Join us for an unforgettable 5 Days Uganda Gorillas & Chimpanzee Tracking Safari! You’ll encounter the famous tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park and the majestic mountain gorillas in the Impenetrable Forest. Queen Elizabeth is Uganda’s second-largest national park, known for its stunning crater lakes, Kazinga Channel, and diverse wildlife. Look out for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and birds like grey-crowned cranes and martial eagles. Next, we’ll explore Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas. You’ll see these incredible creatures and other wildlife like monkeys and unique bird species. This safari is packed with amazing sights and experiences. Don’t miss out on this adventure of a lifetime!
Day 1: Arrival and Pick up from Entebbe International Airport or your Hotel – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
The 5-Day Uganda Gorillas & Chimpanzee Tracking Safari begins with a seamless pick-up from Entebbe International Airport or your hotel, courtesy of our professional driver guide from Gorilla Page Safaris. They will provide you with an insightful briefing about the safari before we embark on a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park in the stunning southwestern region of Uganda. This journey will take approximately 8 hours, including a delightful lunch stopover at the Igongo Cultural Center or Ajip Hotel.
Upon arrival at the park, we’ll make our way to your lodge, taking an en-route game drive where you can marvel at the breathtaking landscapes and spot various wildlife, including warthogs, Uganda kobs, bushbucks, waterbucks, and giant forest hogs. After an adventure-filled day, you will enjoy a delicious dinner and prepare for a comfortable overnight stay.
Location: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation Option:
| Luxury | Mweya Safari Lodge |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner, a selection of drinks, laundry, and activities at the lodge
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 2: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Experiential Lion and Leopard Tracking – Launch Cruise – Crater Lake Exploration
On Day 2 of your 5-day Uganda Gorilla and Chimpanzee Tracking Safari, you’ll kick off with a hearty breakfast, setting the stage for an exhilarating experience. Prepare for an unforgettable lion and leopard tracking adventure in the Kasenyi sector. You’ll have the chance to track these magnificent creatures off the beaten path, gaining insight into their population, behavior, and lifestyle. After this exciting endeavor, return to your accommodation for a delicious, hearty lunch.
Prepare for a spectacular boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel in the afternoon. This cruise offers breathtaking views of the park and unique opportunities to observe herds of hippos in the water, elephants swimming and drinking, and Nile crocodiles lounging on the riverbanks. Bird enthusiasts will be delighted by the chance to spot various species, including the African fish eagle, yellow-billed stork, rare saddle-billed stork, grey-headed kingfisher, African skimmer, Nubian woodpecker, swamp flycatcher, grey-capped warbler, and little bee-eater, among others.
Next, you will embark on a captivating exploration of the Lake Katwe Explosion Craters. This scenic drive, approximately 27 km through the breathtaking craters of Queen Elizabeth National Park, will give you the chance to see numerous animals, including solitary male buffaloes, elephants, waterbucks, Uganda kobs, sitatungas, antelopes, and even chimpanzees. Don’t miss the stunning flamingos at Lake Munyanyange! Once you arrive, you’ll visit Uganda’s premier salt distributor and learn about salt extraction. During this remarkable journey, you will also be treated to views of the Western arm of the Great East African Rift Valley and its escarpments. After a day of adventure and discovery, return to your accommodation for a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay.
Location: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation Option:
| Luxury | Mweya Safari Lodge |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner, a selection of drinks, laundry, and activities at the lodge
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 3: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
On Day 3 of the Safari, you’ll kick off the morning with a delicious breakfast before heading to the park’s headquarters. Here, you’ll receive a comprehensive briefing on the essential dos and Don’ts while interacting with the Chimpanzees. You will be assigned an experienced ranger guide and paired with a specific chimpanzee family to track as you embark on an exciting adventure in Kyambura Gorge or Kalinzu Forest.
During your trek, prepare to encounter a diverse array of primates, including Blue monkeys, Olive baboons, Red-tailed monkeys, and Vervet monkeys, as well as various mammals such as Elephants, duikers, yellow-backed duikers, buffaloes, bush pigs, and giant forest hogs. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you’ll enjoy a thrilling hour observing their daily activities—watching them feed, communicate, and interact with one another. Following this unforgettable experience, you’ll return to your lodge for a hearty and satisfying lunch.
In the afternoon, you’ll be transferred from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the sanctuary for the world’s remaining Mountain gorillas and one of Uganda’s oldest rainforests. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your accommodation, where you’ll enjoy dinner and a restful overnight stay.
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Accommodation Option:
| Luxury | Buhoma Lodge |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner, a selection of drinks, laundry, and activities at the lodge
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 4: Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park – Gorilla Trekking – Batwa Community Encounter
Awaken to the birds singing in the sky as you embark on Day 4 of your exhilarating 5 Days Uganda Gorillas & Chimpanzee Tracking Safari. Start your day with a hearty breakfast, and prepare for the adventure ahead by dressing appropriately in a long-sleeved shirt, sturdy khaki or jean trousers, a round cap, and waterproof boots. These will protect you from falling branches in the Impenetrable Forest and prepare you for unpredictable weather. Don’t forget to pack some snacks and water to stay hydrated throughout your trek.
