8-Day Gorillas trekking-Chimps and Big Five Experience Tour

Overview:

Embark on an 8-Day Gorillas trekking-Chimps and Big Five Experience Tour through Uganda’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This tour will take you to the dense forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience, to Kibale National Park for chimpanzee tracking, and to the savannahs of Murchison Falls National Park for the Big Five safari experience. Along the way, you’ll also visit Ziwa rhino

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Activities:

• Arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet and greet by your safari guide.
• Depart for Murchison Falls National Park, with a stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a thrilling rhino tracking experience on foot.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch at Ziwa before continuing to Murchison Falls.
• Arrive in the park and check in to your lodge.
• Relax and enjoy dinner overlooking the Nile River.

Accommodation: Lodge/Camp in Murchison Falls National Park
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Full Day in Murchison Falls National Park

Activities:

• Early morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and various antelope species.
• Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation.
• After lunch, enjoy a boat cruise on the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.
• Disembark for a hike to the top of the falls for stunning views of the world’s most powerful waterfall.
• Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lodge/Camp in Murchison Falls National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park

Activities:

• After breakfast, depart for Kibale National Park, known as the “Primate Capital of the World.”
• Enjoy a scenic drive through Uganda’s beautiful landscapes, including tea plantations and rolling hills.
• Arrive in Fort Portal, have lunch, and continue to your lodge near Kibale National Park.
• Check in and relax for the evening.

Accommodation: Lodge/Camp in Kibale National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale National Park and Bigodi Swamp Walk

Activities:

• Early morning briefing at the park headquarters, followed by chimpanzee tracking in the forest.
• Spend an hour with a habituated chimpanzee family, observing their behavior in their natural habitat.
• Return to the lodge for lunch.
• Afternoon guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its diverse bird species, butterflies, and other primates.
• Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lodge/Camp in Kibale National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Activities:

• After breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park.
• Arrive in the park and enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, spotting elephants, buffaloes, and various antelopes.
• After lunch, embark on an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its large concentration of hippos, Nile crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.
• Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lodge/Camp in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Activities:

• Early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, known for its lion prides and other big game.
• Return to the lodge for breakfast, then depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
• Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions.
• Arrive in Bwindi in the late afternoon and check in to your lodge.
• Relax and prepare for the gorilla trekking experience the following day.

Accommodation: Lodge/Camp in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Activities:

• Early morning briefing at the park headquarters, followed by a trek into the forest to find a habituated gorilla family.
• Spend up to an hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat—a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
• Return to the lodge for a late lunch and relaxation.
• Optional community visit to learn about the local Batwa culture and traditions.

Accommodation: Lodge/Camp in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Bwindi to Entebbe – Departure

Activities:

• After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe.
• Enjoy the scenic drive through Uganda’s beautiful countryside.
• Stop for lunch en route.
• Arrive in Entebbe in the late afternoon and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

End of Tour

Inclusions:

• Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional guide.
• Park entry fees and permits for gorilla and chimpanzee tracking.
• Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
• Game drives, boat cruises, and guided walks as outlined.

Exclusions:

• International flights.
• Travel insurance.
• Tips and gratuities.
• Personal expenses and optional activities.

This 8-Day Gorillas trekking- Chimps and Big Five Experience Tour tour offers an incredible mix of primate encounters