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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Uganda
Arrival in Uganda
Touching down at Entebbe International Airport, your Ugandan adventure begins with a gracious reception. After completing arrival formalities and collecting your luggage, a courteous representative will meet you, assist you, and guide you to your private transfer. The drive to your hotel reveals Entebbe’s green landscapes and shimmering lakeside views. Depending on when you arrive, you will relax as you take in the vast expanse of Lake Victoria, enjoy dinner, and retire to your room for a well-earned rest after your long journey.
This first evening sets the tone for your safari: calm surroundings, attentive care, and Uganda’s natural charm combine to create a serene beginning to your exploration of the Pearl of Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- Protea Hotel Entebbe
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, depart on a scenic drive southwest toward Kibale forest the renowned heartland of chimpanzees home to the largest population of these remarkable primates. Touching down in the afternoon, The journey takes approximately 6–7 hours (about 350 km), passing through lush countryside, tea plantations, and crater lakes. Along the way, enjoy glimpses of rural life and rolling hills that gradually rise toward Fort Portal, the gateway to Kibale. Arrive by late afternoon and check into your lodge. The rest of the day is yours to relax, soak in the forest atmosphere, and prepare for the adventures ahead in the world’s capital of chimpanzees.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kyaninga Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Chimpanzee Tracking - Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
Chimpanzee Tracking - Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
After breakfast, proceed to the headquarters for preps, then set off into the Forest. The trek lasts from 2–4 hours and is guided by expert rangers who know the forest’s hidden trails. Beneath towering rainforest canopies, the chimps suddenly appear swinging through branches, grooming one another, or playing with youthful energy. You will have a profoundly moving encounter with the chimpanzees as you observe their gestures, intelligence, communication, and social bonds that mimic our own.
After lunch, take a nature walk into Bigodi Swamp, renowned for its rich biodiversity and vibrant birdlife. As you walk along the boardwalks and forest trails, you’ll encounter a variety of primates, butterflies, and over 200 bird species, including the striking Great Blue Turaco. Conclude with the Village Walk, which introduces you to the local community; learn about age-old practices such as basket weaving, herbal medicine, and local brewing.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kyaninga Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The journey introduces you to the rolling hills; local villages dot the roadside, and the sweeping view of the Rwenzori Mountains, crossing the equator, and arrive in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway linking Lake Edward and George, spotting elephants gather at the shoreline to drink, buffalo wallow in the shallows, and hippos surface with playful grunts. You will also spot different birdlife, including the Kingfishers and African fish eagles. The channel tells the story of Uganda’s abundance, where every bend reveals another scene of nature. Enjoy the sunset, which casts a golden glow on the waters of Lake Edward, with the DR Congo in the distance. With this unforgettable experience, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation, carrying with you the memory of the Kazinga Channel’s timeless story.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mweya Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Morning Game Drive - Bwindi
Morning Game Drive - Bwindi
Begin the day with a sunrise game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. As dawn breaks, the savannah starts to come alive with many animals in action, some waking up to start the day. You will spot elephants moving gracefully across the plains, antelopes grazing in the golden light, and lions may be spotted returning from their night’s hunt. The melody of birds creates an interesting encounter with the wildlife. Return to the lodge for breakfast and depart to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The road leads you into the mist-covered highlands of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and sanctuary for nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge nestled on the forest edge, where the cool mountain air and the whisper of ancient trees welcome you.
The evening is yours to relax, reflect on the day’s encounters, and prepare for the extraordinary gorilla trekking adventure that awaits tomorrow.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Mahogany Springs Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Gorilla Tracking Experience - Community Walk
Gorilla Tracking Experience - Community Walk
After an early breakfast, head to the headquarters for briefing by a ranger/ guide, then enter the natural home of mountain gorillas, hiking through dense forest, until you meet the gorillas, spend one unforgettable hour observing them feed, groom, play, and rest, It is thrilling to watch the gorillas, as they bond, protect, play, eat and associate like real humans.
In the afternoon, take a community walk to meet with the local people to learn about the traditions and livelihoods of the people living alongside Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
You’ll visit their homesteads and small farms, learning how bananas are cultivated, brewed into local beverages, or woven into crafts. Traditional healers share knowledge of medicinal plants, while artisans demonstrate basket weaving and other age-old skills. Children’s laughter echoes from village schools, and warm smiles greet you at every turn.
You will retreat to your lodge, reminiscing about the day's experiences.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Mahogany Springs Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Departure
Departure
Today is our last day of our Gorilla & Chimps Wilderness Escape. After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip where you will catch a domestic flight to Entebbe International Airport, catch you connecting flight back home with great experiences that last forever. Should you require more services like the day room as you wait for your flight, or airport transfers or any other further arrangements, we will be happy to help, you just need to let us know. Otherwise this will mark the end of our 7 Days Gorilla & Chimp Wilderness Escape
End of the safari.
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
