6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari
6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari
Discover the best of Uganda on our 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari, an unforgettable journey combining primate encounters, spectacular national parks, scenic landscapes, and authentic African experiences. This carefully planned Uganda safari takes you to Kibale Forest National Park for chimpanzee tracking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for wildlife viewing, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for mountain gorilla trekking.
With World Blossom Safaris, you will travel with an experienced English-speaking driver-guide, enjoy comfortable safari transportation, and explore Uganda’s remarkable biodiversity at a pace designed to make your journey memorable.
Whether you are a couple, solo traveler, wildlife enthusiast, photographer, or first-time visitor to Africa, this 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari offers an exciting opportunity to experience Uganda’s famous primates and savannah wildlife in one adventure.
Tour Highlights
- Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park.
- Wildlife game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.
- Opportunities to see elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, hippos, and other wildlife.
- Scenic drives through Uganda’s countryside and highlands.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced driver-guide.
- Personalized safari planning and assistance from World Blossom Safaris.
Detailed 6-Day Uganda Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Your 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari begins with a pickup from Entebbe or Kampala by your World Blossom Safaris driver-guide. After a short briefing, travel west through Uganda’s beautiful countryside, passing rural communities, green hills, farms, and traditional trading centers.
Enjoy a stop for lunch along the way before continuing toward Kibale Forest National Park, one of Africa’s best destinations for chimpanzee tracking.
Arrive at your lodge, relax, and prepare for the next day’s primate adventure. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy views of the surrounding countryside or take a short community walk if time permits.
Meal plan: Lunch and dinner, depending on your pickup time and accommodation arrangement.
Accommodation: Lodge near Kibale Forest National Park.
Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority staff before entering Kibale Forest in search of wild chimpanzees.
Follow experienced park guides through the tropical forest as you look for chimpanzees feeding, communicating, grooming, and moving through the trees. You may also encounter other primates, forest birds, and fascinating plant species.
Chimpanzee tracking is one of the major highlights of this 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari, offering an exciting opportunity to observe our closest living relatives in their natural habitat.
After the activity, enjoy lunch and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive at your lodge, check in, and relax as you prepare for the following day’s wildlife activities.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge in or near Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Rise early for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse wildlife destinations. Explore the savannah plains with your driver-guide as you search for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, waterbucks, warthogs, and other wildlife. Lions and leopards may also be spotted, although sightings are never guaranteed.
Return for lunch before heading to the Kazinga Channel for a memorable boat cruise. The channel connects Lake Edward and Lake George and attracts large numbers of hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and waterbirds.
Enjoy opportunities for wildlife photography and birdwatching while learning about the park’s ecosystems from your guide.
This wildlife-rich day adds another dimension to your 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari, combining primate adventures with classic African safari experiences.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge in or near Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, begin your journey toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to a significant population of endangered mountain gorillas.
Depending on your selected gorilla trekking sector and accommodation, the route may pass through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. A wildlife stop can be arranged when road conditions, timing, and your itinerary allow, but sightings are not guaranteed.
Continue through southwestern Uganda’s rolling hills, terraced farmland, and rural communities before arriving at your lodge near Bwindi.
Your guide will explain the following day’s gorilla trekking arrangements and help you prepare for the forest adventure.
This part of your 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari takes you into one of the most spectacular landscapes in East Africa.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge near your confirmed gorilla trekking sector in Bwindi.
Day 5: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today is the highlight of your 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari.
After an early breakfast, travel to the designated park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. You will then enter the forest with your assigned guides and trackers to search for a habituated mountain gorilla family.
The trek can take several hours depending on the gorillas’ location and the terrain. Bwindi’s forest trails may be steep, muddy, or slippery, so a reasonable level of fitness is helpful. When you find the gorillas, you will have a strictly regulated period to observe them from the permitted distance and learn about their behavior, family relationships, and conservation.
Watching a mountain gorilla family in its natural habitat is a powerful wildlife experience and a highlight for many visitors to Uganda.
After trekking, return to your lodge to relax and reflect on the encounter. Depending on time and your interests, an optional community or cultural experience may be arranged at an additional cost.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Important: Gorilla trekking permits must be confirmed in advance. Availability is limited, and the permit price depends on the applicable official rates and traveler category.
Day 6: Return to Entebbe or Kampala
Enjoy breakfast at your lodge before beginning the return journey to Kampala or Entebbe. Along the way, admire the beautiful countryside and enjoy planned stops for refreshments and lunch, depending on your route and schedule.
Your driver-guide will drop you at your agreed destination, airport, or hotel.
This marks the end of your 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari with World Blossom Safaris, leaving you with lasting memories of Uganda’s mountain gorillas, wild chimpanzees, and remarkable wildlife.
Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch, depending on your transfer schedule.
End of safari.
What Is Included in the 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari?
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, subject to vehicle availability.
- English-speaking driver-guide.
- Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off as agreed.
- Accommodation for five nights, according to the selected package.
- Meals as specified in the final itinerary.
- Chimpanzee tracking permit, if confirmed in your quotation.
- Mountain gorilla trekking permit, if confirmed in your quotation.
- Queen Elizabeth National Park entry fees and planned wildlife activities, as specified in the quotation.
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise, if included in the confirmed package.
- Fuel and transportation for the agreed itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water during scheduled safari drives, subject to the package terms.
What Is Excluded?
- International flights.
- Uganda visa and travel insurance.
- Personal expenses, laundry, and souvenirs.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Additional drinks and meals not specified in the itinerary.
- Optional activities not included in your quotation.
- Porter fees, where applicable.
- Any permits, park activities, or services not specifically listed as included.
Please note: Final inclusions depend on the accommodation category and written quotation. All permits, park activities, and accommodation should be confirmed before travel.
Best Time to Book This Uganda Safari
Uganda can be visited throughout the year. Many travelers prefer the relatively drier periods, commonly around June to September and December to February, for gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, and wildlife viewing. Rain is possible at any time, especially in tropical forests.
We recommend booking your 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari several months in advance where possible, particularly for popular travel dates. Gorilla and chimpanzee permits are subject to availability, and early planning helps secure suitable accommodation and trekking arrangements.
Why Choose World Blossom Safaris?
World Blossom Safaris helps travelers discover Uganda through personalized wildlife journeys, primate experiences, and carefully coordinated safari arrangements.
When you book your 6 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari with us, you benefit from:
- Personalized planning around your dates, interests, and budget.
- An experienced English-speaking driver-guide.
- Private safari transportation for a more flexible journey.
- Assistance with gorilla and chimpanzee permit arrangements.
- A choice of budget, midrange, and luxury accommodation, subject to availability.
- Direct communication with your Uganda safari operator.
- Support before your journey and throughout your agreed safari.
We aim to make your Uganda adventure comfortable, memorable, and well organized from the first inquiry to the final drop-off.