5day Uganda Primate And Chimpanzee Tracking Safari
These 5 days Uganda primate safari is an exceptional adventure that takes you to Kibale National Park also known as the primate’s capital where you will have an opportunity to spend time with the chimpanzees and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park known for its ultimate gorilla experience where you will be able to spend time with the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Your journey will begin with a scenic drive from Entebbe or
Kampala to Kibale Forest National Park, passing lush tea
plantations and traditional villages. Stop for lunch in Fort Portal,
then continue to your lodge near the forest. Check in, relax, and
take in the cool, forested surroundings. Kibale is home to the
highest concentration of chimpanzees in East Africa, making it a
prime location for primate lovers. Enjoy dinner at the lodge as you
prepare for your chimp trekking adventure the next morning.
Accommodation: Kibale frorest camp/Kibale tourist lodge/Kibale
guest cottages.
Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a
briefing before beginning your chimpanzee trek. Venture into the
forest with expert guides to track and observe chimps as they play,
feed, and communicate in their natural habitat. After lunch back at
the lodge, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-managed
conservation area known for its rich biodiversity. Enjoy a guided
walk through the swamp, where you may spot monkeys, birds, and
learn about local culture. Return to the lodge for dinner and
overnight stay.
Accommodation: Kibale frorest camp/Kibale tourist lodge/Kibale
guest cottages.
Meal plan: Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner
Depart Kibale after breakfast and travel south toward Bwindi,
home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. The
drive offers incredible views of Uganda’s countryside, crater lakes,
and the Kigezi Highlands. Break for lunch along the way. Arrive at
your lodge near Bwindi in the afternoon or early evening. Check in,
relax, and prepare for one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife
experiences—gorilla trekking—the next day. Enjoy dinner and
overnight in the misty forest surroundings.
Accommodation: Rushaga safari lodge/Buhoma lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Begin your day with an early breakfast and head to the park offices
for a gorilla trekking briefing. Trek through thick rainforest led by
experienced rangers to locate a habituated gorilla family. Once
found, spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants
up close. Watch them feed, groom, and interact in their natural
environment. Return to the lodge for lunch and a restful afternoon.
Optional community visits or forest walks can be arranged
depending on your energy level. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation: Rushaga safari lodge/Buhoma lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast,you will check out and begin the return journey to
Entebbe or Kampala. Enjoy Uganda’s scenic beauty one last time
as you travel through hills and farmlands. Stop for lunch en route
and visit the Uganda Equator for photos and souvenirs.
You’ll arrive in the late afternoon or early evening, with drop-off at
your hotel or Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of an
unforgettable primate trekking adventure.
Accommodation : Not available
Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner
- Accommodation on Full Board
- English speaking guide
- Transport in a Safari Van
- Meals en route
- Park entry fees
- Gorilla &Chimpanzee permitts
- Bottled Drinking water
- Domestics and International Flights
- Visa fees
- Alcoholic Drinks
- Tips
- Personal expenses
African Sacred Ibis Adventures is not liable for any expenses or losses incurred from clients purchasing flight tickets or making individual travel arrangements prior to receiving official confirmation of the trip and verified flight details from our team.
