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Uganda Primates and Wildlife 10D

Gorillas & Chimpanzees Expedition

Overview

Our 10 Days Uganda Scheduled Group Tour will take you to the 5 Major National Parks of Uganda including Murchison Falls National Park, you will be able to see the rhinos on the way, while in the park you have an opportunity to the see the world’s most powerful falls as the wide River Nile water squeezes in 8meter wide gorge, the park is a home to 76 mammal species and 451 bird spices. The trip continues to Kibale Forest National Park for chimp tracking, Queen Elizabeth National for the game drives and boat cruise on Kazinga Channel. Gorilla tracking in Bwindi National Park marks the highlight of the trip, conclude the trip with a visit to Lake Mburo National the smallest savannah national parks, and the only park where you can have a safari walk.

From 4260 USD 10 Days / 9 Nights Departure: Feb 19th, 2025 Walking Grade: Moderate
  • Day 1: Arrive at Entebbe Airport- Entebbe Hotel
  • Day 2: Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park
  • Day 3: Game drive to the bottom of the falls
  • Day 4: Depart for Kibale Forest National Park
  • Day 5: Chimpanzee tracking - Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Day 6: Game drive and boat cruise along the Kazinga channel
  • Day 7: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • Day 8: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest National Park
  • Day 9: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi
  • Day 10: Lake Mburo to Entebbe

Trip Details


Country

  • Uganda

Schedule

  • Normal

Tour Highlights

  • Engage with the Batwa pygmies, learning about their unique traditions and survival skills.
  • Witness the Nile River’s powerful surge through a narrow gorge, creating stunning waterfalls.
  • Cruise along Kazinga Channel, observing hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species.
  • Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, the primate capital of the world.
  • Spot elephants, lions, buffalo, and tree-climbing lions on exciting game drives.
  • Trek through dense rainforest to encounter mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Tour Type

  • Scheduled
  • Shared

Next Departures

  • Feb 19th, 2025
  • Jun 21st, 2025
  • Jul 25th, 2025
  • Aug 23rd, 2025
  • Sep 22nd, 2025
  • Dec 16th, 2025

Thematics

  • Expedition
  • Photography
  • Wildlife

Itinerary

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DAY 1 - Wednesday Feb 19th, 2025

Arrive at Entebbe Airport- Entebbe Hotel

Arrival at Entebbe Airport, pick up and transfer to the Hotel. Overnight stay.

D Papyrus Guest house 30 minutes
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DAY 2 - Thursday Feb 20th, 2025

Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Murchison Falls National Park. Stopover at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino tracking. Have Lunch and later proceed with your journey to Murchison Falls National Park via Masi...

B, L, D Pakuba Safari Lodge 6 hours
wildlife game viewing safaris
DAY 3 - Friday Feb 21st, 2025

Game drive to the bottom of the falls

Rise very early in the morning and set out for the game drive before sunrise. After like 3-4hrs of the game drive, return to the Lodge for a late breakfast and relaxation. After Lunch, set out for the afternoon launch cr...

B, L, D Pakuba Safari Lodge
kyambura chimps
DAY 4 - Saturday Feb 22nd, 2025

Depart for Kibale Forest National Park

Breakfast at the lodge and depart for Kibale National Park which is a home to 13 primate species including the common Mans’ closest Cousins (Chimpanzees). The Forest is also a home to over 325 bird species including the ...

B, L, D Turaco Tree Tops 8 hours
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DAY 5 - Sunday Feb 23rd, 2025

Chimpanzee tracking - Queen Elizabeth National Park

Morning breakfast at your lodge and set out for a half day Chimpanzee tracking experience. You will be transferred to the park headquarters at Kanyanchu for a 30-40mins briefing and get to know more about the chimpanzees...

B, L, D Kikorongo Safari Lodge
TURACO FEATURETTE PHOTO
DAY 6 - Monday Feb 24th, 2025

Game drive and boat cruise along the Kazinga channel

After an early morning breakfast, depart for your morning game drive in Kasenyi areas. Look out for wildlife animals such as Lions, Leopards, Buffalos, Elephants, Antelopes, Warthogs, Waterbucks, Bushbucks and so on. Lat...

B, L, D Kikorongo Safari Lodge
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DAY 7 - Tuesday Feb 25th, 2025

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Morning game drive in Ishasha in search for the tree climbing Lions and other animals habiting the sector. Later, will be transferred to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The Park is well known for being a habit ...

B, L, D Mahogany Springs Lodge 2 hours
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DAY 8 - Wednesday Feb 26th, 2025

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest National Park

Whole day to day will be dedicated to Gorilla trekking activity with in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Overnight at your Lodge.

B, L, D Mahogany Springs Lodge
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DAY 9 - Thursday Feb 27th, 2025

Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi

After your morning early breakfast, you will be driven to Lake Mburo National Park. The journey will take you through stunning sceneries and views of the Ankole Kingdom with animal farms and different crop plantations. A...

B, L, D Kigarama Wilderness lodge 3 hours
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DAY 10 - Friday Feb 28th, 2025

Lake Mburo to Entebbe

Morning breakfast and have a game drive as you exit the park. Look out for animals that are habitat in the park such as Impalas, Zebras, Oribi, Topi, Elands and so on. Stop over at the Equator for the water experience as...

