Uganda 4-Day Gorillas, Wildlife & Chimpanzee Safari Holiday

Enjoy the best 4-day gorillas, wildlife & chimpanzee safari holiday, offering you the opportunity to spot creatures from Uganda’s myriad of natural wonders. See the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, catch a glimpse of the tree-climbing lions, and venture into the natural wonderland that is Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve, famous for its numerous species of trees and primates.

Tour Highlights:
Track the rare mountain gorillas through the mountains of Bwindi National Park
Spot the unique tree-climbing lions, as they lazily hang from candelabra trees in the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park
Observe other animals in the QE National Park such as hippopotamus, leopards, and elephants
Follow the trails of chimpanzees through Kalinzu Forest, also home to six other species of primates
Explore the flora and fauna in Kalinzu Forest with its 414 species of trees and 378 species of birds

Price from: $2,500.00

Price up to: $3,000.00

Duration: 4 days

Overview

Embark on a 4-day gorillas, wildlife & chimpanzee safari holiday in Uganda for an unforgettable adventure!

Itinerary

4-day gorillas, wildlife & chimpanzee safari holiday in Uganda: Itinerary.

Day 1: Transfer from Kigali, Rwanda to Bwindi National Park in Uganda
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.

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking 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, 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.

Day 3: 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.

Day 4: 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.