4-Day Ultimate Primate Experince

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

Arrival and Transfer to Kibale National Park

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where your adventure begins. Meet your guide and set off on a scenic drive to Kibale National Park, passing through lush countryside, tea plantations, and traditional villages. Stop in Fort Portal, Uganda’s tourism city, for lunch and a brief exploration of its vibrant markets and scenic views of the Rwenzori Mountains.

Continue to Kibale National Park, home to Africa’s highest concentration of primates. As you approach, the landscape transforms into dense rainforests, rich with birdlife and wildlife. Check in at your lodge, nestled in the jungle, and unwind as you take in the tranquil surroundings.

In the evening, take a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, where you might spot red colobus monkeys, birds, and other wildlife. Enjoy a relaxing dinner at your lodge, preparing for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience the next morning in the heart of the forest.

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:

Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

• Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi Park

Start your day with an exhilarating chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale National Park. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before venturing into the dense rainforest. Follow expert trackers as they lead you to a troop of wild chimpanzees, watching them swing through trees, play, and interact in their natural habitat. Along the way, spot other primates, colorful birds, and unique flora.

After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch before embarking on a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Travel through the stunning landscapes of southwestern Uganda, passing crater lakes, rolling hills and Ishasha sector with a chance of seeing climbing lions.

Arrive in Bwindi by evening, check into your lodge, and unwind with breathtaking forest views. Enjoy dinner as you prepare for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience the next day, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to encounter the rare mountain gorillas in their misty jungle home.

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:

Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse

• Budget guest house located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience

After an early breakfast, set off for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for your mountain gorilla trekking adventure. Upon arrival at the park headquarters, attend a briefing by experienced rangers who will guide you through the safety protocols and trekking expectations. The trek, lasting between 2 to 6 hours, takes you deep into the dense rainforest, navigating steep terrain in search of a gorilla family. Once located, spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants as they feed, play, and interact.

After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch, reflecting on the incredible encounter.

In the afternoon, embark on the Batwa cultural experience, where you'll meet the Batwa pygmies, the indigenous forest dwellers of Bwindi. Learn about their unique way of life, traditional hunting skills, herbal medicine, and cultural dances. This immersive experience offers a deep insight into their rich heritage and connection to the forest, making for a memorable cultural encounter.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse

• Budget guest house located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer To Kigali

After breakfast, depart Bwindi for a scenic drive to Kigali, Rwanda. Enjoy breathtaking views of rolling hills, terraced farms, and local villages along the way. Cross the Uganda-Rwanda border, where your guide will assist with immigration formalities. Continue to Kigali, arriving in the afternoon. Depending on your schedule, take a short city tour to visit key sites like the Kigali Genocide Memorial before your onward journey or departure.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

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.