Gorillas, Chimps and Murchison

8-Day Gorilla, Murchison Falls & Kibale Chimp Trek Adventure in Uganda

$2400-4540 USD

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Safari summary

The 8-day trek through Uganda offers an immersive experience into the rich biodiversity of the region, focusing on gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, exploring Murchison Falls National Park, and chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park. This journey is designed for wildlife enthusiasts and adventurers who wish to witness some of Africa’s most iconic species in their natural habitats.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Primate trekking
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Uganda
	Parks	Bwindi Impenetrable Kibale Lake Mburo Murchison Falls Queen Elizabeth

Fine details

Safari highlights

Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
Walking safari—with armed guard
Night game drives

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

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

Itinerary

Transfer to Ziwa Rhino to Murchison

Murchison Falls

Transfer from Kampala to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to the only wild rhinos in Uganda. Rhinos became extinct in Uganda in the early 1980s and the Ziwa site is being used as a breeding site for black and white rhinos. As we leave the rhinos behind, we will proceed to Murchison Falls National Park, on the shore of Lake Albert where the River Nile roars through a narrow gap creating the Murchison Falls. We will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

Overnight stay at Red Chilli Rest Camp

Game Drive & Boat Trip on R. Nile

Murchison Falls

Embark on a game drive in the park to spot elephants, lions, giraffes. In the afternoon, we will take a relaxing boat trip on the iconic River Nile where, if we’re lucky, we’ll have a chance to see crocodiles, hippos, and an array of rare birds. We will see for ourselves the point where the River Nile joins Lake Albert, which is one of the major highlights of this trip. Feel the immense power and force of the falls as the spray hits your face and you listen to the deafening roar of the water.

Overnight stay at Red Chilli Rest Camp

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Kibale

After breakfast, embark on the journey to Kibale. We will start with a stopover at the famous ‘Top of the Falls’ where we have spectacular views of the Murchison Falls along the Nile River, a perfect photo opportunity for the budding photographers. Leaving Murchison Falls National Park behind and driving southwards to Kibale National Park. The drive to Kibale National Park will go through major western towns of Hoima, Kyenjojo, and Fort Portal. We will arrive in the early evening.

Overnight stay at Kibale Forest Lodge

Chimp Trek & Transfer to QENP

Kibale

Affter breakfast, track the chimpanzees in their forest home. In the afternoon, we will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal Crater Lakes, perhaps Uganda’s most iconic sight. Here, you will be able to enjoy the amazing views of western Uganda’s tea farmlands and plantations. You can spot the Rwenzori Mountain Escarpment in the distance. Join the Kazinga channel boat trip and after we’ll check in to the lodge and relax in preparation for the following day’s game drives.

Overnight stay at Engiri lodge

Game Drive $ transfer to Bwindi Np

Bwindi Impenetrable

Early morning breakfast then proceed to the famed Kasenyi Queen Elizabeth National Park plains for a short game drive to spot wild animals. Expect to encounter lions, buffalo, drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, popularly known for its tree-climbing lions. Lions at Ishasha have found a way to climb the fig trees to enjoy the warm temperatures in the park. While the sighting of the tree-climbing lions is not 100% guaranteed, a stopover at Ishasha is worth a visit!

Overnight stay at Karungi Camp

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Bwindi Impenetrable

Embark on a full-day adventure to track the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Forest National Park. The trek will commence with a short briefing on gorillas trekking rules to ensure the safety of both the guests and the gorillas. We will then start the trek into the Impenetrable Forest to encounter the gentle giants of Bwindi National Park. We will follow the expert guides, looking for signs of the gorillas and changing direction accordingly until we find them. Relax the evening and reflect.

Overnight stay at Karungi Camp

Transfer from Bwindi to Lake Mburo

Lake Mburo

Transfer from Bwindi National Park to Lake Mburo National Park on this day. In the evening, a night game drive is planned at Lake Mburo National Park to spot leopards (not 100% guaranteed) and other wildlife in Uganda’s smallest savannah park. After the night game drive, we will return to the lodge for a rest.

Overnight stay at Hyena Hill Lodge

Game Drive and transfer to Kampala

Lake Mburo

After an early breakfast followed by a game drive at Lake Mburo National Park to spot additional wildlife. And then start a drive to Entebbe International Airport. If interested, a stopover is scheduled at the Equator crossing to grab coffee and shop for handicrafts. After the stopover, continue with the drive to Entebbe. The estimated drive time to Entebbe is 5hrs. The estimated arrival time should be sufficient to check in for the flight if you have a flight departing Entebbe in the evening.

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