Rwanda, Uganda · Safari

5-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimp Safari with Kazinga Channel Cruise

5 Days Round trip from Kampala Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Chimp trekking in the beautiful jungle of Kalinzu Forest
  • 02 Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel to spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birds
  • 03 Game drive in Ishasha to look for Queen Elizabeth National Park's tree-climbing lions
  • 04 Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the mountain gorillas
  • 05 Visit stunning Lake Bunyonyi for its lush terraced hills and vivid bird species

Explore Uganda's unique wildlife and forests on a 5-day safari through Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kalinzu Forest, and Lake Bunyonyi. Look for tree-climbing lions, topis, and buffaloes in Ishasha, trek through the jungle for chimpanzees and mountain gorillas, and enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel to spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birds along the shores. The journey also includes the scenic beauty of Lake Bunyonyi, known for its lush terraced hills and vivid bird species.

The trek takes you through the jungle to the point where the gorillas are, and you get to spend one hour with them.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Masaka, Kigali, Mbarara, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Meet your Ugandan safari guide in the morning and drive out of Kampala to begin your Gorillas & Chimps safari.

  • Stop at the equator for the experience of standing with one foot on either side of the line.

  • Continue to the town of Mbarara for lunch before proceeding to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

  • Spend a relaxed evening enjoying the view from the lodge.

2
Day 02

Chimp Trekking in Kalinzu Forest and Kazinga Channel Cruise

  • In the morning, your guide will escort you to Kalinzu Forest for your chimp trekking experience. Hike through the beautiful jungle and meet the chimps ahead of you.

  • Return from the trek and transfer to your lodge for lunch.

  • Set off on a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel in the afternoon. This two-hour boat ride gives you the chance to look for hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birds along the shores.

3
Day 03

Ishasha Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi

  • Set off for the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park after breakfast. Ishasha is known for its tree-climbing lions, and the game drive here also gives you the chance to see topis and buffaloes.

  • After the game drive, continue your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the mountain gorillas.

4
Day 04

Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi

  • Start your morning by setting off for gorilla trekking with your tour guide. The trek takes you through the jungle to the point where the gorillas are, and you get to spend one hour with them.

  • After trekking, proceed to stunningly beautiful Lake Bunyonyi and admire its lush terraced hills and vivid bird species.

5
Day 05

Transfer to Kampala or Kigali

  • After breakfast, begin the journey back to Kampala.

  • Stop along the way for lunch in Mbarara or Masaka, depending on the time.

  • Reach the end of your Gorilla & Chimps safari as your guide drops you off in Kampala, Entebbe, or at Kigali Airport.

Kalinzu Forest chimp trekking, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla habitat

Where this trip takes you

Kalinzu Forest chimp trekking, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla habitat

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kampala 8 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport transfers to and from the airport

  • Ground transport

  • Gorilla permits per person

  • English-speaking Uganda driver/guide

  • Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary

  • Meals as described in the itinerary

  • Bottled mineral water in the vehicle

  • Entrance fees and ranger fees for national parks

  • Activities mentioned in the program

  • Chimp trekking permits per person

What's Not Included

  • International flights

  • Visas

  • Any optional activities

  • Meals and drinks not mentioned above

  • Items of a personal nature

  • Tips

Know before you go

Requirements for this safari:

  • Yellow fever vaccination card.

  • Gorilla trekking permits.

  • Chimpanzee trekking permits.

  • Travel & health insurance.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kampala, Uganda
Tour start
Kampala, Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Kampala.

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