5 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee Trekking and Wildlife Safari

Tour Summary

On this 5-day Uganda safari, expect to see chimps, mountain gorillas, and so much more, including a cultural walk with the Batwa People. The client will stay in the most exclusive camps/rooms. This safari is one of the most memorable trips of all time.

Day 1: Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport.

Meet your guide and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Kampala-Masaka road (7-hour drive)

En route, make a stopover at the equator for photography and Mbarara for lunch

Later, you’ll be transferred to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Dinner and overnight stay at a lodge.

Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda) Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meal & Drinks: All meals included

Drinking water (other drinks not included)

Day 2: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Early morning breakfast.

Morning game drive to the northern sector of the park- Kasenyi plains in search of lions and leopards.

Return to the lodge for lunch.

Afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake George and Lake Edward.

Enjoy sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species, including African fish eagles and kingfishers.

Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Main Destination: Kazinga Channel

Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda)

Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (other drinks not included)

Day 3: Ishasha Sector Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi NP

Early breakfast.

Morning game drive in the Ishasha sector, focusing on spotting the unique tree-climbing lions that seek shelter in the tree branches from scorching sunshine and relax after a night and morning fears on the antelopes.

Transfer to Savanna Hotel for a hot lunch and later proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for an evening Batwa (Pygmies) community walk.

Dinner and overnight stay at a lodge near Bwindi NP.

NOTE: On this day you may choose to go for Chimpanzee tracking at Kalinzu Forest early in the morning before you proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve is found in southwestern Uganda in the district of Bushenyi. The forest reserve is close to Maramagambo forest and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Kalinzu forest reserve has abundant wildlife. Over 379 species of birds exist in the forest. There are six species of primates.

Main Destination: Ishasha Sector

Accommodation: Ride for a Woman Mid-range lodge located outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Meal & Drinks: All meals included, Drinking water (other drinks not included)

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Early morning breakfast.

Transfer to the park headquarters for gorilla trekking briefing.

Embark on a gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Forest, led by experienced guides and trackers.

Spend an hour with a gorilla family, observing their behavior and taking photographs.

Return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation time.

Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Accommodation: Ride for a Woman Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (other drinks not included)

Day 5: Bwindi Impenetrable NP to Entebbe – Departure

Breakfast at the lodge.

Check-out and transfer back to Entebbe 8 hours’ drive or Kigali 4 to 5 hours’ drive to Kigali International Airport

Optional stopovers at local craft markets for souvenir shopping.

Drop-off at Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

Main Destination: Entebbe

Accommodation: No accommodation

Meal & Drinks: All meals included, Drinking water (other drinks not included)

Additional accommodation can be arranged at an extra cost

End of tour- This package offers an immersive wildlife safari experience, including game drives, boat cruises, gorilla trekking, and cultural encounters, providing unforgettable memories of Uganda’s natural beauty and biodiversity.

Day 1: Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 2: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Day 3: Ishasha Sector Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi NP

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Day 5: Bwindi Impenetrable NP to Entebbe – Departure

Cost Includes
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)
  • Chimp permits (One per person, non-resident)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as an upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (On all days)
Cost Excludes
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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