8 Day Primates of Uganda Safari
Discover Uganda's Remarkable Primates and Rainforests
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What to know
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destination: Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi
Start: Entebbe or Kampala
End: Entebbe or Kampala
Transport: Private Vehicle
Gorilla Permit: Included
Best Time: Year-Round
Activity Level: Moderate
Highlights
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Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
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Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
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Bigodi Wetland Community Walk
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Wildlife Viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
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Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
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Lake Bunyonyi Relaxation
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Scenic Crater Lake Landscapes
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Private Driver Guide Throughout
From US$2,650 Per Person
Based on 4 travellers sharing value-comfort accommodation.
Overview
Journey through Uganda's lush forests and encounter some of Africa's most fascinating primates. Track endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, follow wild chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, and search for colorful monkey species in some of Uganda's most biodiverse habitats.
Designed for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, this private safari combines unforgettable primate encounters, scenic landscapes, and authentic experiences in Uganda's most rewarding forest destinations.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1 Journey to Kibale Forest
Depart Entebbe or Kampala and travel west through Uganda's scenic countryside.
Pass tea plantations, local communities, and crater lake landscapes before arriving at Kibale Forest National Park.
Overnight in Kibale Forest
Day 2 Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland
Track wild chimpanzees in Kibale Forest with experienced ranger guides.
Later, enjoy a guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its birds, monkeys, and community conservation initiatives.
Overnight in Kibale Forest
Day 3 Crater Lakes & Queen Elizabeth National Park
Travel through the scenic crater lake region before continuing to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Enjoy wildlife viewing en route to your lodge.
Overnight in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 4 Safari & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Morning game drive in search of elephants, buffalo, lions, antelope, and other wildlife.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, one of Africa's best wildlife viewing waterways.
Overnight in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 5 Ishasha Sector & Bwindi Forest
Travel through the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions, before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Overnight in Bwindi Forest
Day 6 Gorilla Trekking Experience
After a ranger briefing, trek through Bwindi Forest in search of a mountain gorilla family.
Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing these remarkable primates in their natural habitat.
Overnight in Bwindi Forest
Day 7 Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast, travel to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda's most beautiful lakes.
Relax, enjoy the scenery, or take an optional canoe excursion.
Overnight at Lake Bunyonyi
Day 8 Return to Entebbe
Begin your journey back to Entebbe or Kampala.
Stop at the Uganda Equator for photographs and lunch before continuing to your hotel or airport.
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