8 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Honeymoon Safari
An 8 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Honeymoon Safari, An Immersive Uganda Itinerary for First Time Visitors. Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Parks all offer unique Ugandan wildlife experiences, but they excel in different areas. Kibale is the “primate capital” with excellent chimpanzee trekking. Queen Elizabeth boasts diverse ecosystems and tree-climbing lions. Bwindi is world-renowned for its mountain gorilla tracking.
This 8 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Honeymoon Safari takes wildlife viewing, gorillas, and chimpanzees trekking to the different Uganda Safari Parks; Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
On this 8 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Honeymoon Safari to Kibale vs Queen Elizabeth vs Bwindi, the Uganda flying safari includes a visit to the four Uganda national parks which are best for Gorilla trekking, primate tracking, and wildlife viewing. These are Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Activities done during this Uganda Safari include game drives, boat cruises, Chimpanzee trekking, nature walk, and mountain Gorilla trekking. Between the airstrips and the national parks as well as accommodation facilities, a tour guide will ensure your transfers with a 4×4 safari land cruiser.
This 8 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Honeymoon Safari is available all year round and can be booked by any kind of traveler this being mid-range and luxury travelers. These are the top Uganda safari parks and will definitely offer such remarkable experiences.
Tour Summary
- Transfers by chartered flights and 4×4 luxury land cruisers
- Activities include Gorilla trekking, game drives, boat cruises, chimpanzee trekking and nature walk.
- Accommodation before and after trip can be arranged on request at an extra cost
- Private tour with a safari guide.
What you need to know
- Pack the right trekking & safari clothes
- Tour can start any time of the year
- Minimum age for Gorilla & chimpanzee trekking is 15 years
- All activity fees are included in the cost
Itinerary Gallery: 8 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Honeymoon Safari
Highlights of the Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Honeymoon Safari
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to hotel
Day 2: Transfer to Kasese airstrip then Kibale Forest National Park
Day 3: Chimpanzee trekking & Bigodi swamp walk in Kibale
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 5: Morning game drive and evening boat cruise at Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 6: Transfer from Mweya airstrip to Kihihi airstrip in Bwindi
Day 7: Mountain Gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Forest
Day 8: Return flight to Entebbe International Airport or Transfer to Kigali International Airport
8 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Honeymoon Safari Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to hotel
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your long Uganda safari guide will be there to pick you up for a transfer to a hotel either within Entebbe or Kampala. Arriving at the hotel you check in, have dinner and spend the night.
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2 – Fly to Kasese Airstrip & Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Kasese Airstrip. Upon arrival, meet your guide and proceed by road to Kibale Forest National Park, passing through scenic tea plantations and rolling countryside. Arrive at your forest lodge in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the tranquil rainforest surroundings.
Day 3 – Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park
After breakfast at your lodge get ready for a chimpanzee trekking experience. Carry along your backpack with some drinking water and head out to the park for chimp tracking. The trek starts with a briefing on the trekking etiquette and then heading out to the jungle. After the trek, you return to your lodge for lunch and then transfer to the Bigodi wetland for a nature walk.
Bigodi wetland is host to an array of biodiversity including primates and bird species. Some of the bird species include the Great Blue Turaco, White-collard Olive back, Papyrus Gonolek, Yellow-spotted Barbet, Superb Sunbird, and many more.
After the nature walk at Bigodi, you then return to your lodging facility where you relax, refresh and have dinner.
Accommodation as of the previous night.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
From Kibale forest at the lodge, you have breakfast and then be transferred to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arriving at the lodge, you check in and spend the rest of the evening in relaxation.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Morning game drive and evening boat cruise at Queen Elizabeth National Park
Have desired breakfast at the hotel then proceed for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. During the game drive, you explore an array of wildlife and these may include Elephants, Buffaloes, warthogs, Hyenas, lions, and several bird species.
The game drive lasts about 2-4 hours with several chances to spot and photograph wildlife in the wilderness. After the game drive, you are driven back to the hotel for relaxation and lunch.
In the evening at about 3:00 pm, you will undertake a boat cruise on the Kazinga channel famed to attract a lot of wildlife and bird species. Here you will enjoy a launch cruise on the 40km long channel that connects lakes, Albert, and George. Take as many photos as you can here as wildlife will be up-close.
Later on, you are driven back to the hotel at sunset for dinner and stay for the night. Accommodation will be as of the previous night.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Transfer from Mweya airstrip to Kihihi airstrip in Bwindi
From the hotel, you will have breakfast and then be driven to the Mweya airstrip for a flight to the Kihihi airstrip in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The flight is short and takes about 15 minutes. From the airstrip, you are picked up for a drive to the hotel for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodation will be at one of the sectors in Bwindi allocated during booking.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Mountain Gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Forest
Early morning, your lodge will provide breakfast such that you get ready for the transfer to the park headquarters. You are expected to be at the park headquarters by 8:00 am local time for a briefing on the gorilla trekking etiquette from the park rangers.
It is at this time when the allocation of a gorilla family for every 8 members to trek is allocated. If you have any specific needs or are unable to hike for further distances communicate during briefing such that you are allocated a close family.
After the briefing, you receive your trekking stick and start the walk to the forest for the experience. Trekking to and from is dependent on where the gorillas spent their previous night, the nearer they are the faster you see them and vice versa. However, when you meet the family, you are allowed to spend only 1 hour seeing them go along with their daily lifestyle.
Take this time to enjoy the experience and record memories using your non-flash photography camera. After one hour you trek back to the park headquarters where you receive a congratulatory certificate and be driven to your hotel by the driver.
Lunch can be packed or you return for probably late lunch at the hotel. Accommodation as of the previous night.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 8 – Return to Entebbe or Transfer to Kigali & Departure
After breakfast, depart Bwindi and either take a scheduled domestic flight back to Entebbe or enjoy a scenic road transfer to Kigali International Airport for your onward international departure. Your honeymoon safari concludes with lasting memories of primates, wildlife, and intimate moments shared in some of East Africa’s most beautiful natural settings.
Cost Inclusions
Park entrance and all activities fees
Accommodation & meals as indicated
Flights and 4×4 safari vehicle costs
A professional English speaking knowledgeable driver guide.
Bottled drinking water on board
Cost Exclusions
International flights & Visas
Tips
Alcoholic / soft Drinks
Any changes to the itinerary
Laundry
Transport
Chartered flights
4×4 safari land cruiser for luxury travelers
4×4 safari van for budget travelers
