8 Days Best of Ugandan Apes Safari

8 Days Best of
Ugandan Apes Safari

From $5,800 per person

This safari takes us deep into the lush green rain forests of Uganda. From the forest of Kibale into Bwindi Impenetrable & Mgahinga Forests. We’ll watch lions and other predators on the prowl in the savannah grasslands of Queen Elizabeth, then end with a trek into the jungle of Mgahinga.

safari Pax

This Safari allows pax starting from 2 to a group of 18

Transport

All ground transfers are done in a 4*4 safari vehicle

Accomodation

All hotels and lodges are well curated to meet your expectations

Meals

This Safari allows both local and international cuisines

Payments

This Safari is paid only in Dollars through bank transfer or Mastercard

24/7 Support

Our team of experts will be around from the start of your safari till end

Do not hesitate giving us a call. We are an expert team and we are happy to talk to you.

Discover the wild heart of Uganda on this immersive 8-day journey into the world of great apes. From the playful chimps of Kibale to the majestic mountain gorillas of Bwindi, this safari is a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with our closest primate relatives — all set in the lush, diverse landscapes of the Pearl of Africa.

This adventure combines rich jungle treks, breathtaking wildlife moments, and meaningful cultural experiences. You’ll traverse tropical rainforests, explore crater lakes, cruise the Kazinga Channel, and unwind in carefully selected lodges that blend comfort with nature.

Safari Highlights:
• Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
• Game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
• Optional community visits & cultural experiences
• Scenic drives through tea plantations, savannahs & crater lakes
• Guided nature walks and boat safaris

Let Upcountry Safaris Uganda take you deep into the wild — where the air is thick with birdsong, the trails lead to wonder, and every day writes a new story.

Day 1: Pick Up & Transfer To Kibale Forest

Upon pick up from Entebbe, embark on the 5/6 hour drive to the Kibale Forest via the beautiful city of Fort Portal where we’ll arrive in time for lunch and settle into the lodge. We’ll have an option to visit the crater lakes of the area or Bigodi Swamp depending on the weather.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accomodation: 🛏️ Primates Lodge

Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking Experience

Start with an early breakfast, then meet your ranger guide at 8:00 am ready to enter the forest . Afterwards, walk down the forest paths with a tracker/ranger in search of these chimpanzees.

Once found, enjoy up to one hour watching the chimpanzees. This experience will afford you the chance to watch the chimpanzees do their daily business of feeding, copulating, among other activities in their natural habitat. After a long day’s adventure, return to the lodge for the night’s stay.

Accomodation: 🛏️ Primates Lodge

Day 3: Transfer To Queen Elizabeth Np For Evening Game Drive

Arise for a hearty breakfast and then embark on a 3 hour drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will arrive in time for your lunch. Afterwards, enjoy a siesta before embarking on the evening game drive through the savannah grasslands of the park. Enjoy the search for the big cats like the lions and leopards during the sunset hours.

After an event filled day, return to the lodge for the night’s stay.

Accomodation: 🛏️ Elephant Plains Lodge

Day 4: Transfer To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After breakfast, we’ll transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Arrive in the late afternoon hours of the day. Unwind in the peaceful forest side lodge as you prepare for the action filled day of gorilla trekking.

Accomodation: 🛏️ Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge

Day 5: Gorilla Trekking Experience

After breakfast, we’ll head to the park office for a briefing before heading to the depth of the jungle for what is a most unique wilderness experience. Thereafter, the rangers will walk you down the narrow forest paths through thick undergrowth. Once found, the rangers will brief us through the dos and don’ts before making any contact with the mountain gorillas. We’ll spend up to 1 hour watching the gorillas in their natural habitat. We’ll get in proximity with the gorillas as you quietly observe them play, eat, forage, groom, sleep and sometimes watch them mate. After trekking, we’ll break for lunch in the forest before embarking on the hike back to the starting point. After a long day’s trek, return to the lodge.

Accomodation: 🛏️ Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge

Day 6: Transfer To Kisoro

After a leisurely breakfast, transfer to Kisoro. Arrive in time for lunch and afterwards enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Accomodation: 🛏️ Gorilla Heights Lodge or Mgahinga Safari Lodge

Day 7: Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga National Park

After breakfast, we’ll head to the park office for a briefing before heading into the forest of Mgahinga. Thereafter, the rangers will lead us into the bamboo trails in search of these rare golden monkeys. You might be lucky enough to also see other monkeys such as the black and white colobus, L’hoest monkeys and birds. Once found, the rangers will brief us through the dos and don’ts before making any contact with the golden monkeys. We’ll spend up to 1 hour watching these golden monkeys in their natural habitat. After trekking, we’ll break for lunch and then return to the lodge.

Accomodation: 🛏️ Gorilla Heights Lodge or Mgahinga Safari Lodge

Day 8: Transfer to Entebbe

After an early breakfast, we’ll transfer to Entebbe where the safari ends.

Accommodation: No accommodation

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Package Includes

1 Gorilla Permit each
1 Chimpanzee permit each
1 Golden Monkey permit each
Shared accommodation in lodge(s) listed above
Park Entry fees
Ground Transportation in custom built safari vehicle
Airport Transfer
Domestic return flight (Entebbe -Kisoro)
Bottled Water & Fruit snacks
Meals as listed above
Activities as listed above
Government taxes

Package Excludes

Personal Medical & Travel Insurance
Meals not listed
Tips
Personal expenses
Beverages (Alcoholic drinks, Juices, sodas)

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FAQs About Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

1. Where can I go gorilla trekking in Uganda?

Gorilla trekking in Uganda happens in two main parks:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (most popular, with several sectors)
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

2. Do I need a permit for gorilla trekking?

3. How do I get a gorilla trekking permit?

4. How physically demanding is the trek?

5. What should I pack or wear?

6. Can children go gorilla trekking?

7. How long do I get to spend with the gorillas?

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