6 Days Uganda Adventure Tour: Chimpanzee Tracking, Wildlife Safari, and Gorilla Trekking
Embark on an exhilarating 6-day chimpanzee tracking Uganda tour, renowned for its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. This adventure offers a blend of primate tracking, safari experiences, and immersive wildlife encounters across three of the country’s most iconic national parks. From the lush Kibale Forest to the vibrant Queen Elizabeth National Park and the majestic Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, prepare for an unforgettable exploration of Uganda’s natural wonders. This comprehensive 6 Days Uganda Adventure Tour offers a rich tapestry of experiences, combining chimpanzee tracking, wildlife safari, and gorilla trekking to provide an unparalleled adventure in the heart of Africa.
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Your adventure begins with a scenic transfer to Kibale Forest National Park, renowned for its rich biodiversity and lush rainforests. Departing early in the morning from Kampala, you’ll travel through the picturesque countryside, passing verdant tea plantations and charming villages. A stop in Fort Portal for lunch allows you to savor local cuisine before continuing to your accommodation.
In the late afternoon, you’ll arrive at the Chimpanzee Forest Lodge, nestled on the edge of a crater lake bordering Kibale Forest. Here, you can relax and unwind, soaking in the serene surroundings as you prepare for the days ahead.
- Journey Time: Approximately 7 hours
- Destination: Kibale Forest National Park
- Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge – Mid-Range Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Drinking Water
Day 2: Chimpanzee Tracking Uganda Tour in Kibale Forest
Start your day with an early morning guided nature walk through Kibale Forest, home to over 1,500 chimpanzees. As you trek through the rainforest, you’ll have the opportunity to observe these primates in their natural habitat, capturing captivating moments of their social behavior and interaction.
Kibale Forest is also teeming with other primate species, including red colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, and bush babies. The vibrant forest canopy is alive with colorful butterflies and a variety of bird species such as the Great Blue Turaco and the Black Bee-eater.
After your chimpanzee encounter, embark on a scenic drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy the dramatic landscape as you pass through the Rwenzori mountain ranges and the stunning crater lakes, before checking into your lodge overlooking the park.
- Destination: Kibale Forest National Park
- Activities: Chimpanzee Tracking
- Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge – Mid-Range Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Drinking Water
Day 3: Game Drive and Boat Cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park offers a diverse range of experiences, from morning game drives to afternoon boat cruises. Start your day with an early game drive through the park’s varied ecosystems, where you might encounter members of the Big Five—elephants, buffaloes, and lions—as well as leopards, warthogs, and hyenas. The park is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with opportunities to see species like flamingoes and storks in the salt lakes.
In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which provides fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities. The two-hour cruise allows you to see hippos, crocodiles, and buffaloes along the channel’s banks.
- Journey Time: Approximately 2 hours
- Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities: Game Drive, Boat Cruise
- Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge – Mid-Range Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Drinking Water
Day 4: Tree-Climbing Lions in Ishasha and Transfer to Bwindi
Today, you’ll explore the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its unique tree-climbing lions. The vast savannah of Ishasha provides an excellent backdrop for spotting these majestic predators as they rest on the branches of fig trees.
Following your lion sightings, continue your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The drive will take you from the flat savannah of Queen Elizabeth to the lush, forested hills of Bwindi. If time permits, you can take a walk around the local area or interact with local community members before settling into your lodge for the night.
- Journey Time: Approximately 4 hours
- Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
- Activities: Game Drive in Ishasha, Transfer to Bwindi
- Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp – Mid-Range Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Drinking Water
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
The highlight of your adventure is the gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After an early breakfast, you’ll receive a briefing on gorilla trekking etiquette before setting out with a guide to track the elusive mountain gorillas.
This once-in-a-lifetime encounter allows you to spend one hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Bwindi’s dense forest is also home to diverse flora and fauna, including forest elephants and a variety of bird species. After the trek, head to Lake Bunyonyi for a relaxing evening by the water.
- Journey Time: Approximately 3 hours
- Destination: Lake Bunyonyi
- Activities: Gorilla Trekking, Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation: Bunyonyi Safaris Resort – Mid-Range Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Drinking Water
Day 6: Transfer to Entebbe
Your final day involves a drive back to Entebbe, with a stop at the equator for a fascinating demonstration of the Earth’s hemispheres. Here, you can participate in a water experiment that shows the Coriolis effect and shop for souvenirs.
After the equator stop, continue to Kampala for lunch before heading to Entebbe. Depending on your flight schedule, you may choose to fly out late in the evening or add an extra night for a more leisurely departure.
- Journey Time: Approximately 9 hours
- Main Destination: Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals: Breakfast (Lunch and dinner not included), Drinking Water
End of the 6 Days Uganda Adventure Tour
Your 6 Days Uganda Adventure Tour concludes with drop-off at the airport.
- Additional accommodation can be arranged upon request.
- Airport transfers are included in the tour package.