Naleyo Tours and Travels

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kibale National Park

Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kibale National Park

Welcome to Uganda! Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your guide from Naleyo Tours and Travel will greet you and start your scenic drive west toward Kibale Forest National Park, often called the “Primate Capital of Africa.”
Enjoy the changing landscapes — from the lush green countryside to rolling tea plantations. Arrive in Fort Portal, a charming town near the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains, for lunch and a short rest.
If time allows, visit the crater lakes region before heading to your lodge near the forest.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Isunga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale – Drive to Queen Elizabeth

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale – Drive to Queen Elizabeth

After an early breakfast, join a ranger guide for your chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest.
Watch these lively primates swing from the treetops, play, and communicate — a thrilling and emotional experience. After the trek, enjoy lunch before heading south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its diverse wildlife and dramatic landscapes.
Arrive in time for an evening game drive incase time allows where you may spot elephants, warthogs, buffaloes, and perhaps a leopard at dusk.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Rise early for a sunrise game drive through the Kasenyi Plains. Look out for lions, elephants, Uganda kobs, and colorful birdlife as the golden light paints the savannah.
In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, connecting Lakes Edward and George. Watch hippos lazing in the water, crocodiles basking on the shores, and elephants quenching their thirst — an incredible close-up wildlife experience.
Optional evening activity: Cultural village walk or traditional dance performance.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Queen Elizabeth NP – Drive to Bwindi via Ishasha

Queen Elizabeth NP – Drive to Bwindi via Ishasha

After breakfast, set off on a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via the Ishasha Sector, home to the famous tree-climbing lions. Keep your eyes peeled for these rare cats lounging in the fig trees.
Continue through the rolling highlands into the mystical Bwindi Forest — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of the endangered mountain gorillas.
Arrive at your lodge nestled on the forest edge, surrounded by mist-covered hills.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Accommodation:
Gorilla Mist Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Gorilla Trekking – Return to Entebbe

Gorilla Trekking – Return to Entebbe

Today is the highlight of your safari! After a briefing, head into the forest with your ranger guide to track a family of mountain gorillas.
Once you find them, spend a precious hour observing their gentle behavior — feeding, grooming, and playing. It’s a truly emotional and unforgettable experience.
After the trek, begin your journey back to Entebbe (approx. 7–8 hrs).

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Naleyo Tours and Travels, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.