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Chimps & Gorillas of Uganda

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11 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
14 peopleMaximum group size
16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Highlights

Discover Uganda’s incredible wildlife with the guides who know them best

Track chimpanzees and other primates in Kibale Forest with an expert local guide

Trek through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to spend an unforgettable hour with mountain gorillas

Search for tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Game drive in Lake Mburo National Park, home to zebras, giraffes and impala

Itinerary

Step into a living wildlife documentary on the “Chimps & Gorillas of Uganda” tour, an 11-day guided journey starting and ending in Entebbe. Tailored for seniors with a spirit for adventure, this moderate-activity trip takes you deep into Uganda’s most renowned national parks and reserves.

Track chimpanzees in the lush Kibale Forest, search for zebras and leopards at Lake Mburo National Park, and embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek through Bwindi’s dense jungle to spend an hour with mountain gorillas. The itinerary balances thrilling wildlife encounters with comfortable accommodations and expert guidance, ensuring an enriching and accessible experience.

The tour’s main activity—wildlife watching—is enhanced by intimate group sizes and knowledgeable guides, maximizing your chances of observing rare species. Its unique selling point is the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience, a rare opportunity to witness these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

For those who dream of Africa’s wild heart, this Uganda trip promises extraordinary memories and profound connections with nature.

day 1Adventure starts in Entebbe

Our adventure begins in Entebbe, a city on the north shore of Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa. As many flights arrive late in the evening, there are no activities scheduled today.
Want more time in Entebbe? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.
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day 2Drive to Kibale Forest

day 3Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale; visit Bigodi wetlands

day 4Optional second chimpanzee trek; Crater Lakes hike

day 5To Bwindi National Park

day 6Day at leisure with optional activities

day 7Mountain gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

day 8Optional second mountain gorilla trek

day 9To Lake Mburo National Park

day 10Game drive; optional game walk or boat safari

day 11Drive to Entebbe where this adventure ends

What's Included

Accommodation
All accommodation: 10 Comfort nights (hotels/lodges)
Meals
All breakfasts, 10 lunches and nine dinners
Transport
Immersive itinerary with all transport (including specially designed 4×4 vehicles) and listed activitiesArrival transfer for any flight, group departure transfer available
Guide
Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure
Others
One chimp permit and one gorilla permit

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