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8 Days Uganda Chimps & Gorillas Safari
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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.

Duration
8 Days
Capacity
Max 6 Guests
Rating
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Lodging
Boutique Safari Lodges
Overview

The Safari Experience

A meticulously planned adventure through the heart of the wild.

This eight-day expedition traverses Uganda’s most iconic national parks, beginning with the primate paradise of Kibale National Park, home to the world’s highest concentration of primates. You will track habituated chimpanzees and explore the lush Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. The journey continues to Queen Elizabeth National Park for classic savannah game drives and a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its massive hippo populations. The grand finale takes place in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you will come face-to-face with the endangered mountain gorilla. This safari offers a unique blend of rainforest trekking and open-plains wildlife viewing.
Highlights

Key Expedition Advantages

Exceptional encounters and exclusive services provided on this journey.

Full Provision

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.
The Expedition Journey

Daily Safari Experience

Explore the vast landscapes from sunrise to sunset as we take you through our exclusive paths.

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
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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
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    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
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      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
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        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
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          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
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            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
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              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

                Day 8: Bwindi National Park / Departure from Entebbe
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                Day 8: Bwindi National Park / Departure from Entebbe

                Guest Responsibility (No Lodging)

                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

                  Expedition Route

                  Safari Navigation

                  A visual representation of your journey across the majestic African landscapes.

                  Guest Experiences

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                  Safari Details

                  Safari8 Days Uganda Chimps & Gorillas Safari
                  Duration8 Days
                  LodgingPremium Safari Lodges
                  CapacityMax 6 Guests
                  Investment$6,903.00

                  Adventure Information

                  tour.startingFrom
                  $13,806.00/ total
                  Adults12+ years
                  2
                  Children3-11 years
                  0
                  Infants0-2 years
                  0
                  Total Amount$13,806.00

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                  Travel Information

                  Essential 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.

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