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Fly straight to the mist. Swap 9 hours of rough roads for 90 minutes of pure magic.
Why spend a precious day of your safari navigating dusty, corrugated roads when you could be soaring over emerald tea plantations, volcanic crater lakes, and the dramatic ridges of the Great Rift Valley?
This private Cessna 172 charter turns an exhausting drive into an unforgettable aerial showcase, delivering you safely to Kihihi Airstrip in under an hour and a half. Step off the plane right into your awaiting lodge transfer, arriving at Bwindi Forest refreshed, energized, and ready for the gorilla trek of a lifetime.
Turn travel hours into your favorite safari memory—book your private flight today.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Skip the stress of finding your way to the airfield — let us bring the experience to your doorstep. When you choose the product option with all-day private transport, our trusted driver, John, will collect you from Kampala (Muyenga Tank Hill Road or Kololo Acacia Mall) or your selected location, and take you directly to Kajjansi Airfield.
From there, step aboard your flight for a breathtaking journey over Uganda’s rolling green hills and stunning landscapes, landing at Kihihi Airstrip — the main gateway to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Upon landing, you will connect with your lodge or hotel transfer team for the scenic 1 to 1.5-hour drive into the heart of the mist-covered forest. There, you'll embark on an unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking experience. At the end of your adventure, you will return to Kihihi Airstrip for your flight back to Kajjansi. Once you touch down, John will be waiting to drive you safely back to your hotel or residence — completing a truly seamless, door-to-door experience.
Kajjansi Airfield, Gate 2.
What to expect
Select your preferred package when booking on Viator. Choose the All-Day Private Transport option to include seamless round-trip transfers from your Kampala hotel, residence, or designated landmarks (such as Muyenga Tank Hill Road or Kololo Acacia Mall). Instant confirmation and transfer details will be provided right away. (If you select the flight-only option, you will meet the pilot directly at Kajjansi Airfield).
Step 2: Kampala Pick-Up & Drive to Airfield (Transport Option Only)
For guests who book the private transport package, your driver, John, will pick you up directly from your Kampala hotel or residence. Enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free ride through Kampala straight to Kajjansi Airfield.
Step 3: Private Cessna 172 Flight to Kihihi (1.5 Hours vs. 9 Hours by Road)
Board your private Cessna 172 aircraft at Kajjansi Airfield. Trade a bumpy, grueling 9-hour road journey for a fast, scenic 1.5-hour private flight. Soar over Uganda’s breathtaking rolling green hills and landscapes before touching down smoothly at Kihihi Airstrip—the primary aviation gateway to Bwindi.
Step 4: Safari Transfer to Your Lodge & Gorilla Trekking
Upon arrival at Kihihi Airstrip, meet your dedicated local ground transfer team. You will enjoy a scenic 60- to 90-minute drive in a safari vehicle (depending on your specific lodge location) through countryside villages right into the heart of the mist-covered forest to begin your mountain gorilla trekking adventure.
Please note you can also opt for a return flight under the pricing options. In that case after your mountain gorilla trekking experience, your local ground team will transfer you back to Kihihi Airstrip for your 1.5-hour private return flight in the Cessna 172 back across Uganda to Kajjansi Airfield.
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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