6-Day Uganda Wildlife, Chimps & Gorilla Trekking Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Kampala to Lake Mburo National Park

Following an early morning breakfast at your hotel in Kampala, meet your driver-guide for a safari briefing and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. Stop at the Equator line for photos before continuing to the park. Enjoy an afternoon boat cruise on Lake Mburo and a game drive, where you can spot zebras, buffalo, impalas, and hippos. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay at Rwakobo Rock Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Mburo National Park (Uganda)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Rwakobo Rock Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Lake Mburo Walking Safari and Transfer to Kibale Forest

Begin the day with a guided walking safari to explore Lake Mburo on foot, experiencing the sights, sounds, and smells of the African bush. Follow this with a game drive to spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Afterward, transfer to Kibale Forest National Park, home to over 13 primate species. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or similar.

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:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Community Walk

Join rangers for an early morning chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest. Follow a chimpanzee group as they forage and interact in their natural environment, spending an hour observing their behavior. In the afternoon, visit the Bigodi Wetlands for a community and swamp walk, learning about local culture and traditional lifestyles. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Transfer to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

After breakfast, drive to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Ankole farmlands, rolling Kigezi hills, and the Virunga volcanoes along the way. Arrive at your lodge and relax in preparation for the gorilla trekking adventure. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to January (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

BuffaloOccasional

ElephantRare

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga

Start early with a briefing at the ranger station before trekking through the forest in search of mountain gorillas. Once located, spend up to one hour observing them at close range while respecting their natural environment. Return to the lodge in the afternoon for rest and reflection after this unforgettable experience. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Golden Monkey Trekking and Transfer to Kigali, Rwanda

Travel to Ntebeko Visitor Center for golden monkey trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Spend an hour observing these rare primates in their natural habitat. After the trek, begin the scenic journey to Kigali, Rwanda, where the safari concludes with a drop-off at your planned hotel or at the airport marking the end of the trip. End.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.