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Hotels

Papyrus Guest House

| $$$

Papyrus is a small cozy, but stylish guesthouse in the suburbs of Entebbe, about 15 minutes from Entebbe International Airport. With 9 Deluxe Garden Rooms and 5 Standard Mainhouse Rooms, all ensuite, Papyrus is an excellent choice for bed & breakfast safari travellers wishing to spend a night in Entebbe. Trees and charming gardens surround its rooms to give guests a relaxed and private stay. The Guest House’s central location allows for some exciting guided activities, like hiking, city walks and biking, shopping, golfing, boat rides, birding, and sightseeing, all reached within a reasonable time.

Restaurant WiFi

Pakuba Safari Lodge

| $$$

Discover tranquility at Pakuba Lodge within the serenity of Murchison Falls National Park. Crafted With a Keen Regard for Its Tranquility. Pakuba Safari Lodge graces the eastern bank of the Albert Nile, positioned within the stunning confines of Murchison Falls National Park. Here, guests are treated to a mesmerizing spectacle as they gaze upon the grandeur of the majestic River Nile. The lodge’s strategic placement affords sweeping views of both the powerful river and the vast riverine forest below. With a carefully crafted layout, Pakuba Lodge ensures that a majority of its rooms and sitting areas.

Air Conditioning Swimming Pool Restaurant WiFi Bar

Turaco Treetops

Turaco Treetops is Kibale Forest’ newest semi-luxe lodge. We believe in creating an uncomplicated, and warm-hearted atmosphere and offer our guests a unique experience in the forest with stunning views over the snowcapped Rwenzori Mountains. Turaco Treetops is the place to go on a chimpanzee trekking, share tasty meals, laugh, read a book near our fire place, learn about nature, play a game, or take dip in our refreshing pool. And not to forget: enjoy that well-deserved hot shower and comfortable beds that help you get ready for a new day of exploration in the Kibale Forest region.

Swimming Pool Restaurant WiFi

Mahogany Springs Lodge

| $$$$

Mahogany Springs Lodge is the perfect base for your gorilla trekking adventure, offering privacy and optimal comfort in a spectacular setting. Perched on top of the Munyanga River, overlooking Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mahogany Springs consists of 12 Luxury Suites, surrounded by beautiful gardens and panoramic views of the verdant valley.

Restaurant WiFi SPA

Kigarama Wilderness Lodge

Ecolodge

Established in 2023 as part of the umbrella Uganda Cultural Lodges, Kigarama Wilderness Lodge was named after Kigarama a brother to Mburo as emerged from the brief history of the location, which involved the two brothers Mburo and Kigarama. Kigarama Wilderness Lodge is a small community lodge focused on sustainability allowing clients to get close and connect with the local communities through optional activities such as cow milking, cooking lessons, thus allowing them to experience the diversity and customs of the local culture as a result contributing to preserving of culture for future. While at Kigarama Wilderness lodge you have an opportunity to embrace breath taking panoramic views of the Lake Mburo National Park, coupled with nature overhead and experience wildlife up close grazing at your door step. In addition, you will often have a few of the animals from the park reaching the lodge creating beautiful memorable scenes of adventure.

Swimming Pool Restaurant Bar SPA
Ishasha Sector (Tree-Climbing Lions)

Kikorongo Safari Lodge

Ecolodge | $$$$ (210 / Night)

We provide tented and intimate cottages as accommodation options, uniquely surrounded by a well maintained bush to provide an unforgettable wilderness experience in Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is one of Uganda’s most celebrated wildlife parks. Our accommodation is divided into two sections, the sunrise and sunset wing. Our guests are assigned specific cottages depending on their preference in views. Each cottage has a unique view of Lake Kikorongo and Lake George plus a wide view of Queen Elizabeth National Park and a distant view of Kazinga Channel.

Swimming Pool Restaurant WiFi Bar SPA

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Price Details


Included

  • All meals indicated as B, L or D
  • All accommodations in Double Twin occupancy
  • Accommodation in standard hotels
  • Local Guides specialized in the region
  • All entrance fees indicated in the itinerary
  • Boat transportation
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • Assistance support during all your trip
  • 1 x Gorilla permit at $ 800
  • 1 x Chimpanzee Permit at $ 200
  • English Speaking driver guide
  • All transfers in a 4x4 Land cruiser

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Personal expenses
  • Additional drinks and meals
  • Tips
  • Laundry
  • Travel Insurance (mandatory)
  • Visa fees (if required)
  • Other items not mentioned as included

Minimum Deposit

  • 30% (The last payment must be completed 45 days prior to the start of the trip.)

Price Base

  • Price for 2 people: 4435 USD
  • Price from 5 to 6 people: 4435 USD
  • * Price is indicated per person

Terms & Conditions

The terms of sale may differ based on the nature of your trip and how close your departure date is. Please review our conditions here for more information.

Spotted Species

Here is a non exhaustive list of Animals Species You can spot during this tour

Mountain Gorilla

The mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) is a magnificent primate renowned for its impressive size and striking appearance, found exclusively in the lush tropical forests of the Virunga Mountains in...

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Impala

The Impala (Aepyceros melampus) is a graceful and agile antelope native to eastern and southern Africa, renowned for its remarkable leaping ability and speed, which can reach up to 90...

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