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Offered by - Tubale Safaris
Tour Features
On the 7 Days Uganda Chimps & Gorilla Trekking Safari Travel to the Murchison Falls NP. Expect the roaring rapids of Murchison Falls, the rolling plains of Uganda’s largest National Park teaming with an abundance of wildlife. Go chimp trekking in Kibale Forest National Park. After chimpanzee tracking in the afternoon, drive off to Queen Elizabeth National Park for another wildlife experience. On the 5th day, start with a morning game drive and later transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a Mountain gorilla tracking experience. Go gorilla trekking Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Return to Entebbe International Airport to catch your flight out.
| Luxury tour | This luxury tour includes high-end lodges and premium accommodations. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4, Boat. |
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 |
| 1-2 | Paraa Safari Lodge No images available | All Meals Included |
| 3 | Kyaninga Lodge No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks |
| 4 | Mweya Safari Lodge No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks |
| 5-6 | Mahogany Springs No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks |
| 7 | Luxury Accommodation No images available | Breakfast & Lunch 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 - Arrival and Transfer to Murchison Falls National ParkUpon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by your guide who will transfer you to Murchison Falls National Park. The journey takes about 5-6 hours, and you will have several stops along the way for refreshments and to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Ugandan countryside. Once you reach the park, you will check into your chosen accommodation. Distance: This journey takes approximately 5-6 hours
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day 2 - Full Day in Murchison Falls National ParkToday, you will have a full day to explore Murchison Falls National Park. In the morning, embark on a game drive to spot wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalos, and various antelope species. After the game drive, enjoy a boat safari on the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls, where you can see the Nile River squeezing through a narrow gorge and creating a dramatic waterfall. You will also have a chance to spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species.
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day 3 - Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Kibale Forest National PaStart the day with a morning game drive to spot any wildlife you might have missed the previous day. Afterward, you will drive to Kibale Forest National Park, known for its population of chimpanzees. Distance The journey takes approximately 7-8 hours.
Main Destination: Kibale National Park
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day 4 - Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest and Transfer to Queen EIn the morning, you will go on a chimpanzee tracking adventure in Kibale Forest. Accompanied by experienced guides, you will trek through the forest in search of habituated chimpanzee groups. Once you find them, you will spend a memorable hour observing and learning about these fascinating primates. Afterward, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Distance: The journey takes approximately 3-4 hours.
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day 5 - Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable NatioStart the day with a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, buffalos, and a variety of antelope species. Afterward, you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Distance: A drive that takes approximately 4-5 hours
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day 6 - Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National PaOn this day, you will embark on a once-in-a-lifetime experience of mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After a briefing by the park rangers, you will set off into the forest in small groups to track and observe one of the habituated gorilla families. The trek can vary in duration and difficulty depending on the gorilla group’s location, but once you find them, you will spend an unforgettable hour in their presence, observing their behavior and capturing memories through photographs. This is a truly magical and humbling experience, as you witness these incredible creatures in their natural habitat.
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day 7 - Drive from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Entebbe AirpAfter breakfast, you will begin your journey back to Entebbe Airport for your departure. The drive takes approximately 8-9 hours, with stops for lunch and scenic views along the way. Your guide will ensure that you reach the airport in time for your scheduled departure, marking the end of your 7-day Uganda safari. Note: Please keep in mind that specific accommodations are subject to availability and may vary based on your chosen travel dates. It is recommended to book accommodations in advance and consult with a reputable tour operator or travel agency for the most up-to-date information and assistance in planning your 7 Days Uganda Chimps & Gorilla Trekking Safari.
Main Destination: Entebbe
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch 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
May 23, 2023 - Dec 31, 2025
*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
Tubale Safaris
Kenya
Rwanda
Tanzania
Uganda
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