Overview
Discover Uganda’s extraordinary natural beauty on a six-day adventure combining mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest and shoebill birdwatching at Mabamba Wetland. Explore lush tropical rainforests, encounter fascinating primates in their natural habitats and experience the rich birdlife and community traditions of Uganda. This private safari offers an unforgettable journey into the country’s remarkable biodiversity, making it an ideal extension to a Kenya safari.
Highlights
- Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest.
- Shoebill stork excursion at Mabamba Wetland.
- Guided nature walk at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.
- Opportunity to experience local community culture.
- Scenic journey through Uganda's countryside.
- Return flight from the Bwindi region to Entebbe.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your private safari driver-guide and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to relax at the lodge or explore one of Entebbe's attractions, such as the Botanical Gardens, Uganda Wildlife Education Centre or Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary. These activities should be arranged according to your available time and any additional costs.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Entebbe.
Meal plan: Dinner
Accommodation: Standard, mid-range or luxury hotel.
Begin the day with an excursion to Mabamba Wetland, a renowned birding destination on the shores of Lake Victoria. Explore its papyrus channels by canoe with a local guide in search of the distinctive shoebill stork, alongside other wetland bird species.
After the excursion, continue westwards through Uganda's countryside towards Kibale National Park. Enjoy lunch en route and take in the changing landscapes as you approach the tropical rainforest.
Arrive at your lodge and spend the evening relaxing in preparation for the following day's chimpanzee tracking experience.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Standard, mid-range or luxury lodge.
After breakfast, head to Kibale Forest for a guided chimpanzee tracking experience. Accompanied by experienced local guides, explore the rainforest in search of chimpanzees and observe their behaviour in their natural environment.
In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, an important community-based conservation area known for its rich birdlife, vegetation and primates. Enjoy a guided nature walk and learn about local conservation and community initiatives.
Depending on arrangements, a community visit can provide additional insight into the traditions and daily lives of residents.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Standard, mid-range or luxury lodge.
After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, travelling through the scenic landscapes of southwestern Uganda.
Enjoy views of rolling hills, rural villages and verdant countryside along the journey. There will be opportunities for suitable stops along the way, depending on travel time and road conditions.
Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi and spend the remainder of the day relaxing. Your guide will help you prepare for the following morning's gorilla trekking adventure.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Standard, mid-range or luxury lodge.
Today brings one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife encounters: mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
After an early breakfast, proceed to the designated park headquarters for registration and a briefing by the park rangers. Accompanied by experienced trackers, enter the forest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.
Trekking conditions and duration vary according to the gorillas' location. Once the group is found, you will have a strictly regulated period to observe these remarkable animals in their natural habitat.
Later, enjoy a Batwa cultural experience, subject to arrangements and availability. Learn about Batwa heritage, traditional forest knowledge and cultural practices through a locally guided visit.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Standard, mid-range or luxury lodge
After breakfast, transfer to the appropriate airstrip in the Bwindi region for your scheduled flight to Entebbe International Airport.
Enjoy aerial views of Uganda's varied landscapes before connecting with your onward international flight.
Your six-day Uganda primate adventure concludes with unforgettable memories of gorillas, chimpanzees, rainforest biodiversity and local culture.
Meal plan: Breakfast
Departure: Entebbe International Airport.
Includes and Excludes
Package Inclusions
- Meet-and-greet service on arrival.
- Airport transfers as specified.
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle and English-speaking driver-guide.
- Five nights of accommodation in the selected category.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary.
- One mountain gorilla trekking permit per person.
- One Kibale chimpanzee tracking permit per person.
- Mabamba Wetland shoebill excursion.
- Bigodi Wetland walk or community visit.
- Batwa cultural experience, as arranged.
- Park fees for the included activities.
- En-route lunches as specified.
- One-way scheduled flight from the Bwindi region to Entebbe.
- Drinking water during the safari.
- Applicable government taxes as specified in the supplier quotation.
Package Exclusions
- International flights.
- Visas and other required travel documentation.
- Personal travel insurance and medical expenses.
- Optional activities not specified as included.
- Additional meals and drinks not listed in the itinerary.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Personal expenses, souvenirs and other items of a personal nature.
- Any services not specifically listed under inclusions.
