overview
The 6 Days Extreme Primate Adventure in Uganda is a once-in-a-lifetime journey designed for wildlife enthusiasts eager to experience the country’s unmatched primate diversity. This safari takes you deep into Kibale Forest National Park, renowned as the “Primate Capital of the World,” where you will trek chimpanzees and encounter a variety of monkey species in their natural habitat. The adventure continues to Queen Elizabeth National Park, combining primate viewing with classic savannah game drives and a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. The highlight of the trip unfolds in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you will embark on a remarkable trek to meet the endangered mountain gorillas face-to-face in their misty jungle home. With breathtaking landscapes, expert guiding, and comfortable lodge stays throughout, this journey offers an exhilarating blend of primate encounters, big game experiences, and the beauty of Uganda’s wilderness.
Day 1:
Entebbe Airport- Transfer to hotel
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our guide who will then take you to your hotel in Entebbe for an overnight and dinner. Later, transfer to your lodge for evening relaxation, dinner & overnight.
Overnight and Dinner:
- Hotel No. 5 Boutique Hotel (High-End Facility)
- Papyrus Guest House (Mid-Range Facility)
Meal Plan: Dinner.
Drive Time: 10 Minutes.
Day 2:
Entebbe - Kibale Forest
Get ready for a morning breakfast, straddling Uganda’s lush equatorial rainforest, Fort Portal is a striking designated tourism city of Uganda that rests in the Western Region of the country, northwest of the bustling city of Mbarara. Perched at an elevation of around 1500 metres, Fort Portal offers sublime scenery with views over the Ruwenzori Range and the Mufumbiro volcanoes, as well as flourishing landscapes with it being a verdant tea-growing area.
This friendly town’s central location makes it a convenient base from which to explore the scenic surrounding landscapes. Adventure seekers and nature lovers alike can track the chimps in the magical Kibale Forest National Park, explore the enchanting Crater Lakes or enjoy the delightful hot springs and dynamic central African wildlife of Semuliki National Park. Don’t miss the culturally significant Kabarole Main Mosque.
Overnight and Dinner:
- Papaya Lake Lodge (High-End Facility)
- Turaco Treetop (Mid-Range Facility)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Drive Time: 6 hours. Flight time: 1 hour 30min.
Day 3:
Kibale Chimpanzee Trekking
Kibale Forest Chimp Tracking
The most favorite of Kibale’s walks embarks on from the Kanyanchu Visitor center at 08.00 & 15.00 and lasts 2 to 3 hours. Chimpanzee are the most sought after primate by visitors, but you should look out for the black & white colobus, red tailed monkey or the grey cheeked mangabey. Your guides will be able to show you pittas & different bird species and will give details of the tradit of the plant species within the forest. This walk is for 6 people in a group.
Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
The Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary is a community development enterprise located on the fringe of Kibale National Park where guided tours are conducted along a path through the wetland at time along boardwalk trail. Bigodi is a birder’s paradise with 138 bird species having been identified there including the crowd please Great Blue Turaco. The sanctuary is also home to 8 primate species including the black and white colobus, red colobus, mangabey, red tail, vervet, and L’Hoest.
Overnight and Dinner:
- Papaya Lake Lodge (High-End Facility)
- Turaco Treetop (Mid-Range Facility)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 4:
Kibale Forest - Bwindi Forest
Located in south-western Uganda, the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is said to be Africa’s oldest rainforest. It is world-renowned for its excellent gorilla-sighting opportunities – the forest is home to half of the remaining mountain gorillas on earth. This gorilla experience takes place among a rugged landscape of dense jungle, cascading waterfalls, sparkling mountain streams, deep valleys, and steep ridges. The untouched forest has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its breath-taking natural beauty and unique ecological significance, and aside from the amazing gorilla interactions, there are other draw cards such as a network of forest walks, over 340 species of bird to spot, and a variety of brightly-coloured butterflies to identify. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the spectacular Virunga Volcanoes, three of which are still active.
Overnight and Dinner:
- Gorilla Leisure Lodge (Luxury Facility)
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (Mid-Range Facility)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Drive Time: 4 hours. Flight time: 1 hour.
Day 5:
Bwindi Gorilla Tracking
Wake early for a hearty breakfast to give you the energy needed for gorilla trekking. Before 8:00 am, report to the ranger station for registration and a talk by one of the rangers. The guides will then take you through the bush, pushing your way through the undergrowth, to track the gorillas. (Please note this trek can take from 30 minutes to 5-6 hours). A reasonable degree of fitness is required, as well as a sturdy pair of walking shoes. Sit in the forest among the gorillas, listening to them ‘talk’ to one another, and marvel at the sheer size of the dominant male, the Silverback. It is an extraordinary feeling sitting in the dense rainforest knowing you are with a few of the last remaining mountain gorillas. It’s amazing to think there are only about 650 of these beautiful creatures left.
The Batwa Experience was created by the displaced Batwa pygmies to educate their children and to share their amazing heritage and traditions with the world. Since 1992, the Batwa have been unable to live in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, their ancestors’ home. Yet they have not forgotten the old ways. Step back in time to see how the Batwa lived for millenia in the Bwindi, one of the most beautiful jungles on earth and home of the famous mountain gorillas. Enjoy an incredible day hike in the rain forest with Batwa guides, see how the Batwa lived and hunted, learn about medicinal plants, and watch for animals and birds.
Overnight and Dinner:
- Gorilla Leisure Lodge (Luxury Facility)
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (Mid-Range Facility)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 6:
Bwindi Forest - Entebbe
Have breakfast and say goodbye to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, as you prepare to embark on the long journey to Entebbe for your evening flight. This marks the end of our 06 Days Extreme Primate Adventure Uganda.
Drive Time: 8 Hours
Optional Flight time: 2 hrs.
$ 260 Per Person-One Way.
Package Includes
- Meet & Greet services
- All airport transfers
- Ground transfers by 4 WD Safari Land Cruiser with Wi-Fi
- One Gorilla permit per person
- Village walk in Bwindi
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- Bigodi Walk
- Crater Lakes visit
- Services of an English-speaking guide- per vehicle.
- Fuel expenses.
- Accommodation and all meals while on the entire safari stay in Uganda.
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) while on safari
- 1 soft drink per meal i.e. a soda or mineral water at/during lunch and dinner,
- Park entrance fees.
- Bottled drinking water & assorted drinks through the safari.
- Ranger fees.
- Free Travel Maps Kibale & Bwindi National Park.
- All government taxes.
- Our assistance.
Package Excludes
- International flights,
- Personal Travel insurance
- Visa Fees,
- Premium drinks,
- Cigarettes,
- Tips, souvenirs, and any other items of personal nature.
Below In the Table Is the Discounted Net Cost for 06 Days Extreme Primate Adventure Uganda person respectively.
| 06 Days Extreme Primate Adventure Uganda. | 2 PAX
US$ PP |
4 PAX
US$ PP |
6 PAX
US$ PP |
SRS |
High Lodge facility. |
3,640 |
2,983 |
2,780 |
575 |
Mid Lodge facility. |
3,150 |
2,520 |
2,330 |
485 |
Note:
- The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure.
- Above is just a quote and no services are confirmed at present.
- Confirmation of Hotels and other services is subject to availability.
- Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking.
Passenger Information
- In case of non-availability, we may have to reroute and provide alternative accommodation at lodges of similar category.
- Passengers should bring only soft sided bags on safaris as our vehicles have limited luggage space.
- All the passengers must have Identification Card/Passport with them throughout their travel.
