Duration
5-Day
Accra, Uganda
5-Day Gorillas & Chimpanzee Safari
Overview
Explore Uganda's lush forests on this thrilling 5-day safari. Track wild chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, home to the highest concentration of primates in East Africa, and experience the awe of meeting endangered mountain gorillas deep in the jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Scenic drives, rich landscapes, and close encounters with Africa's most iconic primates make this a journey you'll never forget.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Entebbe to Entebbe (City)
Via Kibale NP (Chimps), Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Country & park
Uganda
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
16 years
Activities
gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking
Accommodation
Turaco Treetops Lodge - Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$3,321 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$3,321 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 3 people.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 16 years and older.
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Route
country
Uganda
Start
Entebbe (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Kibale NP (Chimps)
Day 3-4
Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
End
Entebbe (City) (Day 5)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
16
Minimum age of 16 years
The minimum age for this tour is 16 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Turaco Treetops Lodge
Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3-4
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Transfer from Kampala to Kibale Forest National Park
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will meet your safari guide and begin the scenic drive to Kibale National Park. The journey takes approximately five to six hours, passing through lush countryside, tea plantations, and rural villages. You will have lunch enroute before arriving at your lodge in the afternoon. Depending on the time, you may choose to take a guided nature walk around the lodge to explore the beautiful surroundings. Dinner and overnight in Kibale. Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Turaco Treetops Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Chimpanzee trekking & Swamp walk
After an early breakfast, you will head to the Kibale Forest headquarters for a briefing before setting off into the dense rainforest in search of a habituated chimpanzee group. The trek takes between two to four hours, during which you will have the chance to spot various monkey species, birds, and butterflies. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will spend an hour observing them as they swing through the trees, groom each other, and communicate in their natural habitat. After lunch, you will take a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run conservation area that is home to several primate species, including red colobus monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys, and vervet monkeys, as well as a variety of birdlife such as the great blue turaco. The walk provides an excellent opportunity for birdwatching and cultural encounters with the local community. Dinner and overnight in Kibale. Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Turaco Treetops Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After breakfast, you will embark on a scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The drive takes approximately six to seven hours, offering breathtaking views of rolling hills, crater lakes, and the Albertine Rift Valley. You will stop for lunch enroute before continuing through small villages and tea plantations. Upon arrival at Bwindi, you will check into your lodge and relax in preparation for the next day’s gorilla trekking experience. Dinner and overnight in Bwindi. Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
After an early breakfast, you will report to the park headquarters for a briefing before heading into the dense rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek can take anywhere from two to six hours, depending on the gorillas’ movements. Once you find them, you will have one unforgettable hour to observe their interactions, take photos, and appreciate the incredible bond within their family group. After lunch at the lodge, you will take part in a community visit to meet the Batwa people, the indigenous forest dwellers who once lived in Bwindi before it became a national park. You will learn about their traditional hunting techniques, medicinal plants, and cultural dances. This experience provides an insightful glimpse into their way of life and efforts to preserve their heritage. Dinner and overnight in Bwindi. Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Departure to Kampala via Equator
After breakfast, you will begin the journey back to Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for photography and souvenir shopping. You will have lunch enroute and continue to the airport for your departure flight, marking the end of an unforgettable primate safari in Uganda. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Entebbe (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Entebbe
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Entebbe Airport (EBB - Check price)
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
Offered by
Untamed Wilderness Travel
5.0 operator rating
2 reviews
Untamed Wilderness Travel is a passionate, female-founded tour company dedicated to crafting extraordinary safari experiences across Africa. Led by adventurous women who live and breathe travel, we are committed to sharing our love for the wild with fellow explorers. Our carefully curated journeys take you deep into Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes, from gorilla trekking in Uganda to exhilarating safaris in East Africa and beyond.
Office In
Uganda
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2020)
Member Of
UTB, UWA & TGFU
Tour Types
Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Trip of A LifeTime!
Gorilla trekking in Uganda was a dream come true. From tracking Chimpanzees and Gorillas in Uganda to a wonderful Safari. Perfect accommodations and Thanks to Leticia for such a fun and adventurous tour. Your passion and kindness on this most extraordinary wildlife experience, just made it that much more special!
Maria C. · United States
MIND BLOWING !! 😁😁
My husband and I traveled on our Safari with Leticia as our Guide and driver. Our Safari was mind blowing!! SO many animals on our Safari!! We were amazed Daily!! Also Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking was Fantastic as well !! Everything was well worth our trip over seas, and the cost was worth every penny for such sn amazing adventure! Leticia was awesome and Very knowledgeable and taught us alot about Uganda!! We would travel with Leticia any time again if we went back!! Thx So much Leticia!!
Rose · Canada
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 16 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Turaco Treetops Lodge - Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Entebbe
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Untamed Wilderness Travel, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Untamed Wilderness Travel.
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