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Wenyeji na waendeshaji waliothibitishwa Maeneo na uzoefu wa Afrika wa kiwango cha juu Weka nafasi sasa au omba safari maalum
3-Day Uganda Gorillas and Chimps Trek at Kalinzu Forest

Accra, Botswana

3-Day Uganda Gorillas and Chimps Trek at Kalinzu Forest

5.0 / 5 · 145 reviews Offered by Bamboo Ecotours 3-Day

Overview

Combine mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda with a visit to the Kalinzu Forest Reserve for chimpanzee trekking! Given Kalinzu Forest's proximity to the Ugandan gorilla parks and Queen Elizabeth National Park, the Kalinzu Forest Reserve is a recommended area for trekking chimpanzees, especially for clients who want to add chimp trekking to a short gorilla tour.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

3-Day

Route

Kigali to Kigali

Via Queen Elizabeth NP, Kalinzu FR (Chimps), Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Country & park

Botswana

Style

Mid-range shared safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

15 years

Activities

gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking

Accommodation

Buffalo Safari Lodge - Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP – Lunch & Dinner Included

Meals

Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

Solo travelers

Can join this group tour

3-Day Uganda Gorillas and Chimps Trek at Kalinzu Forest
Accra visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $2,563 USD $2,013 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $2,563 USD $2,013 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 4 people.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.

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Route

Tour route map
country Rwanda
Start Kigali (Day 1)
country Uganda
Day 1 Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 2 Kalinzu FR (Chimps)
Day 3 Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
country Rwanda
End Kigali (Day 3)

Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per group.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for single travelers

Single travelers can join this group tour.

15
Minimum age of 15 years

The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof minivan
Book your own international flights when using this operator
An airport transfer is not included. You can use an airport taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself

Accommodation & Meals

Buffalo Safari Lodge

Day 1

Buffalo Safari Lodge

Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP – Lunch & Dinner Included

Lunch & Dinner Included

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Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

Day 2

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

A transfer from the airport is not included. You can use a taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer From Kigali to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 1

Transfer From Kigali to Queen Elizabeth National Park

We will pick you up from your booked hotel in Kigali at 7:00 AM and drive you to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The scenic drive to Uganda will go through western Rwanda via the Gatuna-Kigali highway. We will cross over into Uganda via the Gatuna/Katuna border post. The trip continues through the nearby town of Kabale, a small town nestled amid lush greenery at the foot of the Kigezi Highlands and the hills adjacent to Lake Bunyonyi. We will wind through the mountain roads through the towns of Ntugamo, Ishaka, and Bushenyi to our final destination - Queen Elizabeth National Park - arriving early afternoon. Spend the afternoon wildlife viewing along the Kazinga Channel, where you can see hippos, elephants, buffalo, and rare birds. After the Kazinga Channel boat trip, we drive to the lodge for check-in, dinner, and overnight. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) Stay: Buffalo Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek and Transfer to Bwindi National Park

Day 2

Kalinzu Forest Chimp Trek and Transfer to Bwindi National Park

After breakfast, we will drive to the Kalinzu Forest to trek the chimpanzees in their forest home. If you are lucky on the trek, you might encounter other species of monkeys in the Kalinzu Forest. These include the colobus monkey, olive baboon, and red-tailed monkey. Kalinzu Forest Reserve is a haven for trekking chimps in Uganda. Given Kalinzu Forest’s proximity to Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kalinzu Forest is a recommended area to trek chimpanzees, especially for clients who want to fit chimp trekking into a short gorilla trek. After the Kalinzu chimp trekking, we will drive to Bwindi National Park via the Ishaka-Kabale road. Dinner and overnight at Bwindi National Park. Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kalinzu Forest Reserve (Chimps) Stay: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Gorilla Trek at Bwindi National Park and Transfer to Kigali

