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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

Pick Up from Entebbe and Transfer to Kibale National Park

Pick Up from Entebbe and Transfer to Kibale National Park

Your safari begins with pick-up from Entebbe or Kampala and a scenic journey towards Kibale National Park. Enjoy views of Uganda’s countryside as you travel through local communities, farms and beautiful landscapes. Kibale is known for its rich primate population and is one of the best places in Uganda for chimpanzee trekking. Stop along the way for lunch and refreshments before continuing to the park. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon or evening, check in and relax. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay as you prepare for your chimpanzee trekking experience the following morning.

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
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Chimpnest Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest. Enter the lush forest with experienced guides and trackers in search of chimpanzees. Along the trail, you may encounter other primates, birds and forest wildlife. Spend time observing the chimpanzees as they move through the forest and interact naturally. After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and check out. Continue towards Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying views of crater lakes, hills and local communities. Arrive at your lodge, relax and have dinner.

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
Activities:
  • Morning chimpanzee tracking
Accommodation:
Tabingi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise

Wake up early for a morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park. Explore the Kasenyi plains while searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs and other wildlife. Your guide will help you identify different species and share information about the park’s ecosystem. After the game drive, return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you can see large groups of hippos, crocodiles, elephants and numerous water birds. After the cruise, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon boat trip
Accommodation:
Tabingi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Tree-Climbing Lions of Ishasha and Transfer to Bwindi

Tree-Climbing Lions of Ishasha and Transfer to Bwindi

After breakfast, depart for the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy a game drive through this scenic southern sector while searching for the famous tree-climbing lions resting in the branches of fig and acacia trees. You may also encounter elephants, buffaloes, antelopes and other wildlife. After exploring Ishasha, continue towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda. Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel from the open savannah towards the forested mountains. Arrive at your accommodation, check in and relax while preparing for your gorilla trekking experience the following morning.

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

Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Gorilla Bluff Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience

Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience

Begin the day with an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for your gorilla trekking briefing. Enter Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with experienced guides and trackers in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Trek through the dense rainforest and spend the permitted time observing the gorillas in their natural habitat. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and some rest. Later, enjoy a Batwa cultural experience and learn about the traditions, history and forest heritage of the Batwa people through local guides and community activities. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Activities:
  • Morning gorilla tracking
Accommodation:
Gorilla Bluff Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Transfer Back to Entebbe

Transfer Back to Entebbe

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Entebbe. Travel through the beautiful countryside of southwestern Uganda, enjoying views of rolling hills, farms and local communities along the way. Have lunch and refreshments at a suitable stop before continuing the journey towards Entebbe. Depending on your departure schedule, you may have time for a short stop along the way. Continue to Entebbe and arrive later in the day. Your 6-day Gorilla, Chimpanzee and Queen Elizabeth Safari ends with drop-off at Entebbe International Airport or your preferred hotel.

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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  • This tour is offered by Menlyn Tours and Travel, 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.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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