4-Day Chimpanzee Trekking and Safari Adventure in Kibale and Queen Elizabeth National Parks
Highlights
Kibale National Park, Kampala, Queen Elizabeth National Park
boating, walking, Wildlife
Private Tour
4 Days
Easy
English, French
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 4-day safari adventure through Uganda’s Kibale National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Begin with thrilling chimpanzee trekking in the lush forests of Kibale, home to one of the largest populations of wild chimpanzees. Explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for additional wildlife encounters and learn about local conservation efforts. Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park for scenic boat cruises along the Kazinga Channel, where you will encounter hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. End your journey with an exciting game drive in the Kasenyi plains, spotting lions, leopards, elephants, and more.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Transfer to Kibale National Park
- Morning: Depart early from Kampala or Entebbe and begin the drive west towards Kibale National Park. Travel through lush countryside, passing tea plantations and the picturesque town of Fort Portal.
- Afternoon: Stop in Fort Portal for lunch, enjoying the beautiful scenery. Continue to the lodge near Kibale National Park.
- Evening: Arrive at the lodge, check-in, and spend the evening at leisure in preparation for the chimpanzee trekking adventure the next day.
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp
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Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk
- Morning: Enjoy an early breakfast and head to the park headquarters for a briefing before starting the chimpanzee trekking experience. Accompanied by expert trackers, trek into the forest in search of habituated chimpanzee groups. Spend one hour observing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat.
- Afternoon: After lunch, embark on an afternoon guided walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. This walk, led by community guides, offers opportunities to spot other primates, birds, and unique plant species, along with insights into local conservation efforts.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp
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Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Afternoon Boat Cruise
- Morning: After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge.
- Afternoon: In the afternoon, take a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. The cruise offers the chance to see large hippo pods, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and a wide variety of birdlife.
- Evening: Return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: The Bush Lodge
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Day 4: Morning Game Drive and Transfer Back to Kampala
- Morning: Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains. Spot lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and numerous antelope species. The sunrise over the savannah provides excellent opportunities for photography.
- Late Morning: After the game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast before beginning the return journey to Kampala or Entebbe.
- Afternoon: Stop for lunch along the way and arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the late afternoon or evening, marking the end of the safari.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: None (End of trip)
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 30 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 30 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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