Day 3

Gorilla Trek at Bwindi National Park and Transfer to Kigali

Today is the main event - our Uganda gorilla trek! You will embark on a full-day adventure to track the mountain gorillas in Bwindi National Park. The trek will begin with a short briefing on the rules of gorilla trekking to ensure guests’ safety and the protection of these animals in their natural habitat. You will then start the trek into the Bwindi Forest to encounter the gentle giants of Bwindi National Park. This is a true adventure; part of the excitement is finding the gorillas. Follow the guides as they make paths through the thick vegetation until the special moment you encounter these majestic creatures. It is a truly unique experience and will surely be one of the standout moments of your trip. After the gorilla trek, drive to Kigali for about 5 hours. We will drop you off at a hotel in Kigali. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) 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. A transfer back to the airport is not included. You can use a taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself.

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

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Roundtrip airport transfer

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 Kigali
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check price)
An airport transfer is not included. You can use an airport taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Bamboo Ecotours
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Bamboo Ecotours

5.0 operator rating 145 reviews

Bamboo Ecotours is a Ugandan social enterprise that was founded to promote tourism as a means to transform communities out of poverty. We link travelers to authentic wildlife, cultural and local experiences that directly benefit the traveler and the local communities.

Office In

Uganda

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)

Member Of

Association of Uganda Tour Operators

Tour Types

Customizable private tours and fixed group tours

Destinations

Rwanda, Uganda

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Amazing customized experience in Uganda and Rwanda

My friend and I went on a 12 day tour with Bamboo. We started in Uganda and ended in Rwanda. They customized the tour with the activities we wanted to do. Edison, who is the owner, made the itinerary. He always answered my emails (which there were many) very promptly. Our guide/driver was Herbert, and he was amazing!! I actually cried when we said bye to him. He was friendly, caring, knowledgeable, has amazing eyesight and was able to spot animals far away, and was an amazing driver. We really had the best time with him!! This trip was amazing!! My friend and I are both vegan, and we had some issues at some of the lodges at the beginning of the trip, but then Herbert called the others in advance to give them a heads up to make sure there would be food for us. I really can't say enough good things about Bamboo Ecotours. I would recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat! Very very happy that we booked with them!

Ariela · United States

Verified

Clear and prompt communications with Edison ensured a smooth gorilla hiking experience

My amazing gorilla trek was seamlessly coordinated by Bamboo EcoTours. Every step of the trip, from initial inquiry to delivery, was a breeze, thanks to Edison's clear and timely information. My driver/guide, Amanya, was prompt and friendly and provided information about things along the way on our drive from Kigali to Lake Mulehe and Bwindi National Park. I decided to do the Golden Monkey trek the following day after completing the Gorilla trek, and again this was organised with no fuss. I highly recommend Bamboo Eco Tours!

Lynda · Australia

Verified

What a Wonderful Time!

We had the best week with Fred our tour guide. He was knowledgeable, easy going, kind and had good communication! Edison has beyond excellent organizational skills during the planning process. 10/10 we would recommend Bamboo Eco Tours, thank you for memories to last a lifetime!

Ashley · United States

Verified

Professionally Executed Gorilla Trek Tour

Bamboo Eco Tours provided a well executed and professionally arranged gorilla trek experience for us out of Kigali, Rwanda to Bwindi National Park in Uganda. They were very responsive to all questions and requests while initially arranging the tour and made a number of recommendations with regards to activities to include. They provided all needed information for both the tour itself and advance preparation. They were very responsive to questions. In addition, our guide was professional, friendly and prompt. Our accommodation was first class with attentive staff and very comfortable rooms. While the price of the trekking permits is quite high (as set by the government), the cost of the remainder of the tour was very affordable. It was very remarkable to see the gorillas in their habitat - a once in a lifetime opportunity. Would highly recommend Bamboo Eco Tours.

Joanne · Canada

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

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 15 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?

Buffalo Safari Lodge - Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Kigali

Are airport transfers included?

An airport transfer is not included. You can use an airport taxi, request your hotel to arrange a transfer or prearrange a transfer yourself

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Bamboo Ecotours, 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 Bamboo Ecotours.

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