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4-Day Gorillas and Chimpanzees Trekking Safari in Uganda
Overview
Discover Uganda’s incredible primate wildlife on this 4-day safari featuring chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park, mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and a scenic canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi. Enjoy beautiful landscapes, optional cultural experiences, and encounters with diverse forest wildlife before crossing into Rwanda. The safari starts in Kampala, Uganda, and ends in Kigali, Rwanda.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer from Kampala to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, depart from Kampala and travel westwards through Uganda’s scenic countryside toward Kibale National Park. Enjoy views of rolling hills, rural communities, plantations, and beautiful landscapes along the way. Stop for lunch en route before continuing to Kibale, near the magnificent Rwenzori Mountains, also known as the Mountains of the Moon.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a guided nature walk around the crater lakes region or an optional community visit to experience the local culture and way of life.
Later, check in at your lodge, relax, and enjoy dinner as you prepare for the following day’s chimpanzee trekking adventure.
Main Destination: Kibale National Park
Accommodation: Kibale Eco-Home
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After an early breakfast, head to the briefing point in Kibale National Park for your chimpanzee trekking experience. Following a briefing by the park guides, enter the tropical rainforest in search of a habituated chimpanzee community.
Kibale is one of Africa’s best destinations for chimpanzee tracking and is home to a remarkable diversity of primates. During the trek, learn about chimpanzee behaviour, feeding habits, and conservation while looking out for other primates, colourful birds, and fascinating forest vegetation.
After the trek, enjoy lunch before travelling south-west towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Take in the changing scenery as you pass through Uganda’s countryside and rural communities. Depending on the route, you may pass through or near Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Arrive at your lodge in the Rushaga sector of Bwindi in the evening. Check in, enjoy dinner, and rest in preparation for the mountain gorilla trekking experience.
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
After an early breakfast, proceed to the designated briefing point in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Park officials will explain the trekking guidelines before you enter the rainforest with experienced guides and trackers in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.
The trek may take approximately 2–6 hours or longer, depending on the gorillas’ location, terrain, and forest conditions. Although the hike can be physically demanding, the opportunity to observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat makes it an extraordinary experience. Once the gorillas are located, you will spend the permitted viewing time observing their behaviour and interactions.
Carry a packed lunch, as the trekking duration can vary.
After the trek, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, renowned for its peaceful waters, beautiful islands, and terraced hills. Upon arrival, check in at your accommodation and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. Depending on your interests and available time, optional activities include birdwatching, community walks, and nature walks along the lakeshore.
Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation: Bunyonyi Overland
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Canoe Ride on Lake Bunyonyi and Transfer to Kigali, Rwanda
After breakfast, enjoy a guided traditional canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi. Paddle across the calm waters while admiring the scenic islands, surrounding hills, and local communities. Your guide may share insights into the lake’s history, local traditions, and birdlife.
After the canoe ride, begin your road transfer to Kigali, Rwanda, crossing the Uganda–Rwanda border. Ensure that you have a valid passport and meet the applicable entry requirements.
Enjoy lunch en route, depending on your travel arrangements, before continuing to Kigali. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at Kigali International Airport or your preferred hotel, marking the end of your 4-day Uganda gorilla and chimpanzee trekking safari.
Main Destination: Kigali, Rwanda
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Safari Inclusions
- Park entrance fees for non-residents, as specified in the package.
- Mountain gorilla trekking permit.
- Chimpanzee trekking permit.
- Accommodation for three nights, as specified in the itinerary.
- Professional driver-guide.
- Transportation throughout the safari.
- Activities listed as included in the itinerary.
- Airport transfers, as specified in the booking arrangements.
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
- Drinking water during the safari.
- Applicable taxes and VAT.
Safari Exclusions
- International flights to and from your home country.
- Accommodation before the safari and after its conclusion.
- Optional activities not included in the package.
- Tips and gratuities; a suggested guideline is US$10 per person per day.
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, and travel insurance.
- Visa fees and applicable cross-border documentation costs.
- Any government-imposed increases in taxes or park fees.
- Meals, drinks, and services not specifically listed as included.
- Starting point: Kampala, Uganda.
- Ending point: Kigali, Rwanda,
