9 Days Uganda - Visiting Gorillas And Chimpanzees Tour

You arrive at Entebbe International Airport, your gateway to the diverse beauty of Uganda! This is the country of adventurous mountain gorilla and chimp trekking, stunning wildlife safaris, amazing road trips and wilderness adventures by boat, bike, horse or foot. Experience the warm hospitality of the Ugandan people and be amazed by the cultural encounters with the different indigenous tribes. With us, you’ll experience it all! Our driver awaits you in the airport, carrying a sign with your name on it. Welcome to Uganda!

Accommodations:
Silver - Karibu Guesthouse Entebbe
Gold - Protea Hotel Entebbe
Platinum - Protea Hotel Entebbe

Activities : Trekking

The drive from Entebbe (or Kampala) to Kibale National Park is a 6-hour scenic route that will take you through lush countryside, several plantations and some bustling towns and villages. As you get closer to the incredible Kibale National Park, the landscape slowly changes into a thick forest, and you might have a chance to spot your first chimpanzee or some other primates. Get ready to wake up your inner Tarzan or Jane, as tomorrow you will put on your hiking boots and head into the jungle!

Accommodations:
Silver - Kibale Forest Camp
Gold - Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge
Platinum - Primate Lodge Kibale

Activities : Trekking

Meet our closest relatives and watch them play, eat and groom each other in the middle of the green rainforest – goosebumps guaranteed! Following this wow experience, you make your way to Uganda’s most royal park and the Big Five.

Activities:

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park
Uganda’s Kibale National Park has the highest concentration of chimpanzees on the African continent, with approximately 1,500 chimps in several groups, offering you a high chance of seeing them in the wild. Expert guides lead you through the lush rainforest, where you can observe chimps leaping through trees, playing, eating, and grooming each other. Please note that the minimum age for this 2 to 4 hour trek is 12 years, requires proper hiking shoes, and groups are limited to 6 people. Also, since this is a very popular activity which needs both a permit and a guide, it has to be booked separately and well in advance.

Drive from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
As you drive 2 hours from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park today, you can enjoy the sights while passing through the crater lake area around Kasenda and seeing the snow-capped peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains on your right a bit further down the road. With this amazing landscape as your 'bush-tv', you reach the most royal of Uganda's national parks before you know it. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five!

Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park is not only royal by its name but also by its diversity. Celebrating the majesty of the animal kingdom, it is home to four of the Big Five, to tree-climbing lions and has the largest number of hippos in East Africa. Many more animals roam in its diverse landscape including savannah grasslands, dense forests, volcanic features and meandering rivers. Enjoy a large array of activities whilst supporting conservation efforts, all with the snow-capped Rwenzori mountains as a background.

Accommodations:
Silver - Elephant Hab Lodge
Gold - Aardvark Safari Lodge
Platinum - Buffalo Safari Lodge

Activities : Trekking

After discovering countless gems of Queen Elizabeth National Park on land, it's time to hop into a comfy boat and do the same on the Kazinga Channel – the home of hippos, crocodiles and colourful birds.

Activities:

Jeep safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
During a jeep safari, our guide takes you in your private jeep on an unlimited game drive in the park. Make sure to share your expectations for this day with him, and let yourself be surprised by the suggestions he might have. Once on the road, ask any question that comes to mind and most of all: enjoy the amazing ride and sights!

Boat safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Last call for those wishing to explore the Kazinga Channel! Go aboard a boat that can accommodate up to twenty people and explore this beautiful and biodiverse place for 2-3 hours. The Kazinga Channel in the Queen Elizabeth National Park stretches 40 kilometres long, linking Lake George to Lake Edward. Keep a keen eye out at all times, as you may spot hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, elephants, and a variety of other animals. Two daily departure times are offered for this boat trip: in the morning, at 11:00 AM, and in the afternoon, at 2:00 PM.

Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park is not only royal by its name but also by its diversity. Celebrating the majesty of the animal kingdom, it is home to four of the Big Five, to tree-climbing lions and has the largest number of hippos in East Africa. Many more animals roam in its diverse landscape including savannah grasslands, dense forests, volcanic features and meandering rivers. Enjoy a large array of activities whilst supporting conservation efforts, all with the snow-capped Rwenzori mountains as a background.

Accommodations:
Silver - Elephant Hab Lodge
Gold - Aardvark Safari Lodge
Platinum - Buffalo Safari Lodge

Activities : Jeep Safari , Boat Safari

Enjoy the beauty of Uganda on a 5 to 6-hour drive from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Observe the landscape gradually transforming from open savannah plains to thick and lush green forests. A memorable drive!

