Best Uganda Primate Safari
9 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari
$2500-6000 USD
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Safari summary
This 9-day Uganda safari offers a rich and well-paced journey through the country’s top wildlife and primate destinations. From the wetlands of Mabamba Swamp in search of the rare shoebill, to chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park and classic game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park, the experience blends adventure with scenic beauty. The highlight is an unforgettable gorilla trekking encounter in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, followed by relaxation at the breathtaking Lake Bunyonyi. This safari is ideal for travelers seeking Uganda’s most iconic experiences in a compact timeframe.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Primate trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Sightseeing | shopping | markets
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Uganda
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your driver-guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in and relaxation. If your arrival time allows, proceed to Mabamba Swamp for an evening shoebill tracking experience by canoe through papyrus channels. This excursion offers a chance to spot the rare shoebill stork along with other wetland birds. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay near Lake Victoria.
Transfer to Kibale
Kibale
After breakfast, depart Entebbe and journey west to Kibale Forest National Park, known as the primate capital of the world. The scenic drive takes you through lush countryside, tea plantations, and traditional villages. Arrive in the afternoon or evening, check in at your lodge, and relax as you prepare for the next day’s primate adventure.
Chimpanzee Trekking
Kibale
Start your day with a briefing before heading into Kibale Forest for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience. Track a habituated chimpanzee family and spend time observing their natural behaviors. After lunch, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying scenic views of the Rwenzori Mountains and crater lakes. Arrive in the evening, check in, and relax.
Game Drive & Boat cruise
Queen Elizabeth
Begin the day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, where you may spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and a variety of birdlife. After lunch, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, famous for its dense populations of hippos, crocodiles, and water birds along the shores. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Transfer to Ishasha Sector
Queen Elizabeth
After breakfast, transfer to the Ishasha Sector, known for its unique tree-climbing lions. Arrive in the afternoon and head out for an evening game drive, searching for lions resting in fig trees as well as elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes. Overnight stay in Ishasha.
Transfer to Bwindi
Bwindi Impenetrable
After breakfast, continue your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas. The drive offers scenic views of terraced hills and rural communities. Arrive in the afternoon, check in at your lodge, and relax in preparation for the gorilla trekking experience.
Gorilla Trekking & Lake Bunyonyi
Bwindi Impenetrable
Today is the highlight of your safari—gorilla trekking in Bwindi. After a briefing, trek through dense forest to locate a gorilla family and spend an unforgettable hour observing them. After the trek, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most scenic lakes. Relax at your lakeside lodge and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Morning Boat Cruise & Transfer
Enjoy a relaxing morning boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi, exploring its beautiful islands and calm waters. Afterward, begin your journey back to Entebbe with a stop at the Equator for photos and souvenirs. Arrive in the evening and check in at your hotel near Lake Victoria.
Departure
After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, relax at your hotel or enjoy a short optional activity. You will then be transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Uganda safari.
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