5 days Uganda Wildlife and gorilla safari is a very rewarding tour excursion with several tourist activities; mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, and Cultural experiences.
Trip Summary
Day 1: Transfer to Kibale Forest NP
Day 2: Day 2: Chimps Tracking and Bigodi Community Visit
Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi Forest Forest
Day 4: Mountain Gorilla Trek and Batwa Pygmies
Day 5: Return to Kampala and Departure
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Kibale Forest NP
You will be picked by our company guide form either a hotel / Entebbe International Airport by 6:30 am for a transfer to Kiabale Forest NP; driving West wards ,enjoy the wonderful views of the country side and Rwenzori ranges, en route stop over at Tooro Palace etc. Upon arrival, take a stride to the beautiful crater lakes region. Dinner and over night at Kyaninga Lodge (Luxury), Primates Lodge Kibale (Midrange) and Kibale Guest Camp (Budget)
Day 2: Chimps Tracking and Bigodi Community Visit
Have breakfast and assemble at Kanyanchu park offices for briefing on chimpanzee tracking exercise before embarking on this wonderful activity. Once found, you will enjoy an hour in their vicinity, observing their behavior while taking photographs and making videos for your memorable experience. Later, in the afternoon, step out for a visit to the Bigodi Sanctuary where you will be rewarded with several bird species inclusive of those endermic to the Albertine Rift. Dinner and over night at Kyaninga Lodge (Luxury), Primates Lodge Kibale (Midrange) and Kibale Guest Camp(Budget)
Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi Forest NP
After your morning breakfast, you will set off for Bwindi Forest NP; driving south west to Kisoro district, take in the beautiful scenery views of the Kigezi Highlands as you head to Lake Bunyonyi – a birders’ paradise. Proceed with your drive to Bwindi NP. Dinner and overnight at Bwindi Jungle (Budget / Midrange,), Chameleon Hill / Mahogany springs (luxury).
Day 4: Mountain Gorilla Trek and Batwa Pygmies
Rise early, enjoy your breakfast and assemble at the park offices for morning briefing on the trekking guidelines before embarking on this wonderful expedition through the thick dense canopy forest of Bwindi. Usually, it takes about 30 minutes to several hours to encounter the mountain gorillas; but once got, enjoy an hour with them before retrieving to the starting point (for Certificates of Participation) before retrieving your lodge. Later in the afternoon, head out for the Batwa pgymies tour for a clearer understanding of their culture. Dinner and overnight at Bwindi Jungle (Budget / Midrange,), Chameleon Hill / Mahogany springs (luxury).
Day 5: Return to Kampala and Departure
Enjoy your breakfast and get ready for your transfer back to Kampala; reaching in the evening for drop off at either a hotel or Entebbe International Airport for departure flight.
END OF TOUR
What is included
Gorilla Permits
Chimpanzee Permit
Visit Bigodi swamp
All Qoutes given are in USD
Full Board Accommodations as per Itinerary – Single, Double and Twin, an extra bed available on request
Bottled Mineral water
4×4 safari vehicle with driver/guide
Park Entrace fees
What is excluded
Tips / Gratitude
Visas
International / domestic Flights
Alcoholic beverages
Laundry
Frequently Asked Questions
A tour in Uganda offers you a safe, friendly country with plenty of wildlife unique to only Ugandan national parks. Gorilla trekking is the couture’s trade mark, and for all tourists who have taken park, a trek to the gorillas in Uganda is incomparable to any adventure- Its magical, emotional, wonderful.
Quick Guide on Bwindi National Park
Bwindi hosts the highest number of mountain gorillas in central and east Africa, with a total number of 13 habituated gorilla families / groups and 2 groups available for gorilla habituation in Rushaga sector of Bwindi forest. Bwindi impenetrable forest is home to numerous other wildlife which you may come across during your trek like forest elephant, chimps, monkeys
All gorilla tours are guided by well trained professional park guides, ready to answer all your questions! All groups of 8 tourists who set out to trek for a gorilla family are escorted
