6-Day Uganda Safari with Chimpanzee and Gorilla Trekking

6-Day Uganda Safari with Chimpanzee and Gorilla Trekking

Overview

Discover Uganda’s remarkable wildlife and scenic landscapes on this 6-day safari with Experiya Tour Company. Trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, track chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge, and explore Queen Elizabeth National Park on exciting game drives. Additionally, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, and experience the beauty of Uganda’s forests, savannahs, and local communities.

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your professional safari guide will warmly welcome you and brief you about your upcoming adventure. Afterwards, transfer to your accommodation in Entebbe and settle in.

Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional guided walk through Entebbe Botanical Gardens or take a short city tour. Later, return to your guesthouse for dinner and relaxation before beginning your journey into Uganda’s wilderness the following day.

Main Destination: Entebbe
Accommodation: Karibu Guesthouse
Meals: Dinner, depending on arrival time

Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, set off for southwestern Uganda, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Along the way, stop at the Equator monument in Kayabwe, where you can take memorable photographs and enjoy a demonstration of the Equator’s unique geographical position.

Continue through Uganda’s beautiful countryside, passing traditional homesteads, cattle ranches, and rolling green hills. Around midday, stop for lunch in Mbarara before proceeding through the scenic highlands towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rich biodiversity and mountain gorillas.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and take time to relax amid the peaceful forest surroundings. Meanwhile, prepare for the following day’s unforgettable gorilla trekking experience.

Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation: Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 3: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Begin your day with an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a briefing by experienced park rangers. During the briefing, learn about gorilla trekking guidelines, safety procedures, and conservation efforts. Afterwards, enter the dense tropical forest with your guides and begin searching for a habituated mountain gorilla family.

As you follow forest trails through lush vegetation, listen for birds and other wildlife while enjoying the beauty of Bwindi’s ancient rainforest. Depending on the gorillas’ movements and the terrain, the trek may take several hours. Once you locate the family, spend one unforgettable hour observing the gorillas as they feed, groom, play, and interact in their natural habitat.

After this remarkable encounter, return to your lodge for lunch and some well-deserved relaxation. In the afternoon, you may choose an optional community walk to discover local traditions, experience cultural performances, and learn about the daily lives of communities living near the forest. Alternatively, relax at the lodge and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation: Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha

After breakfast, depart Bwindi and travel towards Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse wildlife destinations. Along the way, pass through the Ishasha sector, which is famous for its tree-climbing lions.

During your journey, enjoy a wildlife drive through the sector as your guide helps you search for lions resting in fig trees. Although sightings depend on natural conditions, the experience offers an exciting opportunity to explore this unique landscape. You may also spot other wildlife along the way.

Later, stop for lunch before continuing towards the main areas of Queen Elizabeth National Park. As you travel, watch the scenery change from forested highlands to open savannah and acacia-dotted plains.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and spend the rest of the day relaxing in the heart of Uganda’s wilderness. Enjoy dinner and prepare for the following day’s chimpanzee tracking and boat cruise.

Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Pumba Safari Cottages
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kyambura Gorge and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Start your morning with breakfast before heading to Kyambura Gorge for an exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure. Often called the “Valley of the Apes,” this lush forested gorge creates a striking contrast with the surrounding savannah and provides a habitat for chimpanzees and other primates.

Accompanied by experienced guides, venture into the forest in search of chimpanzees. Along the way, learn about their social behaviour, feeding habits, and distinctive calls. You may also encounter other forest wildlife, although sightings depend on natural conditions.

After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, head to the Kazinga Channel for a scenic boat cruise along the waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George.

During the cruise, watch for hippos gathering in the water, Nile crocodiles basking along the banks, and elephants and buffaloes visiting the shoreline. In addition, look out for the many water birds that thrive around the channel. The cruise provides excellent photography opportunities and a different perspective on the park’s rich ecosystem.

Finally, return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination: Kyambura Gorge and Kazinga Channel
Accommodation: Pumba Safari Cottages
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 6: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Entebbe

Rise early for breakfast before heading out for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Explore the open savannah with your guide as you search for elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and, with luck, lions and other predators.

As you explore the park, enjoy the opportunity to observe wildlife in its natural habitat and capture memorable photographs. After the game drive, begin your return journey to Entebbe through Uganda’s scenic countryside.

Along the way, stop for lunch before continuing to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight or to your hotel, depending on your travel arrangements. Please allow sufficient time for the road transfer when booking your international flight.

Your 6-day Uganda safari concludes with unforgettable memories of mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, classic African wildlife, and the country’s spectacular landscapes.

Main Destination: Entebbe
Accommodation: No accommodation (end of tour)
Meals: Breakfast and lunch

End of Safari

Thank you for choosing Experiya Tour Company for your Uganda adventure. We hope your journey has left you with lasting memories of the Pearl of Africa, from intimate encounters with mountain gorillas to thrilling wildlife experiences across Uganda’s remarkable national parks.