Uganda · Primate Tours

6-Day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari with Kazinga Cruise

6 Days Round trip from Kampala Road Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Track chimpanzees in Kibale National Park, home to the greatest concentration of primates in East Africa
  • 02 Look for lions, elephants, buffalos, and Ugandan kob on a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • 03 Cruise along the 42 km Kazinga Channel, known for its high concentration of hippos and birds
  • 04 Trek through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a close encounter with a gorilla family
  • 05 Relax at Lake Bunyonyi after your gorilla trekking experience

This 6-day safari takes you from Kampala to Kibale National Park for chimpanzee trekking, on to Queen Elizabeth National Park for wildlife viewing and a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and then to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for mountain gorilla trekking. You will also unwind at Lake Bunyonyi and stop at the Equator on your return journey to Entebbe. Along the way, enjoy opportunities to see primates, birds, and classic Ugandan wildlife, with optional community walks and crater lake views adding to the experience.

If you come across a gorilla family, you will have one hour in their presence.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Fort Portal, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Journey to Kibale National Park

  • After an early morning breakfast, our driver-guide will pick you up and begin the journey to Kibale National Park.
  • This 5-6 hour drive will have you reaching Kibale National Park in the afternoon.
  • Stop over in Fort Portal town for lunch. Upon arrival at Kibale National Park, you can opt for a community walk or visit the beautiful crater lakes region for spectacular views.
  • Return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation Options: Kibale Forest Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

2
Day 02

Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth

  • After an early morning breakfast, you will head to Kanyanchu Tourist Center at 8 am.
  • Receive a briefing on the rules and regulations of chimpanzee tracking.
  • Kibale National Park has the greatest concentration of primates in East Africa, with chimpanzees being the most famous.
  • The trek takes about 2-3 hours.
  • During this time, you will have the opportunity to see various primates, bird species, and other animals.
  • If you encounter chimpanzees, you will have one hour in their presence.
  • After the trek, you will head back to the accommodation for lunch and relaxation.
  • Later in the afternoon, you will hit the road to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Reach late in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation Options: The Bush Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

3
Day 03

Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

  • After an early morning breakfast, our driver-guide will pick you up for a game drive.
  • Enjoy a closer look at lions, elephants, buffalos, and Ugandan kob, among others.
  • Return to your lodge for lunch. Later in the afternoon, go for a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.
  • The 42 km Kazinga Channel joins Lake Edward and Lake George.
  • It offers a high concentration of hippos and birds.
  • After the boat cruise, you will go back to the accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: The Bush Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

4
Day 04

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  • Wake up early for breakfast and get ready for your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
  • This 6-7 hour drive will have you arriving at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the afternoon.
  • Have lunch and relax at your lodge. Alternatively, you may opt for a community walk.

Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

5
Day 05

Gorilla Trekking and Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi

  • After an early morning breakfast, you will head to the park headquarters.
  • Join other trekkers for a briefing on the rules and regulations of gorilla trekking.
  • Enter the thick forest to begin your trekking experience with a ranger.
  • The trek takes about 1-6 hours.
  • If you come across a gorilla family, you will have one hour in their presence.
  • You will surely be amazed by how much these primates and humans have in common.
  • Return to the accommodation for lunch, then set off to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.

Accommodation: Birdnest Resort Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

6
Day 06

Return to Entebbe International Airport

  • After an early morning, relaxed breakfast, you will hit the road.
  • Have lunch en route at Igongo Cultural Center and stop at the Equator for some pictures.
  • Continue your journey to Entebbe International Airport.
  • Arrive in the late afternoon to catch your 18:00 flight back home.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch No Accommodation

Kibale National Park chimps, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla forest, Lake Bunyonyi shores

Where this trip takes you

Kibale National Park chimps, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla forest, Lake Bunyonyi shores

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kampala Road 7 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Gorilla permits
  • Chimpanzee permits
  • Park entry fees
  • Services of an English-speaking guide
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Accommodation
  • All activities listed on the itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Personal travel insurance
  • International flights
  • Personal expenses like alcohol

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Kampala Road.

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