Duration
5-Day
Accra, Botswana
5-Day Shoebill, Gorilla, and Chimpanzee Tracking Safari
Overview
The 5-day Uganda Shoebill, chimpanzee, and Gorilla Safari allows you to see the shoebill stork in Mabamba swamp, the chimpanzees in Kibale National Park, partake in a coffee and banana experience, and track gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The tour starts in Entebbe, Uganda, and ends in Kigali, Rwanda, but the routing can be reversed.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Entebbe to Kigali (Kigali)
Via Kibale NP (Chimps), Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking
Accommodation
MowiCribs Hotel & Spa - Mid-range hotel in Entebbe (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals 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
$2,200 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$2,200 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
n/a* USD
$2,200 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers.
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 15 years and older.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Uganda
Start
Entebbe (Day 1)
Day 2
Kibale NP (Chimps)
Day 3
Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Day 4
Lake Bunyonyi
country
Rwanda
End
Kigali (Kigali) (Day 5)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and resorts.
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 minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private 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 & boat
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
MowiCribs Hotel & Spa
Mid-range hotel in Entebbe (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Bweza Kibale Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Bunyonyi Overland Resort
Budget resort at Lake Bunyonyi – 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
Pick up from the Airport, shoebill tracking, and transfer to the hotel for overnight
On your first day of the tour, your driver-guide will welcome you at the airport, bearing a banner or paper with your names. After greetings, you'll have lunch, then later head to the jetty and head to Mabamba swamp, a place well-known as the home to the shoebill stork. This gigantic nonchalant bird enjoys its stay in Mabamba swamp, as there are lung fish on which it feeds. After finding it, you'll take pictures and watch it for a while. Then, you'll head to the hotel for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay. Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Entebbe (City, Uganda) Stay: MowiCribs Hotel & Spa Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City) Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Transfer to Kibale National Park and Bigodi swamp walk
You'll have breakfast on this day and then embark on a journey to the "Primate Capital of the World"- Kibale National Park. The park is home to 13 primate species, making it a primate lover's paradise. You'll have lunch en route, and upon arrival, you'll check in at the lodge and then head out for the Bigodi swamp walk. You'll see several primates like black and white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, vervet monkeys, and others, plus other bird species. You'll also go for the coffee experience, where you'll witness the coffee-making procedure. You'll also witness thelocal process of making beer and gin from bananas. After, you'll head back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Bweza Kibale Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Chimpanzee trekking and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
You'll have an early breakfast and then head out to the park headquarters. You'll undergo a briefing about the chimpanzee trekking rules. You'll be led by a ranger and guide to the forest in search of a chimpanzee community. After finding them, you'll spend an hour in their presence and then return to the starting point for a brief period of relaxation. You'll then head to the lodge for lunch, and then head to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the home of mountain gorillas. Upon arrival, you'll check-in the the lodgefor dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Bweza Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Gorilla trekking and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation
You'll have an early breakfast and then head out to the park headquarters with your packed lunch. You'll undergo a briefing about the gorilla trekking rules and regulations. You'll be led by a ranger and guide to the forest in search of the designated gorilla family in a group of 8. After finding the gorillas, you'll spend an hour in their presence, taking pictures and monitoring their behavior. Then later, you'll head back to the starting point. You'll be rewarded with a gorilla trekking certificate, thanking you for participating in the conservation of gorillas. You'll then embark on a journey to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation and an overnight stay. Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda) Stay: Bunyonyi Overland Resort Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Transfer to Kigali at the hotel or your flight out to end the tour
On the last day of the tour, you'll have breakfast at ease. You'll then pack your bags and embark on a journey to Kigali, where you'll have lunch. Depending on the time available, you may go for a brief city tour that will take you through the major highlights of Kigali city, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center and Kimironko Market. Your driver will then drop you off at the hotel or airport, say goodbye, and this will mark the end of the 5-Day shoebill, gorilla, and Chimpanzee safari. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda) 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 in Entebbe, Uganda and ends in Kigali, Rwanda
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to Entebbe Airport (EBB - Check price)
Fly back from Kigali Airport (KGL - 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
Safari Vacations and Travel Services
5.0 operator rating
42 reviews
Safari vacations&travel services, we offer Gorilla trekking and wildlife safaris in Uganda and Rwanda, well knowledgeable about Uganda and Rwanda as destinations. We also offer safari game drives in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda.
Office In
Uganda
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
Member Of
USAGA & UTB
Tour Types
Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Flexible, eficient & very kind
I contracted a tour to visit Gorillas from Kigali just hours before the tour had to start. Jason was so flexible & effective. The Guide, Alex was a fixer, solving all problems with VISA in Uganda, cash and so on. These guys are very Gold professionals. No doubt, they are a perfect choice
David Gabarró Molins · Spain
The best and reliable experience I could have ask for.
This was a great experience coming from United States. Jason was very easy to communicate with and was very fast at emailing back or on what’s app. He made the process too easy. I had a motorcycle accident two days prior and was not sure if I could go on this mountain gorilla trekking, last second I decide I was able to. He came to pick me up on time at 0300, the vehicle was nice, clean and reliable. His English is very good and easy to understand. He had the best price compared to others.
Kim · United States
Dream come true!!!
Wanted to drop you a quick note to say thanks for the epic Rwanda trip! Jason’s local knowledge and infectious enthusiasm made every day a blast. From the gorillas to the vibrant markets, you showed us the real deal. Your personal touch and fun stories really brought the trip to life. It felt like hanging out with a buddy who just happens to know everything about Rwanda. The laughs and good times were the cherry on top. Can’t wait to hit the road again with you soon. Keep up the great work! Cheers from your Chinese friend Yi and his parents!
Damian · China
Efficient and worthwhile tour experience
Our tour was a very worthwhile experience, a day trip from Kigali to see the gorillas in Mgahinga National park. The gorillas themselves were amazing, and the tour operator was able to accommodate us on very short notice to make it happen. We had two drivers, Alex who was clearly very experienced and helped with the border crossing, and Benson who was a joy from his genuine enthusiasm and passion of what we were doing
Adam · United Kingdom
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 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 minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
MowiCribs Hotel & Spa - Mid-range hotel in Entebbe (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Safari Vacations and Travel Services, 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.
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