Trip Facts
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Safari Lodge
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All seasons
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Fully guided
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All meals
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Available
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Landcruiser/minivans
Overview
This Uganda safari itinerary includes gorilla trekking in Bwindi, two wildlife safaris, a boat excursion on the Kazinga Channel, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, and a community experience. A professional tour guide will accompany you on this journey, which includes one night in Entebbe/Kampala, two nights in Bwindi, two nights in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and one night in Kibale.
Highlights
- Activities: game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & boat trip
- Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
- Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Itinerary
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Park fees
- (For non-residents)
- Gorilla permits
- (One per person, non-resident)
- Chimp permits
- (One per person, non-resident)
- All activities
- (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation
- (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation
- (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals
- (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks
- (As specified in the day-by-day section)
The Cost Excludes
- International flights
- (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Personal items
- (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The tour typically includes gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, accommodation, meals, park entry fees, gorilla and chimpanzee permits, transportation in a 4×4 vehicle, and the services of a professional guide. International flights, visa fees, and personal expenses are usually not included.
This tour offers a diverse wildlife experience. In addition to mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, you can expect to see:
- In Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: Mountain gorillas, various primates, and a range of bird species.
- In Kibale National Park: Chimpanzees, other primates like red colobus monkeys, and over 300 bird species.
- In Queen Elizabeth National Park: The Big Four (lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards), hippos, crocodiles, and tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector.
Both treks can be physically challenging. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi involves hiking through dense forest and steep, uneven terrain, which can take anywhere from 2 to 8 hours. Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale involves walking through the forest for several hours, often at a brisk pace. A moderate level of fitness is recommended for both activities, and porters are available for hire to assist with carrying your gear.
Essential items include sturdy hiking boots, lightweight long-sleeved clothing, a rain jacket, insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat, gloves (for gripping vegetation during the treks), and a daypack for carrying water and snacks. Binoculars and a camera with a good zoom lens are also recommended. For game drives, comfortable clothing in neutral colors is advisable.
The best time to visit for gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, as well as game viewing, is during the dry seasons: June to September and December to February. During these months, the trails are less muddy, and wildlife is more easily spotted. The wet seasons (March to May and October to November) can make trekking more challenging due to slippery trails, but the landscape is lush and vibrant, and there are fewer tourists.
