7 Days Gorillas, Chimps and Wildlife Safari in Uganda

Experience the best of Uganda on this unforgettable 7 Days Gorillas, Chimps and Wildlife Safari. This safari takes you to some of Uganda’s most famous national parks, where you will enjoy gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, wildlife game drives, boat cruises, bird watching, and beautiful landscapes. It is the perfect safari for travellers who want to see Uganda’s most famous primates and wildlife in one amazing trip. This 7 days Uganda safari combines Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the endangered mountain gorillas, Kibale Forest National Park, known as the primate capital of the world, and Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most popular wildlife destination. Along the way, you will enjoy excellent opportunities to see elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, monkeys, birds, and many other wildlife species. Whether you are visiting Uganda for the first time or returning for another adventure, this gorilla trekking and wildlife safari offers an incredible experience filled with nature, wildlife, and unforgettable memories.

Safari Highlights

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park
• Wildlife game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
• Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha Sector
• Bird watching opportunities
• Scenic drives through Uganda’s beautiful countryside
• Experienced safari guide
• Comfortable safari accommodation options

Day 1: Pick Up and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Your safari guide will pick you up from Entebbe International Airport, your hotel, or any agreed location and begin the journey to Kibale Forest National Park. The drive offers beautiful views of tea plantations, villages, rolling hills, and local communities. Upon arrival, check into your lodge, relax, and prepare for the chimpanzee tracking adventure the following day.

Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

After breakfast, head to Kibale Forest National Park headquarters for a briefing before starting your chimpanzee tracking experience. Kibale is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and several other primate species, including red colobus monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys, and L’Hoest’s monkeys. The chimpanzee trek offers an exciting opportunity to observe these intelligent primates in their natural habitat. After the trek, return for lunch and later enjoy a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its rich birdlife and wildlife.

Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of the most visited wildlife parks in Uganda. The park is famous for its diverse wildlife, beautiful scenery, crater lakes, and bird species. Enjoy a game drive on arrival where you may spot elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and other wildlife. Check into your lodge and relax for the evening.

Day 4: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains. This area offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and chances of seeing lions, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, antelopes, and many bird species. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This natural waterway connects Lake Edward and Lake George and is home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of hippos. You may also see crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and many water birds along the shoreline.

Day 5: Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions and Transfer to Bwindi

After breakfast, drive through the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. Search for these unique lions resting in fig trees before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive at your lodge near the gorilla trekking sector, check in, and prepare for the next day’s unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure.

Day 6: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Today is the highlight of your Uganda safari. After an early breakfast, report to the park headquarters for a gorilla trekking briefing. Accompanied by experienced park rangers, enter the forest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek can take a few hours depending on the location of the gorillas. Once found, you will spend one magical hour observing them as they feed, play, and interact. Meeting mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is one of the most rewarding wildlife experiences in the world and a lifetime dream for many travellers.

After the trek, return to the lodge for relaxation and celebration of your achievement.

Day 7: Return to Entebbe

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe. Enjoy scenic views of Uganda’s countryside and stop at the Equator for photographs and souvenir shopping. Arrive in Entebbe later in the day for your departure flight or hotel drop-off, marking the end of your unforgettable 7 Days Gorillas, Chimps and Wildlife Safari in Uganda.

Safari Includes

• Gorilla trekking permit
• Chimpanzee tracking permit
• Park entrance fees
• Game drives
• Kazinga Channel boat cruise
• Professional English-speaking safari guide
• Private safari vehicle
• Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
• Bottled drinking water during the safari
• Airport transfers

Safari Excludes

• International flights
• Uganda visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Why Book This Safari with Uganda Wildlife And Herping Safaris?

Uganda Wildlife And Herping Safaris specialises in gorilla trekking tours, chimpanzee tracking safaris, wildlife safaris, bird watching tours, reptile and amphibian expeditions, and custom Uganda safari holidays. Our experienced team offers reliable service, knowledgeable guides, comfortable safari vehicles, and carefully planned itineraries to ensure every traveller enjoys the best safari experience possible.

We help individuals, couples, families, photographers, researchers, and adventure travellers discover the incredible wildlife and natural beauty of Uganda.

Book Your 7 Days Gorillas, Chimps and Wildlife Safari Today

Ready to experience mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, elephants, lions, hippos, and Uganda’s breathtaking landscapes? Contact Uganda Wildlife And Herping Safaris today for a free safari quote and let our team help you plan the perfect Uganda wildlife adventure. We offer competitive safari prices, flexible itineraries, expert local guides, and unforgettable wildlife experiences that create memories for a lifetime.