5-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari Tour

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

Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Equator

Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from your Entebbe hotel and a drive southwest towards Queen Elizabeth National Park. Stop at the Equator in Kayabwe for memorable photos and local crafts before continuing to Mbarara for lunch. Arrive at the park by late afternoon and, time permitting, enjoy a brief evening game drive across the savanna. Settle in at your lodge overlooking the park and unwind after your journey. Overnight at Twin Lakes Safari Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

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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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Twin Lakes Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Embark on an early morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, famous for lions, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, and Uganda kobs. After lunch, take a scenic boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, home to large pods of hippos, basking crocodiles, and vibrant birdlife such as African fish eagles and kingfishers. Later, enjoy a leisurely drive back to your lodge while spotting more wildlife along the way. Overnight at Twin Lakes Safari Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Twin Lakes Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla Nat Park

After breakfast, head to Kyambura Gorge/Kalinzu Forest for an unforgettable chimpanzee tracking experience. Trek through lush forests listening to the calls of the wild before meeting a troop of playful chimps in their natural home. Afterward, continue south through scenic landscapes toward Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, where the misty hills await. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Begin early with a transfer to the park headquarters for a pre-trek briefing. Venture into the dense forest in search of a habituated gorilla family and spend up to one magical hour observing their behavior and interactions. After the trek, drive to Lake Bunyonyi, a picturesque haven dotted with islands. Enjoy a relaxing evening by the lakeside, taking in the tranquility. Overnight at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Camp or similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Bunyonyi Overland Resort

• Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Bunyonyi to Kigali Rwanda

After a relaxed breakfast, soak in the last views of Lake Bunyonyi before setting off for Kigali. Drive through the scenic southwestern hills and cross into Rwanda. Upon arrival, you’ll be dropped at your hotel or Kigali International Airport depending on your travel plans. This marks the end of your unforgettable Uganda adventure.

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.