
8 Days Uganda Chimps & Gorillas Safari8 Days • Trekking
Discover why Winston Churchill called Uganda the "Pearl of Africa" on this luxury private safari. Journey through diverse landscapes to encounter the "Big 7"—the classic Big 5 plus chimpanzees and mountain gorillas—offering a more intimate wildlife experience than traditional savannah destinations.
The Safari Experience
A meticulously planned adventure through the heart of the wild.
Key Expedition Advantages
Exceptional encounters and exclusive services provided on this journey.
Inclusions & Logistics
What's Included
- All 4WD transportation and professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- Luxury accommodation on a full board basis (breakfast only in Entebbe).
- Domestic Economy Class flights as per the itinerary.
- One-time entry for Chimpanzee tracking and all park/entrance fees
Safari Exclusions
- International airfare and mandatory travel insurance.
- Entry visas for Uganda.
- Gratuities and personal expenses such as laundry or telephone bills.
- Tip.
Daily Safari Experience
Explore the vast landscapes from sunrise to sunset as we take you through our exclusive paths.

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Touch down at Entebbe International Airport and take a short ten-minute drive to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure, relaxing by the shores of Lake Victoria as you prepare for your upcoming adventure.
Daily Highlights
Dining & Meals
Breakfast

Day 2: Kampala Serena Hotel / Kibale National Park
Take a morning flight to Kasese followed by a scenic drive to your lodge. Spend the afternoon on a two-hour crater lake walk, reaching high vantage points for stunning views of the Rwenzori Mountains and Lake Kyaninga.
Daily Highlights
Dining & Meals
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 3: Kibale National Park
Enter the rainforest for an exhilarating morning tracking habituated chimpanzees in their natural home. In the afternoon, explore the community-led Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a haven for birdwatchers and home to eight different primate species.
Daily Highlights
Dining & Meals
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 4: Kibale National Park / Queen Elizabeth NP
Drive three hours to Uganda’s most famous savannah park, arriving in time for lunch. Embark on an afternoon game drive across the open plains, searching for elephants, leopards, and the park’s legendary tree-climbing lions.
Daily Highlights
Dining & Meals
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Set out on an early morning game drive to spot lions, hyenas, and buffaloes in the wild. Later, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, witnessing one of Africa’s highest concentrations of hippos against a beautiful sunset.
Daily Highlights
Dining & Meals
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 6: Queen Elizabeth National Park / Bwindi National Park
Travel toward the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site. After checking into your forest camp, spend the afternoon at leisure, soaking in the atmosphere of one of the most biologically diverse regions on Earth.
Daily Highlights
Dining & Meals
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 7: Bwindi National Park
Experience the trip's ultimate highlight: trekking into the forest to spend an hour with a family of mountain gorillas. Alternatively, join the 4-hour habituation experience for an extended, intimate encounter with these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
Daily Highlights
Dining & Meals
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Drive to the local airstrip for a quick flight back to Entebbe. Upon arrival, you will connect to your international homebound flight, marking the end of your extraordinary "Pearl of Africa" luxury safari.
Daily Highlights
Dining & Meals
Breakfast • Lunch
Safari Navigation
A visual representation of your journey across the majestic African landscapes.
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Safari Details
Adventure Information
Have questions about this tour?
+255 787 MAASAI-1Essential Safari FAQ
What is the Gorilla Habituation Experience?
It is a specialized trek where you spend 4 hours with a gorilla family currently being trained to tolerate human presence, limited to 4 guests per group.
How difficult is the gorilla trek?
It can take 1 to 1.5 hours to reach a family, though guests should be prepared for longer, more demanding hikes through dense forest.
Is domestic travel included?
Yes, the package includes domestic flights from Entebbe to Kasese and from Bwindi back to Entebbe to reduce driving time.
What are the "Big 7"?
In Uganda, this refers to the traditional Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino) plus chimpanzees and mountain gorillas.
Still Have Questions?
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