Uganda Primates and Wildlife
5-Day Gorillas, Wildlife, and Chimpanzee Trekking Adventure in Uganda
$2250-3400 USD
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Safari summary
The 5-Day Gorilla, Lions, and Chimpanzee Tracking experience at Kalinzu Forest Reserve in Uganda is an immersive wildlife adventure that allows participants to engage closely with some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife with guided treks through the lush forest, providing opportunities to observe gorillas, lions, and chimpanzees in their natural habitats. The experience is designed for wildlife enthusiasts and conservation-minded travelers who wish to witness these magnificent creatures.
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day adventure through Uganda’s stunning landscapes. Experience thrilling gorilla trekking in Bwindi National Park, spot tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and enjoy chimpanzee trekking at Kalinzu Forest Reserve. Join guided tours with expert local guides, stay in comfortable lodges, and immerse yourself in the rich wildlife of Africa.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Primate trekking | |
| Activity level | Moderate activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
- Walking safari—with armed guard
- Night game drives
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Transfer from Kigali to Bwindi
Our representative will pick you up at Kigali Airport or downtown Kigali and drive you to Bwindi National Park. The 4 to 5-hour scenic drive to Uganda will go through Rwanda’s northern town of Ruhengeri where you will cross over into Uganda via the Cyanika or Katuna border posts. The trip continues through the nearby cities of Kisoro or Kabale and finally into Bwindi National Park.
Overnight Stay at Rushaga Gorilla Camp
Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Bwindi Impenetrable
After an early morning breakfast, we will have a short drive to the Bwindi National Park gate for a gorilla-trekking briefing. The national park guide will conduct a presentation that covers the basics of what to expect during the gorilla trek and how to act to ensure the safety of both guests and the gorillas. Once you are assigned to a group, adventure into the rainforest begins! Follow your guide through dense vegetation until you encounter these impressive creatures in their natural habitat.
Overnight Stay at Ruhaga Gorilla Camp
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth
We will start the journey in the morning from Bwindi National Park and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The tour will take you through the stunning landscapes of western Uganda and get you to the park by early afternoon. We will drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, popularly known for the tree-climbing lions. Unlike their counterparts at the Kasenyi Plains, the lions at Ishasha have found a way to climb the fig trees to enjoy the warm temperatures.
Overnight Stay at the Bush Lodge
Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinga Chanel
Queen Elizabeth
After breakfast, we proceed to Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park to spot various species of wild animals. The Kasenyi plains are found in the vast savannahs of the Albertine Rift in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and it will be a morning full of adventure! After lunch, join the Kazinga Channel boat cruise for an afternoon of wild game viewing. We’ll have the chance to spot crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and a wide range of bird species on the channel waters.
Overnight Stay at Bush Lodge
Chimpanzee Trekking and Depart
After an early morning breakfast, we will drive to the Kalinzu Forest to experience tracking the chimpanzees in their forest home. Visitors to Kalinzu Forest have more than a 50% chance of encountering these creatures. Kalinzu Forest is not only a haven for chimps but it’s also home to 6 more species of primates, and if you’re lucky, on the Kalinzu trek you might encounter other different colobus monkeys, olive baboons, and red-tailed monkeys.
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