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7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee safari in Uganda

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Overview

Available languages

English

168 hours

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It's the incredible variety. You'll trek with gorillas in Bwindi's rainforest, witness chimpanzees in Kibale's primate paradise, and then explore the savanna wonders of Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls. From intimate gorilla encounters to thrilling boat safaris on the Kazinga Channel and the Nile, this is Uganda at its most diverse and captivating.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Private transportation

park entry fess

WiFi on board

chimpanzee permit

all accommodation

Air-conditioned vehicle

gorilla pemit fee

activities not mentioned in the itinerary

air fares and visa charges

items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls , and buying sourvenirs

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Entebbe Airport

Entebbe Uganda

What To Expect

Day 1

Day 1: pick up from the hotel and transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national park

Accommodations

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

Food and Drinks

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Our driver will pick you up from the airport and take you for meals according to the time of your arrival to one of the hotels in Kampala. You will then leave for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park which is known as a great home for gorillas. A brief stop at the Equator allows time for photographs and refreshments as well a visit to the craft shops. The journey affords views from the vehicle of the long horned Ankole cattle, in Mbarara, the rolling hills, terraced landscapes and the beautiful panorama of Kabale. We have a lunch break en route in Mbarara. Then Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable park and arrive in the evening.

10 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 2

Day 2: Encountering Gorillas, Journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodations

Bush Lodge

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

An early start with breakfast prepares you for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. After a briefing at park headquarters, you'll embark on a trek (2-7 hours) to find a habituated gorilla family. The emotional encounter, limited to one hour for conservation, will be a highlight of your journey. Following lunch, enjoy a scenic village walk along the ridge, offering stunning views of the north and the Virunga volcanoes in the south. Then, a 3-hour drive takes you to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening game drive, where you'll spot elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, and more, before settling into your lodge

8 hours • Admission Included
Day 3

Day 3: Queen Elizabeth Game Drive & Kibale Transfer

Accommodations

Kibale Forest Camp

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Rise early for a thrilling morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Encounter herds of elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas. With over 500 bird species, including Black bee-eaters, kingfishers, and raptors, it's a birdwatcher's paradise. Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation before an afternoon transfer to Kibale National Park, arriving in the late evening

6 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 4

Day 4: Trekking with Chimpanzees & Discovering Bigodi Swamp

Accommodations

Kibale Forest Camp

Food and Drinks

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Kibale National Park

Begin your day with an early breakfast and an exciting guided nature walk through Kibale's rainforest. Search for playful chimpanzees, vibrant red-tailed monkeys, and elegant colobus monkeys. Depending on your chosen activity, enjoy an afternoon exploring the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a haven for birdlife and a cultural hub. Immerse yourself in local traditions in Bigodi village before returning to your lodge for dinner and rest

8 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 5

Day 5: Road to Murchison Falls: A Scenic Transfer

Accommodations

Fort Murchison

Food and Drinks

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Murchison Falls National Park

After a 6:30 AM breakfast, depart for Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through woodlands and savannah grasslands, arriving at your chosen accommodation. Settle in for lunch and a relaxing afternoon, culminating in a visit to the breathtaking top of Murchison Falls

6 hours • Admission Included
Day 6

Day 6: Discovering Murchison Falls: Game Drive & Nile Cruise

Accommodations

Fort Murchison

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Murchison Falls National Park

An early start with a light snack prepares you for a 6:30 AM sunrise game drive on the Nyamsika Plateau. Encounter herds of buffalo, Rothschild's giraffes, Uganda kobs, hartebeests, and waterbucks, with chances to spot warthogs, bush pigs, and predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas. Along the Nile, crocodiles and hippos abound, while birdwatchers will delight in sightings of goliath herons, Egyptian geese, kingfishers, and the elusive shoebill stork. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, embark on a boat trip up the Victoria Nile to the base of Murchison Falls. Disembark for a short hike to the top of the falls, where your vehicle awaits

10 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 7

Day 7: Journey from Murchison, Rhino Tracking at Ziwa

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

After a leisurely breakfast, check out of your lodge and meet your guide for the drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Embark on a rhino tracking experience before continuing your journey back to Kampala. Enjoy lunch en route, either at Ziwa or a pre-selected location, arriving in Kampala by evening

3 hours • Admission Included

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7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee safari in Uganda

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  • Safari of a lifetime

    zebrasafarilodgekidb,

    Sep 13, 2023

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Rick was very helpful and only a phone call away from the initil contact, as he designed an itinerary and all the way throughout the safari, the driver cosmos was good too, everything was seamless and on point. I woould recommend Beautiful Safaris Uganda. I will definatley book with them for my next year's (2024) safari

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