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Uganda Gorillas & Chimpanzee Trekking with Wildlife safari

This itinerary is planned around Uganda and can be adjusted for budget, lodge level, transport style, and add-on activities.

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This itinerary is planned around Uganda and can be adjusted for budget, lodge level, transport style, and add-on activities.

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Overview Itinerary

Overview

Experience the thrill of gorilla and chimpanzee trekking in Uganda, combined with an unforgettable wildlife safari in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks. Enjoy scenic cycling adventures around Lake Mburo, immersing yourself in breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the rich culture that makes Uganda a truly unique destination.

Included

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)

Chimp permits (One per person, non-resident)

Park fees (For non-residents)

A professional driver/guide

Meals

All Taxes/VAT

Drinking water on all days

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Itinerary

Day 1. Depart Kampala for Murchison Falls National Park

Start the day with a hotel pick-up and head to Murchison Falls National Park, stopping at Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch to track rhinos in their natural habitat. Enjoy lunch along the way at Kabalega Resort Masindi before continuing to the park for a hike to the top of the falls, where the Nile thunders through a narrow gorge. Wrap up the day with dinner and an overnight stay at Red Chilli Rest Camp.

Day 2. Morning/Evening Game drive & a Boat cruise

Start with coffee or tea before a guided game drive and bush breakfast in the wild. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat trip on the Nile, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and elephants while taking in Uganda’s beauty. Return for lunch, then head out for an evening game drive to watch the sunset, followed by dinner and overnight at Red Chilli Rest Camp.

Day 3. Transfer to Fort Portal, Amabere Cave visit

After breakfast, make your way to Chimpanzee Forest Lodge near Kibale National Park, stopping at Amabere Cave in Fort Portal to soak in its lush greenery and cascading waterfalls steeped in local legend. Have lunch en route before checking in for the night.

Day 4. Chimpanzee trekking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Start the day with a hearty breakfast before setting off on an exciting trek to spot chimpanzees in the lush forests ofale National Park. After your adventure, continue the journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, pausing along the way for a relaxing lunch and a memorable photo opportunity at the Equator. Arrive at your destination in the evening and check in for an overnight stay, ready to unwind prepare for the next day’s exploration and breathtaking wildlife encounters.

Day 5. Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, check out and head out for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, soaking in the stunning sights of golden savannahs, misty lakes, and incredible wildlife like lions, elephants, and hippos. Continue on to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, stopping for lunch along the way, before checking in and settling down for the night at Bakinga Lodge.

Day 6. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast, check out and head to the park for a briefing before your mountain gorilla trekking adventure. Wander through lush forests, come face-to-face with majestic gorillas in their natural habitat, and soak in unforgettable moments surrounded by stunning scenery and vibrant wildlife. Later continue on to Lake Mburo National Park, stopping for lunch along the way. Check in and spend the night at Leopard Rest Camp.

Day 7. Lake Mburo National Park to Kampala

Kick off your morning with a coffee or tea at Leopard Rest Camp before heading out on a cycling safari through rolling savannah, acacia woodlands, and past zebras, antelopes, and warthogs. Ride at a gentle pace, soaking in the sights and sounds of nature while enjoying a mix of wildlife encounters, stunning scenery, and eco-friendly adventure.

After breakfast, check out and make your way to Kampala, stopping at the Equator for a quick visit. Enjoy lunch along the way before arriving back in the city.

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Yes. Use the enquiry form or WhatsApp CTA to share dates, traveler count, budget level, and any activities you want added or removed.

What does the price include?

Use the overview inclusions and exclusions as the starting point. Final quotes depend on lodge category, rooming, transport style, permits, and season.

How early should I enquire?

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Departure and return: Tell us your arrival city and flight dates; your written quote will confirm pickup and drop-off.
Route: Depart Kampala for Murchison Falls National Park → Morning/Evening Game drive & a Boat cruise → Transfer to Fort Portal, Amabere Cave visit → Chimpanzee trekking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park → Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park → Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Lake Mburo National Park → Lake Mburo National Park to Kampala
Accommodation: We will propose named properties and room arrangements for your dates. Lodge availability is confirmed during quotation.
Price basis: Request a quote. Your quote will state the currency, traveler count, room-sharing assumptions, permit fees, inclusions and exclusions.

Catalog inclusions: All transportation (Unless labeled as optional); All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade); Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident); Chimp permits (One per person, non-resident); Park fees (For non-residents); A professional driver/guide; Meals ; All Taxes/VAT; Drinking water on all days. Confirm final scope in your quote.

Catalog exclusions: International flights (From/to home); Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour; Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.); Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees.

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