7-Day Customizable Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer to the edge of kibale national park

Your unforgettable Uganda safari begins with a warm welcome from a professional guide from Naseeb Safaris, who will pick you up either from Entebbe International Airport or your hotel in Entebbe if you arrived earlier. You will then embark on a scenic drive to Kibale Forest National Park, Uganda’s famous primate capital and home to chimpanzees and diverse wildlife. The journey offers breathtaking views of rural Uganda, rolling hills, traditional villages, tea plantations, and lush green countryside, providing excellent opportunities for photography and cultural encounters along the way. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you travel through some of the country’s most beautiful regions. Upon arrival near Kibale National Park, you will check into your lodge located at the edge of the forest, surrounded by nature and stunning views. Spend the evening relaxing, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere, and preparing for the exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure ahead.

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:

Turaco Treetops Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee tracking and bigodi wetland excursion

Today, enjoy an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest National Park, renowned as the primate capital of the world. The park is home to the highest diversity of primates in Africa, including wild chimpanzees, black-and-white colobus monkeys, olive baboons, & more. Your adventure begins early in the morning with a briefing by experienced park rangers at 8:00 am about chimpanzee tracking rules and safety guidelines. You will then venture deep into the rainforest in search of habituated chimpanzee families. As you walk through the lush forest, listen to the exciting calls of chimps echoing through the trees. Once located, you will spend one hour observing them in their natural habitat as they feed, play, groom, and interact. After lunch at the lodge, continue for the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk, a rich eco-tourism site famous for bird watching and primate viewing. Look out for the Great Blue Turaco and several monkey species in this scenic wetland paradise.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Turaco Treetops Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park & afternoon Game drive

After an early breakfast, you will depart Kibale Forest and continue to the famous Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular safari destinations known for its incredible wildlife diversity and scenic landscapes. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the majestic Rwenzori Mountains, also called the “Mountains of the Moon,” as well as the stunning Ndali-Kasenda crater lakes surrounded by rolling hills and lush countryside. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and relaxation before heading out for an exciting afternoon game drive in the Kasenyi plains. Keep your camera ready for opportunities to spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, warthogs, and numerous antelope species roaming freely across the savannah. The park is also a paradise for bird lovers with hundreds of colorful bird species. After the safari, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

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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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Engiri Game Lodge - Cottages

• Budget lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning game drive and Boat safari on kazinga channel

Start the day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park after breakfast, offering excellent opportunities to spot wildlife during their most active hours. Explore the famous Kasenyi & Queen’s Plains, renowned for their rich concentration of animals and stunning savannah scenery. Look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, warthogs, hyenas, & more roaming freely in their natural habitat. The area is also a birdwatcher’s paradise with numerous bird species commonly seen during the drive. Your safari continues toward the scenic Lake George area, where beautiful landscapes and wildlife sightings create perfect photography. After the game drive, return to the lodge for lunch before heading out for an afternoon boat safari on the famous Kazinga Channel. The boat cruise offers close-up views of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and variety of water birds along the shores, making it one of the highlights of any Uganda safari experience.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

Engiri Game Lodge - Cottages

• Budget lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable national park via kabale local market

After breakfast, you will journey to the world-famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Your drive to the Rushaga sector takes approximately 4–5 hours and is filled with breathtaking scenery, rolling hills, terraced farmlands, and beautiful countryside views often referred to as the “Switzerland of Africa.” Along the way, you will stop in Kabale for lunch and enjoy a visit to the vibrant local market where you can interact with locals, explore fresh produce, handmade crafts, and experience authentic Ugandan culture. Continue through the scenic highlands to Bwindi Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for gorilla trekking, rich biodiversity, and tropical rainforest landscapes. Upon arrival at your lodge near the Rushaga gate, you will check in and relax while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and stunning forest surroundings as you prepare for the unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure the following day.

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:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mountain Gorilla tracking & local community experience

After an early breakfast, you will head to the ranger station for a detailed briefing by experienced park guides about gorilla trekking rules, safety, and conservation efforts. You will then begin your trek through the dense tropical rainforest, navigating steep trails, valleys, and thick vegetation in search of a habituated gorilla family. The duration of the trek varies depending on the movement of the gorillas, making the experience even more adventurous and exciting. Once the gorillas are located, you will spend one hour observing these gentle endangered giants in their natural habitat as they feed, groom, play, and interact. This once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter is among Africa’s most extraordinary safari experiences. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch. Later, you may choose an optional cultural experience such as the Batwa community visit or a local coffee tour at an extra cost, or simply relax at the lodge while enjoying the peaceful forest atmosphere.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Entebbe via the Equator point Uganda

After an early breakfast at the lodge, you will check out and begin your scenic journey back to Entebbe, marking the end of your unforgettable Uganda primate and wildlife safari. Enjoy breathtaking views of Uganda’s rolling hills, rural landscapes, local villages, and lush countryside as you travel through the heart of the country. Along the way, you will make a memorable stop at the famous Uganda Equator for photography, souvenir shopping, and an opportunity to stand in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres at the same time. This stop also offers a chance to enjoy local crafts, snacks, and cultural interactions before continuing the drive. Depending on your flight schedule, your professional guide from Naseeb Safaris will transfer you either to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight or to a hotel of your choice in Entebbe. This marks the end of an incredible safari experience.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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