot showers at the end of the day. A local tour guide escorts us during our safari, giving us a valuable insight into the cultural aspects of the country and the local ways, whilst expert trackers help us in our quest to find the mountain gorillas.

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