Primate and wildlife safari

6 days—Chimpanzee, Gorilla trekking and wildlife safari

$2650-3100 USD

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Safari summary

You will trek through the Bwindi impenetrable forest National Park looking for the rare and endangered mountain gorillas. Drive through Ishasha – the home of climbing lions on towards Queen Elizabeth national Park also known as the medley of wonders because of its rich biodiversity and gaze at amazing chimpanzees while staying in hotels with a touch of traditional craft.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	January, February, March, June, July, August, September, December
	Countries	Uganda
	Parks	Bwindi Impenetrable Kibale Queen Elizabeth

Fine details

Safari highlights

Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
Primate trekking
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Kigali to Uganda

On this remarkable day, you will wake up to a delicious morning breakfast as your safari guide is already at his set to drive you to your next destination indicated in the itinerary. 2 hours you are at hotel in Uganda! Check in for lunch and perhaps relaxing along the lakeside, alternatively you can engage in a majestic boat ride under a breathtaking Sunset that will spur your cruising experience.

Bunyonyi Bird Nest

Gorilla trekking Experience

Bwindi Impenetrable

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park is a rewarding experience which takes you through the thick impenetrable forest in search of gorillas. The experience hiking through the forest is rewarding even before you sight the gorillas.Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will have a full hour in their presence. Thereafter you will head back to the starting point where your guide will be waiting for you. You will then embark on a journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Irungu Forest Safari Lodge

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth

You will start early morning using a car that allows the roof to top up so the opportunities of watching the game are maximized. Enjoy the wildlife species which include Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Buffaloes, and Uganda Kobs etc. In the afternoon enjoy a launch cruise on Kazinga Channel – towards Lake Edward where you will watch different wild animals.

Irungu Forest Safari Lodge

Game drive and Boat cruise

Queen Elizabeth

After when you have seen most of the appealing wildlife during the previous activities such as game drive, boat cruise and Gorilla experience, on this day you will now set off heading to Kibale Forest National Park for a new adventure; Chimpanzee trekking. Arrive at the Hotel in the evening and check in for dinner and overnight

Kibale Forest Lodge

Chimpanzee trekking

Kibale

After an early breakfast, you will head for briefing from the Kibale National Park offices about the rules and requirements while tracking chimpanzee. After the briefing, you will be led into the forest to find the primates. Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park takes between 2 to 5 hours. It is a different experience from gorilla trekking because chimps are more vocal and prefer spending most of their time on top of trees. Thereafter you will return to your hotel for lunch and rest

Kibale Forest Lodge

Transfer to Kampala/ Entebbe

Today after breakfast, you will transfer to Kampala and proceed to Entebbe international airport for your flight back home. You will have a stopover for lunch at the Equator monument.

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