5 Days Uganda Safari – Chimpanzee Tracking and Gorilla Trekking Adventure

Your 5 Days Uganda Safari itinerary focusing on chimpanzee and gorilla trekking in Uganda offers an excellent opportunity to witness the incredible primate diversity and natural beauty of the country. This itinerary allows you to experience the best of Uganda’s primate tracking, from chimpanzees in Kibale Forest to mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Ensure that you secure your gorilla trekking permit in advance, as they are limited in availability and subject to high demand.

5 Days Uganda Safari Highlights

Day 1: Drive from Kampala to Kibale Forest National Park
Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale forest and Bigodi Walk
Day 3: Drive from Kibale National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Day 4: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Day 5: Drive from Bwindi Forest to Kampala

Detailed 5 Days Uganda Safari

Day 1: Drive from Kampala to Kibale Forest National Park

Departure from Kampala: Your 5 Days Uganda Safari begins with a drive from Kampala, the capital of Uganda, to Kibale Forest National Park.
Arrival in Kibale: After several hours on the road, you’ll arrive at Kibale Forest, one of the best places in East Africa for chimpanzee tracking.
Check-in: You’ll check in at your chosen lodge or accommodation within the park.

Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest and Bigodi Walk

Chimpanzee Tracking: This 5 Days Uganda Safari day begins with an exciting chimpanzee tracking adventure in Kibale Forest. You’ll embark on a guided trek to locate and observe these primates in their natural habitat.
Bigodi Wetland Walk: In the afternoon, you can take a guided nature walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, an excellent opportunity for birdwatching and enjoying the biodiversity of the area.

Day 3: Drive from Kibale National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Drive to Bwindi: After breakfast, you’ll drive from Kibale National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, another renowned location for gorilla trekking. The 5 Days Uganda Safari journey will take you through picturesque landscapes and villages.
Check-in: Upon arrival in Bwindi, you’ll check in to your chosen accommodation near the forest.

Day 4: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest

Gorilla Trekking: This is the highlight of your 5 Days Uganda Safaris tour. After a briefing at the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park headquarters, you’ll embark on a gorilla trek through the dense forest to observe a gorilla family in their natural habitat. It’s an unforgettable experience.

Day 5: Drive from Bwindi Forest to Kampala

Return to Kampala: After your gorilla trekking adventure, you’ll drive back to Kampala.
End of Tour: Your tour will conclude upon your return to Kampala, where you can continue with your onward journey or depart as per your plans.

End of 5 Days Uganda Safari

5 Days Uganda Safari Inclusions and Exclusions

Price includes:

All accommodation and meals as indicated in the itinerary on FB & BB basis
Gorilla permit fees/permit
Full-time exclusive use of a 4 x 4 Safari Jeep/Toyota Land cruiser
Full-time services of experienced English-speaking drive/guide
Bottled drinking mineral water, coffees, teas, or soft drinks while on Safaris, game drives, walks, hikes, or transfers
All Nature/Safari & Community walks as indicated in the itinerary-safari program
All airport pickups and drop off from Entebbe & back to Entebbe airport
All activities indicated & mentioned in the itinerary
A $5 per pax off as a donation to orphanage homes whose parents’ death are/were as a result of animal conflicts within conservation areas
All government related taxes

Price Excludes:

Optional Batwa community visit in Kinigi Village and the entertainment each at ($25 per person)
Laundry service in different hotels we stay
Bar bills, phone calls
Personal insurance and medical bills
Airfares
All other services of a personal nature
All services marked as Optional in the itinerary
Driver/guides/hotel staff or any other person’s gratuity