4-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Safari in Bwindi and Kibale National Parks
Highlights
Kibale National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
nature, safari, Wildlife
Private Tour
4 Days
Hard
English, French
Description
Experience a 4-day express safari through Uganda’s iconic Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale National Park, designed for travelers seeking remarkable primate encounters in a short time. Track endangered mountain gorillas in the dense Bwindi forest and chimpanzees in the lush Kibale rainforest. Enjoy scenic drives, cultural experiences with the Bigodi community, and comfortable accommodations throughout.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Pick up from the Airport and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Meet your safari guide from Safari Vacations and Travel Services upon arrival at the airport.
Receive a briefing about your safari as you embark on a journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Drive approximately 4 hours from Kigali or 8-9 hours from Entebbe.
Check in at your lodge upon arrival for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation Options:
Budget: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
Upgrade: Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Meal Plan: Dinner
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Day 2: Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Kibale National Park
- Wake up early for breakfast and check out of the lodge.
Proceed to the park headquarters with your packed lunch for a pre-trekking briefing.
Join a group of eight and follow your ranger guide into the forest to track the gorillas.
Spend one hour with the gorillas, observing and photographing them.
Return to the starting point and embark on a scenic transfer to Kibale National Park.
Arrive in the evening, check in at your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation Options:
Budget: Kibale Forest Lodge
Upgrade: Traco Treetops Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park and Bigodi Swamp Walk
- Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters with your packed lunch.
Attend a briefing on trekking protocols and chimpanzee behavior.
Set out with guides to track chimpanzees and observe other primates within the forest.
Spend one hour with the chimpanzees taking photos and learning about their habits.
Return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation.
In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided swamp walk to encounter primates, birds, and learn about local conservation efforts.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation Options:
Budget: Kibale Forest Lodge
Upgrade: Traco Treetops Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Transfer Back to Kigali or Entebbe
- Have a relaxed breakfast at the lodge.
Check out and begin the journey back to either Kigali or Entebbe.
Enjoy lunch en route during the scenic drive.
Upon arrival, your safari guide will bid you farewell, marking the end of your 4-Day Express Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Safari.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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