Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari
4 days—Embark on an unforgettable 4-day Uganda safari – track wild chimpanzees in Kibale Forest and trek Bwindi’s endangered mountain gorillas.
$1980-2220 USD
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Safari summary
- Chimpanzee Tracking
- Gorilla Trekking
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Primate trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, December | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Walking safari—with armed guard
- Hiking | trekking
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
Day 1
Kibale
You'll depart Entebbe for Kibale Forest National Park, a journey of approximately 5 hours. And after an early lunch, you'll head to the park headquarters, where you'll receive a short briefing from one of the park staff. A guide will then be allocated to lead you into the forest to track chimpanzees, our closest relatives. Kibale Forest is renowned for offering the best primate tracking experience in East Africa. After the trek, you'll return to your lodge to unwind and enjoy the sunset.
Turaco Treetops Lodge | Kibale Forest Camp
Day 2
Bwindi Impenetrable
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Kibale through Uganda’s rolling hills, crater lakes, and tea plantations toward Bwindi Forest National Park. Stop en route for lunch and optional photo breaks before continuing to the park, home to half the world’s mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge in time to relax, enjoy the cool forest air, and prepare for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure.
Rushaga Gorilla Camp | Gorilla Valley Lodge
Day 3
Bwindi Impenetrable
After an early breakfast, report to Bwindi Park headquarters for a briefing before setting off on your gorilla trek. Hike through the dense forest with your guide until you find the gorilla family and spend an unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch, then drive to the scenic Lake Bunyonyi, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning lakeside views
Arcadia Lodge Kabale | Bunyonyi Eco Resort
Day 4
After breakfast, enjoy the peaceful morning at Lake Bunyonyi, often called the ‘Lake of a Thousand Islands.’ You may take a short canoe ride or relax by the lakeside before starting the scenic drive back to Entebbe. Stop en route for lunch and photo opportunities. Arrive in Entebbe in the evening and transfer to the airport for your outbound flight, marking the end of your unforgettable safari.
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