7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking in Uganda
7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Tour Safari Highlights
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – encounter endangered mountain gorillas up close.
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park – meet our closest primate relatives.
- Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park – spot lions, elephants, buffalos, and more.
- Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel – view hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species.
- Ishasha sector game drive – search for the famous tree-climbing lions.
- Batwa cultural experience – learn about the traditions of the forest’s indigenous people.
- Scenic road trips through Uganda’s breathtaking landscapes.
- Equator stop – a chance for photos and souvenirs at latitude zero.
7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Tour Overview
This 7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Tour offers an incredible opportunity to trek through Uganda’s lush forests in search of endangered mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. Your journey will take you through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale Forest National Park, renowned for their rich biodiversity and unique primate encounters. Along the way, you will also experience a game drive and boat safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park, providing a diverse wildlife experience.
7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Hotel
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly received by our representative or designated driver guide. A short transfer to your hotel in Entebbe allows you to unwind from your flight and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Begin your 7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Tour journey with a morning departure from Entebbe, heading toward Kibale Forest National Park. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of Uganda’s countryside, including rolling tea plantations. Lunch will be in Fort Portal before proceeding to your lodge near the stunning crater lakes bordering Kibale Forest.
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Start your day with an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a briefing on chimpanzee trekking. Kibale Forest is home to diverse primate species, including the black-and-white colobus monkeys, L’Hoest monkeys, and red-tailed monkeys. Bird lovers can spot species such as the crowned eagle and green-breasted pitta.
After your trek, enjoy lunch and then transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you may spot wildlife en route to your lodge.
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Day 4: Game Drive & Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to the Big Five, including lions, elephants, buffalos, and leopards, as well as a variety of antelopes and other mammals.
In the afternoon, embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. This wildlife-rich waterway is famous for its large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species, including the rare shoebill stork.
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Day 5: Ishasha Game Drive & Transfer to Bwindi
Depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. If lucky, you will spot these majestic cats resting in fig trees. Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing through changing landscapes, from savannah to jungle-covered mountains. Upon arrival at Bwindi, check in to your lodge and relax.
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience
After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience. Trekking can last between 1 to 6 hours, depending on the gorillas’ location. Witnessing a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is a truly breathtaking experience.
In the afternoon, visit the Batwa community, the original forest dwellers, to learn about their traditional way of life. Enjoy cultural dances and storytelling before returning to your lodge.
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Day 7: Transfer Back to Entebbe
After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Entebbe. A stop at the Uganda Equator offers an opportunity for photos and souvenir shopping. Arrive in Entebbe in time for your international flight marking the end of 7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking in Uganda.
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
End of 7 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking Tour
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