4-Day Bwindi Gorillas, Kibale Chimps and Lake Bunyonyi

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

Arrival & Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Touch down in Uganda and begin your adventure with a warm welcome before setting off toward Kibale Forest National Park. The journey takes you through lush countryside, rolling hills, and vibrant villages, offering a first glimpse of the country’s natural beauty and cultural charm. As you travel, enjoy sweeping views of tea plantations and crater lakes shimmering in the distance. The drive itself is part of the experience, immersing you in Uganda’s landscapes and rhythms of daily life. By late afternoon, arrive at Kibale, renowned as the “primate capital of the world.” Settle into your lodge nestled near the forest edge, where the sounds of nature surround you. This seamless transfer not only connects you to your destination but also sets the tone for the days ahead, blending scenic discovery with anticipation of the chimpanzee tracking adventures awaiting in Kibale’s enchanting rainforest.

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:

Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

• Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Second day begins with an exhilarating chimpanzee tracking adventure in Kibale Forest National Park, renowned as the primate capital of the world. Guided by expert trackers, you’ll venture into lush rainforest alive with bird calls and rustling leaves, where playful chimpanzees swing through the canopy and interact in their natural habitat. Observing their social behavior up close is both thrilling and deeply moving. After this unforgettable encounter, enjoy lunch before setting off on a scenic transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The journey winds past crater lakes, rolling hills, and vibrant villages, offering glimpses of Uganda’s diverse landscapes and rural life. By evening, arrive at Bwindi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its dense jungle and mountain gorillas. Settle into your lodge surrounded by mist‑covered slopes, where anticipation builds for the gorilla trekking adventure awaiting you the next day.

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:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Day three delivers the pinnacle of your Ugandan adventure: gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Guided by expert rangers, you’ll hike through dense jungle alive with birdsong and mist until you encounter a family of mountain gorillas. Watching them forage, play, and interact in their natural habitat is a humbling, unforgettable experience. After this extraordinary trek, enjoy lunch before beginning a scenic transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. The drive winds past terraced hills, crater lakes, and vibrant villages, offering glimpses of rural life and breathtaking landscapes. By late afternoon, arrive at Lake Bunyonyi, known as the “lake of little birds,” where emerald waters dotted with lush islands create a tranquil haven. Settle into your lakeside lodge, surrounded by panoramic views, and reflect on the day’s remarkable encounters in a setting of pure serenity.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Bunyonyi Overland Resort

• Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi & Departure

The last day offers a serene finale to your Ugandan journey. Wake up to the tranquil beauty of Lake Bunyonyi, where mist drifts across emerald waters and birdsong fills the air. Spend the morning at leisure—perhaps enjoying a canoe ride between the lake’s lush islands, taking in panoramic views from the hillsides, or simply relaxing at your lodge. This peaceful interlude provides time to reflect on the unforgettable encounters of gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, and scenic transfers. After lunch, begin your journey back toward Kigali or Entebbe, passing through rolling hills and vibrant villages that showcase the region’s charm. Depending on your schedule, you may enjoy brief cultural stops or continue directly to the airport for your departure. The day blends relaxation with a graceful farewell, ensuring your East African adventure concludes with lasting memories of both wilderness and tranquility.

Main Destination:

Kampala (City)

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.