5 Days Uganda Gorillas and Chimpanzee Habituation Safari

When planning your safari to East Africa do not miss the wild encounter with the wild gorillas in their natural habitat as the Mountain gorillas and the Chimpanzees get a accustomed to human beings, the research will provide you with exceptional information about the Mountain gorillas.

Our 5 Days Uganda gorillas and Chimpanzee habituation safari will take you the rainforest of Kibale national park before heading south of Bwindi impenetrable national park to encounter the Mountain gorillas.

Safari highlights

4 hours chimpanzee habituation experience in Kibale forest
4 Hours Gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi forest

Suggested safari itinerary

Day 1: Drive to Kibale national park

You will start your Uganda safari with a drive south towards Rwenzori Mountains where you will be encountering the chimpanzees with researchers in Kibale; the park is located 6-7 hours’ drive from Kampala through some of the most spectacular views of tea farms and forest reserves.

Day 2: Chimpanzee habituation Experience in Kibale forest

After early morning breakfast you will drive to the park headquarters where you will meet with the chimpanzee researchers from Uganda wildlife authority and then head in to the forest as early as possible after finding the chimpanzees you will spend 4 hours following the chimpanzees after the incredible experience you will return to the Lodge for relaxation.

Day 3: Drive to Bwindi impenetrable national park

After morning breakfast you will start your incredible and scenic drive to Bwindi through the rolling hills of Kigezi to southern Bwindi impenetrable national park upon arrival at the Lodge you will check in for relaxation as you prepare for your second adventure in the rainforest.

Day 4: Gorilla habituation Experience in Bwindi forest

Bright day will start with early morning breakfast and transfer to the park station where you will meet the team of researchers from Uganda wildlife authority who will take you this incredible journey to encounter the wild Mountain gorillas in the rainforest, after finding the gorillas you will follow them for 4 hours and then later you will return to the Lodge for relaxation.

Day 5: Drive back to Entebbe

After breakfast you will start your long drive to Entebbe through the equator line where will have a great chance to shop for cheap souvenirs and great coffee after you will drive to Entebbe upon arrival at Entebbe depending on your schedule you will be transferred to the Airport for your out bound flight.

Includes

Gorilla habituation permit
Chimpanzee habituation permit
Accommodation
4×4 safari vehicle, Fuel and Guide
Free airport transfers
Enroute meals and drinking water

Excludes

International flights
pre and post safari accommodation
Uganda tourist Visa
Tips
Travel and medical insurance
Personal expenditure like alcoholic drinks

When to book safari package

Due to the Limited gorilla permits available we recommend booking this safari 1 year in advance but last minute inquiries can be made.

Best time for gorilla and Chimpanzee habituation safari in Uganda

The best time for gorilla and chimpanzee habituation safari is between May to October and from December to February.

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