8-Day Uganda Primates, Wildlife & Community Immersions

• 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 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 Trekking in Bwindi and Batwa community encounter

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 Ishasha, visit Agartha's taste of Uganda and enjoy an evening game drive

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

You will make a stop at Agartha's Taste of Uganda, an uplift group that was set up to conserve the biodiversity 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 Ishasha and check in.

Set out for an evening game drive before and enjoy a relaxing evening in preparation for the adventures ahead.

Main Destination:

Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)

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:

Ishasha Pride Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Enjoy a morning game drive in Ishasha and continue to the Northern sector of Queen Elizabeth

In the morning, proceed to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Ishasha is well known because of its tree-climbing lions that majestically watch their wilderness from the trees.

After having lunch, set out on your drive to the northern sector of this park.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

The Bush Lodge (Banda)

• Mid-range banda 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:

The Bush Lodge (Banda)

• Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Travel to Kibale and engage in an afternoon farm tour

After a leisurely breakfast, you will journey to Rubalika Safari Lodge and Farm.

Relax at this serene facility with delightful 'High Tea' by the peaceful banks of the River Dura, enjoying a selection of teas and pastries.

After lunch, embark on a guided nature walk and farm tour to delve into the intricacies of farming crops such as vanilla, avocado, cocoa, matoke and the other farm’s agricultural activities.

Explore the lodge's botanical garden to learn about traditional and medicinal plants indigenous to Uganda. Experience the fascinating process of making banana juice and Uganda’s renowned Waragi Gin ('War Gin') with an opportunity to sample these local delicacies.

In the evening, gather around a campfire for lively conversations before enjoying a sumptuous three-course dinner, ending the day with a well-deserved rest.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Rubalika Safari Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale

With an early start to the day, you will head to the park headquarters. Here, you'll receive a detailed briefing on the chimpanzees you're about to track, followed by an exhilarating hike through the lush forest of Kibale.
Kibale National Park is renowned for its diverse primate species and rich birdlife. During your trek, you'll encounter chimpanzees and possibly other forest animals.

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

As you drive back to the Lodge, you will stop at a tea estate, where you'll have the opportunity to interact with farmers as they harvest tea. You can even try your hand at tea picking, gaining a unique insight into the local agricultural practices.

Return to your Lodge to reflect on the expeditions you just had. Unwind and soak in the tranquillity of the lodge's grounds, perhaps indulging in a soothing massage by the banks of the River Dura.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Rubalika Safari Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive back to Entebbe

Sadly, it's time to bid farewell to the beautiful Ugandan wilderness. 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, quaint villages, and the warm smiles of the Ugandan people will accompany you on your journey, leaving indelible memories etched in your heart.

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