6-Day Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Experience

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

Arrival in Entebbe

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly received by our guide who will transfer you to your hotel in either Entebbe or Kampala. Depending on your arrival time, you can choose to relax or take a brief tour around the city to get a feel of Uganda’s atmosphere.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

K Hotels

• Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Kibale National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Kibale National Park, the primate capital of East Africa. The scenic drive takes you through tea plantations and rural landscapes, with a lunch stop along the way. Arrive in the afternoon and settle into your lodge.

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:

Isunga Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Tracking

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast before heading into Kibale Forest for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced rangers, you’ll walk through the lush rainforest in search of these lively primates. Along the way, enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest, spotting other monkeys, birds, and unique plant life. After your trek, you can relax at your lodge or take an optional guided walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its rich birdlife and vibrant community.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Isunga Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park

After breakfast, drive south to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. En route, you’ll pass through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is famous for its tree-climbing lions. Continue to Bwindi, arriving in the late afternoon. Settle in and rest up for the next day’s exciting adventure.

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)

Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience

Today is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your gorilla trekking experience. Hike through the dense forest in search of a gorilla family, spending a magical hour in their presence once found. In the afternoon, visit the Batwa community to learn about their traditional forest lifestyle and cultural heritage.

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)

Return to Kampala or Entebbe

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe with a lunch stop along the way. Arrive in the evening and, depending on your travel plans, either check into a hotel for the night or head straight to the airport for your departure.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

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.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.