9 Days Uganda Primates and Safari Experience

Day 1. Entebbe.
Arrival at Entebbe. Pick up and proceed to check in at your Lodge:
Accommodation: Boma Hotel (BB) / Hotel No5 Entebbe (BB)

Day 2. Kibale Forest National Park.
We shall have an early breakfast, after which we drive to Kibale Forest National Park. In this Park, you will track the Chimpanzees! Man’s closest relative in terms of DNA make up. Kibale Forest is referred to as the World’s primate capital and this title is one that is so deserving since many primate species call it home. Chimpanzees, and several monkey species call it home.
Duration of travel, about 6 hours with a lunch stop.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge / Chimpundu Lodge

Day 3. Kibale Forest National Park.
After breakfast, we head out for chimpanzee tracking! This activity takes at least 4 hours and can be upgraded to a chimpanzee habituation experience (Please confirm this in advance if you wish to upgrade)
In the afternoon we shall visit a nearby community establishment in Bigodi wetland sanctuary, for a community visit. By visiting these communities adjacent to the Park, you are directly supporting their initiatives and contributing to community development.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge / Chimpundu Lodge

Day 4. Queen Elizabeth National Park (Kazinga National Park)
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park around mid-morning. During the drive, on clear days, you can view the Rwenzori Mountain ranges (Highest Mountain range in Africa)
An afternoon game drive in Queen Elizabeth.
Accommodation: Kikorongo Safari Lodge / Parkview Safari Lodge

Day 5. Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains. This offers a very good opportunity to spot the big cats hunt their prey. On a lucky day you can spot the elusive Leopard!
In the afternoon there will be a launch cruise on the Kazinga Channel. During this cruise you can spot Elephants, buffaloes, Nile crocodiles, Hippos and many other water birds.
Accommodation: Kikorongo Safari Lodge / Parkview Safari Lodge

Day 6. Ishasha Sector – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive towards Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
This sector of the Park is world renowned for its tree climbing lions! Optional evening game drive in search for the tree climbing lions and hyenas.
Accommodation: Ishasha Jungle Lodge / Ishasha Wilderness Camp

Day 7. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
We head out to Bwindi with a short game drive enroute. A beautiful drive with scenic views of the Imaramagambo forest. One of uganda’s oldest forests that hosts chimpanzees as well.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Camp / Gorilla Leisure Lodge

Day 8. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Wake up early morning and by 7:30AM we are at the ranger briefing point. After which we embark on a gorilla trekking excursion. This trek can be upgraded to a gorilla habituation experience (Please inform us in advance so that we can arrange)
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Camp / Gorilla Leisure Lodge

Day 8 Lake Mburo National Park.
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. One of Uganda’s smallest savannah park, free of Lions.
We shall make a night game drive. During this drive, you have high chances of spotting the leopard.
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge / Mihingo Lodge.

Day 9. Flight
Morning breakfast. After which we embark on a walk in the Park. A one-of-a-kind experience!
Alternatively, you can opt for a horse ride in the park (Optional activity)
Transfer to Entebbe for your international flight.

Included in this trip

• Airport transfer & drop off
• Gorilla tracking permit.
• Accommodation & meals mentioned
• Entrance to the National Park
• Transportation & services of an English-speaking guide
• All Park fees and taxes

Exclusions: 

• Visas
• International flights
• Bills of personal nature such as telephone & laundry
• Insurance
• Tips & gratuities