6-Day Uganda Chimpanzee, Wildlife, Gorilla Trek Safari

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

Arrive Entebbe early, pickup and transfer to Kibale National Park

We recommend an early arrival in Entebbe, to ensure a smooth start to your safari. On landing at Entebbe International Airport, you'll be greeted by our professional English-speaking driver-guide, then proceed to Kibale National Park. This park is renowned for its diverse primate population, including chimpanzees, black and white colobus monkeys, and several other species. You'll arrive in the late afternoon or evening, check into your accommodation, and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay. Optional activities (at an additional cost) can be arranged if you're picked up from a hotel, such as: bigodi swamp walk, Crater lakes excursion and a visit to the Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru Caves for cultural insights.

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)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimp tracking Kibale forest, transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

After breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing on chimp trekking guidelines and safety tips. Then, venture into Kibale Forest with an experienced ranger guide to track these fascinating primates. You will be allowed to spend an hour observing chimpanzees in their natural habitat once they're located. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch, then depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. You'll arrive in the late afternoon, check into your accommodation, and relax. If time permits and you're interested, consider an optional evening game drive at no extra cost.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

The Bush Lodge (Banda)

• Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Queen's morning game drive, boat cruise in the afternoon

Start the day early with breakfast, then continue on a thrilling morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains. Keep an eye out for Cape buffalos, elephant herds, lions, leopards (though elusive), and more. Return to your accommodation for a relaxing afternoon, including lunch. Later, take a scenic 2-hour boat trip along Kazinga Channel, connecting Lakes George and Edward. You'll marvel at the wildlife, including hippos, elephants, and crocodiles, and spot various bird species along the shores. An evening game drive awaits if interested. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge. Optional (additional cost): If you're up for an adventure, consider a twin lakes hike after the boat trip.

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:

The Bush Lodge (Banda)

• Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Depart Queen for Bwindi via Ishasha area for the tree-climbing lions

After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, stopping through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. With a 70% chance of spotting these majestic creatures, keep your eyes peeled for a thrilling sight. Continue to Bwindi, a sanctuary for approximately 400 mountain gorillas, half of the world's population. Upon arrival, check into your accommodation, relax, and prepare for the exciting Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the next day. Optional at (extra cost) batwa cultural encounter.

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:

Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Bwindi Gorilla trekking, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi to relax

After breakfast, head to the rangers' post for a briefing before trekking into Bwindi Forest. You'll explore the dense, dramatic landscape, tracking mountain gorillas with an experienced guide. Spend an unforgettable hour with a gorilla group once located. After the trek, return to your accommodation, check out, and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, where you'll be surrounded by lush hills and 29 scenic islands.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Entebbe Airport

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with Lake bunyonyi views in front of you and the sounds of little birds. Following breakfast, you'll check out of the accommodation, heading to Entebbe airport for your departure flight. Expect a stop over for Lunch in Mbarara city.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

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.