4-Day Gorillas, Game Drive and Chimpanzee at Kalinzu

Transfer from Kigali to Bwindi National Park

Day 1Transfer from Kigali to Bwindi National Park Transfer from Kigali to Bwindi National Park We will pick you up at Kigali Airport or downtown Kigali and drive you to Bwindi National Park. The scenic 4-5-hour drive to Uganda will take you through Rwanda’s northern town of Ruhengeri and then cross over into Uganda via the Cyanika or Katuna border post. The trip continues through the nearby Kisoro or Kabale town and finally into Bwindi National Park. Arriving at Bwindi National Park in the early afternoon will allow you to do optional activities such as hiking, canoeing, or visiting the local community. 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: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi National Park

Day 2Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi National Park Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi National Park Today is a special day! The gorilla safari Uganda is famous for. You will head to Bwindi National Park immediately after breakfast to get a briefing about the gorilla trek. The presentation will cover the basics of what to expect during the trek, and how to approach the animals for both your and their safety. The national park guide will assign all visitors a gorilla family to track and after that, your adventure begins. Depending on how far the gorillas are inside the forest, the trek can last from 3 to 8 hours, the average time being between 3 and 5. Venture into the vegetation until you come across these incredible creatures, it is a truly unique experience. After the trek, you will return to the lodge to relax, eat dinner, and enjoy a good night’s sleep. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for Kazinga Channel Boat Trip

Day 3Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for Kazinga Channel Boat Trip Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for Kazinga Channel Boat Trip We will start the journey in the morning from the Bwindi National Park area and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The drive will take you through the Kabale-Ishaka-Bushenyi Road, with the stunning landscapes of southwestern Uganda and the area tea plantations. On arrival at Queen Elizabeth National Park, join the Kazinga Channel boat trip to enjoy possible sightings of hippos and elephants. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) 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: Elephant Hab Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps) +7 Photos +6 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Chimpanzee Trekking at Kalinzu Forest Reserve & Transfer to Kigali or Kampala/Entebbe

Day 4Chimpanzee Trekking at Kalinzu Forest Reserve & Transfer to Kigali or Kampala/Entebbe Chimpanzee Trekking at Kalinzu Forest Reserve & Transfer to Kigali or Kampala/Entebbe After breakfast, we will drive to Kalinzu Forest to experience tracking the chimpanzees in their forest home. Kalinzu Forest is a haven for chimp trekking in Uganda and visitors have more than a 50% chance of encountering the animals. If you are lucky, on the Kalinzu trek, you might encounter one of the 6 different species of primates that call the area home. These include the colobus monkey, the olive baboon, and the red-tailed monkey. After our exhilarating morning of wildlife sightings, it’s time to end the trip, and we will take you to Kigali or Kampala/Entebbe. The drive from Kalinzu Forest Reserve to Kigali or Entebbe/Kampala is about 6-7hrs. Main Destination: Kalinzu Forest Reserve (Chimps) Best Time To Go January to February and June to July (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (But it’s seldom busy) Best Weather 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 t