Uganda Primate Safari: 7 Days with Gorillas & Chimpanzees
Embark on a primate-focused safari in Uganda, where you'll have the unique opportunity to encounter both chimpanzees and gorillas in their natural habitats.
Overview
Explore Uganda through a focused primate safari combining chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park with gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Travel from the forests of Kibale to the jungles of Bwindi, with time to encounter chimpanzees and mountain gorillas in their natural habitats. This seven-day journey is built around two of Uganda’s signature primate experiences.
Trip at a glance 7 days
Route: Bwindi National Park → Entebbe → Kibale National Park → Safaris in Uganda
- Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe | Welcome to Uganda
- Day 2: Entebbe to Kibale National Park | Into the Primate Forest
- Day 3: Kibale National Park | Chimpanzee Tracking
- Day 4: Kibale to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Journey to Gorilla Country
- Day 5: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Gorilla Trekking
- Day 6: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Second Gorilla Trekking Experience
- Day 7: Bwindi | Departure from Uganda
Full Itinerary
Arrival in Entebbe | Welcome to Uganda
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and meet your team for a transfer to your hotel. Settle in and rest before beginning your primate-focused journey through Uganda.
Entebbe to Kibale National Park | Into the Primate Forest
Travel to Kibale National Park, known for its chimpanzees and other primates. Arrive at your lodge or campsite near the park and settle into the forest surroundings ahead of your chimpanzee experience.
Kibale National Park | Chimpanzee Tracking
Head into Kibale National Park for a day of chimpanzee tracking. Follow these intelligent primates through their natural forest habitat and experience one of the key highlights of your Uganda journey.
Kibale to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Journey to Gorilla Country
Leave Kibale and continue towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive and settle into your lodge or campsite near the park, surrounded by the forest environment that will be the setting for your gorilla trekking experiences.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Gorilla Trekking
Begin your gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi. Enter the forest in search of mountain gorillas and spend time observing them in their natural habitat.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | Second Gorilla Trekking Experience
Continue your gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi with another opportunity to observe these remarkable primates up close. The day provides another forest-based encounter with the gorillas.
Bwindi | Departure from Uganda
After breakfast, begin your transfer to the departure point for your journey home, bringing your primate-focused Uganda safari to an end.
What's Included
Included & not included 5 included
Included
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation as specified
- Ground transportation for all transfers and activities
- Permits for chimpanzee tracking and gorilla trekking
- Expert guides for primate tracking experiences
Destinations
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this itinerary be customised?
Yes, every trip can be tailored to your dates, budget and interests.
How do I book, and what deposit is needed?
Reserve a departure on the website or send us an inquiry for a customized engagment and payment link.
Do I need a visa and vaccinations?
Most visitors need an East African Tourist Visa and a yellow fever certificate.
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