5-Day Chimpanzee & Gorilla Trekking Uganda Odyssey

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

Departure from Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth for an evening game drive

Early in the morning, you will depart from Entebbe and begin your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This drive typically takes around 6 to 7 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. Upon arrival in Kasese in Queen Elizabeth National Park, you will check in at your accommodation and have lunch. Later in the evening we will embark on a game drive in the kasenyi plains in search for the big cats and other wildlife species such as elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs and many others. Dinner and overnight stay.

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:

The Bush Lodge (Banda)

• Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimp Trekking & Boat Cruise, Kazinga Channel

Early in the morning after breakfast, we will proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing by one of the park staff. Following the briefing, you will be assigned a guide who will lead you into the forest to begin your chimpanzee trekking experience. Kyambura gorge is renowned to be the Valley of Apes, and this trek offers a unique opportunity to observe these fascinating primates in their natural habitat.
later in the afternoon, set off for a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This is an exciting watersport experience and it lasts for 3-4 hours, offering you a great chance to see hippos, basking crocodiles, water birds and many more. Spend the evening relaxing on the shoreline of the Kazinga channel sighting and listening to the hippos sounds and little bird sounds.
After an exciting day of trekking and wildlife viewing, you will return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight rest, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the forest.

Main Destination:

Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)

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)

Early Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park via Ishasha

Rise early to embark on an exhilarating game drive through the vast plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Departing from your lodge before dawn, you'll have the chance to witness the park's wildlife awakening to the new day. Keep your eyes peeled for iconic African animals such as elephants, lions, buffaloes, leopards, and a variety of antelope species as they roam the savannah in search of food and water.

After an exciting morning of game viewing, return to your lodge for a hearty breakfast before beginning your journey to Bwindi Forest National Park. As you travel, you'll pass through the southern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, known as Ishasha, famous for its tree-climbing lions.

Continuing your journey, you'll drive through scenic landscapes characterized by rolling hills and lush forests, eventually arriving at Bwindi Forest National Park.

Main Destination:

Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)

Accommodation:

Buhoma Gorilla Camp

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla tracking in Bwindi impenetrable forest & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters where you'll receive a briefing from experienced guides about the guidelines and safety measures for gorilla trekking. Following the briefing, you'll be assigned to a gorilla family group and set off into the dense forest in search of these majestic creatures.
The duration of the trek can vary depending on the location of the gorilla group, ranging from 2 to 7 hours. After spending an awe-inspiring hour with the gorillas, you'll return to the park headquarters, where you'll receive a certificate commemorating your gorilla trekking experience.

Following the trek, return to your lodge to freshen up and enjoy a well-deserved lunch. Then, bid farewell to Bwindi Forest as you embark on a scenic journey to Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale. Known as the "Lake of a 29 Islands", Lake Bunyonyi is one of the most picturesque destinations in Uganda, offering stunning views of its tranquil waters and lush green islands.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

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

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Sharp Island Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive to Entebbe , travel back home

Have breakfast early in the morning and later, check out of the lodge ready to make a journey to Kampala with a quick stop at the Equator for lunch and shopping.
As your safari in Uganda ends, it's time to look back on your trip with us and enjoy the incredible memories we're sure you
have.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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