7-Day Gorilla, Chimps and Wildlife Tour in Uganda

Transfer To Kibale National Park

Day 1Transfer To Kibale National Park Transfer To Kibale National Park Today, you’ll drive west toward the lush jungles of Kibale National Park, celebrated as the primate capital of the world with an impressive 13 species of primates. You'll enjoy lunch along the way as the scenery shifts into dense tropical forest. After arriving, you can relax at your lodge or join a guided community walk to stretch your legs and experience the local culture. 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)

Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer To Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 2Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer To Queen Elizabeth National Park Chimpanzee Trekking & 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 the experience, you’ll transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse wildlife destinations, and relax on arrival. 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: Tabingi Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP +18 Photos +17 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game Drive and Boat Safari at Kazinga Channel

Day 3Game Drive and Boat Safari at Kazinga Channel Game Drive and Boat Safari at Kazinga Channel You'll start your morning with a scenic drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s premier wildlife destinations. The park is home to an incredible variety of animals, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and elusive leopards, often seen lounging in the shade. In the afternoon, you'll set off on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the world’s largest hippo populations. You’ll glide past massive pods of hippos, crocodiles basking on the banks, and large herds of elephants and buffalo coming to drink. Few places in Africa offer such consistent and close-up encounters with wildlife. In the evening, you'll continue with a sunset game drive. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Accommodation: Tabingi Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge 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 Today, you'll leave the open savannah landscapes behind and journey toward Uganda’s ancient montane forests, a dramatic change in scenery and atmosphere. As you travel deeper into the highlands, the environment becomes cooler, greener, and more densely forested — the natural home of the endangered mountain gorillas. This day marks a transition from classic wildlife viewing to one of Africa’s most remarkable forest experiences. 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 Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 5Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Today, you’ll trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is 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. After the trek, you'll come back to your lodge and rest after such an incredible adventure. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Mburo National Park

Day 6Lake Mburo National Park Lake Mburo National Park Today, you'll leave the ancient forest behind and drive to Lake Mburo National Park — Uganda’s smallest but one of its most scenic parks. After checking in and taking a short rest at your lodge, you’ll head out for an evening game drive, a great time to spot wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, impalas, and other antelope species as the light softens and animals become more active. 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)

Transfer Back to Entebbe Airport

Day 7Transfer Back to Entebbe Airport Transfer Back to Entebbe Airport After breakfast, you’ll begin your drive back to Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for memorable photos and souvenir shopping. You’re expected to arrive in Entebbe in the late afternoon or early evening, ahead of your onward flight. Main Destination: Entebbe (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: All meals 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 operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change. The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability. If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a compa