Six Day Uganda Primate Safari
6 days—Chimps & Gorillas
$10000-12000 USD
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Safari summary
The classic Uganda primate circuit combining chimpanzee tracking, savannah wildlife, and the iconic mountain gorilla experience. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting a comprehensive primate-focused safari with diverse ecosystems from rainforest to savannah. This itinerary delivers the full “Pearl of Africa” experience.
About this tour
| Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
| Main focus | Primate trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | June, July, August, September | |
| Countries | ||
| Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hiking | trekking
- Bushman | tribal visits
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival & Transfer to Kibale
Kibale
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport. Meet your guide after clearing immigration and customs. Then Depart for Kibale National Park
Primate Lodge Kibale
Chimp Tracking in Kibale
Kibale
Morning (7:30 AM): Transfer to Kanyanchu Visitor Center (15-30 minutes) for briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers (30 minutes). Late Morning (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Chimpanzee tracking through Kibale Forest. Trek 2-4 hours through tropical rainforest to find a habituated community. Afternoon (2:30 PM): Guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary (2-3 hours) for Bird Watching and Monkeys
Primate Lodge Kibale
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth
Late Morning: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park (3 hours) through the scenic Rwenzori foothills. Mid-day: Arrive at Queen Elizabeth, check into lodge, enjoy lunch. Afternoon (4:00 PM): Afternoon game drive on Kasenyi Plains (3-4 hours) searching for: Lions (excellent population) Leopards (possible with patience) Elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs Hyenas, jackals Over 600 bird species Evening: Return to lodge at sunset, enjoy dinner.
Mweya Safari Lodge
Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Queen Elizabeth
Early Morning (7:00 AM): Transfer to Mweya Peninsula for Kazinga Channel boat cruise. Morning (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM): 2-hour boat cruise on the channel connecting Lake George and Lake Edward. Wildlife highlights: Possible shoebill sighting (rare but possible with good guide) Late Morning (10:30 AM): Return to lodge for brunch and rest during heat of day. Afternoon (3:30 PM): Optional afternoon game drive (different area) or relaxation at lodge with pool.
Mweya Safari Lodge
Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha
Bwindi Impenetrable
Late Morning: Drive south to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth NP (2-3 hours). The landscape changes to rolling savannah with fig trees. Mid-day (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Game drive in Ishasha searching for its famous tree-climbing lions. Afternoon: Picnic lunch in Ishasha, continue drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (2-3 hours). Late Afternoon: Arrive at Bwindi lodge, check in, rest. Evening: Gorilla trekking briefing by lodge manager, dinner. Prepare gear for tomorrow.
Mahogany Springs
Gorilla Trekking & Departure
Bwindi Impenetrable
Morning (7:00 AM): Transfer to park headquarters Late Morning (8:30 AM onwards): Gorilla trekking (2-6 hours). Enter the forest with your guide, ranger, and trackers. Trek through dense vegetation, steep slopes, and possibly muddy conditions. Once gorillas are located, spend 1 magical hour with them. Late Afternoon: Begin drive back to Entebbe (overnight in Entebbe and depart next day). Evening: Arrival Entebbe, transfer to airport hotel if connecting next day.
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