4-Day Gorilla & Chimps Trekking Safari

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

Pick-Up in Kampala – Transfer to Kibale Forest via Fort Portal

Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Kampala by our expert guide. Enjoy a scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside, with a stop in Fort Portal for lunch and Rwenzori Mountain views. Continue to Kibale Forest and visit the nearby Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary a community-run eco-tourism site rich in birds, primates, and lush vegetation. Later, check in at your lodge to relax. Dinner and overnight stay near Kibale.

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:

Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest and transfer to Bwindi

After an early breakfast, head into Kibale Forest for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience. Hike through dense rainforest as you track playful chimps and spot other primates and exotic birds. After the trek, begin your scenic drive south toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, passing rolling hills and local villages. Arrive at your lodge in the evening, nestled on the edge of the forest. Dinner and overnight stay near Bwindi.

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:

Bwindi Neck View Lodge

• Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Head to the park headquarters after an early breakfast for a briefing on gorilla trekking etiquette and safety. Then, set off into the misty rainforest to track one of Bwindi’s habituated gorilla families. Spend an awe-inspiring hour observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge and unwind, or choose an optional cultural visit to the Batwa community for insight into their forest-dwelling heritage. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Bwindi Neck View Lodge

• Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, begin your scenic journey back to Entebbe. Enjoy Uganda’s beautiful landscapes as you travel through rolling hills, vibrant towns, and picturesque countryside. Arrive in Entebbe in the afternoon, where you can relax or prepare for your onward journey. Your guide will assist with drop-off at the airport or your hotel, marking the end of an unforgettable Gorilla & Chimpanzee trekking safari.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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