4-Day -Uganda Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari

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

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Your Kafu Safaris adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe International Airport. Meet your expert driver-guide for a safari orientation before departing west through Uganda's lush countryside. The scenic drive passes through the dense jungles and papyrus wetlands of the Nile Delta, offering glimpses of local birdlife. Stop for a delicious lunch en route at a charming roadside restaurant. Continue through Fort Portal, the "Tourism City of Uganda," with views of the towering Rwenzori Mountains—known as the "Mountains of the Moon." Arrive at Kibale National Park in the afternoon. Embark on a guided nature walk exploring the crater lakes area, learning about local culture, and spotting wildlife. Check into your eco-lodge, nestled near the forest edge. Enjoy a hearty dinner while your guide briefs you on tomorrow's chimpanzee tracking adventure. Settle in for the night, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

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:

Isunga Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Bwindi

Wake to the forest chorus and enjoy an early breakfast before heading to Kanyanchu Park Headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Kibale is home to an impressive 1,500 chimpanzees—the highest concentration in East Africa. Divide into groups of eight and enter the lush rainforest in search of habituated chimpanzee troops, habituated since 1992. Listen for their pant-hooting calls echoing through the canopy. Upon locating them, spend one magical hour observing their playful antics—grooming, feeding, and swinging effortlessly through the trees. Learn about other primates, local flora, and fauna from your expert guide. Return to the starting point for a hearty lunch. In the afternoon, travel south through Queen Elizabeth National Park, taking in the sights and looking out for resident game—elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes. Arrive near Bwindi in the evening. Check into your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Begin before dawn with an early breakfast and packed lunch, then proceed to Bwindi's park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Assign trekking groups based on fitness levels and gorilla family locations. Enter the ancient, mist-shrouded forest, following skilled trackers through dense vegetation, climbing steep slopes, and pushing through thick undergrowth. The trek can last 2–6 hours depending on gorilla movement. When you locate a habituated family, enjoy one breathtaking hour with these majestic giants—witness silverback dominance, tender mothering, and playful juveniles. Capture unforgettable photos before descending. Return to the lodge for refreshments. Begin the scenic transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda's deepest lake, arriving at your lakeside lodge in the late afternoon. Unwind with stunning views of terraced hills and emerald islands. Enjoy optional activities—swimming (safe in this lake), hiking island trails, or community walks. Dinner.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Itambira Island Resort

• Mid-range hotel located at Lake Bunyonyi

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Bunyonyi Canoe Ride & Transfer to Entebbe

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your lakeside lodge, savoring the serene views of Lake Bunyonyi's emerald islands and terraced hills. After check-out, embark on a guided canoe ride across the tranquil waters, exploring the lake's 29 islands. Learn about the history of Punishment Island and the local communities that call this area home. Spot exotic bird species singing from the shores. Return to the mainland and begin the scenic drive back to Kampala or Entebbe. Stop for lunch en route at a charming roadside restaurant, reflecting on your incredible primate encounters. Continue through Uganda's picturesque countryside, arriving in Entebbe in the late evening.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (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.