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Uganda: Gorilla trekking adventure

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Mountain Gorilla’s of Bwindi

During this journey through the highlands of Uganda, we will travel through a range of ecosystems using a blend of hiking trails and 4WDs to explore each area. Uganda’s variety makes for a fascinating proposition on this journey, from the dense forests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to the plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park.

While the mountain gorilla is likely to be the main draw for many guests, we will also spend time trekking among chimpanzees in two distinct equatorial forest regions and on game drives whilst enjoying a more traditional safari.

Daily Summary

Day
1

Arrive Entebbe

Upon arrival into Entebbe airport, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your hotel. Time permitting you may wish to visit Ngamba Island, a sanctuary for orphaned chimpanzees on Lake Victoria.

No meals included on this day
Accommodation in Best Western Entebbe
Days
2-3

South to Bwindi

This morning, transfer to Entebbe Airport for a short flight (approximately 1.5 hours) to Kihihi, followed by a 2-hour drive to Bwindi, the gateway to the renowned Impenetrable Forest. The next day, trek into Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for an encounter with the mountain gorillas.

Breakfast in your hotel, lunch, dinner at your lodge
Accommodation in Buhoma Lodge
Day
4

Gorilla Trekking / QENP

Today offers a second opportunity to visit the mountain gorillas before continuing by road to the Ishasha region of Queen Elizabeth National Park for a two-night stay. The following day, explore the Ishasha region on game drives, known for its abundant wildlife, including large populations of elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion, and zebra.

Breakfast and dinner in your lodge, picnic lunch
Accommodation in Ishasha Wilderness Camp
Day
6

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Today we will travel to the northern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. In the afternoon, embark on a tranquil boat cruise through the Kazinga Channel, a 32-kilometre stretch of water connecting Lake Edward and Lake George, attracting wildlife to its shores.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner in camp
Elephant Plains Camp
Day
7

Chimps of Kyambura Gorge

Kyambura Gorge presents the first opportunity to trek with chimpanzee on our trip. Meeting with the rangers early in the morning we will then descend into the gorge and listen for the calls of the chimpanzee as we track them through the forest.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner in camp
Elephant Plains Camp
Days
8-9

Kibale Forest

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park before heading to Kibale. Known for its diverse ecosystem of forest, grassland, and swamp, Kibale is home to rich wildlife, including red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus, and chimpanzees. Here, you’ll have a second opportunity to track chimpanzees, offering a different experience from Kyambura Gorge, as the chimps in Kibale are more accustomed to human presence, making the trek less physically demanding.

Breakfast and dinner in your lodge, picnic lunch
Primate Lodge
Day
10

Return to Entebbe

Today we will complete our journey, with a drive of approximately seven hours back to Entebbe. The drive is a scenic one, passing through the Matiri Central Forest Reserve along the way and into Kampala.

Breakfast in your lodge, picnic lunch
No accommodation included on this day

Frequently Asked Questions

Uganda: Gorilla Trekking Adventure

How many people in the group?

There is a maximum of eight guests on this safari, as this matches the maximum number permitted on a gorilla trek.

Is the departure guaranteed?

Yes, all of our departures are guaranteed

When is the best time for this safari?

The best time for gorilla trekking in Uganda is generally during the dry seasons from June to September and December to February, when trails are less challenging, and trekking conditions are favorable. The wetter months, however, offer lush scenery and fewer visitors.

Do I need to be very fit?

A certain degree of fitness is required when tracking both the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in Uganda. Whilst it does not require an athletic level of fitness, those without a base level of fitness may find the treks uncomfortable

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