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Uganda Gorilla and Chimp Safari

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Start and end in Entebbe
4.6 (22 reviews)

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Safari
Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 12
Ages 16+

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kampala

    Kampala
    Start point
    Plot 15 Buziga Rd, Kampala, Uganda (Cassia Lodge, Hotel reception, 16:00)
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Cassia Lodge)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kampala city (lodge can arrange taxi)
    • Dinner at lodge overlooking Lake Victoria
    Landmarks
    Lake Victoria
  3. Day 2

    Kampala to Fort Portal to Kibale National Park

    Kampala to Fort Portal to Kibale National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Turaco Tree Tops Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Fort Portal
    • Journey to Kibale National Park
    Landmarks
    Fort Portal
    Kibale National Park
    Mountains of the Moon
  4. Day 3

    Kibale National Park

    Kibale National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Turaco Tree Tops Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Café Kibale community café
    • Guided nature walk and chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
    • Guided Swamp Walk through Wetland Sanctuary in Bigodi (or Village Walk as alternative)
    Landmarks
    Kibale Forest
    Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
  5. Day 4

    Kibale National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park

    Kibale National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Enganzi Game Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk in Rwenzori Mountains foothills
    • Visit to waterfall
    • Local village interaction
    Landmarks
    Rwenzori Mountains
    Queen Elizabeth National Park
  6. Day 5

    Queen Elizabeth National Park

    Queen Elizabeth National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Enganzi Game Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Morning game drive to Ugandan kobs mating ground
    • Boat cruise along Kazinga Channel
    Landmarks
    Kazinga Channel
    Lake Edward
    Lake George
  7. Day 6

    Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi National Park

    Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Haven Lodge and Rest Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Short game drive in Ishasha sector
    Landmarks
    Ishasha Sector
    Bwindi National Park
  8. Day 7

    Bwindi National Park

    Bwindi National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Haven Lodge and Rest Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Guided mountain gorilla tracking in Bwindi
    Landmarks
    Bwindi National Park
  9. Day 8

    Bwindi National Park

    Bwindi National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Haven Lodge and Rest Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Guided nature/village walk in Bwindi surroundings (or gorilla trek if not done on Day 7)
    Landmarks
    Bwindi National Park
  10. Day 9

    Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park

    Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Rwakobo Rock Safari Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Igongo Cultural Centre in Mbarara
    • Night game drive in search of leopard
    Landmarks
    Igongo Cultural Centre
    Lake Mburo National Park
  11. Day 10

    Lake Mburo National Park

    Lake Mburo National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Rwakobo Rock Safari Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking safari on the plains
    • Boat trip on Lake Mburo
    Landmarks
    Lake Mburo
  12. Day 11

    Lake Mburo to Entebbe

    Lake Mburo to Entebbe
    End point
    Entebbe, Uganda (Entebbe Airport, Departures Hall, 16:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Private dayroom at guesthouse (available until 9pm, extra charge if wanted for solo use)

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4.6
Overall rating based on 22 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.7
  • Transport
    3.8
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.5
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  • Robert4.2•January 2023
    Gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, Kazinga Chanel, Lake Mbuto walking safari.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Peter4.5•February 2023
    Obviously meeting Mountain Gorillas face to face only 2 metres away. Trip exceeded all my expectations, cannot...
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    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Nancy5.0•January 2023
    The gorilla trek was the highlight but each day offered something amazing.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Stephen4.0•August 2023
    Undoubtedly the highlight was our encounter with the Gorillas closely followed by the experience of witnessing...
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    Traveled in July 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Paul4.2•July 2023
    Seeing the gorilla’s
    Traveled in July 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Fabrice4.3•August 2023
    meeting the animals in the real context. the gorilla and elephants
    Traveled in July 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Teresa4.5•August 2023
    Trekking mountain gorillas
    Traveled in July 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Edwina4.5•August 2023
    The most wonderful experiences were when we were close to the animals, especially as they were in their environments....
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    Traveled in August 2023
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  • Janet4.5•August 2023
    Highlights: Gorillas, chimps, animals and birds generally, people (so friendly), guide( driver, mechanic, fixer in...
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    Traveled in August 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Gregory4.5•August 2023
    All the experiences were amazing but the Chimpanzee tracking and Gorilla tracking experiences were beyond any...
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    Traveled in August 2023
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    Asked on November 23rd, 2022

    My wife has altitude problems. What are the highest elevations while on the trip and the altitude of the safari lodges that we will be staying in. Is there oxygen available?

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      Tracy

      Traveler•Written November 2022

      What is the best time to visit? We are flexible. I understand that there is a rainy season to avoid.

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      Tracy

      Traveler•Written November 2022

      What is the quality and names of the lodges. This trip to Uganda seems more expensive than others. Is there a reason?

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      Tracy

      Traveler•Written November 2022

      Is it possible to do a second session with the gorillas?

    • Explore!Operator•Written November 2022

      Most of the trip will be on the comfortable altitude 1200-1600m. There are two places Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi National parks with the highest possible altitude around 3400m but most of the part we're driving, not walking. I will ask our product team about availability of oxygen in the rooms and maybe they will have something to add about altitude.

    • Explore!Operator•Written November 2022

      Although conditions are tropical, hot and humid in the centre and west, the rest of Uganda has a pleasant and comfortable climate. The dry season is generally from December to early March and June to the end of August/early September. Temperature can vary from around 28°C during the day to 12°C in the evening. High mountain areas become much cooler at night. Most of Uganda experiences a double rainy season. Rainfall is moderate, only exceeding 1250mm a year in the higher areas. But it may rain at any time of the year, particularly in equatorial rainforest such as Bwindi.

    • Explore!Operator•Written November 2022

      Please, see the name of the hotels in Trip notes I've attached to this message. All the accommodation is on comfortable or premium basis.

    • Explore!Operator•Written November 2022

      It will be possible to add some extra activities and visiting gorillas for a second session. Here is the list of the options we can offer: Lake Mburo - Boat Safari $35, Bwindi - Guided community walk - US$25 per person; Guided nature walk to waterfalls in Bwindi Forest - US$70 per person; Basket weaving community visit $20 per person.

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