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5-Day Chimps & Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

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$5900 pp (USD)

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Embark on a 5-day Uganda gorilla and chimpanzee trek, immersing yourself in tropical rainforests. Encounter majestic gorillas and playful chimpanzees, and connect with local communities to learn about African traditions and warm hospitality. Visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas, and Kibale National Park, the primate capital. This unforgettable safari promises close encounters with wildlife and Uganda’s friendly people. Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

Cities & Landmarks

Entebbe > Kibale NP > Two Days Bwindi Impenetrable Forest,

Time of Year

All Year Round

Route overview per day
Tour Features
Luxury Tour
This Luxury tour uses lodges and hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities:
Gorilla Trekking & Chimpanzee Trekking
Getting around:
Open-Sided 4x4 Vehicle
Transfer:
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals

The hotel we select comply with our high standards and requirement per category.

Day

Accommodation

Meals

1
Luxury hotel located in Entebbe
Dinner
Dinner
1
Luxury lodge located on the side of Kibale NP (Chimps)
Breakfast, Lunch & DInner
Breakfast, Lunch & DInner
3
Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
4
Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
5

No accommodation

End of tour
Breakfast & Lunch
Breakfast & Lunch
Interested in This Tour?

Arrival

(See Getting There for more details)
You'll be collected from the airport.
Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Arrived Entebbe, Uganda

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will proceed through customs and immigration. Our company guide will warmly welcome you to Uganda and then transfer you to your hotel for check-in, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (Uganda)

Accommodation:
Luxury hotel located in Entebbe
Meals & Drinks:
Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 1
Kibale National Park (Chimps)

After a 6 a.m. breakfast, meet your safari guide for a briefing and head to Kibale Forest National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside. Upon arrival, explore a biodiverse forest home to 12 primate species, including Red-Tailed Monkeys, Olive Baboons, and Black and White Colobus. The forest also hosts vibrant birdlife, like the Great Blue Turaco, and, with luck, Forest Elephants.

Arrive at your lodge for lunch, or stop for a meal en route. In the afternoon, join a briefing at the park headquarters before chimpanzee tracking, with possible sightings of Vervet and Blue Hoest Monkeys. Known as the 'primate capital,' Kibale offers a 2-4 hour trek with one hour to observe chimpanzees, guided by an expert. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best time to visit:
December to February and June to July
High Season:
June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather:
June to July and December to February (Least rain)
Accommodation:
Luxury lodge located on the side of Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

After breakfast, meet your guide, check out of the lodge, and hop into your safari jeep for a scenic drive to Bwindi, enjoying panoramic views and a lunch stop en route. Continue to Bwindi, where you’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best time to visit:
June to August and December to February
High Season:
June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather:
June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)
Accommodation:
Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorilla)

Early in the morning, with a packed lunch, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on your gorilla trekking adventure. Gorilla trekking is often described as a once-in-a-lifetime experience, offering the unforgettable thrill of encountering gorillas face-to-face in the jungle. Upon finding the gorillas, you’ll have one hour to observe and capture these moments, watching juveniles swing from branch to branch. Afterward, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a Batwa cultural experience to gain insights into the traditional and social life of the Batwa people. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:
Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Departure Entebbe, Uganda

Start the day with a cup of coffee. You have two flight options from Bwindi: a morning flight at 09:45, arriving in Entebbe at 11:25, or an afternoon flight at 14:05, arriving at 15:05. Whichever you choose, our guide will be ready to transfer you to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe and onward journey.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation

End of tour
Meals & Drinks:
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Breakfast & Dinner (Lunch Excluded)

End of tour

(See Getting There for more details)
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Interested in This Tour?
Important to Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.

Summary

Day

Country

Destination

Accomodation

Meals

1
Uganda
Entebbe
Dinner
1
Uganda
Kibale NP
Breakfast, Lunch & DInner
3
Uganda
Bwindi Forest
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
4
Uganda
Bwindi Forest
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
5
Uganda
Entebbe

No accommodation

Breakfast & Lunch
2025
USD
Per Person Price

Start Dates

Solo

1 room

2 people

1 room

3 people

2 room

4 people

2 room

5 people

3 room

6 people

3 room

Jan - Dec 2025
5908
4554
4500
4000
4156
3852
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Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

5908

2 people

(1 room)

4554

3 people

(2 room)

4500

4 people

(2 room)

4000

5 people

(3 room)

4156

6 people

(3 room)

3852
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Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

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4 people

(2 room)

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5 people

(3 room)

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6 people

(3 room)

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Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

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3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

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5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

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-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
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Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
* *Above prices are per person
** We offer special discounted rates for children under 16 years old (will be calculated after your request). Please specify the number of children and their ages in your request.
This price includes:
Park fees
(For non-residents)
Gorilla permits
(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits
(One per person, non-resident)
All activities
(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation
(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation
(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
One way air transfer
(flight from Bwindi to Entebbe)
Meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
This price excludes:
International flights
(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips
(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items
(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Interested in This Tour?
Great To Know

This tour starts and ends in Entebbe

We can help you select the best international flights, but you must book them yourself.