Next, head to the park’s headquarters for a crucial briefing on the Do’s and Don’ts while interacting with the mountain gorillas. You’ll be assigned a knowledgeable park ranger to guide you through your trek and introduce you to a specific gorilla family. The search for these magnificent creatures will take 1 to 7 hours, depending on their location. Along the way, you’ll have the incredible opportunity to spot various primate species, including the black and white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, grey mangabeys, and blue monkeys.
When you finally encounter Africa’s majestic Great Apes, you’ll have the privilege to spend up to one hour observing these gentle giants as they engage in their daily activities. Immerse yourself in their ways of life while your guide provides insights and answers your questions. Keep your eyes peeled for other forest dwellers you might encounter during your search, including various birds, elephants, and antelopes. If luck is on your side, you may spot chimpanzees, as Bwindi is one of the few parks where gorillas and chimpanzees coexist.
After an unforgettable experience, you’ll return to your accommodation for a delicious lunch, then set out to visit the Batwa community, the original inhabitants of the ancient Impenetrable Forest, before it was declared a National Park and UNESCO World Heritage site in 1992. This visit will offer a fascinating glimpse into their social lives and traditional hunting practices and the chance to witness their vibrant music and dance. After this enriching experience, you’ll return to your accommodation for a freshly prepared dinner and a well-deserved, relaxing overnight stay.
Location: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Accommodation Option:
| Luxury | Buhoma Lodge |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner, a selection of drinks, laundry, and activities at the lodge
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 5: Transfer back to Entebbe International Airport or your Hotel
On the final day of your unforgettable African Safari, you’ll enjoy a special breakfast before checking out of your lodge. Then, you’ll embark on the scenic journey back to Entebbe International Airport or your hotel. This drive will take approximately 8 to 10 hours and includes a delightful lunch stopover at either Ajip Motel or Igongo Cultural Center. Our 5-day Uganda Gorillas & Chimpanzee Tracking Safari guarantees an enriching experience filled with breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and thrilling adventures. Thank you for choosing Gorilla Page Safaris for this incredible journey. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Location: Kampala
Accommodation Option: No
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
The Package Price Includes:
Return airport transfers (pick up and drop off)
Private transport for 5 days in a well-modified safari Extended land-cruiser (4WD, air-conditioned and pop-up roof)
Flue for 5 days
English safari driver guide for 5 days
Luxury accommodation for 4 nights on the entire board
Alcoholic and other soft drinks (sodas, special juice orders at the lodge, and wines)
All park entrance and activities feel and all applicable government taxes
1 Mountain gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi impenetrable forest national park (Buhoma sector)
1 Chimpanzee Trekking Permit in Kyambura Gorge
A visit to the Equator landmark
Batwa Community Encounter
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
The Package Price Excludes:
International and domestic flights
Country entry visa
Personal travel insurance
Items of personal nature/laundry/telephone charges
Souvenirs and gifts, Tips
Passenger Information on 5 Days Uganda Gorillas & Chimpanzee Tracking Safari
In case of non-availability, we may have to reroute and provide alternative accommodation at lodges of a similar category.
Passengers should only bring soft-sided bags on safaris as our vehicles have limited luggage space.
All the passengers must have an Identification Card/Passport throughout their travel.
QUOTE FOR THIS TOUR
| Number of persons | 1 Person | 2 Pax (Room sharing) | 4 Pax (2 Rooms) | 6 Pax (Room or more) |
| Price in USD | 7,464 | 4,992 | 4,272 | 4,020 |
Our Safari Vehicles Seating Plan - 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser Extended
All our Safari vehicles are Toyota Land-cruiser 4×4 with pop-up roofs. The vehicles are serviced and maintained to a very high standard before, during and after every safari. Paradise Adventure Vacations Ltd offering all-wheel drive safari vehicles suitable for off-road driving, which enable travelers to discover the magical areas of East Africa in a pleasant and reliable manner.
Our fleet consists of 4×4 Toyota Land cruisers with a hinged roof and skylights above the front seats. The hinged roof offers two main advantages: it provides shade without restricting the view, so that you can enjoy your safari even in the very sunny hours of the day. It also allows a 360-degree all-round view.
Our Vehicles Are Equipped With:
- Adjustable comfortable seats
- Electric refrigerator for drinks
- High-performance shock absorbers
- Tool & first aid kit
- Adapters and battery chargers
Due to the difficult ground and road conditions inside and outside the national parks and wildlife reserves, a four-wheel drive vehicle is not only recommended, but also crucial for an eventful safari.
