This thrilling 7-day Uganda adventure is specially crafted for primate lovers. Track the world-famous mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and encounter chimpanzees in the lush Kibale Forest. Along the way, explore Queen Elizabeth National Park for classic African wildlife viewing and stunning crater lake landscapes. An unforgettable journey through Uganda’s most iconic natural and cultural treasures.
7 Days Ultimate Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking Safari
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Welcome to Uganda
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where our representative will meet and transfer you to your hotel. Enjoy a peaceful evening, receive your safari briefing, and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Accommodation: The Boma Hotel / Hotel No.5
Day 2: Entebbe – Kibale Forest National Park
Drive Time: Approx. 5 hours
Depart early and travel west to Kibale Forest, home to 13 primate species, including habituated chimpanzees. Stop for lunch en route in Fort Portal, a scenic town nestled in the Rwenzori foothills.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Primate Lodge / Turaco Treetops
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetland Walk
After an early breakfast, venture into Kibale Forest for a thrilling chimpanzee tracking experience. Watch the lively chimps swing through the canopy and forage on the forest floor. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary to spot rare birds and primates.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Primate Lodge / Turaco Treetops
Day 4: Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive Time: Approx. 3 hours
Drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy a game drive as you enter the park, then embark on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, known for hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and prolific birdlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Drive Time: Approx. 5–6 hours (via Ishasha sector)
Take a scenic drive through the Ishasha sector, famous for tree-climbing lions. With a picnic lunch en route, continue to Bwindi, home of half the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs / Buhoma Lodge
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi
Today is the highlight of your safari! After a briefing, hike into the misty forest in search of a habituated gorilla family. Once located, spend one unforgettable hour in their presence, observing their behavior and absorbing the magic of this encounter.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs / Buhoma Lodge
Day 7: Bwindi – Entebbe – Departure
Drive Time: Approx. 7–8 hours / or optional flight
After breakfast, start your journey back to Entebbe with lunch en route. Depending on your flight time, enjoy a visit to the Uganda Equator line for photos and souvenir shopping. Transfer to the airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
End of Safari
Tour Includes
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Full board accommodation on safari
- Park entrance fees
- Gorilla/Chimpanzee Trekking Permit
- Transport in fully kitted 4x4 safari Land Cruiser
- A professional English speaking driver/guide
- Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
- All Government Taxes/VAT
- Bottled mineral water
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips
- Personal items
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees