7-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Expedition
Highlights
Entebbe, Kibale National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
nature, trekking, Wildlife
Private Tour
7 Days
Easy
English, French, German, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Description
Discover Uganda’s most iconic primate destinations on this seven day safari through Kibale National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Trek to see chimpanzees and mountain gorillas, explore the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, and enjoy scenic cross country drives through lush highlands and tropical forests. With cultural options, rich biodiversity and expert guidance, this immersive journey offers unforgettable wildlife encounters across Uganda’s most picturesque regions.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Hotel
- Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and meet your safari guide for a brief orientation.
- Transfer to your hotel and settle in for a relaxed evening.
- Enjoy dinner and prepare for the journey ahead.
Overnight at Best Western Premier Garden Hotel.
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Day 2: Scenic Drive to Kibale National Park
- Enjoy breakfast and begin the western drive towards Kibale Forest.
- Travel through rolling hills, tea plantations and lively rural communities.
- Look out for primates and forest birds along the way.
- Arrive and check in at your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight at Turaco Treetops Lodge.
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Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk
- Start the morning with a guided chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest.
- Observe chimp behaviour and enjoy the forest’s rich biodiversity.
- Return for lunch and a short rest at the lodge.
- Explore the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary with opportunities to see birds, primates and swamp vegetation.
Overnight at Turaco Treetops Lodge.
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Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Have an early breakfast and depart for Bwindi.
- Enjoy scenic views of volcanic landscapes, forests and valleys.
- Arrive at the lodge in time for a late lunch.
- Spend the afternoon relaxing and preparing for gorilla trekking.
Overnight at Rushaga Gorilla Lodge.
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Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
- Begin with an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a briefing.
- Trek into Bwindi’s dense rainforest in search of mountain gorilla families.
- Spend one unforgettable hour observing the gorillas once they are located.
- Return to the lodge for lunch and rest.
- Optional cultural visit to the Batwa community.
Overnight at Rushaga Gorilla Lodge.
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Day 6: Return Drive to Entebbe
- Enjoy breakfast and check out from your lodge.
- Drive north through scenic countryside with a lunch stop en route.
- Arrive in Entebbe in the afternoon and settle into your hotel for the night.
Overnight at Best Western Premier Garden Hotel.
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Day 7: Departure or Optional Excursions
- Have a relaxed breakfast before checking out.
- Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for departure.
- Optional activities include the Mabamba Shoebill excursion, Ngamba Island visit, Lake Victoria fishing trip or an Entebbe city tour.
- End of safari.
What's Included
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What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
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