7-Day Uganda Primates and Wildlife Safari

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

Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest National Park. The drive takes approximately 6-7 hours through scenic landscapes and local villages. Enjoy a hot meal in Fort Portal town before proceeding to the lodge to Kibale forest. Arrive in the afternoon and check into your lodge. In the evening, you can take a guided walk in the nearby Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its rich biodiversity and birdlife. Dinner and Overnight at Kibale Forest Camp.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit December to February and June to July

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

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

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

LionRare to None

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest

After an early breakfast, head out for a briefing before embarking on your chimpanzee trekking adventure. Kibale Forest is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees. Spend the morning trekking through the forest, observing the chimpanzees in their natural habitat. The trek can last from 2 to 4 hours depending on the location of the chimps. Return to the lodge for lunch. Visit the nearby community projects or take a nature walk around the forest. Dinner and Overnight.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is approximately a 3-hour drive. Check into your lodge and have lunch. Enjoy a leisurely boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which is home to one of the largest concentrations of hippos and numerous bird species. Dinner and Overnight at Bush Lodge/Buffalo Safari Lodge.

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:

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

Game Drives and Exploration in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Embark on an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, where you may spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and various antelope species. Return to the lodge for lunch. Take an afternoon game drive or visit the Katwe Explosion Crater for stunning views and birdwatching. Dinner and Overnight.

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)

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. The drive takes approximately 6-7 hours through beautiful landscapes and the Ishasha sector, where you might spot tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a packed lunch en route. Arrive in the evening and check into your Lodge.

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:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on your gorilla trekking adventure. Bwindi is home to almost half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Spend the morning trekking through the dense forest, led by experienced guides. Once you locate the gorillas, you will have an hour to observe and photograph them. The trek can last from 2 to 8 hours depending on the location of the gorillas. Return to the lodge for a late lunch. Relax at the lodge or take a guided community walk to visit the local Batwa community and learn about their culture and traditions. Dinner and Overnight.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Entebbe and Departure

After breakfast, embark on your journey back to Entebbe. The drive takes approximately 8-9 hours. Enjoy a packed lunch en route. Arrive in the late afternoon. Depending on your flight time, you can relax or do some last-minute shopping. Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

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.