Fly to/from Entebbe Airport

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

About Booking This Tour
Travel Requirements For This Tour
Interested in This Tour?
Embark on a 5-day Uganda gorilla and chimpanzee trek, immersing yourself in tropical rainforests. Encounter majestic gorillas and playful chimpanzees, and connect with local communities to learn about African traditions and warm hospitality. Visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas, and Kibale National Park, the primate capital. This unforgettable safari promises close encounters with wildlife and Uganda’s friendly people. Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

Cities & Landmarks

Entebbe > Kibale NP > Two Days Bwindi Impenetrable Forest,

Time of Year

All Year Round

Tour Open Photos
Route
Tour Features
Luxury Tour
This Luxury tour uses lodges and hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities:
Gorilla Trekking & Chimpanzee Trekking
Getting around:
Open-Sided 4x4 Vehicle
Transfer:
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals

The hotel we select comply with our high standards and requirement per category.

Day

Accommodation

Meals

1
Luxury hotel located in Entebbe
Dinner
Dinner
1
Luxury lodge located on the side of Kibale NP (Chimps)
Breakfast, Lunch & DInner
Breakfast, Lunch & DInner
3
Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
4
Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
5

No accommodation

End of tour
Breakfast & Lunch
Breakfast & Lunch
Interested in This Tour?

Arrival

(See Getting There for more details)
You'll be collected from the airport.
Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Arrived Entebbe, Uganda

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will proceed through customs and immigration. Our company guide will warmly welcome you to Uganda and then transfer you to your hotel for check-in, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (Uganda)

Accommodation:
Luxury hotel located in Entebbe
Meals & Drinks:
Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 1
Kibale National Park (Chimps)

After a 6 a.m. breakfast, meet your safari guide for a briefing and head to Kibale Forest National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside. Upon arrival, explore a biodiverse forest home to 12 primate species, including Red-Tailed Monkeys, Olive Baboons, and Black and White Colobus. The forest also hosts vibrant birdlife, like the Great Blue Turaco, and, with luck, Forest Elephants.

Arrive at your lodge for lunch, or stop for a meal en route. In the afternoon, join a briefing at the park headquarters before chimpanzee tracking, with possible sightings of Vervet and Blue Hoest Monkeys. Known as the 'primate capital,' Kibale offers a 2-4 hour trek with one hour to observe chimpanzees, guided by an expert. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best time to visit:
December to February and June to July
High Season:
June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather:
June to July and December to February (Least rain)
Accommodation:
Luxury lodge located on the side of Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

After breakfast, meet your guide, check out of the lodge, and hop into your safari jeep for a scenic drive to Bwindi, enjoying panoramic views and a lunch stop en route. Continue to Bwindi, where you’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best time to visit:
June to August and December to February
High Season:
June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather:
June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)
Accommodation:
Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorilla)

Early in the morning, with a packed lunch, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on your gorilla trekking adventure. Gorilla trekking is often described as a once-in-a-lifetime experience, offering the unforgettable thrill of encountering gorillas face-to-face in the jungle. Upon finding the gorillas, you’ll have one hour to observe and capture these moments, watching juveniles swing from branch to branch. Afterward, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a Batwa cultural experience to gain insights into the traditional and social life of the Batwa people. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:
Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Departure Entebbe, Uganda

Start the day with a cup of coffee. You have two flight options from Bwindi: a morning flight at 09:45, arriving in Entebbe at 11:25, or an afternoon flight at 14:05, arriving at 15:05. Whichever you choose, our guide will be ready to transfer you to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe and onward journey.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation

End of tour
Meals & Drinks:
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Breakfast & Dinner (Lunch Excluded)

End of tour

(See Getting There for more details)
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Interested in This Tour?
Important to Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.

Summary

Day

Country

Destination

Accomodation

Meals

1
Uganda
Entebbe
Dinner
1
Uganda
Kibale NP
Breakfast, Lunch & DInner
3
Uganda
Bwindi Forest
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
4
Uganda
Bwindi Forest
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
5
Uganda
Entebbe

No accommodation

Breakfast & Lunch
2025
USD
Per Person Price

Start Dates

Solo

1 room

2 people

1 room

3 people

2 room

4 people

2 room

5 people

3 room

6 people

3 room

Jan - Dec 2025
5908
4554
4500
4000
4156
3852
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Jan - Dec 2025
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

5908

2 people

(1 room)

4554

3 people

(2 room)

4500

4 people

(2 room)

4000

5 people

(3 room)

4156

6 people

(3 room)

3852
-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
-
Per Person

Solo

(1 room)

-

2 people

(1 room)

-

3 people

(2 room)

-

4 people

(2 room)

-

5 people

(3 room)

-

6 people

(3 room)

-
* *Above prices are per person
** We offer special discounted rates for children under 16 years old (will be calculated after your request). Please specify the number of children and their ages in your request.
Interested in This Tour?
This price includes:
Park fees
(For non-residents)
Gorilla permits
(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits
(One per person, non-resident)
All activities
(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation
(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation
(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
One way air transfer
(flight from Bwindi to Entebbe)
Meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
This price excludes:
International flights
(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips
(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items
(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Interested in This Tour?
Great To Know

This tour starts and ends in Entebbe

We can help you select the best international flights, but you must book them yourself.

Fly to/from Entebbe Airport

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

About Booking This Tour
Travel Requirements For This Tour
Interested in This Tour?

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