Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Early Morning Breakfast: Start early to fuel up for the trek. Gorilla trekking starts with a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) rangers. They will provide information on the dos and don’ts when trekking and encountering gorillas. Gorilla Trekking: You will head out to one of the designated trekking points depending on the gorilla family assigned to you (Bwindi has several trekking sectors: Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga, and Nkuringo). The trek duration varies from 2-8 hours, depending on where the gorillas are located. The goal is to track and spend 1 hour observing a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. What to expect: The trek will be a mix of hiking through dense forest, sometimes uphill, and can be physically demanding, but the reward is incredible as you get close to these magnificent creatures. Post Trekking: After spending your allotted hour with the gorillas, you’ll return to your lodge for a rest. Afternoon: If you’re up for it, you can take a village walk to visit the local Batwa pygmy communities, who have a rich cultural heritage tied to the forest. Evening at Leisure: Relax at your lodge with dinner and perhaps a local cultural performance or storytelling session.