Semu Gorilla Safaris and Tours

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Transfer from Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park – Chimpanzee Trekking

Transfer from Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park – Chimpanzee Trekking

After an early breakfast, you'll depart from Entebbe for Kibale Forest National Park, a journey of approximately 5 hours. Following an early lunch, you'll head to the Park headquarters, where you'll receive a short briefing from one of the park staff.

A guide will then be allocated to lead you into the forest to track chimpanzees, the closest relatives of humans. Kibale Forest is renowned for offering the best primate tracking experience in East Africa. After the trek, you'll return to your lodge to unwind and enjoy the sunset.

Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp (Budget-range level) | Meals: Lunch, dinner | Drive time: 5 hr 7 min.

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

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
LionRare to None
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Camp (Camping)
  • Just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Kibale Forest to Bwindi Forest National Park

Kibale Forest to Bwindi Forest National Park

After breakfast, you'll depart from Kibale Forest and head towards Bwindi Forest National Park, passing through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. This route offers the opportunity to explore the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha.

Upon arrival at Bwindi, you'll have the choice to relax at your lodge in the afternoon or participate in a guided walk around the nearby village.

Accommodation: Buhoma Community Camp (Budget-range level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner | Drive time: 7 hr 17 min.

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

Accommodation:
Buhoma Community Rest Camp
  • Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest & transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest & transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Today marks the highlight of your safari adventure as you embark on the unforgettable experience of gorilla trekking in Bwindi. After a hearty breakfast, you will make your way to the park headquarters, ensuring arrival no later than 7:30 am. Here, you will join fellow visitors for a briefing conducted by a Ranger.

Following the briefing, you will meet with your lead guide who will accompany you into the dense forest in search of the gorilla family allocated to your group. The duration of the trek can vary widely, ranging from 2 to 7 hours round trip, depending on the location of the gorilla family and their movement patterns.

Once you've had the incredible opportunity to observe and photograph the gorillas in their natural habitat, you will return to the park headquarters. And to Lake Bunyonyi, where you can unwind and reflect on the day's extraordinary experiences.

Accommodation: Keije Resort Lake Bunyonyi (Mid range) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner | Drive time: 2 hours.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Keije Resort Bunyonyi
  • Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe International Airport

Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe International Airport

After a fulfilling breakfast at Lake Bunyonyi, it's time to bid farewell to this picturesque destination and embark on your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.

En route, you'll make a stop in Mbarara for a delicious lunch, allowing you to refuel and relax before continuing your journey. Another highlight of the day awaits as you pause at the equator for a memorable photo opportunity. Capture the moment as you straddle the imaginary line separating the northern and southern hemispheres.

Take advantage of this stop to browse through local souvenir shops, where you can find unique mementos to commemorate your safari adventure in Uganda. With souvenirs in hand and cherished memories in your heart, you'll resume your journey towards your final destination.

Accommodation: Recommended on request | Meals: Breakfast, lunch | Drive time: Approx. 8 hours.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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  • This tour is offered by Semu Gorilla Safaris and Tours, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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