Tour Features

This 5 days Gorillas and Chimpanzee trekking safari will take you to Kibale national park for chimpanzee tracking, proceed to Queen Elizabeth national park through ishasha sector to see the amazing climbing lions, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for endangered mountain gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi for canoeing and evening relaxation. Kibale national park is the best place for tracking chimpanzee in Uganda. Bwindi impenetrable national park is home to half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas. Lake Bunyonyi is regarded as the deepest lake in Uganda with many Islands. This tour starts and end in Kampala/Entebbe.

Mid-Range tourThis mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps.
Can be customizedYou can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private tourThis tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Solo travel availableSolo travelers can book this tour.
Can start any dayIf availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
No minimum ageThere is no minimum age for this tour.
TransportationThis tour uses: Open 4x4, Pop-up roof 4x4.

Route & Activities

Uganda

Uganda flag
Start Point
Entebbe
Day 5
End Point
Entebbe

Activities Included

Trekking

Accommodation & Meals

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

Day Accommodation Meals
1
Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
2
Mid-Range Accommodation
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
3
Gorilla Mist Camp
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
4
Bunyonyi Safaris Resort
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
5
None
Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks
  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Day 1 - Arrival in Uganda and Transfer to Kibale National Park
    After an early breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to Kibale National Park for chimpanzee tracking, the journey is approximately 5 – 6 hours you will reach to Kibale national park in the afternoon. The journey takes you through Mityana and the Kyejonjo district, culminating in the vibrant town of Fort Portal, nestled at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains. After checking into your accommodation, you will visit Bigodi swamp sanctuary, a lush area rich in wildlife including various monkey species and birds. A donation of US $40 per person is encouraged to support the local community. • Journey Time: Approximately 6 hours • Destination: Kibale National Park • Activities: Scenic drive from Kampala to Kibale and evening visit to Bigodi Swamp • Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge (Mid-Range) or similar • Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included), drinking water (Other drinks not included)

    Main Destination: Kibale National Park

    Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day 2 - Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale and Transfer to Queen Elizabet
    Begin your day with an early breakfast before heading to Kibale’s park headquarters for a briefing on chimpanzee tracking. The trek through the forest, which lasts between two to three hours, offers a chance to see these fascinating primates in their natural environment. After the trekking, we will drive you to Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife. Enjoy lunch at your lodge before embarking on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll witness an array of wildlife, including buffaloes, hippos, and a variety of bird species. An evening game drive provides an opportunity to see lions, elephants, and other nocturnal wildlife. • Journey Time: Approximately 3 hours • Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park • Activities: Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, boat cruise on Kazinga Channel, and evening game drive • Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (Mid-Range) or similar • Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water

    Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day 3 - Visit Ishasha Sector for Tree-Climbing Lions and Transfer to
    Following an early breakfast, travel to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famed for its tree-climbing lions. This unique experience allows you to see lions resting among the branches of fig trees, a rare and captivating sight. After the game drive, proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the critically endangered mountain gorillas. Check into your lodge and prepare for a community visit to the Batwa people, known for their rich cultural heritage and traditional dances. • Journey Time: Approximately 5 hours • Destination: Ishasha Sector and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park • Activities: Tree-climbing lion tracking and scenic drive to Bwindi • Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp (Mid-Range) or similar • Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water

    Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable NP

    Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day 4 - Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Lake Bun
    After breakfast, receive a briefing at the park headquarters before embarking on the gorilla trekking adventure. The trek through the misty forest can take between two to six hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family. Ensure you carry sufficient water, sturdy footwear, and rain gear. Upon completing the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, travel to Lake Bunyonyi, known for its picturesque islands and tranquil waters. • Journey Time: Approximately 3 hours • Destination: Lake Bunyonyi and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park • Activities: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi • Accommodation: Bunyonyi Safaris Resort (Mid-Range) or similar • Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinking water

    Accommodation: Bunyonyi Safaris Resort

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day 5 - Return to Entebbe for Departure
    Depart from Lake Bunyonyi early in the morning with a packed breakfast and drive back to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, you will have a stopover at the Equator crossing in Kayabwe for photographs and lunch en-route. Journey Time: Approximately 9 hours • Destination: Entebbe International Airport • Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) • Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included), drinking water (Other drinks not included)

    Main Destination: Entebbe

    Accommodation: None

    Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

Excludes

  • All Taxes/VAT
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates Per Person

Nov 26, 2024 - Dec 31, 2026

Traveler Information
Per person
Solo traveler (1 room)
$3,190
2 people (1 room)
$2,090
3 people (2 rooms)
$1,870
4 people (2 rooms)
$1,760
5+ people

*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

Excludes

  • All Taxes/VAT
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.

This tour starts in Entebbe and ends in Entebbe, Uganda

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

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
  • Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.

Getting There

From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.

This tour starts in Entebbe and ends in Entebbe, Uganda

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

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
  • Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.

Offered By

Giant Holiday Safaris

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Tour Types
Wildlife, Gorilla Trekking, Honeymoon, Group Tours. Hiking, Camping, Natural Walks, Bird Watching, Game Drives
Destinations
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About Giant Holiday Safaris Uganda We’re a tour and travel company based in Uganda that offers tailor made holiday tours, and scheduled adventure holidays in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania. Our diverse knowledge about wildlife and experienced team of guides have positioned us to be pioneers in arranging memorable adventures. We focus on offering unique and customized experiences to deliver a variety of tours, which include wildlife safaris, mountain gorilla trekking, local cultural tours, birding tours, city tours and adventure experiences. Giant Holiday Safaris is among the tour and travel company’s in Uganda that are committed to providing personalized and historical Holiday Safaris and Tours in Uganda that connect vacationers with the natural world. Our focus being customer satisfaction, we provide expertly crafted tours, cozy accommodations, and special itineraries designed according to our customers’ interests, ensuring a smooth interaction with nature and a wide range of beautiful sceneries. Why travel with us We offer tailored trips designed around your interests, fitness level, and travel preferences. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or a group, we create itineraries that suit you perfectly. We are committed to eco-friendly practices and promote responsible tourism. Your trip directly supports the conservation of mountain gorillas and the well-being of local communities. Our expert guides are local and knowledgeable about gorilla behavior, forest ecosystems, and Ugandan culture. They ensure that you have a rich and educational experience while on the trek. From the moment you book until the end of your trip, we provide round-the-clock support. Our team is always ready to assist with any needs or last-minute changes. Giant Holiday Safaris specializes in East African safaris, with deep knowledge of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda. They offer experiences that cover everything from wildlife safaris to mountain gorilla trekking, ensuring you get the most out of your trip. With years of experience, the company ensures smooth travel arrangements. From transfers, permits (like gorilla trekking permits), and accommodation to park fees, everything is managed efficiently, leaving travelers to relax and enjoy the experience. Safety is a priority for Giant Holiday Safaris. We provide reliable transport and are equipped to handle emergencies or changes in itinerary, offering peace of mind while traveling through remote areas.

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