6-Day Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Celebration Safari

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

Welcome to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa

The moment you've been waiting for has finally arrived: this is when your Ugandan safari begins. We’re thrilled to welcome you to Uganda and to be part of your journey through this incredible country.

After immigration, your Nandi Adventures host greets you with a warm smile and helps with anything you need—SIM cards, currency exchange, luggage assistance, or simply a moment to settle after your flight. The drive to your hotel takes you past Entebbe’s lush avenues, the shimmering shores of Lake Victoria, and scenes of everyday Ugandan life. At your lodge, enjoy a cool welcome drink and relax into the calm equatorial atmosphere. Depending on your arrival time, unwind by the pool, stroll through the gardens, or savor a gentle sunset over the lake. Tonight, rest deeply—tomorrow, the adventure truly begins.

Feel free to ask your private guide any questions about your adventure. We’re here to make sure your experience is smooth, safe, and unforgettable from the very first moment.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

Karibu Entebbe

• Mid-range guest house located in Entebbe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Journey to Kibale National Park The Primate Capital

After breakfast, set off on a scenic 6–7 hour journey toward Kibale National Park. The landscapes shift from papyrus wetlands to rolling tea estates, crater lakes, and the foothills of the mystical Rwenzori Mountains. Fort Portal offers a perfect stop to stretch, enjoy lunch, and admire its charming colonial-era ambiance. As you approach Kibale, the air cools and thickens with the scent of forest earth and wildflowers. Your lodge sits on the edge of the rainforest, alive with the calls of red-tailed monkeys and colorful birds. Spend the afternoon at leisure—walk the nearby trails, explore Bigodi village, or simply soak in the views. Tonight, fall asleep to the sounds of the forest.

Kibale National Park is home to roughly 1,000 of these charismatic apes, the largest population in East Africa, and the chances of a close-up sighting are excellent. Other wildlife you might spot include the Uganda mangabey, Uganda red colobus and red-tailed monkey, and 370 bird species.

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

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Chimpundu Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest

This morning, head to the Kibale visitor center for your briefing before entering one of Africa’s richest primate sanctuaries. The trek takes you beneath a canopy of towering hardwoods, where sunlight filters through leaves and chimpanzee calls echo in the distance. Guided by expert trackers, follow fresh nests, broken fruit, and vocalizations until you find your chimpanzee family. Spend one magical hour observing them feed, groom, play, and communicate—an intimate window into a world so close to our own. Along the trails, you may encounter Uganda red colobus, mangabeys, and rare forest birds. After your trek, enjoy a hearty lunch before departing for Bwindi tomorrow. Tonight, relax at your lodge and watch the forest shift into evening.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Chimpundu Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Scenic Journey from Kibale to Bwindi

Today’s road journey is one of the most beautiful in Uganda. Travel through quilted tea fields, banana plantations, crater lakes, and village markets where children wave excitedly as you pass. Stop for lunch en route and enjoy the chance to photograph sweeping valleys and terraced hillsides. As the elevation rises, the landscape shifts into dense, ancient forest—the first glimpse of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Your lodge sits at the forest’s edge, surrounded by mist, birdsong, and layers of deep green. This UNESCO World Heritage Site protects nearly half the world’s remaining mountain gorillas and boasts exceptional biodiversity. Spend the evening preparing for tomorrow’s trek, with your guide offering tips for a smooth, comfortable experience.

Having flourished for over 25,000 years, Bwindi holds many other treasures over 370 bird species, Black and White Colobus Monkeys, and the Rwenzori three-horned chameleon. This is more than a destination—it’s a privilege to be here.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Buhoma Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Face to Face with Mountain Gorillas

Rise early for one of the most profound wildlife encounters on Earth. After your briefing, enter Bwindi’s primeval rainforest with your rangers, following fresh tracks and clues left by your gorilla family. The trek can be challenging—steep paths, vines, mossy ground—but the reward is beyond words. Using clues from the gorillas’ nesting sites from the previous night, your trackers will lead you into the misty, ancient rainforest—Bwindi’s tangled world of towering trees, vines, and birdsong.

When you finally meet the gorillas, the world seems to pause. Watch mothers care for their young, juveniles tumble in play, and the silverback survey his family with quiet authority. Spend a full hour with them, absorbing every gesture, breath, and moment. It’s an emotional experience—one that stays with you forever. After your trek, return to the lodge for a warm meal and afternoon at leisure. Tonight, celebrate the privilege of having met these gentle giants.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Buhoma Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly Back to Entebbe & Departure

After breakfast, your guide transfers you to the nearby airstrip for your scenic flight back to Entebbe. Enjoy aerial views of forests, lakes, villages, and rolling hills—your final glimpse of Uganda’s breathtaking landscapes. Upon arrival in Entebbe, connect to your international flight or onward journey. As your safari comes to an end, we hope Uganda has left an imprint on your heart. Thank you for traveling with Nandi Adventures—crafted by people, for you, with locals. We look forward to welcoming you back.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.