Uganda · Primate Tours

7-Day Uganda Gorilla Trek and Wildlife Safari with Chimp Tracking

7 Days Round trip from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Track white rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
  • 02 Enjoy the view of Murchison Falls from the top as the River Nile forces through a narrow gorge
  • 03 Take a game drive safari in Murchison Falls National Park to spot big game in the savanna grassland
  • 04 Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest and watch them feeding in their natural habitat
  • 05 Search for the famous tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector
  • 06 Trek through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to meet a family of endangered mountain gorillas

This 7-day Uganda gorilla trek, chimpanzee, and wildlife safari takes you to some of the country's top tourism attractions. Explore the savanna landscapes of Murchison Falls National Park, continue to Kibale Forest, home to chimpanzees, and pass through Queen Elizabeth National Park with a game drive in the Ishasha sector to search for tree-climbing lions. The journey ends with a gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, while also offering the chance to cross the Equator twice and enjoy a rewarding blend of nature, culture, and wildlife adventures.

This is one of the most exhilarating wildlife experiences, where you'll trek through dense jungle to meet a family of mountain gorillas.

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 Not applicable
Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Transfer to Murchison Falls with Rhino Tracking at Ziwa

  • Morning: After breakfast, depart for Murchison Falls National Park.
  • Stop en route at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a chance to track and view the white rhinos in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, continue your journey to Murchison Falls and stop at the top of the falls for breathtaking views of the powerful Murchison Falls, where the Nile River crashes through a narrow gorge.
  • Arrive at your lodge for check-in.

Overnight: PAKUBA SAFARI LODGE

Meal Plan: All meals included.

2
Day 02

Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise to the Falls Base

  • Early morning: Begin the day with a game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. Look out for the
3
Day 03

Journey to Kibale Forest National Park

  • Morning: Depart for Kibale Forest National Park, known for its rich biodiversity of primates, including a large chimpanzee population.
  • Afternoon: Arrive in Kibale Forest and check in to your lodge.
  • Evening: Relax and enjoy the surrounding forest environment.

Overnight: BWEZA KIBALE LODGE

Meal Plan: All meals included.

4
Day 04

Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth

  • Morning: Go for chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest. This experience allows you to track chimps through the forest, where you'll get a chance to observe them in their natural habitat, with luck to see other primates including red colobus and mangabeys. Later, return to the lodge for lunch.
  • Afternoon: After lunch, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in the early evening. Dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight: BUSH LODGE

Meal Plan: All meals included.

5
Day 05

Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha Game Drive

  • Morning: After breakfast, travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the famous home of endangered mountain gorillas.
  • Afternoon: Enjoy an en route game drive in the Ishasha sector to search for the famous tree-climbing lions.
  • Continue your journey to Bwindi and arrive in the early evening.

Overnight at: RIDE FOR A WOMAN GUEST HOUSE.

Meal Plan: All meals included.

6
Day 06

Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Community Walk

  • Morning: Attend an early morning briefing before embarking on a gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This is one of the most exhilarating wildlife experiences, where you'll trek through dense jungle to meet a family of mountain gorillas.
  • In the afternoon, go on a community walk to visit local villages, learn about traditional life, and interact with the local Batwa people.

Overnight at: RIDE FOR A WOMAN GUEST HOUSE.

Meal Plan: All meals included.

7
Day 07

Return to Entebbe with Equator Stop

  • In the morning after breakfast, you will set off on the journey to Entebbe town with a stop for lunch and at the Equator for shopping.
  • Reach Entebbe in the evening. You will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport for check-in for your onward flight. Dropped at your hotel.

End of Safari.

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Where this trip takes you

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest 7 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport: In a 4x4 safari vehicle with a roof hatch for easy photography
  • Accommodation: Standard (2-3 star) lodges and hotels (twin/double sharing)
  • Tour Guide: Professional guide for the duration of the tour
  • Gorilla trekking permit: One permit per person
  • Chimpanzee trekking permit: One permit per person
  • Park entrance fees: To all mentioned parks (Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP, Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi Forest NP)
  • Activities: All mentioned activities in the itinerary, including boat cruise, game drives, cultural and community tours, and trekking
  • Meals: As mentioned in the itinerary (all meals included)
  • Water: Bottled drinking water during the tour
  • Government taxes

What's Not Included

  • Flights: Domestic and international flights
  • Visa: Uganda visa fees
  • Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance
  • Tipping: For guides, drivers, and park staff
  • Personal expenses: Drinks, telephone calls, internet, shopping, etc.
  • Optional activities: As mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

  • Rain jacket
  • Closed walking shoes
  • Insect repellent
  • Light clothes
  • Long pants and long-sleeved shirts
  • A pair of binoculars
  • Camera with enough batteries and memory cards
  • English charging plugs for use in Uganda
  • Sun cream
  • Hat
  • Hand gloves
  • Mouth mask

Know before you go

  • Gorilla trekking activity is subject to the availability of gorilla permits, which must be booked early in advance, as soon as you confirm your trip.
  • Tour category: Private tour.
  • Transportation included: 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with an open roof for easy photography.
  • Accommodation: Standard 2-3 star lodges/hotels as mentioned in the itinerary.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kampala Hotel/ Entebbe Hotel
Tour start
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $3,639.00 — $4,972.00
Double Sharing $3,639.00 — $4,972.00

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