7-Day Kibale, Bwindi & Mgahinga Primates of Uganda Safari

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Overview

  • Duration:7 days 6 nights
  • Travelers:20 guests
  • Tour Type:Daily tour
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian
  • Age range:18 - 45 years old
  • Mobile ticket:Yes
The 7-Day Kibale, Bwindi and Mgahinga Primates of Uganda Safari is an immersive journey through Uganda’s most important primate conservation landscapes. This itinerary is designed for travelers whose primary goal is to experience Uganda’s rich primate diversity, combining chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and a second primate experience in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to both gorillas and golden monkeys.
Moving through the heart of the Albertine Rift Valley, this safari showcases contrasting ecosystems—from tropical rainforests and bamboo zones to volcanic slopes and highland scenery. Carefully paced and logistically efficient, the itinerary suits luxury, midrange, and budget travelers, offering authentic wildlife encounters, professional guiding, and handpicked lodges that enhance the overall primate safari experience in Uganda.
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Highlights

  • Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park
  • Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • Golden monkey tracking or gorilla trekking in Mgahinga
  • Scenic drives through the Virunga Volcanoes region
  • Diverse primate habitats within the Albertine Rift
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with professional guide
  • Excellent opportunities for wildlife photography

Includes/Excludes

  • Gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi)
  • Chimpanzee tracking permit (Kibale)
  • Golden monkey tracking permit (Mgahinga) or Mgahinga gorilla permit
  • Park entrance fees
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Accommodation and meals as specified
  • Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
  • International flights
  • Uganda visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs)
  • Optional activities not listed

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Depart Entebbe or Kampala and travel west toward Kibale Forest, passing tea plantations, crater lakes, and rolling countryside. Arrive in the afternoon, check in at your lodge, and relax in preparation for the following day’s chimpanzee tracking adventure.

Overnight: Kibale Forest area
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest

After breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering the forest for chimpanzee tracking. Accompanied by experienced guides, follow forest trails in search of chimpanzee communities, observing their dynamic behavior in the wild. The afternoon is at leisure or optional guided walks in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.

Overnight: Kibale Forest area
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Travel south through scenic landscapes toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The drive offers changing vegetation zones and panoramic views of rural Uganda. Arrive in Bwindi in the afternoon and spend the evening relaxing at your lodge as you prepare for gorilla trekking.

Overnight: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Begin early with a ranger briefing before entering the forest for your gorilla trekking experience. Trekking duration varies, but once a gorilla family is located, you’ll spend a magical hour observing these endangered primates at close range. The afternoon is reserved for rest or community visits.

Overnight: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

After breakfast, drive south toward Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Uganda’s smallest but most dramatic park, set against the Virunga Volcanoes. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy views of volcanic peaks and montane forests.

Overnight: Mgahinga area
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Golden Monkey Tracking or Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga

Today you explore Mgahinga’s unique primate offering. Choose between golden monkey tracking, a lively and photographic experience, or gorilla trekking (subject to permit availability). Mgahinga’s bamboo forests and volcanic slopes provide a distinct contrast to Bwindi’s rainforest.

Overnight: Mgahinga area
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Transfer Back to Entebbe / Kampala

After breakfast, begin your return journey to Entebbe or Kampala by road, or opt for a domestic flight (available on request). This marks the end of your 7-Day Uganda Primates Safari, leaving you with deep insight into Uganda’s extraordinary primate conservation success.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

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