7-Day Uganda Primates Safari

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

Arrival in Uganda – Transfer to Entebbe

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where you’ll be greeted by your 7-Day Uganda Primates Safari guide. Transfer to your accommodation in Entebbe or nearby Kampala, depending on your arrival time. Take some time to rest and acclimate to your new surroundings.

Enjoy a leisurely afternoon exploring Entebbe’s botanical gardens or visiting the shores of Lake Victoria. In the evening, indulge in a delicious dinner at a local restaurant before returning to your accommodation for the night.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

Hotel No.5

• Luxury hotel located in Entebbe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest National Park, home to one of the largest populations of chimpanzees in Uganda. The journey takes approximately 5-6 hours by road, offering picturesque views of rural Uganda along the way. Arrive at your lodge near Kibale Forest in the afternoon and check-in.

Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, perhaps taking a nature walk around the lodge’s surroundings or relaxing amidst the natural beauty of the area. Enjoy a delicious dinner at the lodge, followed by a briefing from your 7-Day Uganda Primates Safari guide about the upcoming chimpanzee habituation experience. Retire early to ensure you’re well-rested for the adventures ahead.

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 Camp (Safari Tent)

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chimpanzee Habituation Experience in Kibale Forest

Wake up before dawn for an early breakfast at the lodge. Head to Kibale Forest National Park headquarters, where you’ll meet with your 7-Day Uganda Primates Safari guide and the team of researchers and trackers. Embark on your chimpanzee habituation trek into the dense forest, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers.

Spend the day observing the chimpanzee families as they go about their daily activities, learning about their behavior and ecology. Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the forest, allowing you to refuel and continue your observation of the chimpanzees. Take advantage of the opportunity to take photographs and ask questions about these fascinating primates.

Return to the lodge in the late afternoon, feeling exhilarated by the close encounters with chimpanzees. Relax and unwind with a refreshing drink as you share stories and photographs with fellow travelers. Dinner will be served at the lodge, followed by leisure time to rest and reflect on the day’s experiences.

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
• Drinks not included

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before departing for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to Uganda’s mountain gorillas. The 7-Day Uganda Primates Safari journey takes approximately 5-6 hours by road, passing through scenic landscapes and rural villages. Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the afternoon and check-in.

Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, exploring the nearby area or simply relaxing at the lodge. Enjoy dinner at the lodge, featuring a selection of delicious dishes prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Your 7-Day Uganda Primates Safari guide will provide a briefing on the upcoming gorilla habituation experience, outlining the objectives and guidelines for the activity.

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:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Wake up early for breakfast before heading to the park headquarters. Meet with your 7-Day Uganda Primates Safari guide and the team of researchers and trackers who will lead you on the gorilla habituation experience. Begin your gorilla habituation trek into the dense forests of Bwindi, following the guidance of your expert trackers.

Spend the day with a gorilla family, observing their behavior and contributing to their gradual acclimatization to human presence. Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the forest, allowing you to refuel and continue your observation of the gorillas. Take breaks throughout the day to rest, take photographs, and absorb the beauty of the surroundings.

Return to the lodge in the late afternoon, feeling humbled by the intimate wildlife encounter. Relax and unwind as you share stories and photographs with fellow travelers. Dinner will be served at the lodge, followed by leisure time to rest and rejuvenate.

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
• Drinks not included

Golden Monkey Habituation Experience in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

After breakfast, depart for Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to the endangered golden monkeys. Upon arrival, meet with your 7-Day Uganda Primates Safari guide and the team of researchers and trackers who will lead you on the golden monkey habituation experience. Embark on your golden monkey habituation trek into the forest, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers.

Spend the day observing the golden monkeys as they forage, play, and interact in their natural habitat. Enjoy a packed lunch amidst the forest, allowing you to refuel and continue your observation of the golden monkeys. Take advantage of the opportunity to take photographs and learn about the unique ecology of the golden monkeys.

Return to your lodge in the late afternoon, feeling enriched by the close wildlife encounter. Relax and unwind as you share stories and photographs with fellow travelers. Dinner will be served at the lodge, followed by leisure time to rest and reflect on the day’s adventures.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to January (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

BuffaloOccasional

ElephantRare

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the lodge before bidding farewell to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Depart for Entebbe International Airport, where you’ll board your international flight home.

Depending on your departure time, you may have the option to explore Entebbe or visit nearby attractions before your flight. Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and complete check-in procedures for your flight.

Board your international flight home, carrying with you cherished memories of your chimpanzee, gorilla, and golden monkey habituation safari in Uganda.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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