5-Day Bwindi NP, Kibale NP & Lake Bunyonyi Tour

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

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park and afternoon Bigodi community tour

Pick from the airport or your overnight hotel; set off on your journey to Kibale National Park, soaking in the scenic views of vast tea plantations along the way. Upon reaching Fort Portal city, have delicious lunch before embarking on Bigodi community tour led by a local guide.
An opportunity to go for a community walk in Bigodi lets you experience African homesteads, Banana bonga products, Robusta coffee experience, traditional healers/doctors, handcraft making (ladies weaving baskets and cultural dances), etc. As the day draws to a close, retreat to your booked lodge for a delightful dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, filled with memories of cultural exploration and scenic wonders.

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:

Kibale Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Tracking Experience and Tea Plantation Tour

Start your day with an early rise and a quick breakfast, then head to the park headquarters for a briefing on chimpanzee tracking protocols. Accompanied by a knowledgeable park guide, venture into the forest to track chimpanzees and other primates in their natural habitat, renowned as the primate capital of the world. Along the way, encounter a variety of forest dwellers such as L’hoest’s monkeys, black-faced colobus monkeys.

Highlight of the day is observing the playful antics, communication, and feeding habits of the chimpanzees, typically allowed for an hour. Keep an eye out for forest bird species like the African broadbill, Ross' turaco, and great blue turaco, as well as colorful butterflies and diverse flora.
After lunch, either enjoy a picnic in the park or return to your lodge. After an immersive encounter with the chimpanzees, in the evening you will take a tour around tea plantations and the beautiful crater lakes.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Kibale Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Have an early breakfast and then begin your transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The journey towards the majestic Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is really scenic dotted with vast plantations, crater lakes, etc. You will arrive in the evening just in time to unwind at your lodge amidst its captivating surroundings.

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:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Tracking Experience and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for an evening boat cruise

Prepare for an extraordinary mountain gorilla trekking experience by donning recommended attire: long trousers, a long-sleeved shirt, waterproof hiking shoes, a jacket, a round hat, and heavy-duty gloves for unpredictable weather. After breakfast, meet your safari guide for a pre-trek briefing at the park information center. Grouped with eight individuals, track a specific gorilla family with armed rangers and a knowledgeable guide. Be prepared for challenging terrain and varying trek durations.
Encounter diverse wildlife with your guide's insights. At the end of gorilla trek, you will receive a trekking certificate for conservation contribution.
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation, boat cruise and sight-seeing. Conclude with dinner and overnight stay, reflecting on an unforgettable day of gorilla trekking and lake exploration.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Sunrise canoeing and transfer to Entebbe International Airport

On the final day of your safari, wake up to Lake Bunyonyi's tranquil beauty and embark on a 2-hour canoe ride. Explore some of its 29 islands with a local guide sharing intriguing stories, including Punishment Island's history. Drift along serene waters amid breathtaking landscapes and bird melodies.
After the adventure, transfer back to Entebbe, stopping in Mbarara for lunch. Pause at the Equator Point for water experiment and photos. Conclude with a seamless drive to Entebbe airport, cherishing memories of your Ugandan 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.