Exclusive Gorilla & Chimpanzee Safari
– Track endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, witnessing their behavior and family interactions up close – Trek chimpanzees through the lush Kibale Forest and explore the Bigodi Swamp, encountering diverse primates, birds, and local communities – Enjoy scenic domestic flights over Uganda’s rolling hills, lakes, and countryside, combined with comfortable stays at Gorilla Leisure Lodge and Chimpundu Lodge – Engage with local culture through optional Batwa community walks, gaining insight into the traditions and lifestyle of the forest’s original inhabitants – A fully organized, compact safari that can be experienced as a standalone adventure or as an extension to a longer East African safari
Tour Map & Day Details
Arrive in Entebbe and transfer to Hotel No. 5. Relax in comfort and enjoy the refined amenities as you prepare for your upcoming adventure.
Fly to Bwindi and transfer to Gorilla Leisure Lodge for two nights. Nestled in the heart of the forest, the lodge offers luxury and serenity while providing exclusive access to gorilla trekking and optional Batwa cultural walks.
Travel to Kibale and stay two nights at Chimpundu Lodge, surrounded by lush forest. Enjoy chimpanzee trekking and a guided Bigodi Swamp walk, experiencing Uganda’s primates, birds, and local communities in comfort.
Fly back to Entebbe for your departure, concluding your intimate and luxurious Uganda primate adventure.
Featured Properties In Exclusive Gorilla & Chimpanzee Safari
Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Cultural Dance at Rushaga
Kibale National Park Chimpanzees
Kibale Forest
- High Season (Dry Season) Season: June - August and December - February → Clear skies, dry trails, and excellent wildlife viewing. Best time for gorilla trekking in Bwindi and chimpanzee trekking in Kibale. National parks are more accessible, and game drives are easier.
- Low Season Season: March – May and September – November → Heavy rains (especially March–May) make trekking trails muddy and challenging. Fewer tourists, so lodges often offer discounted rates. Lush green landscapes, excellent for photography and birdwatching. Wildlife is still visible, but access to some areas may be limited.
- Gorilla and chimpanzee permits are non-refundable once purchased.
- Gorilla trekking requires moderate fitness. To make your trek easier, a porter will be provided to carry your belongings throughout the trek
- Participants must be 15 years and above to trek mountain gorillas.
- Gorilla and chimpanzee permits should be booked early, as they sell out quickly.
- Airport Transfers
- Transportation in a private 4x4 land cruiser
- Fuel expenses
- Gorilla trekking permits
- Services of an English-speaking tourist driver guide
- Chimpanzee permits for Kibale National park
- All entry fees to the national parks’ activities.
- Accommodations and meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water on all days
- Porter fees during Gorilla trekking
- Emergency evaluation insurance(medical bills excluded)
- All taxes
- Domestics flights (Entebbe - Bwindi & Kibale - Entebbe)
- International flight fares
- Entry visa fees
- Travel insurance (Highly recommended)
- Activities not part of the described program.
- Items of personal nature like tips, Premium drinks, etc.