Uganda: 6-Day Uganda Primates and Wildlife Group Tour

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ID: GYG1066745-1638785
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Country: Uganda

Duration: 6 days


Description

Embark on a thrilling safari in Uganda. Trek through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to see mountain gorillas, spot wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and trek to see chimpanzees in Kibale Forest.
Embark on a gorilla safari in Uganda, trekking through the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in search of rare and endangered mountain gorillas. Drive through Ishasha, home to climbing lions, and continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its rich biodiversity.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast before heading to your next destination. Check in at your hotel for lunch and relax by the lakeside. Alternatively, enjoy a majestic boat ride under a breathtaking sunset, continuing to the Batwa Pygmies for a true African experience.

Begin your gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, hiking through thick forests in search of gorillas. After breakfast, journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Learn about these fascinating creatures from your guide during a game drive.

Spot other wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, kobs, topi, waterbucks, and various bird species. Enjoy the stunning scenery of ridges, forests, and crater lakes with the Rwenzori Mountains in the background.

After experiencing the wildlife, head to Kibale Forest National Park for chimpanzee trekking. After an early breakfast, receive a briefing from the Kibale National Park offices about the rules and requirements for tracking chimpanzees. After the briefing, be given walking sticks and led into the forest to find the primates.

Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park takes between 2 to 5 hours. It is a different experience from gorilla trekking because chimps are more vocal and prefer spending most of their time on top of trees. They are also more mobile and might require you to follow them for a long time before they settle down to allow good photography.

Return to your hotel for lunch and rest. Later in the evening, go for a walk around the Bigodi swamp to spot other primates and several species of birds.

After breakfast, transfer to Kampala and proceed to Entebbe International Airport for your flight back home, stopping for lunch at the Equator monument.

Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of trekking through the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • See the rare and endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
  • Spot tree-climbing lions and other wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Enjoy a boat ride under a breathtaking sunset on a serene lake
  • Trek through Kibale Forest National Park to see chimpanzees in the wild

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Gorilla trekking can be physically demanding
Chimpanzees are more vocal and mobile than gorillas
Tree climbing lions can be seen in Ishasha
The activity involves walking through thick forests
INCLUDED
  • Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park
  • Boat ride under a breathtaking sunset
  • Visit to the Batwa Pygmies
  • Bigodi swamp walk
NOT INCLUDED
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.