7-Day Wildlife Safari, Gorilla & Chimpanzee Habituation Experience

Embark on a 7-Day Wildlife Safari, Gorilla & Chimpanzee Habituation Experience

Embark on an unforgettable 7-Day Wildlife Safari, Gorilla & Chimpanzee Habituation Experience, commencing at Kampala or Entebbe International Airport. This wildlife safari seamlessly integrates encounters with Uganda’s captivating Mountain Gorillas and Chimpanzees, offering an immersive exploration of African biodiversity and culture. The itinerary guarantees permits for both Gorilla and Chimpanzee experiences, promising an extraordinary adventure.

Detailed Itinerary for 7-Day Wildlife Safari, Gorilla & Chimpanzee Habituation Experience

Day One: Journey to Kibale Forest National Park – Bigodi Community Walk

Commence your adventure with a 6:30 am pickup from your Kampala or Entebbe hotel after breakfast. Travel westward through Mityana, Mubende, Kyegegwa, Kyenjojo, and Fort Portal, reaching your lodge in time for lunch. An evening community walk in Bigodi Swamp follows, providing opportunities to spot wildlife, including monkeys, birds, butterflies, and snakes.

Day Two: Chimpanzee Habituation Experience in Kibale Forest National Park

The second day introduces the captivating Chimpanzee habituation experience, allowing you to spend an extended period with these primates in their natural habitat. An early breakfast, packed lunch, and pre-dawn forest trek commence this unique encounter. As dawn breaks, witness the chimpanzee community emerging from sleep. Capture high-quality images, identify individual chimpanzees by their markings, and, after the experience, receive a certificate recognizing your contribution to Chimpanzee conservation.

Day Three: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, embark on a journey southwards to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Marvel at the stunning views of the Rwenzori Mountains along the way. Arrive at your lodge for lunch, followed by a potential evening game drive to encounter the park’s diverse wildlife.

Day Four: Morning Game Drive and Boat Safari at the Kazinga Channel

Commence your day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, seeking out species such as Jackals, Buffaloes, Warthogs, Elephants, Lions, and more. Return for relaxation and lunch, then enjoy an afternoon boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, offering glimpses of bird species, Elephants, Buffaloes, Hippos, crocodiles, and other aquatic life.

Day Five: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

An early breakfast precedes your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, driving through Kasese town with opportunities to spot tree-climbing Lions in the Ishasha sector. Lunch en-route precedes your late afternoon check-in to accommodation located near the thick Bwindi forest.

Day Six: Gorilla Habituation in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Experience the highlight of your journey with the Gorilla habituation, providing an unprecedented four hours with the Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat. A pre-dawn start, accompanied by a packed lunch, leads to a full-day interaction with a semi-habituated Gorilla family. Identify Gorillas individually, capturing their markings and unique features. The four-hour count begins upon discovering fresh trails. Post-experience, trek back to the park offices for graduation and certificate presentation.

Day Seven: Return to Kampala/Entebbe

On your final day, enjoy breakfast before embarking on the return journey to Kampala or Entebbe. A stopover at Igongo Cultural Centre for lunch and another at the Equator line in the Mpigi district for pictures and crafts shopping enrich your journey. Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the late afternoon, concluding your 7-day expedition.

This marks the end of your 7-Day Wildlife Safari, Gorilla & Chimpanzee Habituation Experience.

Inclusions:

• All Airport transfers
• Gorilla Habituation permits
• Chimp Habituation permits
• Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
• Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
• Fuel for the entire trip
• A boat safari on the Kazinga Channel
• Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
• All park entrance fees
• Drinking water while in the vehicle

Exclusions:

• International flights
• Alcoholic Drinks
• Visa fees