6-Day Budget Friendly Tour of Uganda Primates & Wildlife

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival and a Scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Your adventure begins the moment you touch down at Entebbe International Airport. Your driver/guide will receive you at the Airport. You will stop at Victoria Mall for a hot cup of coffee, before you embark on the drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Park.

The drive is long but equally rewarding as you will go past many small towns, roadside markets, settlements and villages, farms, and stunning views of the changing countryside. You will also have several stopovers along the way for photography, lunch and snacks.

You will reach Bwindi in the evening and check in at your lodge where they will be expecting you. You will have some time in the evening to relax from the long drive, take in the serene atmosphere and prepare for your gorilla tracking experience on the next day.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Broadbill Forest Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi and a batwa community Visit

Today is the day you've been eagerly awaiting! After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla tracking rules and guidelines.

Accompanied by experienced trackers and guides, venture into the thick forest in search of one of the world's most incredible creatures - the mountain gorillas.

This experience is truly magical as you'll have the chance to observe these gentle giants up close in their natural habitat for a whole hour. The trek may be challenging at times, but the reward is immeasurable.

In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting a nearby community, the batwa who were also the early forest dwellers. Engage with them, learn about their customs, and enjoy traditional dances and storytelling.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Broadbill Forest Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha

Bid farewell to Bwindi and begin your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, another gem in Uganda's wildlife portfolio.

The drive will take you through the scenic Ishasha sector of the park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Keep your eyes peeled for these remarkable predators.

You will make a stop at Agartha's Taste of Uganda, an uplift group that was set up to conserve the bio-diversity of the area by reducing threats to the ecosystems through increased economic opportunities for local community members. Here women are skilled to boast their financial capacity.

Arrive at your lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, check in, and enjoy a relaxing evening in preparation for the adventures ahead.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

LeopardOccasional

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Irungu Forest Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game Drive and Boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Early in the morning, after an early breakfast, embark on a thrilling game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. This is the perfect opportunity to spot Africa's iconic big Four, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and an array of other wildlife.

After a delightful morning of wildlife viewing, return to your lodge for a hearty lunch and some downtime.

In the afternoon, experience a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. This unique journey allows you to witness an abundance of wildlife on the banks of the channel, including hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

Irungu Forest Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee tracking in Kalinzu- A Primate Adventure

Today, we venture to Kalinzu Forest Reserve, a hidden gem for chimpanzee tracking. After a briefing from the park rangers, embark on an exhilarating experience that brings you face-to-face with our closest relatives. Along the way, be enchanted by the forest's inhabitants, from playful colobus monkeys, baboons and to a rich variety of birdlife.

Once you encounter the chimpanzees, you will be allowed to stay around them for a full hour, observing their playfulness, grooming and feeding.

This experience will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the diverse primate species that call Uganda home.

After this amazing adventure, return to your Lodge to reflect on the primate expedition you just had.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

Irungu Forest Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Return to Entebbe and Departure

After breakfast, we'll start our journey back to Entebbe. As your adventure draws to a close, savour every moment of the scenic drive back to Entebbe. The rolling hills, villages, and the warm smiles of the Ugandan people will accompany you on your journey, leaving wonderful memories.

En route, take in the scenic beauty of the countryside and make a few stops along the way for some sightings and photographs and en route Lunch.

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport in time for your onward flight, concluding this unforgettable safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.