5-Day Luxury Gorilla & Chimp Trekking Safari in Uganda

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

Welcome to Uganda - Your Primate Trekking Adventure Begins

Welcome to Uganda - The primate capital of the world! You will be picked up at Entebbe International Airport and transferred to the Protea Entebbe Marriott Hotel. You'll receive a well-deserved overnight rest from your long journey to prepare for the adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

Protea Hotel Entebbe

• Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arrival and Soar to Bwindi – Gateway to Adventure

Your adventure begins with a seamless pick-up from your hotel. You will be transferred to a small aircraft for a breathtaking flight to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. As you soar above Uganda’s diverse landscapes, you’ll get a bird’s eye view of the lush greenery and rolling hills that characterize this stunning region. Upon landing, you’ll be greeted by your experienced, private safari guide and driven to your lodge, where a warm welcome and a refreshing lunch await.

After checking in to your lodge and enjoying a delicious lunch, you’ll head out to visit a nearby Batwa village—home to the original forest dwellers of Bwindi. This cultural experience offers a unique glimpse into their traditional way of life, with opportunities to witness their songs, dances, and storytelling, and learn how they have adapted since the forest became a protected area. After the visit, return to the lodge to relax and unwind.

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:

Mahogany Springs Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking – An Experience with Gentle Giants

Today is the highlight of your trip — an unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. After an early breakfast, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a briefing from the experienced park rangers. Armed with essential information and guidelines, you’ll embark on a trek through the dense jungle, navigating through thick vegetation and rugged terrain. The trek can be challenging, but the anticipation of encountering mountain gorillas keeps your spirits high.

This gorilla trekking can be anywhere between 2-7 hours, depending on where this family of gentle giants has settled since the day before. Watching these majestic creatures interact, feed, and play is a profoundly moving experience that words can hardly capture. You’ll spend a magical hour observing them, before trekking back to the park headquarters. In the afternoon, you’ll have the chance to explore the local community on a guided walk, before returning to your lodge for dinner.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Mahogany Springs Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Scenic Drive to Kibale-A Journey to the Heartland of Uganda

After a hearty breakfast, bid farewell to Bwindi as you embark on a scenic drive to Kibale National Park. This journey takes you through the heart of Uganda’s countryside, offering breathtaking views of rolling hills, verdant tea plantations, and vibrant local communities. On the way you'll stop for a beautiful boat safari along the Kazinga Channel to view Hippos, Crocodiles and an amazing array of Nile River Birds. Afterward, enjoy a picnic lunch.

In the afternoon, you will continue onward to your safari lodge for check-in and a brief rest. Afterwards, you’ll head out for a walking safari in the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary. This unique wetland area is known for its rich biodiversity and offers excellent bird-watching opportunities. You'll return to your lodge in the evening, where a delightful dinner awaits, and relax in the tranquil surroundings.

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:

Chimpundu Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking–An Encounter with the Majestic Chimps of Kibale National Park

Today, prepare for an exhilarating day of chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park. After a nourishing breakfast, you’ll be guided into the forest to track down one of the three distinct communities of chimpanzees that inhabit the park. The thrill of hearing the calls of the chimpanzees echo through the forest as you approach is indescribable. Watching the chimpanzees in their natural environment as they socialize, feed, and play is a truly captivating experience. Your expert guide will share fascinating insights into the behavior and social structure of these intelligent creatures. After an exhilarating morning, you'll return to your lodge for a relaxing lunch and a chance to clean up from your trekking experience

Following Lunch, you'll bid Kibale National park farewell and head back on a beautiful scenic drive to Entebbe, where you'll be dropped off at a hotel of your choice or the Entebbe International Airport.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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