5-Day Rwanda Uganda Chimpanzee & 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.

Kigali Rwanda to Kibale National Park Uganda

After breakfast your hotel in Kigali, Rwanda, your knowledgeable driver-guide will meet you and ready to begin the journey to Kibale National Park. The drive offers stunning views of Rwanda’s rolling hills, farmlands, and local communities in Ankole. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and relax before your primate adventure begins. 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:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park

Embark on a guided chimpanzee trekking experience with park rangers. Follow the chimpanzees as they search for fruits, socialize, and vocalize in their natural habitat. Trekking time varies, usually around one to 4 hours. In the afternoon, join a community and swamp walk with Bigodi locals to learn about traditional culture and conservation efforts. 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

Kibale to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

After breakfast, drive to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to endangered mountain gorillas and the Virunga volcanoes spanning Uganda, Rwanda, and DRC. Enjoy spectacular landscapes including farmlands, rolling hills, and volcanic mountains. Arrive at your lodge in the evening for relaxation. 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

Show more

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 National Park

Begin the day with an early briefing on gorilla trekking etiquette at the ranger station. Accompanied by a senior ranger, hike through the forest in search of mountain gorillas. Once found, spend an hour observing them at close range, witnessing their social behaviors and family interactions. Return to your lodge in the afternoon for rest and reflection. 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 in Mgahinga and Return to Kigali

Start with breakfast before transferring to Ntebeko Visitor Center for the golden monkey trekking experience. Hike through the Virunga forests in search of these rare primates, spending up to an hour with them once located. After the trek, begin the scenic drive back to Kigali, Rwanda, where your guide will drop you at your hotel, marking the conclusion of your safari.

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.