5-Day Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Safari Tour Uganda

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

Transfer from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Morning: Early morning pick-up from Entebbe and begin the drive to Bwindi. The
journey takes approximately 8-10 hours, with scenic stops.

Highlights on the Way:
Stop at the Equator for photos and refreshments.
Visit Igongo Cultural Centre near Mbarara for a cultural experience and lunch.

Evening: Arrive in Bwindi and check into a lodge, Rest and enjoy dinner.

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:

Gorilla Mist Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Morning:
Early breakfast and briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority guides.
Embark on a gorilla trekking adventure, which may take 2-8 hours depending on the
gorilla family's location.

Afternoon:
Return to the lodge for lunch.
Optional cultural activities in the nearby Batwa community for a glimpse into the lives
of the indigenous people.

Evening: Relax at the lodge, sharing trekking stories over dinner.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Gorilla Mist Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Morning: After breakfast, begin the drive to Kibale National Park (approximately 5-7
hours).

Highlights on the Way:
Scenic views of crater lakes and the Rwenzori Mountains.
Stop at Fort Portal town for lunch.

Evening: Check into a lodge near Kibale Forest and rest.

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:

Turaco Treetops Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

Morning:
Early breakfast and head for a chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest.
Spend up to one hour with the chimps, observing their behavior in their natural habitat.

Afternoon:
Lunch at the lodge.
Guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for birding, primates, and a community
experience.

Evening: Relax and unwind at the lodge with well deserved dinner.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Turaco Treetops Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Entebbe

Morning: Breakfast and departure for Entebbe (approximately 5-6 hours).
Highlights on the Way:
Optional stop at the Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru caves near Fort Portal.
Stop for lunch en route in Mbarara.
Evening: Arrive in Entebbe and transfer to your hotel or airport for departure.

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.