5-Day Gorillas, Chimps, Queen Elizabeth, Lake Bunyonyi

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Day 1Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park Today, you will drive south to the jungle of Kibale, best known as the primate capital of the world with about 13 species of primates. You will have lunch along the way. You can choose to relax at the lodge or take a guided walk in the community after the long drive. 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: Isunga Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) +9 Photos +8 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 2Morning Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park Morning Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park You’ll start the day with chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park, home to the highest concentration of primates in Africa. The park shelters over 1,500 chimpanzees, as well as several other species such as red colobus and L’Hoest’s monkeys. After a briefing from the park rangers, you’ll set off into the forest in search of a chimpanzee troop. Once you find them, you’ll spend up to one unforgettable hour observing their behavior — watching them feed, play, and interact in their natural habitat. After a day of trekking, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will head to the Kazinga Channel for an afternoon boat safari. The Kazinga Channel is a natural waterway that connects Lake Edward and Lake George, which are both renowned for their rich diversity. During the boat safari, you can expect to see hippos, crocodiles, buffalos, and numerous bird species. Proceed with an late afternoon game drive before you go back to the lodge for dinner and overnight. 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 LeopardOcca

Morning GAme drive and Bwindi Imperitable Forest

Day 3Morning GAme drive and Bwindi Imperitable Forest Morning GAme drive and Bwindi Imperitable Forest Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. This is the perfect time to search for the park’s legendary tree-climbing lions, often seen draped across the branches of ancient fig trees as they survey their kingdom below. Keep your eyes open for elephants, buffalo, hyenas, and a host of antelope species that roam the plains in the cool morning hours. After your wildlife adventure, continue your journey south toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. As the scenery shifts from savannah to lush, terraced hills and dense rainforest, you’ll feel the anticipation build — Bwindi is the home of Uganda’s mountain gorillas and one of Africa’s most remarkable landscapes. 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 in

Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi

Day 4Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi Today, you’ll trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest — home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. After a short briefing, you'll set off with your guide into the forest to track one of the habituated gorilla families. Once located, you’ll spend one unforgettable hour observing them up close — playing, moving through the trees, and interacting with each other in their natural environment. This is the highlight of any trip to Uganda and an experience that leaves a lasting impression. After the trek, you will continue your adventure to Lake Bunyonyi. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return to Entebbe

Day 5Return to Entebbe Return to Entebbe You'll start your day at Lake Bunyonyi, one of the most beautiful and serene spots in Uganda. Surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with 29 small islands, this lake is Africa’s second deepest — and completely free of crocodiles and hippos, making it ideal for a peaceful experience. For guests with a late-night flight, an optional canoe trek offers a final bit of adventure and a chance to explore the lake more closely. Afterwards, you'll begin your scenic drive back to Entebbe, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening. Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi 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 price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Wild Uganda, not SafariBookings. This