7 Days Best of Uganda Primate Safari – Gorilla & Chimps. offers an immersive journey through the country’s most celebrated primate and wildlife destinations. From the lush forests of Kibale and Bwindi to the open savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park, the itinerary blends adventure, scenery, and conservation. Track chimpanzees and mountain gorillas, encounter golden monkeys, enjoy classic game drives and boat safaris, and experience Uganda’s remarkable biodiversity while traveling through some of its most scenic landscapes.

Tour Details

Day 1: Drive to Kibale Forest National Park

Your safari begins with a scenic drive from Kampala or Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park. Enjoy changing landscapes, tea plantations, and rural villages en route. Arrive in the afternoon, check in, relax, and prepare for primate encounters.

Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary Walk

After an early breakfast, head into Kibale Forest for an unforgettable chimpanzee tracking experience with expert guides. Later, enjoy a guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, discovering rich birdlife, primates, and fascinating community-led conservation initiatives.

Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Depart Kibale after breakfast and drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy scenic views of crater lakes and the Rwenzori Mountains. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by relaxation or an optional evening game drive within the park.

Accommodation: Eshama Game Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Game Drive, Boat Cruise and Transfer to Bwindi

Start the day with a morning game drive, spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes. Later, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. In the afternoon, drive through scenic countryside to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Accommodation: Bakiga Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Gorilla Trekking and Drive to Mgahinga

After an early briefing, venture into Bwindi Forest for a life-changing gorilla trekking experience. Spend magical moments with a habituated gorilla family. After the trek, drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, arriving in the evening for overnight.

Accommodation: Ikazze Cottages Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Golden Monkey Tracking in Mgahinga

Begin the day with golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga’s bamboo forests. Observe these playful and endangered primates in their natural habitat. The rest of the day is spent relaxing, enjoying scenic views of the Virunga Volcanoes and surrounding landscapes.

Accommodation: Ikazze Cottages Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Drive to Kampala or Entebbe

After breakfast, begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe. Enjoy scenic countryside views and make en-route stops for photography and souvenirs. Arrive in the late afternoon, marking the end of an unforgettable Uganda primate and wildlife safari.

Accommodation: No Accommodation

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch