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GORILLA ENCOUNTER FOOTPRINTS OF HOPE

6 Days

Imagine trekking through misty forests in Uganda, side by side with fellow nature lovers who share your passion for protecting the planet. At Eco-Connect Hub, we’re not just about gorilla trekking (though spotting those gentle giants in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park will take your breath away). We’re about adventures that leave a positive mark.

Join us as we wander the wild trails of Bwindi, where every step supports local communities in Kisoro and beyond. We partner with villagers to protect gorillas, restore habitats, and create eco-friendly livelihoods—so your journey helps safeguard Uganda’s natural wonders for generations.

This safari is a chance to slow down, breathe in the fresh forest air, and reconnect with what matters. Swap stories with guides who know these mountains like family, sip coffee from local farmers, and fall asleep to the sounds of the jungle in eco-friendly lodges.

Come travel lightly and responsibly with us. Because together, we can turn awe-inspiring moments into lasting change.

ECO- SAFARI AND VOLUNTEERING

Day 01 :
Arrival and Entebbe Scenic Drive

From Entebbe International Airport, you can enjoy a scenic drive to the beaches on Lake Victoria. Depending on your arrival time, you can visit nearby islands like Gamba.

The Entebbe scenic tour will lead you to your guest house or hotel in Entebbe or Kampala for a night's stay. Spend the evening delving into the Ugandan style and preparing for the next road trip.

Alternatively, you can enjoy community village volunteering in Entebbe and Kawuku villages. volunteering can offer the time of reflection and appreciation.

Entebbe is a fun town, you can opt for Ugandan nightlife by enjoying clubs, launges and sweet food tasting.

Day 02 :
Scenic road trip to Bwindi

From samptous breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked by our tour guide/driver. It is always an early English breakfast, to also enough time for the journey to bwindi.

From the bustling town, the country roads meander dodging the vast cattle farms of Ankole, the undulating terraced hills of kisoro and several scenic beautiful spots.

The tweets and the whispers of the forest will welcome you as you draw close to the fringes of Bwindi impenetrable forest. You will check in to your lodge located outside Bwindi impenetrable national park.

spend the night, enjoy the fireplace stories with other travelers and also prepare for the next day.

Day 03 :
Gorilla trekking and Conservation sensitization

The day will begin with an early breakfast at the lodge, and then you will be transferred to the national park headquarters for a briefing before the actual jungle hike.

The briefing equips all trekkers with forest hacks and rules and regulations to help safeguard the wildlife and safety of the trekkers.

the trekking will commence and the duration is dependent on the gorilla family. however, the average time is 6hours through the forest.

for one hour, or 60minutes, you will be given a chance to enjoy the encounter with the gentle giants. take photos with no flashing lights, and enjoy the narrations of our knowledgeable guides.

After trekking, you will go back to your lodge and have lunch before heading to the community for conservation sensitization.

the community visits offer you a chance to enjoy dances of the bakiga, and interactions with the local people.

Conservation efforts are amplified with every penny that is spent of crafts, gratuity and donations to conservative communities and women initiatives in the area.

Day 04 :
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

In the morning after a sumptuous breakfast at the lodge on the fringes of Bwindi forest, the adventure trail continues southwards to yet another scenic destination; Lake Bunyonyi.

The rough terrain roads due to the weathered volcanic roads are manageable by the four wheel land cruiser vans. You will enjoy the undulating landscape of the area.

In our effort to emphasis sustainable tourism, we curate our journeys putting the local community visits among the list of priority activities.

You will spend time , with the local communities, buying souvenirs and enjoying the stories.

reaching Lake Bunyonyi in the late after noon, you will have some time to enjoy the sunset at the lake as you shake off the fatigue from the previous adventures.

Day 05 :
Lake Bunyonyi exploration and community support charity

The dawn feels different at lake bunyonyi, the tweet of the many weaver birds are heard on sunrise.

You will enjoy the breakfast and then head to itambira island where you will enjoy the presentation about itambira island seeds of hope organisation.

you will spend some time at the island enjoying the interactions with the locals. We emphasize donations, supporting local businesses in order to impart our sustainability efforts throughout uganda.

Day 06 :
Batwa boat cruise, hike and charity

Hopefully the night was restful, you will enjoy your sumptuous organic and nutritious breaks fast at the lodge before heading to the dock for a boat cruise.

The boat cruise is your chance to enjoy the fisher men catching crayfish; the only fish type in lake bunyonyi. Take several photos of the different bird species, and let the cruise give you a moment to reflect as you gaze at the water edge.

The Boat cruise will land you to the dock, where you will find the locals; children who will help you hike to the batwa village. We encourage you to tip the children for helping with the hike.

When you reach the batwa village, warm welcomes are always exciting for every one. After settling, the batwa dancers will present their cultural dance and will narate folklore and stories of the forest.

The Batwa community depends much on donations from tourists for livelihood, so, do not hesitate to 'reach a hand".

With enough time spend, coffee tasted and photos taken, you will head back to the lodge for the nights rest and relaxation.

Day 07 :
END : Transfer to Entebbe

To note;

On this dawn, we truly believe that all the activities and trails taken have directly and indirectly benefited all the stakeholders in tourism. We also trust and believe that the donations and tips given to the local communities will contribute to the conservation efforts of the gorillas and other wildlife in the area.

The journey back to Entebbe international airport is moderately long about 6hours drive. however, extra stopovers for photography and interactions with the local communities make it even fun. Alternatively; the air charters can drop you to Entebbe, when booked for.

Our guide will transfer you to Entebbe International Airport for your flight back home. He will make sure you have out thank you hamper as our simple appreciation gesture.

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

GORILLA ENCOUNTER FOOTPRINTS OF HOPE