How to Fly to Bwindi for Gorilla Trekking & Safari Adventures
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a top destination for gorilla trekking, home to nearly 50% of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Visitors travel from all over the globe to experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend an hour with these endangered primates.
Beyond gorilla trekking, Bwindi offers cycling tours, gorilla habituation experiences, nature walks, village tours, and birdwatching. The park, located in southwestern Uganda (Kisoro District), is approximately 520 km from Kampala. While a road trip takes around 7-8 hours, flying to Bwindi is the fastest and most comfortable option.
Domestic Flights to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
For travelers seeking a quick and convenient way to reach Bwindi, domestic flights are available from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and Kajjansi Airfield to Kihihi Airstrip and Kisoro Airstrip. These flights significantly reduce travel time compared to the long road journey.
Flight Options to Bwindi
🚀 Scheduled Flights – Operated by Aerolink Uganda and BAR Aviation, with daily departures.
🛩️ Charter Flights – Available for private bookings to match your schedule.
🚗 Ground Transfers – Usoke Explorers arranges seamless pick-up services from Kihihi and Kisoro Airstrips to your respective Bwindi sector:
- Kihihi Airstrip (Closest to Buhoma & Ruhija Sectors) – 1 to 1.5-hour drive.
- Kisoro Airstrip (Closest to Rushaga & Nkuringo Sectors) – 1-hour drive.
✈️ No direct flights to Buhoma or Ruhija – The nearest airstrip is Kihihi, requiring a scenic drive through the forest.
Flight Schedules & Prices – Entebbe to Bwindi
Flights with AeroLink Uganda
| Route | Departure | Arrival | One-Way (Adult) | One-Way (Child) | Taxes | Return (Adult) | Return (Child) | Return Taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entebbe → Kihihi | 7:00 AM | 8:45 AM | $273 | $191.1 | $10 | $452 | $316.4 | $10 |
| Kihihi → Entebbe | 9:45 AM | 11:25 AM | $273 | $191.1 | $10 | $452 | $316.4 | $10 |
| Entebbe → Kihihi | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM | $273 | $191.1 | $80 | $452 | $316.4 | $90 |
| Kihihi → Entebbe | 2:45 PM | 4:15 PM | $273 | $191.1 | $80 | $452 | $316.4 | $90 |
| Entebbe → Kisoro | 7:00 AM | 8:10 PM | $273 | $191.1 | $80 | $452 | $316.4 | $90 |
| Kisoro → Entebbe | 8:25 PM | 11:25 PM | $273 | $191.1 | $80 | $452 | $316.4 | $90 |
Flights with BAR Aviation
| Route | One-Way (Adult) | One-Way (Child) | Taxes | Return (Adult) | Return (Child) | Return Taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entebbe → Kihihi | $250 | $175 | $10 | $430 | $301 | $20 |
| Entebbe → Kisoro | $250 | $175 | $60 | $430 | $301 | $70 |
🏷 Flight prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonal demand.
Best Time to Fly to Bwindi
📅 June to October & December to February – Best travel period with clear skies and smooth flights.
🌧️ April, May & November – Some flights may be delayed due to weather conditions.
Why Book a Fly-In Safari with Usoke Explorers?
🌍 Expert Tour Operators – We specialize in customized fly-in safaris to Bwindi.
🚗 Seamless Transfers – Our team will pick you up from the airstrip and drive you to your lodge.
📅 Flexible Scheduling – We tailor your trip based on your itinerary and preferences.
🏡 Best Accommodation Deals – We help you book the top lodges near Bwindi.
Book Your Bwindi Flight & Safari Today!
Ready to experience gorilla trekking in Bwindi without the long road trip? Let Usoke Explorers handle your flight booking and safari package for a stress-free adventure.
📩 Email: info@usokeexplorers.com
🌍 Website: www.usokeexplorers.com
📞 Call/WhatsApp: +256 754203030
✈️ Fly to Bwindi – Save Time, See More, and Make Lifelong Memories! 🦍
