5-Day Gorilla & Chimpanzee Primate 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

Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Kampala or Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park, known as the primate capital of the world. The drive takes about 5-6 hours, offering stunning views of Uganda's countryside, tea plantations, and villages. Stop for lunch en route, possibly in Fort Portal, a vibrant town near Kibale.
Arrive in Kibale Forest National Park and check into your lodge. Relax and enjoy the beautiful forest surroundings in preparation for your chimpanzee trekking the next day.

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:

Mountains of the Moon Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Community Walk

After an early breakfast, head out for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience. Accompanied by expert guides, you’ll trek through the dense rainforest, home to around 13 species of primates. The highlight will be observing the lively and social chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided Bigodi Swamp Walk. This community-run project offers a chance to see more primates, birds, and small mammals, while also interacting with the local people and learning about their culture.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Mountains of the Moon Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its mountain gorillas. The drive takes about 6-8 hours, passing through scenic landscapes, including terraced hills, banana plantations, and remote villages. En route or packed lunch. Arrive in Bwindi in the late afternoon and check into your lodge near the gorilla trekking starting point. Rest up for the gorilla trekking experience the following 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:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking. Led by experienced guides, you’ll hike through the dense forest to locate one of the habituated gorilla families. Spend an hour observing these incredible creatures in their natural habitat, an unforgettable experience. Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation. Spend the afternoon at leisure, reflecting on your extraordinary gorilla trekking adventure. You may also explore the local community or take nature walks (optional).

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure from Bwindi to Kampala or Entebbe

After having breakfast, depart Bwindi and begin the drive back to Kampala or Entebbe. It’s a long but scenic drive through Uganda’s rolling hills and valleys. Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the late afternoon or evening, marking the end of your primate tour.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

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.