8 Day Gorilla and Chimpanzee Habituation, Serengeti Safari

Tour Summary

This 5-Day trip to Bwindi Gorillas and Kibale Chimp Habituation takes you to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to half of the world’s Mountain Gorillas. Experience Gorilla Habituation up close, and enjoy a visit to Kibale National Park for a nature walk to see rare monkeys and birds, then proceed to Tanzania at Serengeti National Park.

 

Safari Highlights include Gorilla trekking at Bwindi, Chimpanzee habituation at Kibale National Park, Shoebill experience at Bigodi Swamp Sanctuary Walk, Game viewing and drive at Serengeti National Park, Nature walks and Cultural encounters.

Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable

 

After an early breakfast in Kampala, embark on a scenic 9-10 hour drive to Bwindi with a stop at the Equator for photos and lunch in Mbarara. Arrive at the Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay

 

Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience

 

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before searching for the majestic gorillas in Bwindi Forest. Known for its mountain gorillas, tracking them can be unpredictable, but the experience of observing these gentle giants is unforgettable and exhilarating. The Gorilla Habituation experience lasts nearly all day, and you will spend four hours with the gorillas before returning to your Lodge.

 

Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park and Bigodi Swamp Walk

 

After breakfast, drive to Kibale Forest National Park, arriving in the afternoon. Enjoy views of the “Mountains of the Moon” along the way, with a lunch stop in Fort Portal. Visit the Bigodi swamp eco-tourism site, where you can see unique plants and rare birds like the Great Blue Turaco and Narina Trogon. Dinner and overnight stay will be at your Lodge.

 

Day 4: Chimpanzee Habituation Experience in Kibale National Park

 

After breakfast, set off for Kibale Forest with a packed lunch. The day begins at 8:00 AM with a briefing on trekking rules before searching for chimpanzees in the forest. This half-day activity will also allow you to spot other primates like Grey-cheeked Mangabey, Red-Colobus, and various monkeys swinging in the trees. Your guide will share insights on the primates’ lifestyles and the rich biodiversity of the forest. With approximately 5,000 wild chimps in Uganda, Kibale is an ideal location for this unforgettable experience. After the trek, return to your hotel.

 

Day 5: Transfer to Entebbe 

After breakfast, travel to Kampala with lunch en route, then head to Entebbe for your afternoon or evening flight to Arusha, upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport in Arusha our representative will meet you and transfer you to a pre booked hotel in Arusha or Kilimanjaro where you will spend a night.

 

Day 6: Transfer to Serengeti National Park.

 

Early morning after breakfast, you will be driven to Serengeti National Park and head straight to your camp/lodge for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Serengeti.

 

Option to fly from Arusha Airport for to Seronera Airstrip at Extra Cost

 

Days 7: Serengeti Wildlife Safari

Breakfast at the camp/lodge, and then proceed for a full day of wildlife safaris, witnessing the Great Migration or the Big Five. We shall Picnic lunches in the bush or at the lodge.

Optional hot air balloon safari or guided nature walks (extra cost).

Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 8: Departure from Serengeti

Breakfast at the resort/hotel. Morning for last-minute activities or relaxation.

Check-out and transfer to Seronera Airstrip or drive back to connect with your international departure

Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable

Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience

Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park and Bigodi Swamp Walk

Day 4: Chimpanzee Habituation Experience in Kibale National Park

Day 5: Transfer to Entebbe 

Day 6: Transfer to Serengeti National Park.

Days 7: Serengeti Wildlife Safari

Day 8: Departure from Serengeti

Cost Includes
  • All activities
  • Entrance fees
  • All accommodation
  • Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)
  • Chimpanzee permits (One per person, non-resident)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Round-trip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinking water
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

1) The journey time(s) stated in the itinerary is an estimation and is subject to variation depending on traffic and road conditions.

  1. This tour is offered by Namib Safaris, which reserves the right to change advertised rates. If accommodations are fully booked, a comparable alternative will be suggested.

3) Please note that the specific sector of Bwindi allocated for your visit is subject to availability at the time of booking and cannot be predetermined

  1. We kindly wish to inform you that the fare listed above (cost per person) may vary depending on your country of origin or residential status, as outlined in the applicable tariffs and rates set forth by government authorities at the destinations
  2. Please keep in mind that the above package can be tailored specifically to meet your unique needs or those of your group

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