5 days · Uganda
5-day Uganda gorilla and chimpanzee safari
Mountain gorillas in Bwindi, then chimpanzees in Kibale, joined by a scenic drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
An early start with your driver-guide. Stop at the Equator crossing in Kayabwe for photographs, lunch in Mbarara, then drive through the Kigezi hills to your lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 2
After breakfast and the briefing at park headquarters, trek to your gorilla family. The walk can take from about 30 minutes to seven hours. Spend one hour with the gorillas and return for your certificate.
Day 3
Drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, with chances to see wildlife, cross the Equator again near Kikolongo and stop for lunch in Fort Portal before reaching Kibale.
Day 4
Track habituated chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, known as Uganda's primate capital, and take the guided Bigodi Wetland walk for monkeys and birds.
Day 5
Drive back to Entebbe or Kampala for your flight or hotel.
What is included
- Gorilla permit for your date
- Lodging and meals as set out in your quote
- Private vehicle with driver-guide
- Park briefing and ranger guides
- Bottled water on the road
- Chimpanzee trekking permit in Kibale
Not included
- International flights
- Extra nights before or after the trip
- Travel insurance and visa fees
- Personal items and tips
Your quote lists every inclusion for your dates and group size.
How to book this trip
- Send your dates. Use the request form or WhatsApp.
- We check for you. Our office confirms your permit date with the park, normally within 24 hours.
- You receive one quote. Then we secure your permit and plan the rest.
Frequently asked questions
Can I do the chimpanzee habituation experience instead?
Yes. The habituation experience in Kibale lasts longer than a standard trek. Ask us when you request your quote.
How long are the drives?
Day one and day three are long driving days. We add stops and tell you the timings in your quote.
Is the gorilla permit included?
Yes. We buy your permit for your chosen date once we have confirmed it with the park.
Can the dates and lodges be changed?
Yes. Every trip is a starting point, and we adapt it to your dates, group and comfort level.
Ready to trek? Ask for your quote.
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