7 Days Uganda Primates Tour
The 7 Days Uganda Primates Tour is a remarkable safari experience designed for travelers seeking close encounters with Uganda’s most iconic primates. This journey combines chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park with unforgettable gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, while also showcasing Uganda’s scenic landscapes, rainforest ecosystems, and authentic cultural experiences.
Tour Highlights
- Track endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Experience chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, the primate capital of East Africa
- Scenic road journey through Uganda’s countryside, crater regions, and tropical forests
- Optional Batwa cultural experience in Bwindi Forest
- Relaxing stay along the shores of Lake Victoria in Entebbe
- Comfortable mid-range safari lodges throughout the journey
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with professional English-speaking guide
Description
This 7 Days Uganda Primates Tour is designed for travelers seeking Uganda’s most iconic wildlife experiences within a compact yet immersive itinerary. The safari combines chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest with unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, offering close encounters with two of Africa’s most remarkable primates.
The journey also showcases Uganda’s beautiful landscapes, from tea plantations and rolling hills to rainforest ecosystems and local communities. With comfortable lodge stays, guided experiences, and private transportation throughout, this safari provides the perfect balance of adventure, nature, and relaxation.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a Feather Trail Safaris representative and transferred to your hotel near the shores of Lake Victoria. Depending on your arrival time, the remainder of the day is free to relax and recover from your international journey while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of Entebbe.
Overnight: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2 – Transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive westward toward Kibale National Park. The journey passes through picturesque countryside, traditional villages, tea plantations, and rolling hills, offering an excellent introduction to Uganda’s diverse landscapes.
Arrival is in the afternoon at your forest lodge near Kibale, where you can relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings in preparation for the next day’s primate experience.
Overnight: Isunga Lodge Kibale
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3 – Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for briefing before entering the rainforest for chimpanzee tracking. Kibale Forest is home to the highest concentration of primates in East Africa, and the experience of following habituated chimpanzees through the forest is both exciting and rewarding.
After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, travelers may choose to enjoy an optional guided walk through the nearby Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for birdlife, monkeys, and community-based conservation experiences.
Overnight: Isunga Lodge Kibale
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4 – Kibale to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Following breakfast, depart Kibale and continue southwest toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The journey takes you through scenic highlands, rural communities, and beautiful mountain landscapes before arriving in the Buhoma sector of Bwindi Forest.
Upon arrival, settle into your lodge overlooking the forest and prepare for the highlight of your safari, mountain gorilla trekking.
Overnight: Haven Lodge Buhoma
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5 – Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi
Today is dedicated to one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters. After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for briefing before entering the dense rainforest of Bwindi with experienced rangers and trackers.
The trek can take several hours depending on the location of the gorilla family, but the reward is an unforgettable one-hour encounter observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Watching these gentle giants interact within the forest is a deeply moving and life-changing experience.
In the afternoon, travelers may choose to participate in an optional Batwa cultural experience to learn about the indigenous forest communities that once lived within Bwindi Forest.
Overnight: Haven Lodge Buhoma
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6 – Bwindi to Entebbe
After breakfast, begin the return journey to Entebbe. The drive offers additional scenic views of Uganda’s countryside, local towns, and agricultural landscapes along the way.
Arrival is in the evening, where you check in at your hotel near Lake Victoria for a relaxing final night before departure.
Overnight: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 7 – Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your Uganda primate safari adventure.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Indicative Quotation Based on 2 Travelers Sharing a Double Or Twin Room The safari package cost is USD 2,651 per person, based on two travelers sharing a double room throughout the safari. In addition to the safari package cost, primate permits are charged separately as follows:
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Gorilla Trekking Permit: USD 800 per person
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Chimpanzee Tracking Permit: USD 250 per person
These permits are mandatory and subject to availability at the time of booking.
Package Includes
- Accommodation for 6 nights as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the meal plan
- 1 Gorilla Trekking Permit per person
- 1 Chimpanzee Tracking Permit per person
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All airport transfers
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary (excluding optional activities)
- Park entrance fees
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
Package Excludes
- International and domestic flights
- Uganda visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Optional activities and excursions
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, souvenirs, and telephone calls
Important Information
Permits for gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking are subject to availability at the time of booking. Gorilla permits are highly limited and often sell out months in advance, especially during peak travel seasons. Early reservation is therefore strongly recommended.
This itinerary can be customized according to preferred travel dates, accommodation category, and traveler interests. Luxury, mid-range, and budget options are available upon request.
While every effort is made to follow the itinerary as published, adjustments may occasionally be necessary due to weather conditions, road situations, park regulations, or operational requirements.
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