One of the best Uganda Safaris, Uganda Primate Safari is for the wildlife enthusiast, a trip to Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to observe Uganda Gorilla trekking safari mountain gorillas in their habitat is a must-do. This Uganda Gorilla trekking safari includes a gorilla permit and chimpanzee tracking permits as well as guides to help you make the most of your Uganda Gorilla trekking safari adventures in Kibale Forest National Park, and Bwindi. In addition to Uganda Gorilla trekking safari, you'll also enjoy Uganda Gorilla trekking safari game drives and walks through diverse habitats in search of the hundreds of resident bird species, as well as elephants, hippos and buffaloes.
DAY1: ENTEBBE - KAMPALA (47 KMS)
Meet and greet for Uganda Gorilla trekking safari at Entebbe International Airport by our Uganda safari rep who will warmly welcome you and facilitate seamless arrival formalities. After a short transfer to your hotel you will be briefed you on Uganda Gorilla trekking safari. Overnight at Metropole Hotel. (BB)
DAY 2. KAMPALA- KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK (358 KMS)
after an Uganda Gorilla trekking safari early morning breakfast transfer to Fort Portal arriving in time for lunch. Relax at your hotel in the afternoon or Uganda Gorilla trekking safari visits the crater lakes area. Dinner and overnight at Primate Lodge. (FB)
DAY 3: KIBALE FOREST
After Uganda Gorilla trekking safari breakfast go for chimpanzee tracking. Your Uganda Gorilla trekking safari may also see and other primates including L'Hoest, red colobus, and blue red tailed and gray cheeked mangabey. Enjoy the services of our guide who will give you detailed information on primates, forest, flora and fauna. Afternoon Uganda Gorilla trekking safari visits to Bigodi swamp, see other mammals and primates including the rare red Columbus monkey and the sitatunga. Dinner and overnight at Primate Lodge. (FB)
Uganda Gorilla trekking safari proceeds to Queen Elizabeth National Park following the mystical Rwenzori Mountain range for most of the journey. A Uganda Gorilla trekking safari game drive en-route may be rewarded by seeing a lot of wild animals such as elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, hyena and variety of antelope species. After lunch, Uganda Gorilla trekking safari enjoys the unique 2-hour boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel on Uganda Gorilla trekking safari. onUganda Gorilla trekking safari you may see a lot of hippos and other animals may be seen drinking at water's edge. During the Uganda Gorilla trekking safari launch cruise you will have opportunity to take photographs, game viewing and bird watching with over 550 resident species of colorful birds for you to enjoy. Overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge. (FB)
DAY 5: QUEEN ELIZABETH
Today Uganda Gorilla trekking safari begins with early morning Uganda Gorilla trekking safari game drive. Queen Elizabeth National Park is a home of abundant wildlife with grassy plains, and volcanic craters. You will have an excellent opportunity on Uganda Gorilla trekking safari to see lion, leopard, giant forest hog, Cape buffalo, elephants, defassa waterbuck, Uganda kob, topi and bushbuck. After lunch explore the Crater Lake region and also the traditional salt mining in Lake Katwe. Overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge. (FB)
DAY 6: QUEEN ELIZABETH - BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK (150 KMS)
Transfer on Uganda Gorilla trekking safari to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest by driving through the 'Switzerland of Africa' area known as Kigezi Highlands with its terraced hillside and winding roads. Uganda Gorilla trekking safari passes through Ishasha where you will have an opportunity to see the tree climbing lions or take the alternative route through the cultivated area. Overnight at Engangi Lodge. (FB)
DAY 7: BWINDI
Uganda Gorilla trekking safari goes for great ape tracking walking up steeply in the dense rain forest through different animals' trails allowing access to tourists. Gorilla tracking is an inspiring and wonderful adventure which one can't miss. The Gorillas are peaceful animals and it is an unforgettable experience to watch and photograph them as they interact. Overnight at Engangi Lodge. (FB)
DAY 8: BWINDI - KAMPALA (527KMS)
After Uganda Gorilla trekking safari breakfast, drive back to Kampala with a stop over for lunch en-route. Stop at the Mpigi Royal Drum Makers where on Uganda Gorilla trekking safari you may be able to watch the ceremonial drums being crafted using methods passed down through the generations. There will also be time to stop at the Equator for photographs. You will arrive in Kampala in the early evening. Overnight at Metropole Hotel. (BB)
DAY 9: DEPARTURE
Depending on the departure time, Uganda Gorilla trekking safari takes you on a city tour or visit the craft markets before transferring to airport to catch your flight back home.
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PERSON IN SAFARI VAN |
2 PAX |
4 PAX |
6 PAX |
SRS |
5* Accomodation |
$2800 |
$2365 |
$2225 |
$390 |
Mid Range accommodation |
$2460 |
$2055 |
$1915 |
$320 |
Budget accommodation |
$2270 |
$1855 |
$1715 |
$280 |
Uganda Gorilla trekking Safari Price Includes
- Accommodation with meal plan as per itinerary
- Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit
- Chimpanzee Tracking permit
- Park Entrance Fees
- Transportation in customized safari minivan with open roof for excellent game viewing and photography and with a window seat guaranteed.
- Premium services of English Speaking driver - guide
- Complimentary lunch
Uganda Gorilla trekking Safari cost does not include
- Visa
- Deviation from the itinerary
- Items of personal use
- International flight
