$3,206 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Entebbe – Kibale Forest – Bigodi Wetland Excursion
Entebbe – Kibale Forest – Bigodi Wetland Excursion
Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from Entebbe or Kampala, followed by a scenic drive west to Kibale Forest National Park. As you travel through Uganda's beautiful countryside, you'll pass local communities, plantations, rolling hills, and rural landscapes. Enjoy lunch along the way before continuing your journey to Kibale Forest National Park.
Upon arrival, check in and take some time to rest before embarking on an evening excursion to the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. Guided by a local expert, you will explore the wetland trails while watching for monkeys, colorful birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. This experience also provides an opportunity to learn about the surrounding communities, their traditional lifestyles, and conservation initiatives.
After the excursion, head back to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Chimpanzee Trekking – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Chimpanzee Trekking – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Wake up early for your chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest. After breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering the lush rainforest with experienced guides and trackers. Trek through the forest in search of chimpanzees while watching for other primates, birds and butterflies. Once you locate a chimpanzee community, you will enjoy observing these fascinating primates as they feed, communicate, climb through the trees and interact in their natural habitat.
After an hour with the chimps, return to the starting point for your tracking certificate before departing for Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy the scenic drive to your lodge in time for lunch. You will then have a brief rest before heading out on an afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel. The first boat departs at 2:00 pm, so you'll board the 4:00 pm boat to give yourself time to relax after lunch. After the boat, you'll return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning Game Drive – Queen Elizabeth and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Morning Game Drive – Queen Elizabeth and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Wake up early and set off on a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, exploring the savannah plains during the time when wildlife becomes active, particularly in the Kasenyi Plains, known for its high concentration of animals. Look for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, antelopes, lions, and other wildlife while enjoying the beautiful morning scenery.
After the game drive, return to your lodge for an early lunch before starting your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You will travel through the Ishasha sector, famous for its scenic wilderness and tree-climbing lions. If luck prevails, you may spot some lounging high in tree branches and of course, a lot of wildlife to see along the drive. Continue through the rolling hills and terraced landscapes of this region until you reach your lodge in Bwindi (Buhoma Sector). Relax and prepare for the gorilla trekking adventure the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Today is the highlight of your safari: gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. After an early breakfast, proceed to the designated trailhead with your packed lunch for a briefing before entering the rainforest with experienced guides and trackers. After the briefing by the rangers on the code of conduct and what to expect while in the forest, trek through the dense forest in search of a gorilla family. Once you find them, spend one memorable hour observing their natural behavior as they feed, rest, play and move through the forest.
After the trek, return to the briefing point where your guide will be waiting for you and depart for the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi. Arrive at the lake in the afternoon and check into your lodge overlooking its tranquil waters and surrounding terraced hills. If time and energy permit, you may enjoy a scenic boat or canoe experience on the lake as you experience the beautiful Islands of the lake and unwind after your gorilla trek.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Keije Resort Bunyonyi
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Bunyonyi – Kampala
Lake Bunyonyi – Kampala
Enjoy breakfast while taking in the spectacular views of Lake Bunyonyi before beginning your journey back to Kampala. As you travel through the scenic countryside of southwestern Uganda, you will pass by terraced hills, local communities, and beautiful landscapes. You will stop for lunch along the way before continuing your drive to Kampala. Arrive in the city in the late afternoon or evening, marking the end of your memorable 5-day Uganda Chimpanzee, Wildlife, and Gorilla Safari.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
