7 Nights Gorilla, Chimpanzees & Big Cats Uganda
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7 Nights Gorilla, Chimpanzees & Big Cats Uganda
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Highlights
This itinerary takes you on a journey through the stunning landscapes of Uganda, also known as the "Pearl of Africa." You will start your trip in Entebbe, before heading to Kibale National Park where you will have the opportunity to see chimpanzees and other primate species. You will then travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to a variety of wildlife including elephants and tree-climbing lions. Next, you will head to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park where you will have the chance to see the magnificent mountain gorillas. You will end your trip with a transfer by road to the airport in Entebbe, with a stopover at the equator along the way.
Itinerary
ARRIVE ENTEBBE | UGANDA
Entebbe
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeArrive in Entebbe and transfer to your hotel. Nicknamed the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda shines with stunning greenery, deep lakes, soaring mountains and perhaps the greatest natural treasure of all — half of the world’s last remaining mountain gorilla population.- AccommodationsVia Via Guest HouseFood And DrinksDinner - No premium Drinks
KIBALE NATIONAL PARK | INTO THE FOREST
Kibale National Park
7 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeTake a scenic drive through rolling hills dotted with tea estates to Kibale National Park, one of the most varied tracts of tropical forest in Uganda. Known for its 300 bird species and population of chimpanzees, Kibale is home to 11 primate species. You may also spot mangabeys and a vast array of butterflies. Arrive at your location in a patch of evergreen forest, just outside the southern part of Kibale Forest National Park. It borders the Magombe swamp, known for the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary and 10 min drive to Kanyanchu Visitor Center, where your chimp track starts from.- AccommodationsKibale Forest CampFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch - No Premium DrinksDinner - No Premium Drinks
KIBALE NATIONAL PARK | DOMAIN OF THE CHIMPANZEE
Kibale National Park
6 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeRise early this morning and make the short drive to the start of your chimpanzee trek. The chimpanzees feed high in the trees, so binoculars are a must. Barks of baboons occasionally pierce the forest silence as you make your way along the trail. Return to the lodge for lunch. Afterward, enjoy time free to indulge in one of the many activities on offer at the lodge, such as a guided walk round the crater rim.- AccommodationsKibale Forest CampFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch - No Premium DrinksDinner - No Premium Drinks
QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK | UGANDA VIEWS
Queen Elizabeth National Park
8 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeTravel from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to a wide array of wildlife, including elephants, hippos, buffalo and baboons. Offering magnificent views of the rift valley, it is also known for its tree-climbing lions. Upon arrival at your lodge, take in the park panorama and views of the Rwenzori Mountains.- AccommodationsBush LodgeFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch - No Premium DrinksDinner - No Premium Drinks
QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK | ELEPHANTS & MORE
Queen Elizabeth National Park
5 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeSet out on morning and evening game drives in this majestic national park. The region occupies the main migration corridor between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, prolific plains game resides here, like the topi and Uganda kobs, as well as buffaloes, hippos and some of the largest herds of elephants in the country. Spotted hyenas are common, and an occasional surprise of leopards.- AccommodationsBush LodgeFood And DrinksLunch - No Premium DrinksBreakfastDinner - No Premium Drinks
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK | DESIGN YOUR DAY
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
6 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeTake a game drive as you leave the park, with views of farmlands and local villages. Check in to your accommodation, located on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi-the second deepest lake in Africa. Optional activities such as farm tours, local food preparation tours, mountain biking, canoeing the lake and village walks/hikes can be separately organized by the hotel at an additional fee. Enjoy the endless sunsets in the evening.- AccommodationsBunyonyi Overland ResortFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch - No Premium DrinksDinner - No Premium Drinks
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK | GORILLA ENCOUNTERS
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
6 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeSet off on gorilla treks to track down the magnificent mammals at their most natural, a rare sight experienced by only the most fortunate. Upon sighting the endangered mountain gorillas, spend up to an hour with these fascinating creatures and observing their surprisingly human-like interactions. Return to the hotel with time to relax and enjoy the amenities of your luxurious accommodation in the evening, or set out on another guided village hike.- AccommodationsMutanda Lake ResortFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch - No Premium DrinksDinner - No Premium Drinks
TRANSFER BY ROAD TO THE AIRPORT | ENTEBBE
Entebbe
8 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeEnjoy the drive through hills, forests and ranches with a stopover at the equator for a picture moment.- Food And DrinksBreakfastLunch - No Premium Drinks
What's included
INCLUDED
Prices based on Twin rooms Sharing
All activities described in the itinerary
Lunch (7)
Dinner (7)
Breakfast (7)
1 gorilla permit per person (value: US$700)
Chimp permit $200
Fueled Safari Landcruiser
NOT INCLUDED
All expenses of personal nature
A porter during the gorilla tracking (someone who carries your backpack)
International air fares and entry visa to Uganda
Personal (medical/travel) insurance
Government tax or park fees increase
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
Address
Entebbe, Uganda
Provider
SAFARI RETREATS AFRICA
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