Accommodations:
Silver - Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge (Rushaga Sector)
Gold - Gorilla Leisure Lodge (Rushaga Sector)
Platinum - Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge (Nkuringo Sector)

Activities : Trekking

The Rushaga sector in the southern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to eight gorilla families, some of which are still unaccustomed to human presence. During a mountain gorilla trekking tour, you can hike along challenging trails, spending either an hour with the habituated groups or, at an extra cost, up to four hours observing the less familiar giants in their natural habitat. This once-in-a-lifetime experience, where you can watch the gorillas eat, play, and be guarded by the silverback, will leave you in awe and may even bring tears of joy to your eyes. Please note that gorilla trekking is conducted in groups of up to 8 people, requires proper hiking shoes, and typically lasts 2 to 4 hours. Also, since this is a very popular activity which needs both a permit and a guide, it has to be booked separately and well in advance.

Activities:

Mountain gorilla trekking in Nkuringo (southwestern sector)
The Nkuringo sector, located in the southwestern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is one of the most challenging sectors for trekking due to its high altitude. From here, you have a great view of the Congolese Mount Nyiragongo and Mount Nyamuragira, you can see the Virunga volcanoes, and you can easily connect to Lake Mutanda and Lake Mulehe. Please note that participants must be at least 15 years old, treks last 2–4 hours, require proper hiking shoes and are conducted in groups of up to 8 people, though gorilla sightings cannot be guaranteed. Also, gorilla trekking is an extremely popular activity, which requires both a guide and a permit. Our tip: book and plan this unique experience well in advance.

Accommodations:
Silver - Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge (Rushaga Sector)
Gold - Gorilla Leisure Lodge (Rushaga Sector)
Platinum - Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge (Nkuringo Sector)

Activities : Trekking

After your amazing gorilla trekking experience, you drive from Bwindi Impenetrable to Lake Mburo National Park. During this 7-hour road trip, you see the forest-like landscape gradually transform into soft verdant hills and open savannah. Lake Mburo is packed with wildlife seeking green vegetation and refreshment, so grab your binoculars and be sure to stay on the lookout for zebras, giraffes and many different bird species!

Accommodations:
Silver - Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
Gold - Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
Platinum - Mihingo Lodge

Activities : Trekking

Marvel at African wildlife from up close (like really close!) during a walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, explore the surroundings by bike and step into your private jeep to dive even deeper into the unique landscape around the glistening Lake Mburo.

Activities:

Walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park
Get out of the safari jeep, lace up your hiking boots and off you go on safari… literally! During your walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, you can explore this wonderful spot of land from a completely different point of view. Hike through savannahs, woodlands and lakeshores and learn more about the flora and fauna from your experienced guide. Here, you can come close to animals like zebras, impala and giraffes and watch the park’s famous hippos from a safe distance. Discovering Uganda’s untamed wilderness like this is an experience that will stay with you for many years to come.

Jeep safari in Lake Mburo National Park
During a jeep safari, our guide takes you in your private jeep on an unlimited game drive in the park. Make sure to share your expectations for this day with him, and let yourself be surprised by the suggestions he might have. Once on the road, ask any question that comes to mind and most of all: enjoy the amazing ride and sights!

Mountainbike safari outside Lake Mburo National Park
Trade four wheels for two wheels and discover the surroundings of the beautiful Lake Mburo National Park during a mountainbike safari. In your own pace, you’ll calmly pedal through this picturesque landscape while marvelling at different wildlife around you. Prepare to meet animals like zebras, impala, elands, buffalos, jackals, hyenas, leopards and warthogs along the way. You want to stay at one spot for a little longer or learn more about some animals or plants? Simply let your guides know: they’re happy to answer you all of your questions and will also make sure that you’re safe throughout this unique adventure.

Accommodations:
Silver - Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
Gold - Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
Platinum - Mihingo Lodge

Activities : Jeep Safari

After some exhilarating days, the end of your adventure is near. Enjoy the ride back to where it all started, take in the stunning views once more, and take off with new memories that last forever. Or simply stay a little longer.

Activities:

Drive back to Entebbe
As you drive back to Entebbe, you again pass through the villages with their lively marketplaces and the outstretched countryside with tea and coffee plantations, smooth green hills and the occasional wildlife waving you goodbye. After several days of sheer adventure, even the ride back to Entebbe is an experience to enjoy!

Flight home from Entebbe (not included in the price)
This is your last day! Unfortunately, it's time to catch your flight home from Entebbe International Airport. Sad to leave...? Not to worry! We can easily add a few days of safari to your holiday, or extend it with a few days on the shores of Lake Victoria for some whitewater rafting or other exhilarating activities!

Activities : Trekking