6-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari with Rwenzori Hike

Begin your journey with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe.

Drive west through Uganda's beautiful countryside, passing rolling green hills, local communities, tea plantations, and scenic landscapes.

The journey takes approximately 5-6 hours.

Arrive in Fort Portal for lunch before continuing toward Kibale Forest.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a scenic drive around the Ndali-Kasenda crater lakes region or relax at your lodge.

Overnight: Kibale Forest / Fort Portal

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, head to Kibale Forest for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience.

Kibale is famous for its large population of chimpanzees and diverse primates.

During the trek, you may encounter red colobus monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, olive baboons, and numerous forest bird species.

Once you locate a habituated chimpanzee community, enjoy time observing their behavior in their natural habitat.

After lunch, drive approximately 2 hours toward Kasese, with spectacular views of the Rwenzori Mountains appearing on the horizon.

Arrive at your accommodation near the foothills and relax as you prepare for the following day's mountain experience.

Overnight: Kasese / Rwenzori foothills

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, embark on a scenic Rwenzori foothills hike through the lower slopes of the legendary Mountains of the Moon.

Explore forest trails, rushing mountain streams, unique vegetation, and beautiful landscapes while enjoying views toward the dramatic Rwenzori peaks.

After the hike, descend and drive approximately one hour to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

In the afternoon, enjoy a spectacular 2-hour boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.

Watch for large concentrations of hippos, elephants, buffaloes, Nile crocodiles, and numerous waterbirds along the shores.

Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up early for a sunrise game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Explore the Kasenyi Plains in search of lions, elephants, Uganda kobs, buffaloes, warthogs, and other wildlife.

Leopards may also be spotted with some luck.

Continue south toward the famous Ishasha Sector, home to Uganda's iconic tree-climbing lions.

Keep your camera ready as you explore this remote section of the park.

After the game drive, continue through the spectacular Kigezi highlands toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Arrive at your lodge, relax, and prepare for the following day's gorilla trekking adventure.

Overnight: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Buhoma or Ruhija

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After an early breakfast, proceed to the Uganda Wildlife Authority briefing point for your mountain gorilla trekking experience.

Meet your ranger guides and begin your trek through the ancient Bwindi rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family.

The trek can take several hours depending on the location of the gorillas.

Once you find the family, you will have a memorable opportunity to observe these incredible endangered primates in their natural habitat, following the official trekking guidelines.

After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.

In the afternoon or evening, you may choose an optional Batwa cultural experience or community walk, offering an opportunity to learn more about the local communities and support community-based tourism.

Overnight: Bwindi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, begin your journey back toward Kampala or Entebbe.

Travel through the beautiful rolling hills of Kigezi and the countryside of southwestern Uganda.

Along the way, stop at the Uganda Equator for photographs, souvenirs, and lunch.

Continue toward Kampala or Entebbe for your final drop-off, marking the end of your 6-day Uganda gorilla, chimpanzee, wildlife, and Rwenzori adventure.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch