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Buhoma is a small village located at the northern entrance of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, known primarily as a gateway for mountain gorilla trekking. Nestled in the misty hills and lush greenery of the park, Buhoma is the original location where gorilla trekking tours commenced in Uganda. This area offers a unique opportunity for visitors to encounter the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, a profoundly moving and unforgettable experience. Mahogany Springs Lodge, located in the Buhoma sector of Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is a premier destination for travelers seeking a memorable gorilla trekking experience. This luxurious lodge is renowned for its exceptional location, offering stunning views of the surrounding forest and river.
After you have landed at Entebbe Airport, our representative will be waiting for you outside the arrival terminal and will transfer you to Protea Hotel for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel.
Meal Plan: Bed and breakfast.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport by 5:50 am, where you can check in by 6:00 am for your 7:00 am flight to Kihihi, arriving at 8:45 am.
On arrival at Kihihi, a representative from Mahogany Springs Lodge will meet you and transfer you to Buhoma, a prime location for gorilla trekking.
Accommodation: Overnight at Mahogany Springs Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Wake up early for a delicious breakfast by 6:45 am, followed by a transfer to the park headquarters in Buhoma for a briefing.
Embark on a 2–8-hour trek to find the mountain gorillas. Spend up to one hour observing the gorillas once located.
Accommodation: Overnight stay at Mahogany Springs Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Transfer to Kihihi after breakfast to catch your 9:45 am departure flight back to Entebbe.
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