5 Days Ultimate Gorillas & Chimpanzees Encounter-2026
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5 Days Ultimate Gorillas & Chimpanzees Encounter
Tour Overview:
Experience the best of Uganda’s primate adventures on this unforgettable 5-day journey through lush rainforests and scenic landscapes. This safari combines thrilling chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park and the once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Forest
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
- Guided Bigodi Swamp Walk
- Scenic drives through Uganda’s countryside
- Views of the Virunga Volcanoes
From the vibrant town of Fort Portal to the breathtaking hills of southwestern Uganda, this safari offers a perfect blend of wildlife, culture, and nature.
Whether you choose a comfortable lodge stay or a budget-friendly camping option, this tour promises an authentic African adventure with expert guides, well-planned routes, and unforgettable encounters with endangered primates.
DURATION: 5 days / 4 nights on the trip
TYPE: Comfortable and Budget Safari
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
-Gorilla tracking
-Chimp Walk (1 chimp walk in Kibale)
-Swamp Walk (1 chimp walk in Kibale)
DETAILED/SAFARI/TOUR ITINERARY:
Day 1: Travel to Kibale Forest National Park
- Morning: Pick-up from your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala and begin the scenic drive to Kibale Forest National Park (±6.5 hours).
– The journey passes through lush countryside, papyrus wetlands, and small towns like Mubende, known for its tasty roadside barbecue.
– Continue to Fort Portal, a beautiful town nestled at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains and home to the world’s youngest monarch.
- Afternoon: Stop for lunch in Fort Portal.
- Evening: Proceed to Kibale Forest Camp, located near the tropical rainforest.
– Overnight at the lodge.
Comfortable: Kibale Forest Camp (Self-Contained Safari Tent)
Budget: Kibale Forest Camp (Non-Self-Contained Tent)
Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Swamp Walk
- Morning: After breakfast, set out for chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, home to over 1,400 chimps and 12 other primate species.
– Enjoy sightings of red-tailed, black-and-white colobus, and blue monkeys, along with rich birdlife and forest flora.
- Afternoon: Take a guided community walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, famous for turacos, papyrus gonoleks, and sitatungas.
- Optional: Chimp Habituation Experience (full-day activity, +$50 per person).
Comfortable: Kibale Forest Camp (Self-Contained Safari Tent)
Budget: Kibale Forest Camp (Non-Self-Contained Tent)
Day 3: Travel to Kisoro
- Morning: After breakfast, depart for Kisoro in southwestern Uganda (±5 hours).
– The route winds through breathtaking landscapes known as the “Switzerland of Africa”, passing terraced hillsides, rainforests, and traditional villages.
- Afternoon: Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
– Relax and enjoy views of the Virunga Volcanoes at the horizon.
–Overnight at the lodge.
Comfortable: Travelers Rest Hotel Kisoro or Gorilla Valley Lodge (Self-Contained Room)
Budget: Travelers Rest Hotel Kisoro or Gorilla Valley Lodge (Self-Contained Room)
Day 4: Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Early morning: After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before your trek.
– Embark on an unforgettable hike through the dense forest to find one of Bwindi’s gorilla families.
– Once located, spend up to one hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat — an awe-inspiring wildlife encounter.
- Afternoon: Return to your lodge for relaxation and reflection.
Comfortable: Travellers Rest Hotel Kisoro or Gorilla Valley Lodge (Self-Contained Room)
Budget: Travellers Rest Hotel Kisoro or Gorilla Valley Lodge (Self-Contained Room)
Day 5: Return to Entebbe
- Morning: After breakfast, begin the scenic drive back to Entebbe (±9 hours).
– Enjoy views of bamboo forests and rolling hills, stopping in Mbarara for lunch.
– Visit the Equator line near Kayabwe for photos, coffee, and souvenir shopping.
- Evening: Drop-off at your Entebbe or Kampala hotel, or transfer to Entebbe Airport for your onward flight.
PRICE PER PERSON IN USD $:USING A LAND CRUISER
Comfortable accommodation
USD $2,473 for one person going alone on the trip including the single supplement.
USD $1,666 per person sharing for 2 people
USD $1,457 Per Person sharing for 3 people
USD $1,353 per person sharing for 4 people
USD $1,290 per person sharing for 5 people
USD $1,248 per person sharing for 6 people
USD $1208 per person for 7 people sharing
SINGLE OCCUPANCY PAYS USD $130 MORE FOR SINGLE SUPPLEMENT IN A ROOM.
Budget accommodation (Lazy camping)
USD $2,323 for one person going alone on the trip including the single supplement.
USD $1,606 per person sharing for 2 people
USD $1,397 Per Person sharing for 3 people
USD $1,293 per person sharing for 4 people
USD $1,230 per person sharing for 5 people
USD $1,188 per person sharing for 6 people
USD $1,159 per person sharing for 7 people
SINGLE OCCUPANCY PAYS USD $100 MORE FOR SINGLE SUPPLEMENT IN A ROOM.
NOTE:-The first and last night in the Hotels in Entebbe as mentioned in the itinerary (We have a guesthouse in Entebbe and a double is USD $85 and single is USD $65 including Breakfast and Airport transfers)
- Flights not included but available upon request subject to availability.
INSURANCE: Clients should take care of the Medical and Travel Insurance.
