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5-Day Uganda Safari Tour by Zem Safaris Uganda
Offered by - Zem Safaris Uganda
Tour Features
This 5 Days Uganda primates tour takes you deep into Uganda’s lush tropical rainforests for extraordinary encounters with Africa’s most iconic primates. Journey through Kibale Forest National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, tracking wild chimpanzees and coming face-to-face with endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Designed for nature lovers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts, this safari combines thrilling primate tracking, breathtaking scenery, and meaningful cultural experiences—offering a rare and emotional connection to wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. Safari Highlights Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Guided Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk Scenic drives through tea plantations and the Kigezi Highlands Optional Batwa cultural experience Small-group, well-paced itinerary with expert local guides Key Activities 🐵 Chimpanzee tracking 🦍 Mountain gorilla trekking 🌿 Guided rainforest walks 🐦 Birdwatching in Bigodi Wetland 🏞 Scenic photography and nature viewing 🎭 Cultural and community encounters Wildlife You May See Primates: Chimpanzees Mountain gorillas Etc
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Uganda
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1-5 | Kibale Forest Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- 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 1-5 - 5 Days Uganda Primates Tour Kibaale & Bwindi
Day 1: Entebbe – Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Meet your guide at Entebbe International Airport and begin a scenic drive west through Uganda’s countryside. Enjoy views of tea plantations and rolling hills, with lunch in Fort Portal. Optional visit to Amabere Caves or Tooro Palace (time permitting).
Arrive at your lodge near Kibale Forest and relax ahead of the next day’s primate adventure.
🍽 Lunch & Dinner | 🛏 Overnight near Kibale
Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Walk
After an early breakfast, head to Kibale Forest headquarters for briefing before tracking chimpanzees in the rainforest. Spend an unforgettable hour observing these intelligent primates in the wild.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run conservation project rich in birds, primates, and cultural insights.
🍽 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | 🛏 Overnight near Kibale
Day 3: Kibale – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Drive south to Bwindi through the stunning Kigezi Highlands, often called the Switzerland of Africa. Optional detour to Queen Elizabeth National Park’s Ishasha sector to search for tree-climbing lions.
Arrive at your Bwindi lodge and receive a briefing for the gorilla trek.
🍽 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | 🛏 Overnight near Bwindi
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Optional Cultural Visit
Begin the day with a ranger briefing before trekking into the rainforest to find a habituated mountain gorilla family. Once located, spend one magical hour observing them at close range—an emotional and life-changing experience.
Optional afternoon visit to the Batwa community for cultural storytelling and traditional experiences.
🍽 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | 🛏 Overnight near Bwindi
Day 5: Bwindi – Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe with stops in Mbarara for lunch and at the Equator Line for photos and souvenirs. Transfer to the airport or hotel depending on your schedule.
🍽 Breakfast & Lunch
Who This Tour Is Perfect For
- Nature and wildlife lovers
- First-time visitors to Uganda
- Travelers with limited time
- Photography enthusiasts
- Couples and small groups
- Travelers seeking authentic, responsible safari experiences
Responsible Travel Promise
This Uganda primates tour is guided by our vision:
“Connecting Hearts to the Wild, Responsibly.”
Your journey directly supports conservation efforts and local communities living near Uganda’s protected forests.
Main Destination: Kibale National Park
Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- 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)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- 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
Jan 7, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026
*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)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- 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
Zem Safaris Uganda
Kenya
Rwanda
Uganda
Company Name
Zem Safaris Uganda
Tagline
Connecting Hearts to the Wild, Responsibly
Company Overview
Zem Safaris Uganda is a locally owned safari and tour operator based in Uganda, specializing in customized and responsible travel experiences across Uganda and East Africa. The company designs seamless, high-quality safari journeys that showcase the region’s outstanding wildlife, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural heritage.
From gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to classic wildlife safaris, cultural encounters, and scenic nature experiences, Zem Safaris Uganda delivers meaningful, well-planned journeys guided by local expertise and personal attention.
Mission:
To deliver exceptional, memorable safari experiences while promoting conservation, ethical tourism, and community empowerment.
Vision:
To connect hearts to the wild responsibly—creating travel experiences that benefit travelers, nature, and local communities alike.
Destinations Covered
Zem Safaris Uganda operates across Uganda and selected East African destinations, including:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Kibale Forest National Park
- Kidepo Valley National Park
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Jinja & the Source of the Nile
- Cultural, religious and rural community destinations i.e. Agricultural farms, Coffee Farms Cattle farms, Value addition destinations
Experiences & Services
- Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking
- Wildlife game drives and boat safaris
- Birdwatching tours
- Cultural and community-based experiences
- Adventure activities (white-water rafting, nature walks)
- Scenic and photography safaris
- Tailor-made and private itineraries
- Airport transfers and ground logistics
- Home stays and perfect eco lodges/facilities
Responsible Tourism & Community Commitment
Zem Safaris Uganda is committed to responsible tourism practices that support conservation and local livelihoods. The company partners with local community organizations, including Agricultural farms, Community Health centers, Schools, The Hearts That Care, Felfo Jajjas Clinic and contributes a portion of safari proceeds to initiatives in education, health, agriculture, and environmental conservation.
By working closely with local guides, accommodations, and communities, Zem Safaris ensures tourism creates positive, lasting impact.
Why Choose Zem Safaris Uganda
- Locally owned with deep destination knowledge
- Personalized, tailor-made safari planning
- Strong commitment to ethical and responsible tourism
- Trusted community partnerships
- Reliable logistics and professional guiding
- Authentic experiences beyond traditional safaris
- Cost-friendly services
Target Market
Zem Safaris Uganda serves a wide and diverse range of travelers seeking authentic, immersive, and responsible safari experiences:
- International Leisure Travelers: Individuals, couples, and families exploring Uganda and East Africa.
- Adventure Seekers: Travelers seeking gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, game drives, white-water rafting, hiking, and other active safari experiences.
- Cultural Enthusiasts: Visitors interested in traditional village life, local crafts, cultural performances, and community interactions.
- Eco-Conscious Travelers: Tourists committed to sustainable and responsible travel practices, supporting conservation and community initiatives.
- Luxury & Premium Travelers: Clients seeking tailor-made, high-quality safaris with private guides and exclusive accommodations.
- Budget & Independent Travelers: Backpackers and solo travelers looking for affordable, safe, and well-organized safari options.
- Tour Operators & Travel Agents (B2B): Agencies seeking reliable local ground handling, logistics, and curated itineraries in Uganda.
- Corporate & Group Travel: Companies, NGOs, and schools looking for team-building, retreats, and educational safari trips.
Contact Information
Website: www.zemsafaris.com
Email: info@zemsafaris.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +256702369644
Location: Uganda
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