The 7 Days Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari with Gorilla Quest Africa is a luxury wildlife adventure designed for travellers seeking unforgettable primate encounters combined with Uganda’s breathtaking scenery. This safari takes you deep into the lush rainforests of Kibale National Park for chimpanzee tracking, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime mountain gorilla experience. Along the way, you will enjoy luxury accommodations, expert guides, and fine dining while exploring Uganda’s diverse landscapes, from crater lakes to misty forests. Perfect for adventure seekers and wildlife enthusiasts alike, this safari promises comfort, adventure, and memories to last a lifetime.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a Gorilla Quest Africa representative will greet you and transfer you to your luxury hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may visit the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or enjoy a relaxing walk along the shores of Lake Victoria. In the evening, enjoy a gourmet welcome dinner and receive a safari briefing outlining the exciting days ahead.
Accommodation: Hotel No.5, Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa, Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe
Meals: (Dinner)
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive to Kibale National Park, home to one of the highest concentrations of primates in Africa. Along the way, pass lush tea plantations, rolling hills, and rural villages. Upon arrival, check into your luxury forest lodge and enjoy the serene atmosphere. In the afternoon, relax at the lodge or take a short guided walk around the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary to spot birds and small primates.
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge, Crater Safari Lodge, Ndali Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Today offers an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure. After a morning briefing, set out with expert rangers into the dense forest in search of habituated chimpanzees. Observe them as they play, feed, and interact with one another in their natural environment. Kibale Forest is also home to red colobus monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and over 300 bird species, making the trek a true wildlife paradise. Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening and dinner.
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge, Crater Safari Lodge, Ndali Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
After breakfast, you will set off for Queen Elizabeth National Park, a scenic journey through rolling hills, crater lakes, and rural countryside. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy lunch while taking in panoramic views of the park. In the afternoon, head out for an unforgettable boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that connects Lake Edward and Lake George. This cruise offers spectacular opportunities to spot hippos wallowing in the water, elephants and buffaloes along the banks, and a rich variety of birdlife including pelicans and kingfishers. Return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Accommodation Options: Mweya Safari Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Kyambura Gorge Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Bwindi Forest
Begin your day with an early morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains, where you may encounter lions, leopards, elephants, antelopes, and Uganda kobs. The morning light makes for perfect photography as the animals are most active at this time. After the game drive, enjoy breakfast and then continue your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. The drive offers beautiful scenery through the terraced hills of Kigezi, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Africa.” Arrive in Bwindi in the evening, check into your lodge, and unwind as you prepare for the next day’s adventure.
Accommodation Options: Buhoma Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge, Gorilla Forest Camp
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing from the Uganda Wildlife Authority guides. You will then embark on your gorilla trekking experience, hiking through dense rainforest terrain in search of a gorilla family. The trek can take from two to six hours, depending on the gorillas’ movement, but the reward of seeing these gentle giants up close is truly unforgettable. Spend a magical hour observing them in their natural habitat before returning to the starting point. In the evening, you may relax at your lodge or take a guided community walk to visit local villages and craft markets.
Accommodation Options: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Four Gorillas Lodge, Bwindi Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7: Departure
After breakfast, bid farewell to Bwindi and begin your journey back to Entebbe or Kampala. You will enjoy a lunch stop along the way and take in the scenic countryside views one last time. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at the airport or your preferred destination, marking the end of your unforgettable gorilla safari adventure in Uganda.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)
End of the 7 Days Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari.
The 7 Days Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari cost includes;
- Airport Transfers.
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
- 1 Gorilla Permit per person.
- 1 Chimpanzee Permit per person.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Wildlife Game Drives.
- Tour guide allowances.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Relevant Government taxes.
The tour cost excludes;
- Visa fees.
- International air fare.
- Souvenirs.
- Tips to local guides.
- Personal shopping bills.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Items not listed as included in the cost.