7-Day Primate and Wildlife Safari in Uganda

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Day 1Transfer to Kibale National Park Transfer to Kibale National Park Get ready for an early morning pickup from your hotel to embark on an exciting journey to Kibale National Park. After an early breakfast, you'll be met by your driver, who will take you on a scenic adventure through Uganda's stunning countryside. Along the way, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of national parks, forests, rivers, lakes, plantations, and encounter the iconic Ankole cattle. You'll pass through vibrant trading centers, towns, and districts, and be greeted by the warm smiles of local peasants. While the journey may be long, the rewards are well worth it — an unforgettable experience awaits. Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain) Wildlife in Kibale NP ChimpanzeeCommon ElephantOccasional BuffaloOccasional LionVery Rare LeopardVery Rare HippoRare Show more GiraffeNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent) Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 2Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park You'll begin the day with breakfast, followed by a visit to Kibale National Park headquarters for a detailed briefing on chimpanzee trekking. Expert guides will provide essential information on rules, guidelines, and expectations. Then, you'll embark on a 3-5 hour forest trek to track the chimps, known for their vocal and dramatic behavior. You'll enjoy a thrilling hour of observation, capturing memorable photos. In the afternoon, you will return to the lodge, check out, and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. After checking in at the lodge, you'll unwind with dinner and a relaxing overnight stay. Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda) Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise

Day 3Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise You'll begin the day with a thrilling morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering a chance to spot the Big Five and other incredible wildlife against a stunning savannah backdrop. You'll savor a picnic breakfast amidst nature's splendor, keeping watch for majestic elephants, lions, and diverse animal species, as well as vibrant birdlife. After lunch, you'll embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where hippos, crocodiles, and other fascinating creatures await. Binoculars will be provided to enhance your birdwatching experience along the shoreline. Later at 4:00 pm, you will head out for an evening game drive in the Kasenyi plains. You'll conclude the day with a delightful dinner back at the lodge. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP ChimpanzeeOccasional ElephantCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon HippoAbundant LeopardOccasional Show more GiraffeNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda) Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 4Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Having taken an early morning breakfast, you'll check out and then head to the Ishasha Sector in search of tree-climbing lions. The chance of spotting these lions is about 70% though sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey). Should you get to spot them, the sight is picturesque and memorable. From Ishasha, you'll continue to the accommodation at the edge of Bwindi National Park. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce) Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeRare ElephantRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone Show more GiraffeNone LeopardNone CheetahNone BuffaloNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) +41 Photos +40 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Tracking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Day 5Gorilla Tracking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi Gorilla Tracking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi • Morning: • Gorilla Trekking: After an early breakfast, you'll head to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking protocols. Then, you'll embark on an exhilarating trek through the dense forest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek can take anywhere from a few hours to most of the day, depending on the gorillas’ movements. Once you find them, you will spend up to an hour observing these majestic creatures. • Afternoon: • Lunch and Rest: After the trek, you'll return to your lodge for a well-deserved lunch and rest. • Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi: Later in the afternoon, you'll transfer to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, known for its stunning views and numerous islands. • Evening: • Relaxation: Unwind by the lakeside, enjoy the serene environment, or opt for a short canoe ride on the lake. • Accommodation: Heritage Lodges Habuharo • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi Accommodation: Heritage Lodge, Habuharo Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Day 6Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park After an early morning breakfast, you will check out of the lodge and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. Having reached the lodge, you shall check in. Relaxation and then lunch. You shall go for an afternoon boat cruise at the lake within the park at 2:00 pm, where you will be able to spot different wild animals that live both in water and on land, such as hippos and crocodiles. Having finished the boat cruise, you shall go for an evening game drive within the park, spotting different animals living within the park. The expected animals include: giraffes, Zebras, waterbucks, impalas, buffalo, oribi, elands, warthogs, baboons, and on a lucky day’s leopard can be spotted as well. You shall return to the lodge, then dinner and an overnight stay. Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional HyenaOccasional Show more ElephantNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone CheetahNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Hyena Hill Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Nature Walk and Transfer back to Entebbe

Day 7Morning Nature Walk and Transfer back to Entebbe Morning Nature Walk and Transfer back to Entebbe After your early morning breakfast, you'll go for a morning nature walk within the park, where you will be able to spot other wild animals and get to know more about the park. Later, you'll return to the lodge, check out. You'll begin your journey early in the morning with a scenic drive back to Entebbe from Mburo. Along the way, you'll enjoy the picturesque landscapes of rolling hills, terraced farms, and traditional homesteads. Stopover: You'll take a break at the equator for a photo opportunity and to witness the water experiment demonstrating the Coriolis effect. Drop off at Entebbe International Airport or any place around Kampala or Entebbe. Main Destination: Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best pri