Uganda · Primate Tours

7-Day Uganda Safari with Gorilla Trekking and Chimpanzees

7 Days Round trip from Entebbe Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience unforgettable gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to 50% of the world's mountain gorillas
  • 02 Explore Kibale Forest for chimpanzee tracking and spot primates like mangabeys and colobus monkeys
  • 03 Enjoy thrilling game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park's Ishasha sector to look for tree-climbing lions
  • 04 Take a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, observing hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and varied bird species

Experience the ultimate 7-day Uganda safari adventure featuring gorilla trekking and diverse wildlife encounters. Journey through lush landscapes as you explore Kibale Forest for chimpanzee tracking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for thrilling game drives and boat cruises, and the world-famous Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience. Visit Lake Bunyonyi for peaceful relaxation and enjoy scenic drives through Uganda's rich biodiversity and natural beauty.

Once located, spend one hour observing these magnificent primates.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Entebbe, Fort Portal, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Entebbe and Hotel Transfer

  • Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where you will be welcomed by an experienced and knowledgeable tour driver-guide.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Entebbe town for an overnight stay and relaxation after your flight.

Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast

2
Day 02

Drive to Kibale Forest and Bigodi Wetland Nature Walk

  • Depart Entebbe and drive to Kibale Forest National Park, approximately six hours away.
  • Pass through Fort Portal town, a scenic area overlooking the Rwenzori Mountains, also known as the Mountains of the Moon.

  • Arrive at Kibale Forest and, in the afternoon, take a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its biodiversity, including various monkey species and birds.

Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

3
Day 03

Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth

  • Begin the day with a chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest, where you will spend the morning observing chimpanzees and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
  • Return to the park headquarters and enjoy lunch.

  • Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in the evening. Check in to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

4
Day 04

Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

  • Start the day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Expect to see lions, elephants, bushbucks, warthogs, and more.
  • Return to the lodge for a late breakfast and relax before lunch.

  • In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its high concentration of hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and numerous bird species.

Accommodation: Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

5
Day 05

Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha Sector

  • After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with an en-route game drive through the Ishasha sector, known for its tree-climbing lions.

  • If you are lucky, spot the lions resting in fig trees and observe other wildlife such as antelopes.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch on the way and continue to Bwindi, arriving in the afternoon.

  • Spend the evening at leisure at the lodge.

Accommodation: Bakiga Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

6
Day 06

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

  • After an early breakfast, attend a gorilla trekking briefing at the park offices.
  • Enter the forest for the trekking experience, which may take between 3 to 6 hours, depending on the gorillas' movement.

  • Once located, spend one hour observing these magnificent primates.

  • After the trek, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Arcadia Cottages - Lake Bunyonyi
Meal Plan: Full Board

7
Day 07

Return to Entebbe for Departure

  • Depart Lake Bunyonyi in the morning for the return journey to Entebbe.
  • Enjoy lunch en route and make stops for shopping and stretching your legs.

  • Arrive in Entebbe in the evening for your departure flight.

End of Safari

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla habitat, Kibale Forest chimpanzees, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Lake Bunyonyi shores

Where this trip takes you

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla habitat, Kibale Forest chimpanzees, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Lake Bunyonyi shores

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Entebbe 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Gorilla trekking permits for Uganda
  • Chimpanzee tracking permits

  • Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel

  • Park entrance fees for all included national parks

  • Game drive safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Full-time English-speaking driver-guide

  • Comfortable 4WD safari vehicle with fuel

  • Accommodation with all meals included

  • All activities mentioned in the itinerary and corresponding entry fees per person

  • Guiding fees

  • Bottled mineral water during the trip

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Meals in Entebbe

  • Visa fees for Uganda

  • Personal medical insurance and emergency evacuation fees

  • Accommodation on the last day of the trip

  • Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, extra beverages, alcoholic drinks, and telephone bills

What to bring

  • Rain jacket or poncho
  • Comfortable hiking shoes

  • Insect repellent

  • Long socks

  • Long-sleeved shirt suitable for safari

  • Long trousers for forest trekking

  • Small backpack or rucksack

  • Hand gloves for gorilla trekking

  • Face mask

  • Jumper or warm clothing for cooler evenings and mornings

  • Gaiters to protect legs during forest hikes

Know before you go

  • Gorilla trekking will take place in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and requires a reasonable level of physical fitness.
  • Gorilla trekking is allowed only for individuals aged 15 years and above.

  • A valid gorilla permit is required and is included in the total cost of the tour.

  • Hiring a porter during the trek is recommended and available at an additional cost.

  • The trekking location within Bwindi Forest will depend on gorilla permit availability, as the forest has four trekking sectors.

  • Accommodation in Bwindi will be arranged based on the sector where the permit is secured.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Entebbe.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $3,078.00 — $4,756.00
Double Sharing $3,078.00 — $4,756.00

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